Student Success Statement

" Your future is created by what you do today, not tomorrow."
Robert Kiyosaki

I agree with this statement because you should live in the moment. It is better to do the things you need in the moment than a day later or even a year or more. For example, if you are planning to go to college, you shouldn't wait until tomorrow to have good grades.  You should start now!!! That also says a lot about your character, that you are hard working and you know how to set priorities,

SQ3R SQ3R: A Great Reading and Studying Plan

SQ3R

SQ3R: A Great Reading and Studying Plan

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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 this strategy works.

SURVEY

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

·       Read title, headings and subheadings.

·       Notice words that are italicized or bold.

·       Look at charts, graphs pictures, maps, and other visual material.

·       Read captions

·       Read the very beginning and end of the chapter

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Student Success Statement

"When I was teaching basketball, i urged my players to try their hardest to improve every 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 will you 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 the lost day."
John Wooden

I agree with this statement because, in basketball and any other sport what you have to do to be better at it, is practicing. In life if you practice to be good, to never lie, or cheat or still and to never whine then your life as person becomes much better and a great one. It is good to practice being a good person because it also makes you and your piers look good.

Reading 5 Tips for Success Tips 3-4

Reading

5 Tips for Success

Tips 3-4

Tip 3: Do Research        

Literary critics have written vast numbers of analytical and critical pieces of 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. Going the extra mile in your research elevates your achievement 10-fold.

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 the 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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Student Success Statement

"Every time I done something that doesn't feel right, it ended up not being right."
Mario Cuomo
(52 governor of NY)

I agree with this statement because choosing the wrong is obvious. People shouldn't do the obvious wrong things but the obvious good things. Choosing the wrong all it does is bring unhappiness to the person and everyone else. It is better to do what is right and feel good about it.

READING 5 Tips for Success

READING

5 Tips for Success

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Reading and writing go hand in hand. The better you understand a TEXT, the more likely you are to successfully communicate you 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.

 Tips 1-2

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 are reading, look for patterns in the author’s writing. For example you may notice a 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

-John Wooden

I agree with John Wooden because complaining, whining, and making up excuses are for losers. It is for people who don't care about what they do in life, it is for lazy people. That is why people should NEVER do those things. It is better to stay positive and look at the bright side of everything.

5 Tips for Staying Motivated Tips 3-5

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 of your paper 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. Mentor 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 starting 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 next project.

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Student Success Statement

"THE THREE NEVERS"
Never LIE 
Never CHEAT
Never STEAL

-John Wooden

I agree with this statement because it simply is the truth. If you lie, cheat, or steal that is a clear example of choosing the wrong and of course you do not want to do that. John Wooden was a great man of honesty and kindness. He made his team win 88 times in a row with out lying or cheating or anything of that sort. People should learn how to be like him.

5 tips for staying Motivated

5 Tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 1-2

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To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all time. But sometimes it is hard to stay motivated, 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 towards those that have the greatest impact on your course work and grades. For example, even though all homework assignemnts 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 on 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 book 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

I agree with this statement because when you do what is right all the time then it will become a good habit. After it becomes a habit then all you will be doing is the right thing. When you do what is wrong your mind and soul are being trapped in darkness however when you do what is right then your conscience will for ever be happy.

Take control of Homework So it doesn’t Control You

Take control of Homework

So it doesn’t Control You

Take Advantage of any Free Time

If you have a 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 upper left corner of each index card and connect the stack of your flashcards with a ring. Then the cards are bound and not flopping around. Flash cards 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 friend 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 of type of homework you have, you may want to talk to your family, teachers and counselor. They can help you understand how much time you need to allot for homework and how to manage your tasks.

Celebrate Your Achievements

Reward yourself for hitting milestones or doing something well.

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Student Success Statement

"BE always sure you're right, then go ahead."
Davy Crockett
1786-1836

I agree with this statement because why do something that is wrong when you can just find all the possible right things you can do and actually do them. Choosing the right brings happiness to your heart. So why not feel happy and choose the right than choosing the wrong and feel darkness.

Take Control of Homework So it doesn’t Control You Part 2 .

Take Control of Homework

So it doesn't Control You

Part 2

Keep Things in Perspective

Know how much weight each assignment or test carries, and use your time accordingly. Don’t waste time, but be wise and smart. Doing the most important things first is being wise and smart.

Get More Involved

Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes, underlining sections, discussing topics with others or relating your homework to something you’re studying in another class. Learn actively and not passively. Be anxiously engaged in your studies and you will have a great experience. Demonstrate a good attitude toward home assignments, and you will begin loving doing it.

Organize the Information

People Process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information, others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you are having trouble.

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Exotic Pretty Flower :3

EXOTIC FLOWERS from José Roberto Cordeiro

Student Success Statement

"Character is higher than intellect."
Ralph waldo Emerson

I agree with this statement because your character defines it all. For example you may be the smartest kid at school but if you choose to be mean to others, that is not very nice. Another example may be the people who want to become someone in life but can;t because they need to work and have a job to help out in the family they have a strong character and want to achieve their goals. 

