student success statement
"Honesty is the cornerstone of character. the honest man or woman seeks not merely to avoid criminal or illegal acts but to be scrupulously fair, upright fearless in both action and expression. honesty pays dividends both and in peace of mind."
B.C Forbes

reflection: i believe what Forbes is saying is that with out being honest you're basically worthless. honesty can lead you to many things just like he said. money and peace of mind can be achieved through honesty. for example, me and my past experience. i went to the market to buy some things i needed to bake a cake. then i saw a man drop his wallet i ran to give it to him and he ended up buying me the things i needed. i said no so many times but he said he would not let me pay.

HONESTY

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Honesty is always the best policy. Employers need to know that they can trust you with everything from company credit cards to trade secrets. How can you work at honesty? You demonstrate integrity every day that you do your own homework and resist the temptation cheat on exams.

http://www.k12.hi.us/~mkunimit/honesty.htm

what is honesty?

·         Honesty is telling the truth

·         Honesty is straightforward conduct.

·         Honesty is being sincere, truthful trustworthy honorable fair genuine and loyal with integrity.

You are being honest when…

·         Do your own homework

·         Tell a friend the truth

·         Explain the real reason you didn’t turn in your homework

·         Keep your eyes on your own paper

·         Clean up  your room after making a promise

·         Give the casher the extra money she gave you by mistake

·         Write a report in your own words instead of copying

·         Admit you made a mistake

·         Keep a friends secret

·         Turn in a wallet full of money that you found.

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"Stop worrying about whether you're going to win or lose and focus your full attention on whats happening right this moment."
Phil Jackson
11 world champions

reflection: what you do right now is something you must enjoy in the moment. Moments do last forever but once you've left the moment you never really enjoyed it. for example.. me and school. i should stop worrying if i'm going to get a B or C for English. i should do all the work assignments and  do them correctly so i can pass.

Time management

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Master the moments and you may be a real pro when it comes to juggling the many demands on your time – classes homework and activities—with some family help. College gives you an even bigger chance to sharpen your time management skills by doing it all on your own. And that’s a good thing since most jobs require multitasking. You might need to take care of current clients while attracting new ones respond to emails while working on a major presentation or order tomorrows produce while planning next week’s menu.

          Someone said “Wherever you are, be there” focus on the present moment and give it all your attention. Don’t let your mind drift and wander here and there when you need to be thinking and concentrating on the moment at hand. You can’t go back and recapture this moment so make the most of it while it NOW master the present and you will master the future. Work smart by mastering the present moment.
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STUDENT SUCCESS STATEMENT
"TRUTH IS THE ONLY SAFE GROUND TO STAND UPON."
ELIZABETH CADY STANTON

REFLECTION: IN ORDER FOR SOMEONE TO ACTUALLY STAY ON THE "SAFE" SIDE IS TO TELL THE TRUTH. FOR EXAMPLE WHEN YOU'RE IN A STORE AND YOU SEE SOMEONE STEALING SOMETHING. YOU EITHER TELL THE TRUTH AND KNOW THAT YOU WILL BE SAFE AND SOUND BECAUSE YOU DID THE RIGHT THING, OR YOU STAY QUIET WHICH IS BASICALLY THE SAME THING AS BEING AN ACCOMPLICE. CHOOSE THE RIGHT AND KNOW WHICH SIDE YOU ARE ON, TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION THAT WHEN CHOOSING THE RIGHT, IT IS THE BEST CHOICE.

Attention to Detail

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When you double check your calculations for a math problem or cite sources carefully in a research paper, you’re paying close attention to detail. That skill comes in handy in any work place, whether you maintain a database keep a log of the hours you spend with clients or write emails.

          John wooden UCLA s former great basketball coach who lead his teams to ten consecutive national championships was asked what he attributed his success to. Among the number of things he mentioned that paying attention to details was one of the most important qualities for successful coaching and for high achievement in any worthwhile pursuit. He even payed attention to how his players would lace up and tie their shoe strings. If they didn’t tie them correctly, he would teach them how.

          Details may be small things but from small things come great things. Therefore pay attention to details and you will experience substantial progress in your overall educational attainment.

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"Everyone is the architect of their own learning."
Claudius


reflection:
learning is something you must take into consideration and serious. only you can learn for yourself. which means that the "Architect" is basically you . you must build your own learning and process. for example i am the architect of my own learning. no one can and will learn for me. i must do this on my own and on my own time.

