Student Success Statement #56

Student Success Statement #56

“Discipline yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction”

-Margret Thatcher

This statement means that although it’s always difficult to do things that are right, you have to have pride in your -self to do them.  If you don’t have pride in your-self then you’re going to end up in the low road. 

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work Part 3

“What you are will show in what you do.”

Thomas A. Edison

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 3

Brad MacGowan, of the Career Center at Newton North High School in Massachusetts, thinks that working can be a valuable part of a student’s life, if taken on responsibly. “You can derive a great deal from working, considerably more than just money,” he says. “In most cases, you can acquire a nice dose of discipline and a whole new set of skills and experiences.” In addition, your supervisor may be willing to write a strong college recommendation for you.

School Comes First

Schoolwork, including homework and studying for tests, should always be your top priority. MacGowan cautions students who do decide to work, “If you are rushing through your assignments… or not studying enough for tests because of work, it’s time to cut back or quit and find a less time-consuming job.”

CHOOSE THE RIGHT! 

Student Success Statement #55

Student Success Statement #55

“What you are will show in what you do.”

-      Thomas A. Edison

What this statement means to me, is that it all depends on what you decide to do, your personality. 

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work Part 2

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 2

Voicing your goals to someone else can help you make decisions and figure out your priorities. It can also help you judge whether you can do both- work and study- successfully. To help answer this question, ask yourself.

·        Am I an organized person?

·        What kind of study habits do I have?

·        Do I make good use of my available time?

·        Will I be able to manage my schedule effectively if I take on a part-time job?

Think about the pros and cons of working. On the plus side, a job can teach you about commitment, time management and responsibility- and, of course, handling money. On the minus side, a job can cut into the time you have for sleeping, studying and socializing.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT! 

Student Success Statement #53

Student Success Statement #53

“If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not say it.”

-Marcus Aurelius (Roman Emperor from 161 AD to 180 AD)

If you know it’s not the right thing to do, don’t make a mistake and take a risk of it, just WALK AWAY FROM IT. When you know it’s wrong to say, DON’T SAY ANYTHING, don’t lie.  

Selecting Your Courses Part 6

Selecting Your Courses Part 6

Success in AP can also help you in other ways. AP helps you stand out in the admission process and offers the opportunity to learn from some of the most inspiring teachers in the world. Learn more about the AP Program.

For More Help in Choosing Courses

Use College Search to look up a specific college’s academic requirements to be sure you are on track to attend the college of your choice. If you have concerns about your class schedule or progress in school, set up a meeting with your school counselor, teacher, or adviser. There are many resources to help you with this process, and with achieving your personal, college and career goals. Without goals, you meander all sorts of directions. Goals give you purpose, direction, enthusiasm, and passion for that which you really desire. Define your goals, deliberately, evaluate your goals often and make changes as necessary, work hard to achieve your goals, and continue working hard until you actually do reach your goals.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT! 

Student Success Tips

Student Success Tips

1.     Attend New Student Orientation at the begging of the Fall or Spring Semester, Brenda

2.     GEN 101S, First Year Experience, provides excellent content and recourses to be a successful student. It is likely that this class will be part of your first semester at Edison.

3.     Be sure to attend all classes, and be on time.

4.     To reduce distractions, sit near the front class.

5.     Keep a copy of the syllabus for each class so that you will know what is going on, what you should be doing, and how soon you need to get it done.

6.     Be a good listener. Focus and concentrate on main points.

7.     Take good notes in class, and review your notes within 24 hours. Then, review your notes periodically to help you retain information, index cards with key information are also a helpful way to review.

8.     Study! To be a successful college student, study at least two hours a week for every hour you spend in class. This is a minimum.

9.     Determine an ideal study space, and plan study time when you are at your best to retain information.

10.                          Maintain a student planner to keep track of important dates and projects.

11.                         Apply additional time management strategies, including planning, setting goals, and prioritizing schoolwork and your additional responsibilities.

12.                         Avoid marathon study periods. Instead, study for short intervals with a break in between. For example, study for 30 minutes, take a 3-minute break, come back and review, then repeat the process.

13.                         Get to know other students in your classes for added support and to study together when possible.

14.                         Participate in class, and ask your instructor questions when needed. Meet with them during office hours for additional support and guidance.

15.                         See your faculty advisor every semester to register for classes.

16.                          Make use of the Library and Learning Center for study help and free tutoring services.

17.                         Being a full-time student is your 40-hour-per-week job, and like many full-time employees, you probably will not finish the job in 40 hours.

18.                         Be sure to allow time for physical activity as well as class and study time. This will help you to focus on your studies. Locker rooms and a work-out room are available on campus.

19.                         (TTA ONLY) Plan Ahead! When you have more than a 30 week-day break in classes you will not be paid unemployment. Be sure to put aside money each week so you have money on the weeks you do not get paid.

 CHOOSE THE RIGHT!