Student Success Statement

 

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

-Margaret Thatcher

When you discipline yourself to do what is right, a lot of great things will follow. You will enjoy living life more knowing that you are a great influence and people will enjoy being around you being confident you won’t be a bad influence, that alone is a great thing that will help your self-esteem greatly, when you have a good self-esteem, your personal satisfaction is much greater, everything just goes uphill.

For example: If you go out and go smoke mariguana because your self discipline isnt great and you chose the wrong, will you be satisfied with your pesrona? Nope, your moral will be torturing you, choose the right and feel great.

 



Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 3

Brad MacGowan, of the Career Center at Newton North High School in Massachusetts, think that working can be 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 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.”

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Summary:
Some grandparents locked up their granddaughter in their bathroom and kept her their for 6 years. The only time they would let her out was to go to school, they even locked her up during the weekends. She was kept in their because she behaved "Bad" when she was 3 years old, They are being persecuted with felony charges of kid napping and child endangerment.

Reflection:
What these grandparents did is horrible, I believe the girl in no way deserved this, she acted up/bad because she was 3 years old, children will be children. I believe they deserve alot more punishment than the 5-10 year maximum they might recieve, 12 years to say the least id say. This is a very horrible act they commited and no child should ever have to go through something like this.

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 1

Like many high school students, you may want – or need – to work part time. Working takes a lot of time and energy, though, so before getting a job, make sure that you think about your ability to handle both work and your education.

Important Considerations

You have to weigh a number of factors when deciding whether to take on a part-time job. It’s important to get as much information as possible, so you can figure out what choice makes the most sense for you. Schedule a meeting with your school counselor to discuss the idea of working. Talk to your counselor about why you want to work and what type of position you’re seeking.

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Student Success Statement

 

“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

Do the right thing, if it’s not the right thing to do then simply do not do it. Doing the right thing also means being honest, therefore if you have something to say but it is not the truth; do not speak it, because if you do speak it, then you are not being honest, and when you are not honest you are not choosing the right.

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 advisor. 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.

 

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Student Success Statement

 

“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing.”

-Theodore Roosevelt

 

When you doubt what decision you should make, you should choose the right, because choosing the right is always the right thing to do; it will not come back and haunt you, you will not be upset you did so, you can’t really go wrong when you choose the right, because you know it was the morally right thing to do and it will have the most productive outcome.

Selecting Your Courses

Part 5

The Arts

Research indicates that students who participate in the arts often do better in school and on standardized tests. The arts help you recognize patterns, discern differences and similarities, and exercise your mind in unique ways, often outside a traditional classroom setting.

Many colleges require or recommend one or two semesters in the arts. Good choices include the studio art, dance, music and drama. Many students have talents and extraordinary abilities in the arts. Students should look within their own repertoire of talents and identify their artistic abilities and take college classes to develop their talents.

 

Advanced Placement Program (AP)

To be sure you are ready to take on college-level work, enroll in the most challenging courses you can in high school, such as honors or AP courses. Research consistently shows that students who score a 3.0 or higher on an AP exam typically experience greater academic success and college graduation rates than students who don’t take AP.

Work hard in your righteous pursuits, and you will reap the benefits of self-fulfillment and job satisfaction. Don’t take shortcuts just to “get by,” instead, take challenging and difficult roads (courses) and reach higher mountain peaks of achievement.

 

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Man returns stolen cash to Seattle Washington Sears 60 years later

 

Summary: A man stole $20-30 Dollars from a cash register from a Sears store in Seattle Washington 60 years ago and returned it Monday, He even returned the money with interest, he gave them $100.

 

Reflection: The man did the right thing by returning the money, although he shouldn’t have waited 60 years but at least he returned the money which was the right thing to do. He probably did so because he couldn’t feel righteous or good spiritually until he felt he ameliorated the situation or just because he felt like doing the right thing, you should never steal, but in case you do, do the right thing and return what you took a.s.a.p., otherwise your conscious will bug you until you do what’s right.