Cool under pressure

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Very few students enjoy taking tests. Yet functioning well under pressure is crucial to your future success. Try thinking of the pressure of testing as practice for the work world’s own explosive situations. You could someday find yourself meting tight deadline speaking with irate customers wielding a scalpel or handling dangerous chemicals.

The best way to curtail pressure and to even eliminate it is to prepare. Applying the motto “Be Prepared” holds true first time and every time. Prepare for that test and you won’t worry about it. In fact it will be the chance to shine to reveals the hard work you have put into preparing for the test. You will be rewarded for the effort you have thrust into your studies. Preparation removes fear. When you are prepared you will not fear. Preparation helps you maintain your cool under pressure. Preparation generates energy and enthusiasm. Therefore prepare and your coolness under pressure is sure to abound.

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"Start with what is right rather than what is acceptable."
Peter F. Drucker 

reflection: i believe what Peter is trying to say is that you should always do the right thing no matter what. for example if a person is trying to get a job and she or he has to sleep with the boss, this is where you  take action. if you choose to sleep with the boss then you are just doing what is acceptable to get that job. but if you say no to the boss then that is the right thing to do and the best. 

Initiative

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Initiative is creativity inventiveness originality ingenuity imagination. Every time you respond in class, every time you choose your own research topic, every time you put together your own interpretation of a piece of literature you take initiative. And future values can do professionals who come up with new ideas and chart their own courses through projects employees who are self-reliant. Self-reliant people are self-starters who don’t procrastinate on getting the job done. They know what is required to do and do it. They don’t wait to be told many times. Succeeding in High School College and in the career world is taking the initiative.

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"to be Great - - Concentrate"
Orson Sweet Mardin

reflection: in order for you to achieve something you must concentrate on what you want to achieve. for example if i want accomplish something in the summer like losing weight. i must concentrate in losing weight and be committed to it. the only way i'll get good results is if i actually stick to it and function with it.

Problem solving skills

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Problem solving goes far beyond your math textbook. Every assignment is an opportunity to weigh all possible solutions carefully and choose the one you think is best. As a working professional you’ll be solving problems regularly, whether it’s fixing a bug in a computer program or overcoming budget shortfalls. Problem solving situation occur extensively and frequently; therefore be ready when they come. When problems or challenges occur some people look at them at negative experiences as a crisis.  These people are the ones who live day by day with gloom and negativism in their attitudes. But the really successful people are cheerful and optimistic, are those who look at problems as opportunities to learn grow expand their horizon and make new discoveries, they look on the bright side of things and live happy lives.

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"Education is a marathon not a sprint"
anon


reflection: what the person is trying to say is you should know the difference between wanting to actually learn and focus and take a while to learn things rather than to just get an A in the class and copying everyone's work. for example college, i want to go for my PhD however i must realize that school is going to be a hassle and take into consideration that classes might be hard. i will sacrifice my time and any other time i can to learn the material. you can't just read it once and say oh i don't get it. You must keep thinking positive  getting my degree is a marathon, which means it will take a while. it isn't a sprint where you can easily get it. 

Team work skills

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Every time your class breaks into groups to tackle a challenge, you build teamwork skills. In college you’ll continue to have these opportunities to practice voicing your opinion, listening and responding to others and reaching compromises. By the time you leave college you can be an expert in this important workplace skill.

Together

Everyone

Achieves

More

Individually you can achieve so much but when you work with others for a common cause the same objectives you can accomplish a tremendous amount more. You synergize your talents knowledge, and skills with those whom you work. All members of the team are edified together a type of edification you can’t obtain by working alone.

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"The man who has no imagination had no wings."
Muhammad Ali

Reflection: basically what he is trying to say is imagination is a thing that one must have. if you do not have an imagination then you have no wings. for example if i believe i am going to make many baskets when i play basketball i have wings. and if i dont believe in that then i have no imagination therefore i have no wings.

Speaking skills

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When you’re assigned a class presentation think twice before dismissing it as an unimportant part of your education. Employers’ looks for speaking skills in job applicants, who may have to give presentations to clients or represent their organization in the field. Its never too soon to practice good eye contact and other public speaking techniques. http://www.newswiretoday.com/news/17334/

According to the block list the fear of public speaking ranks number one in the minds of the majority of people. Far above the fear of death and disease, comes the fear of standing in front of a crowd. Joel Weiner noted author and public speaker wants to help people overcome that fear.