Take Control of Homework

Take Control of Homework

So it doesn't control you?

Part 1

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Although very few student love homework, it does serve a purpose. Homework helps you:

·        Reinforce what you've learned during the day.

·        Build study habits that are essential in college.

·        Prepare for your classes.

·        Get a sense of progress

Here are some tips to help you deal with homework more efficiently and effectively.

SET THE MOOD

Create a good study area with everything you need (for example, a calculator). If you don’t have a quiet place at home, try your school or local library.

KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN

Make a list of everything you need to do, and note all deadlines. Do the more difficult assignments first, so you don’t have to face them at the end.

Study at the Same Time Every Day

Even if you don’t have homework every night, use the time to review notes. If sitting down to work is part of your normal routine, you’ll approach it with less dread. Also, you’ll become a pro at using time productively.

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Starbucks Presentation from Seth P.

Student Success Statement

"I think it better to do right, even if we suffer in so doing, than to incur the reproach of our consciences and posterity."
Robert E. Lee

I think this statement is beautiful. I also agree with it because it is better to choose the right and suffer for a little bit than to suffer for a long time by choosing the wrong. For example, say you don't like school at all but you want to choose the right by going to it and becoming a doctor but you need eight or more years of school. you may suffer for a while but it will have a great benefit on you. If you choose the wrong for example stealing you will go to jail and suffer for a life time.

Note-Taking Strategies

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 4

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For Review

Once you’ve done all of the above, you’ll find you’ve created your own personalized study guide. Cover the mains section of the page and use the key words and questions in the left margin as a quiz.

Stick to It

Review your notes the day you take them and all your notes once a week. That way, you won’t need to study as much when it’s test time.

You’ve been doing the work all along.

Try out the Cornell System, but if it doesn’t work for you, experiment, with other methods. Ask your classmates how they take notes or ask a teacher for advice. Taking good notes requires practice, like any other skill. And the more you work at it now, the more prepared you’ll be to take notes in college.

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Summarize!!! basketball court to judicial court

Today I  learned about a guy was 18 years old and a basketball player. He started off in a basketball court but ended in an actual court. This happen because he kidnapped, hit his girlfriend and other crimes. They sentenced him 3 years of prison.

I think he could have prevented all this things that happened to him. He could have simply chose the right and that is it.

Note-Taking Strategies

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 3

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After Class

As soon as class ends, review your notes and fill in any blanks. Underline, highlight and use symbols to sort through the information. If you don’t understand something, get help from your teacher or classmates.

After you’ve reviewed all your notes from class, in the left-hand area if the page write down key words and questions your teacher might ask on the test.

At the bottom of each page, write a summary of the notes. This helps you digest what you’ve learned. It also improves your memory of the material for the long term and for tests down the road.

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Student Success Statement

"He listens well who takes notes."
Dante Alighieri

I agree with this statement because, when you are taking notes that means you are paying attention and using a bit of extra time to write what you are listening to or what you are copying. It shows that you are intelligent and capable of learning beyond the humans capacity.

Note-Taking Strategies

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 2

During Class

One approach that has been proven effective is called the Cornell note-taking system.  Here are some of its methods. Start by using the main section of your page to take down your notes during class. Be sure to leave space on the left side of the page and the bottom. Things to keep in mind:

1.     Get the speaker’s main points. Don’t write down every word you hear.

2.   Leave blanks in your notes to add explanations later.

3.   Organize as you write. Pay attention to cues such as repetition and emphasis.

4.   Indicate main and supporting points as you go.

5.   Jot down key vocabulary, important facts and formulas.

6.   Ask questions. If you’re confused, it’s better to ask while the material is fresh in your mind.

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I Hope I Become A Ghost by The Deadly Syndrome

I hope I become a ghost.
I hope I can see the end of time.
I hope I become a ghost.
And make sure the future turns out fine

I hope I become a ghost.

Oh, when the world is said and done
The stars will become so close
And there will be nowhere that I can't run

Ooooh
Ahhhh, oh
 

I hope I become a ghost
And watch all my grand kids growing old
Some will remember me
And others through the stories they've been told

I don't intend to frighten you
Just want to see if what I think comes true
And then and only then we'll know
If it was worth to become a ghost
 

Ooooh
Ahhhh, oh

There's nothing sad about it
There's nothing sad about it

Now that I've become a ghost
I don't get to laugh with friends like you
It would not have been so bad,
If people like you would have become ghosts too

There's nothing sad about it.
There's nothing sad about it.



Ooooh
Ooooh
Ooooh
Ooooh
 

There's nothing sad about it.
There's nothing sad about it.
There's nothing sad about it.
There's nothing sad about it.

Student Success Statement

"When you believe you can-- you can."
Dr. Maxwell Maltz

I agree with this statement because when you are positive about your good actions everything is possible. You can even use this say as a little motivator to help you achieve what ever goal you have in mind. For example say you are trying to change your eating habits to a healthy one if you set your mind to it then of course you can do it.