Selecting Your Courses

Part 2

The following subjects and classes are standard fare for success in high school and beyond, whether you plan to attend a four-year or two-year College.

English (Language Arts)

Take English every year. Traditional courses, such as American and English literature, help you improve your writing skills, reading comprehension and vocabulary.

Math

You need algebra and geometry to succeed on college entrance exams and in college math classes – and in many careers. Take them early on. That way, you’ll be able to enroll in advanced science and math in high school, and show college you’re ready for higher – level work.                                                                                                      Most colleges look for students who have taken three years of math in high school. The more competitive ones require or recommend four years. Each school has its own program, but some of the courses typically offered are:

·         Algebra I

·         Algebra II

·         Geometry

·         Trigonometry

·         Calculus

 

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Selecting Your Courses

Recommended Classes for College Success

The academic rigor of your high school courses is an important factor in the college admission process. College admission officers see your high school course schedule as a blueprint of your education. They’re looking for a solid foundation of learning that you can build on in college.                                                                             To create that foundation, at least five solid academic classes every semester. Start with the basics and then move on to advanced courses. Challenging yourself is part of what makes school fun; but you need a firm grasp of the fundamentals before going on to more advanced work.

 

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My Plans: Steps to Achieve Goals

 

1. 4.0 GPA throughout the remainder of high school

a. Remain enthusiastic about school material

b. Study for tests and quizzes as needed

c. Do all my homework before it is due

d. Turn in all my assignments on time

 

2. 3.8+ GPA Accumulative throughout college.

a. Keep focus on my academics

b. Not let the outside world affect my goals or distract me

c. Do not overwhelm myself with commitments

 

3. Attend UCI or any other university.

a. Obtain a good accumulative GPA

b. Make a good solid resume

 c. Make myself appealing as possible to universities.

 

4. Play for MLL<3

a. Obtain and maintain top physical shape

b. Have good sportsmanship

c. Be social and have good relations

d. Obtain top stick skills

 

5. Gain and maintain great physical condition

a. Workout daily

b. A lot of cardio, at least 3 miles a day

c. Obtain a lot of thigh, butt, and ab muscle for balance

 

6. Volunteer and coach a middle school or high school lacrosse team.

a. Apply

b. Get a good resume

 

Student Success Statement

 

“A man without a goal is like a ship without a rudder.”

-Thomas Carlyle

 

If you do not have a goal then you are not going to go anywhere or aren’t likely to be productive, if you have a goal or a “rudder” you know where you want to be and what you have to do in order to reach the location or goal and you can reach it if you are productive enough.

Always have a goal, doesn’t matter if it is small or big, as long as you have a righteous goal you are being productive, and that is what life is about, being righteous and productive.

 

 

 

The Power of Study Groups

Part 4

Getting the Most Out of a Session

Here are some tips to help your group get the most out of each study session:

·         Decide what you’re going to do in advance.

·         Prepare for the session, so you can make the most of your time together.

·         Take turns teaching, to reinforce your own knowledge.

·         Stick to the session topic.

By supplementing your individual study with a study group, you can reinforce what you’ve learned, deepen your understanding of complex concepts, and maybe even make a few new friends. Remember that a friend is a person who encourages you to do your best and to achieve on a high level, one who pushes you to try a little harder and be a little better. If someone pulls you down the wrong trails of life, then those people are not friends, (they are actually your enemies), and you must avoid them at all cost. Whoever said learning can’t be fun? Learning is enjoyable and exciting when you study with others.