“The biggest fear is public speaking with 15 percent of American experiencing a dramatic fear of it “ said Doctor Michael Telch of the laboratory for study of anxiety disorders (LSAD) in the department of psychology at the university of Texas at Austin  “People have had to turn down jobs and certainly students have dropped classes because of it”

Regardless of your occupation your success depends a great deal upon your ability to communicate efficiently! Whether you’re running a meeting selling a product making presentation motivating coworkers or just communication one on one with others, you’ll get far better results if you can speak persuasively smoothly and intelligently. 

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"nothing in the world can take the [place of persistence. talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. the slogan 'Press On' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race."
-Calvin Coolidge, 30th president of the United States


Reflection: Persistence is the only thing that will keep you motivated to actually complete your goal. without persistence you would do and be nothing. for example in life when i go to college i will keep persisting in getting good grades because i want to graduate  college and become someone in life. i can only achieve my diploma by persistence.

Writing skills

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Communication is at the top of the list of skills that employers look for. And communication in the workplace often means writing.

Health professionals keep patient charts, researchers depend on the money they collet by writing grant applications, software engineers write te4chnical specifications and nearly everyone writes e-mail to people inside and outside their organization. And before you even get the chance to interview for a job, you’ll need to present yourself in cover letters and resumes

So by taking writing serious and doing your best on every research paper every lab report you write every new post you write in your blog site and every writing activity you engage in you’re preparing yourself for a good career.  

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Student Success Statement
"Failure is only postponed success as long as courage coaches ambition. the habit of persistence is the habit of victory"
Herbert Kaufman


reflection: it takes a while to get to where you want to go. if you keep failing then let that be your motivation. make the habit of keep trying and trying and you will soon get to your destination.






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Ten ways college prepare you for career success

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/csearch/majors_careers/45548.html

Getting a college education doesn’t mean just absorbing facts and figures. It means building the skills and qualities you need to learn, think and create on your own- making you attractive to employers. You’ve already started learning these skills in high school, but colleges help you fully develop them.

The 10 key qualities

1. Writing Skills

2. Speaking Skills

3. Teamwork Skills

4. Problem – Solving Skills

5. Initiative

6. Cool under pressure

7. Attention to detail

8. Time Management

9. Honesty

10. Love of Learning

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"To see what is right and not to do it is want of courage."
confucius


reflection: i believe what they're trying to say is that if you hesitate to  choose the right then you are not courageous. for example if i am at a party with my friends and they start to drink and i feel pressured to drink instead of me telling them no, i will accept that drink and  that will be not courageous of because i did not choose the right 

Identify key words.

This helps you focus on the main idea of challenging questions.
rephrase difficult questions 
to understand questions better rewrite the min your own words. be careful not to change the meaning. 
organize your thoughts before 

write neatly 
be sure you don't lose points on answers the teacher cant read. 
use all the time you're given.
if you finish early don't leave. use the extra time to proof read and review your answers. 
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"improve your performance by improving your attitude"
anon
reflection: i tried out for basketball this summer and i know i didnt do my best. i will have to work hard to be in varsity for my senior year. i will condition with the girls and show that i am determined to get my spot on the team. a persons attitude can get better by having determination.

Exam Day: Survival Tips

Test taking

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/10296.html

Essential test taking advice

try out these strategies while you’re still in high school and by the time you get to college, you’ll be a test taking expert.

Before the test

Eat well.

Studies show that you need good nutrition to concentrate and perform your best.

Bring the right supplies

Bring your pencils erasers pens rulers compasses calculators or whatever else you need on the test day.

Review the whole test before you start.

See how many sections and what types of questions are on the test. Determine how much time to allow for completing each section.

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Online Learning

Part 1

Read Between the lines

Make a judgment about the site reliability based on your own analysis of the site and the information it contains. Here are some ways to do this:

·        Look for facts you know or can check with a trusted sources. If the site gets those facts right it’s more likely that the other facts on the site are also accurate.

·        Study the language used. Is it angry satiric or overly impassioned? This may indicate that the site is biased.

·        Consider whether the arguments are logical and backed up by evidence and whether the site presents only one point of view.

·        Check the links to the sources that the author acknowledges. Scholarly writing whether in print or online should include a bibliography.

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Student success statement

“Gold medals don’t make champions.. hard work does”

Anon

Reflection: I believe that this means that getting a medal isn’t the definition of a true champion. The true definition is all the hard work a person has done is a true champion. Always do your best and you will be a champion at heart.  