Note Taking Strategy

Note Taking Strategy

Part 1

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How to get your class notes in shape

Getting the most out of high school and college means studying hard and using your time in class wisely. An effective note-taking strategy can help you do both. Here are the basics.

Stay Organized

It may seem obvious but your class notes can only help you if you can find them. When you are taking notes be sure to:

·       Keep all your notes in one place.

·       Date and number pages; keeping them in order makes it easier to understand them later.

Before Class

Review the materials assigned for that class period thoroughly. Bring a list of any questions you may have.

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Student Success Statement

"Tell me what is right and I will fight for it."
Woodrow Wilson

I agree with this statement because people should fight for what they really want. Not necessarily a physical contact fight, but a fight of will power to try and achieve what is best. Of courseyou mist never fight for the wrong. Always fight for what is good.

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for you?

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for you?

Part 4 of 4

Emphasis on the Written Word

Most of the communication, as well as the course work, in distance-learning classes are written. That’s a plus, because of the focus on the written word gives you the opportunity to develop as a writer—and strong writing skills are essential to academic success. However if, writing is a serious weakness for you, virtual learning may not be the best educational option until you prove your skills. Yes, most of distance education is the written word; therefore, you need to be a good reader, love to read, and love writing also. Most of your assignments will be written and submitted to the instructor in the written format. Your penmanship needs to be excellent, spelling great, sentence structure above average, vocabulary extraordinary. You need to have online access with reliable equipment. If your internet communications at home isn’t working, you can’t do online education from home and will need to go to someplace where you do have access to the internet.

Decide whether It's right for You
Distance education isn't for everyone. but it just might be for you. You really should seek it out and give it a try. You never know until you try. You might even fall in love with distance education. While distance education may be the perfect alternative for some students, it's not the right choice for everyone. So carefully consider your unique needs and interest and give distance education a try; then decide if it right for you.

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Student Success Statement

"You must live in the present to secure your future."

I agree with this statement because you must do what you have to do in the moment to plan your future. You cannot stay in the past and now work on your present because you are not going to level up to the future you are just going to stay in the past and reminice all those things that did not happen.

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for You?

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for You?

Part 3

Challenging Aspects of Distance Education      

·       Lack of in-person interaction: Some educators argue that both teacher-student and student-student contact are essential to learning. In a distance-learning classroom, you may be able to participate in class discussion online in chat rooms, massage boards or web conferences—but it’s not the same as being with other students in a classroom

·       Different levels of quality: Many distance-education programs supply an excellent learning experience, but others may not. Research any program before signing on to make sure it’s rigorous enough. If you are choosing your own program, look into its accreditation before enrolling.

·       The need to self-start: Distance education lets you make your own schedules. If you have a hard time getting motivated, this might not be the ideal educational setting for you.

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Student Success Statement

"What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us."
Ralph Waldo Emerson

I agree with this statement because there may be all this things good and bad that surround you but in reality either you have goodness or badness within you. It is all about the choices you make for your life and how you are willing to take them.

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for You?

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for You?

Part 2

Positive Aspects of Distance Education

·       Independence and time management: Taking courses online lets you hone your ability to work on your own. You also gain experience in managing your time efficiently.

·       A flexible schedule: school can only provide a certain number of class periods in a single day, and there may not be enough time for you to take everything you want. Because distance education lets you take classes outside regular school hours, it gives you the flexibility to explore all your areas of interest.

·       Advanced and specialized classes: Some schools can’t provide advanced or specialized classes, Distance education gives you the chance to gain experience in areas that would otherwise remain out of reach.

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Alex Sshwazer

Aex was an olympic racewalking winner. He seemed to be very happy because he made a world record, However he chose to do drugs and messed up his life. Even he knew it was something very wrong. He said he was tired of doing those drugs and that he was very happy of being caught because now he don't do them. He of course got kicked out but it eas better that they caught him now and not later.

Distance Education: Is a virtual classroom for you?

Distance Education: Is a virtual classroom for you?

Part 1

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You may want to take a class that your high school doesn’t offer. Under some circumstances, you can still enroll in the class—through distance learning.

Distance education means taking a class without being physically present where it is being taught. Internet-based technology lets students participate in lectures and class sessions online from almost anywhere.

Some high schools agree to recognize distance-learning credits when they don’t have the resources to offer a course themselves. Distance education is often used to increase options in rural areas and for AP courses.

For you, it might mean doing self-tutorial at home in the evening, or participating in a class that is 1,000 miles away, along with other high school students. Check with your school counselor to see what’s available.

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Student Success Statement

"You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right."
Rosa Parks

I agree witht his statement because either ways when you choose the right nothing bad comes from it. Yeah it can be scary but as long as you know everything is going to come out well. For example say you just saw someone get beat up and you threatened to go and tell on them but they threaten you back saying "if you tell on me i will kill you." Yeah that is very scary but still, the right thing to do is to tell on them before it is too late. It doesn't matter if others call you a snitch. As long as you know you did what is right is all that matters.