 

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The Power of Study Groups

Part 3

Guidelines for Getting a Group Together

Here are some guidelines for creating and running a study group: How many? Create a group of four to six people. In a larger group, it’s easy for someone to get left out and smaller groups can too easily get off track.                                                                                                                                                                                  Who? Pick classmates who seem to share your interests in doing well academically. Look for people who stay alert in class, take notes, ask questions and respond to the teacher’s questions. Include someone who understands the material better than you and can explain the concepts and someone who doesn’t understand it as well, to whom you can explain the material.                                                                             Where? Hold study group sessions in a place that is free of distractions and that has room to spread out books and notes. How long? Meet for no more than two or three hours at a time. Having a time limit helps the group focus. If you know you only have an hour, you’re more likely to stay on task.                   When? Try to meet regularly, on the same day and time each week. Treating the study session as you would other activities helps you to keep to a schedule and ensures that everyone attends.

 

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The Power of Study Groups

Part 2

The Benefits of Study Groups

 

Group study offers other advantages in addition to gaining a deeper understanding of class material. These include the opportunity to: Reinforce note-taking. If your AP Biology notes are unclear, you can ask a member of your study group to help you fill the gaps. Share talents. Each person brings different strengths, such as organizational skills, the ability to stick to a task or a capacity for memorization.

Cover more ground. Group members may be able to solve a calculus problem together that none would have solved alone. Benefit from a support system. Members often have common goals, such as good grades. Each person’s work affects the other members, which results in making members supportive of one another. Socialize it’s more fun to study with others; the give-and-take makes it more interesting. And because it’s more fun, you spend more time studying!

 

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Student Success Statement

Goals

 

“In life as in football, you won’t go far, unless you know where the goalposts are.”

-Arnold Glasgow

 

If you are not aiming for a specific target it is not likely that you will reach it because you have no sense of direction, in order to achieve a goal, you need to know what your goals are. To be successful you need to know what will make you successful and try hard to achieve those things to become successful, keep your goals in front of you and remind yourself what are your goals constantly to achieve them within a good time frame.



The Power of Study Groups

Working Together helps Everyone

 

You may have noticed that when you’re explaining something you’ve learned to a friend, you begin to understand it better yourself. This happens because, when you explain an idea, you need to think more deeply about it.

The same principle makes study groups useful. Studying with others in a small group is helpful because you:

·         Think out loud.

·         Share ideas.

·         Learn from one another.

 

In an effective study group, you and other students hash out lesson materials together – explaining concepts, arguing about them, figuring out why one person’s answer differs from another’s – and in the process, you most likely learn more than you would have studying by yourself.

 

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Walk The Talk

 

 

I feel this is something that is very important, walking the talk not just talking it, this is very important because actions will make you, you. Not just speaking what you plan to do, this is something very important which i believe i need to live up to more often, i tend to make commitments and sometimes not complete or go on with them, this is something i need to work on and i am all for it. I believe this will help me become a better more respectable honest person and that would make me very proud of myself.

 

 

Integrity<3

 



 



Student Success Statement

“Nobody ever did, or ever will, escape the consequences of his choices.”

-Albert A. Montapert

 

Every action has a consequence that consequence is bound to follow and get to you, one way or another it will reach you, if it is a bad consequence trying to escape from it will only make it worse, for example:

You accidently run over someone and leave the scene because you are nervous and worried, 2 weeks later police men find out it was you and catch you, you won’t just be accused of causing an accident and being responsible of the financial costs of the injury, you will be accused of hit and run and possibly attempted murder.

 

That is an exaggerated example although it can occur, point is, your actions will always catch up to you, whether they are good or bad.

How to Take on College Studying

Part 3

Do the Reading

You need to do more than just read the chapters you are assigned – you’re expected to understand them thoroughly. Here are some tips:

·         Don’t skim. Read all the material carefully.

·         Break up difficult assignments into sections you can digest – chapters, subsections or even paragraphs.

·         Look up any words that you don’t understand.

·         Pause to think about whether you understand the material; ask questions in class about anything that is unclear.

·         Take notes instead of highlighting – this makes you think through and rephrase the key points.

·         Create a summary sheet of what you learned from each assignment you read.

 

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