"The right way is not always the popular and easy way. standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character."
Margaret Chase Smith
i believe that Margaret is trying to say is that for example if a girl is a "nerd" and she is being bullied and many people don't stand up for her.. that you should be the one who should stand up for her because it isn't fair to her. be the one who makes a difference. choose the right and many people might not like that decision but who cares as long as you know what you are doing is the right thing.

It’s online but is it on target?

Part 3

Dot what?

Look at the site’s address. What follows the dot?

·       Dot-com is not only for businesses; anyone can use it. Dot-coms include well known and respected companies, but also private individuals.

·       Dot-org usually indicates a not-for-profit organization. Many dot-orgs present unbiased information but others have political agendas focus on debatable issues instead of facts and might not present all sides of the argument.

·       Dot-gov indicates a government website at the federal state or local level. The federal government is a good source of statistics and its sites are widely considered among the most reliable.

·       Dot-mil is used by sites that are part of the military.

·       Dot-edu usually indicates a university website. While its published research is generally considered very trustworthy anyone associated with the university whether a world renowned scholar or freshman can be given space on its serve. Professors sometimes put student course work on the web but that doesn’t mean they’re vouching for the information accuracy. 

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"Continuous effort, not strength or intelligence is key to unlocking our potential." 
Liane Cordes 
being smart isn't always the answer. everyone is smart however so people are  just too lazy. you must have the effort to achieve for what you want. choose the right and make an effort to unlock what you are able to do. push yourself to the limit and always know that you can. 

It’s online but is it on Target?

Part 2

Research with attitude

Conduct your research with the attitude of a skeptic. As you examine websites for clues that they are trustworthy, ask these questions:

·        Who wrote the web page? If you can’t identify the individual or organization responsible for the information don’t use it.

·        What are the author’s qualifications for writing on the subject?

·        Has the article passed through an editorial process designed to ensure quality and accuracy?

·        What is the web site purpose? Look for motives—like selling products or winning votes—that could result in biased or incomplete information.

·        Is the information accurate? Is it up to date?

·        Where did the author get his information?

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It’s online but is it on target?

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student /plan/boost-your-skills/109995.html

Using the web wisely

Thanks to the web information is easy to find. However, it is also easy to post something online. Anyone can do it. You’ve probably used the internet to do research for a paper to help you decide which product to buy or to form an opinion about current events. Looking up information online is fast and convenient. But when you do online research it is important to find sites you can trust. Many websites claim to have the facts, but are full of errors. Others present information on a biased way—the only give one side of an argument. How can you tell reliable sources from unreliable one? Also it is critical that you post online only that which is descent and appropriate never anything pornographic, vulgar, indecent, out of taste, untruthful, or obscene. Post those things that will make a good name for you and your organization, that will promote goodwill and be of benefit to the world.

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"When an archer misses the mark, he turns and looks for the fault within himself. Failure to hit the bulls eye is never the fault of the target. to improve your aim improve yourself"
Gilbert Arland 
reflection: you have a goal in life. you must aim high and accomplish it. however if you do not accomplish it within time it is your own fault. you did not push yourself to the max. you must choose the right and always believe in yourself. 

SQ3R

SQ3R=SURVEY-QUESTION- READ-RECITE-REVIEW

Recite

At the end of each section looks up from the text and in your own words recite an answer to your question for that section. Then write down your answer. Be sure to provide examples that support it. Now repeat the question read and recite steps for each section of the chapter. First ask a question for the next section. Then read to find the answer. Finally recite the answer in your own words and jot it down. The written questions and answers can help you study in the future.

Review

After completing the chapter reviews your notes. Identify the main points by looking for the most important idea in each section. Recite or write a brief summary of the assignment.

Review your study notes every week to help you remember the information. When it’s time to prepare for your tests you’ll find you’ve created an invaluable study guide.

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Student Success Statement

“the first law of success … Is concentration; to bend all the energies to one point, and to go directly to that point, looking neither to the right nor the left.”

William Matthews

Reflection: i believe that you should concentrate on what you want to achieve because it is your main priority. you can achieve this by choosing the right. do not pay attention to all the other things and know what you want to achieve. 

SQ3R

SQ3R= Survey- Question-Read-Recite-Review

Question

As you survey the text ask a question for each section. As what why how when who and where questions as they relate to the content. Here’s how you can create questions:

·       Turn the title headings or subheading into questions

·       Rewrite the questions at the end of the chapter or after each subheading in your own words.

Write down your questions. Questions help you pay attention understand the text better and recall the information more easily later on.

Read

Read one section of the chapter at a tine actively looking for an answer to your question for that section. Pay attention to bold or italianized text that authors use to make important points.

Be sure to review everything in the section including tables graphs and illustrations – these features can communicate an idea or more powerfully than written text.

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student Success Statement
"Your future is created by what you do today not tomorrow"
Robert Kiyosaki
reflection: you should always do the right thing in the present because you might not get another chance. do what is right today and that will determine your future not what you plan to do tomorrow.

SQ3R

SQ3R: A GREAT READING ASDN STUDYING TEQUNIQUE

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/26666.html

Improve your study skills

SQ3R stands for

                        Survey

                        Question

                        Read

                        Recite

                        Review

It is a proven technique to sharpen your study skills. In college you’ll be required to do lots of reading. You’ll often have to complete reading assignments in several different books for several different courses at the same time. SQ3R helps make reading and studying purposeful and effective, so that you use your time most efficiently. Here’s how strategy works.

Survey:

Let’s say your assignments is to read one chapter. First, get an idea of what the chapter is about by reviewing the highlights:

·        Read the title, heading and sub headings.

·        Notice words that are Italianized or bold.

·        Look at charts graphs pictures maps or other visual material.

·        Read captions

·        Read the very beginning of the chapter.

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Student Success Statement 

Never

"There is no justification ever for choosing any part of what you know to be evil."

Ayn Rand 

reflection: there is never a correct timing when you should choose the evil or wrong side of things. it will be tempting but  as long as you know that it isn't right, you shouldn't do it and you should also choose the right. for example in a party, the beer and alcohol are evil, they might be tempting but you are better than that. so you know you won't want to drink. 

 

Reading

5 tips for success

Tip 5

Tip 5: keep a list of questions

When you feel confused about something you’re reading, write down any questions you have. Sometimes your questions are answered as you read further. If not don’t be afraid to ask for help. Remember teachers create assignments; they’ve read the texts and are familiar with them. When you have specific questions your teacher can provide answers that will help you better understand the material. Learning is rooted in questions developed and asked by the learner. Asking questions to you, to the teacher or to others is a great leaning method. When you cease to ask questions as you read. Questioning immerses you into the material you are reading and therefore will expand your mental capacity more than anything else.

The philosopher Sir Francis Bacon said, “Knowledge is power”. Improving your reading comprehension is the key to gaining important knowledge and making the most of your education. So pick up a book and a pen.

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student success statement 

"When i was teaching basketball, i urged my players to try their hardest to improve on that very day, to make that practice a masterpiece. This rule is even more important in life than basketball. you have to apply yourself each day to become a little better. by applying yourself to the task of becoming a little better each and every day over a period of time, you will become a lot better. only then you will be able to approach being the best you can be. it begins by trying to make each day count and knowing you can never make up for a lost day." 

john Wooden 

reflection: i myself have been stressing over something that is not even worth my time. i will try my hardest to forget about it and to focus more and more in school. i will choose the right and push myself a little harder each day to think and do the right things. i know it'll take time but sooner or later i will get used to it and my life will continue. 

Reading

5 tips for success

Tips 3-4

Tip 3: Do research

Literary critics have written vast numbers of analytical and critical pieces on countless books. If you’re having trouble understanding a particular text, do some research and see what knowledgeable sources have to say about it. In addition to increasing your comprehension you’ll also be showing initiative something teachers always like to see. Always use legitimate and scholarly sources, not condensed study guides.

Tip 4: use a dictionary

Make sure you have access to a dictionary when you’re reading. You can often figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, but sometimes you can’t. Rather than simply skipping over the words you don’t know take time to look them up. The results are well worth the effort. Your comprehension will increase greatly, and you’ll build your vocabulary at the same time.

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"Every time I've done something that doesn't feel right, its ended up not being right."
Mario Cuomo
reflection: it's that feeling you have in your stomach when you know you shouldn't be doing something. i have that feeling today. which is why i'm going to be a mature person and let go of the past. i am no loner going to think about it. it doesn't feel right, and i know for a fact that it isn't right to do. therefore, i am ending communications with the one i love because i know i am only harming myself. 

Reading

5 tips for success

http://www.collegeboard.com /student/plan/boost-your-skills/189995.html

Reading and writing go hand in hand. The better you understand a text, the likely you are to successfully communicate your thoughts about it in writing. So it’s important to develop strong skills in both areas. With that in mind, here’s how to improve your reading comprehension.  

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Tip 1: annotate

Be an active reader. Instead of passively reading a text take notes about important story

elements, key factual information and significant ideas in the text.

Tip 2: Note the author’s writing style

Every author writes with a purpose using deliberate methods to successfully relate specific information to the audience. When you’re reading look for patterns in the author’s writing. For example you may notice repetition of key words, phrases or symbols – or the use of a distinct type of sentence structure. Authors employ these writing strategies to help readers comprehend a central argument or theme, so be sure to explore how these techniques create meaning.

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student success statement 

The Three Don'ts  

Don't whine

Don't complain 

Don't make excuses 

reflection: when you are taking a test do not whine and say it is a long test. Do not complain and say it too difficult. lastly, do not make an excuse if you fail the test. this is what John Wooden is trying to say in his statement. 

5 tips for staying Motivated

Tips 3-5

3. Set attainable Goals

If you’re having trouble writing a 25 page paper for class because it seems like such a big job, don’t focus on the final number. Break the paper down and consider each section individually. You can handle any project in small chunks.

4. Find a social support Network

Create a group of people around you who want to help you succeed. Mentors can be teachers or family friends who can give you guidance and help you develop new skills. Counselors can help you with planning your courses and stating to explore colleges. You can also reach out to friends and peers who can motivate you by listening and sharing ideas.

5. Acknowledge your accomplishments

Give yourself a quick reward when you complete an assignment or task. Take a walk, send an email, get a snack. Then move on to the project.

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student success statement 

"The three Nevers"

Never lie 

never cheat 

Never Steal 

John Wooden 

reflection: I believe that you can achieve anything if you choose the right and never give up. for example, i am going to to the mall today and i will not steal from any store because i know it is wrong. if i am taking a test i should not cheat. and lastly i shall never lie to my parents about anything. 

5 tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 1-2

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/8454.html

To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all times. But sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated, even when you really care about the work you’re doing. Here are five ways to stay on the right track.

1.    Focus on High – Impact Activities

The key to success in school is staying focused on your course work. Make a list to get an overall picture of your workload before you start to tackle any of it. Then make a plan. Although it’s tempting to do the simplest assignments first those that take more time and effort to accomplish are probably the ones that you’ll learn the most from. To determine what your priorities are rank your assignments in the order of their importance. Then rearrange your time and devote more energy toward those that have the greatest impact on your course work and grades. For example even though all homework assignments are important studying for a midterm exam takes priority over writing a paragraph for English class. As you complete each task think of it as another step to your way to college success.

2. Create new challenges

Changing your approach can help you stay interested in what you’re doing. If you’ve been given an assignment similar to one you’ve done in the past think about it in a different way. If you wrote an essay for a creative writing assignment last year, try a poem this time. For books reports pick a history book instead of another biography.

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student success statement 

"You have only always to do what is right. it will become easier by practice and you enjoy in the midst of your trials the pleasure of an approving conscience. 

Robert E Lee 

reflection: i believe that this means that you must always choose the right. even though it may seem like the wrong thing to do. it is not therefor you should always CTR. at times it may be difficult but once you start choosing the right it gets easier. for example i know that if i try to tell the truth it will hurt someone. however i know that it will get easier day by day. 

Take Control of homework

So it doesn’t control you

Part 3

Take advantage of any free time

If you have s study period or a long bus ride use the time to review notes, prepare for an upcoming class or start your homework. Flash cards are a great learning tool. They are easy to make easy to handle and are a marvelous tool to help you learn and remember anything. Punch a hole in the left corner of each index card and connect the stack of your flashcards with a ring. Then the cards are bound like this act like a small book with pages. You can even have separate ringed stacks for each subject. WHATEVER YOU WANT TO REMEMBER PUT IT ON A CARD.

Study with a friend

Get together with friends and classmates to quiz each other compare notes and predict test questions. Consider joining a study group.

Communicate

If you have concerns about the amount or type of homework you have you may want to talk to your family teachers or counselor. They can help you understand how time you need to allot for homework and to manage your tasks.

Celebrate your achievements

Reward yourself for hitting milestones or doing something well.

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