Student Success Statement: Reflection

                Student Success Statement
                  "Success is dependent on effort."
                            - Sophocles, Greek dramatist



Reflection:
What this statement probably means is that if  successful involves with doing effort. In other words, giving effort will get you success. For example, if you make an effort on studying then you are more likely to pass a test.  

How to Take on College Studying: Part 2

How to Take on College Studying

                       Part 2

Choose Where to Study

Where you should study depends on two factors: the environment in which you are best able to concentrate and the type of work you are planning to do.

·       The best places to study have good light, a comfortable temperature and enough desk space—usually your dorm room, your apartment or the library.

·       For completing problem sets or brainstorming possible test questions, you may want to study with a group or at least in a setting where follow students are available for discussion.

·       When you are reading book chapters or working on a research paper, you are probably better off in a less social environment.

Improve Your Study Habits

Here are simple steps you can take to help you get a handle on studying:

·       Have routine for where and when you study.

·       Choose reasonable and specific goals that you can accomplish for each study session.

·       Do things that are harder or require more intense thought at your most productive time of day.

·       Take breaks if you need them so you don’t waste time looking at material but not absorbing it.

·       Get to know students whom you respect and can study with or contact to ask questions.

·       Keep up with the workload and seek help when you need it

          CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

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Jenna Huff Helps Debb in Cross-Country Race: Summary/Reflection

Summary:
Jenna Huff is a sophomore and was running in a cross country race. She was trying to catch up to her competitor, Debb, but she ran three miles and Jenna couldn't catch up to Debb. But after running three miles, Debb's hip snapped and after that she stopped running and moaned in pain. Jenna was coming up behind her and notice that Debb had stopped after running three miles. Jenna knew this was her chance to pass Deb and cross the finish line, but she felt bad for Debb that instead of passing her, Jenna stopped, got Debb's arm, and encouraged her to run. When they both got to the finish line, Jenna pushed Debb towards the finish line so she can win.

Reflection:
What I thought about how Jenna acted upon this is I thought that was really nice of her to let Debb, her competitor, to finish first and how Jenna helped her run to the finish line. If that were to happen like that with me, I would have done the same thing, just to be kind and sportsmanlike.
                         

Student Success Statement: Reflection

                Student Success Statement

                    "Improvement begins with I"

                                              -Anon

Reflection:

What this statement probably means is that it is you who is or needs to improve. In other words, improvement starts with you. For example, you got a C+ in science and your the one who got that C+ so you are the one who is going to improve and get possibly a B+.  

How to Take on College Studying: Part 1

How to Take on College Studying

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/961.html

                             Part 1

Develop Good Study Habits

In college, you’ll need to build on the study skills that you learned in high school. The demands of a college class are probably more rigorous then those you are used to.

You can succeed by knowing what to expect and how to handle it.

Think of college as a full-time job, in which you spend 40 hours a week on class, labs, study groups and doing homework.

Being organized and using your time well are essential. Learn more about time management, and use the guidelines below to develop your study skills.

Decide When to Study

Work out about how many hours you need to study every day. Then make a schedule.

·       Figure out what blocks of time you have available throughout the day, in the evenings and on weekends.

·       Consider what time of day you are most alert—there are morning people and night owls—and try to schedule your studying accordingly.

·       Think about whether you do better studying for a few hours at a time or sitting down for marathon sessions.

     CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Student Success Statement: Reflection

               Student Success Statement
          "Choosing the right is always the right thing to do."
                                        Alex Linares


Reflection:
What this statement probably means is that doing what is right is always right. In other words, doing the right decisions is the best thing to do. For example, if someone was asked to go to the movies, but they still need to finish their homework, the right thing to do would be to skip the movies and stay home to finish his/her homework. 

10 Time Management Tips for Students: Tips 5-10

10 Time Management Tips for Students

                            Tips 5-10

Tip 5. Review Your Notes Every Day.

Reviewing helps you reinforce what you've learned, so you need less time to study before a test. You’ll also be ready if you get called on in class or have to take a pop quiz.

Tip 6. Get a Good Night’s Sleep.

Your brain needs rest to perform at its peak. Lack of sleep makes the day seem longer and your tasks seem more difficult.

Tip 7. Communicate Your Schedule to Others.

If phone calls or text messages are proving to be a distraction, tell your friends that you are only available at certain times of day and not to expect a response at other times.

Tip 8. Become a Taskmaster.

Give yourself a time budget and plan your activities accordingly. Figure out how much free time you have each week before you add any commitments.

Tip 9. Don’t Waste Time Agonizing.

Instead of agonizing and procrastinating, just do it. Wasting an entire evening worrying about something that you’re supposed to be doing is not productive, and can increase your stress.

Tip 10. Determine Your Priorities.

You can’t do everything at once. Establish the importance of each item. Then set realistic goals that are attainable.

             CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Student Success Statement

                 Student Success Statement
          "It's better to be alone than to be in bad company."
                                            ANON



Reflection:
What this statement probably means is that being around people that you are not supposed to be with is much worse than being by yourself. In other words, being around bad people is much more severe than being alone. For example, it is better to do your homework by yourself than being with your "friends" being at the movies or an arcade instead of doing your homework or other important work.  

10 Time Management Tips for Students

10 Time Management Tips for Students

http://www.college.com/student/plan/college-success/116.html

                                  Tips 1-4

Organize your life

Managing your time well is an important element of success--especially if you’re a student. If you set priorities that fit your needs and lifestyle, you’ll have a better chance of achieving your goals. Here are some tips for taking control of your time and organizing your life.

Tip 1. Make a To-Do List Every Day.

Put things that are most important at the top and do them first. And don’t forget to reward yourself for your accomplishments.

Tip 2. Use Spare Minutes Wisely.

When your commuting on the bus or train, use the time to get some reading done.

Tip 3. It’s Okay to Say No.

If your friend asks you to go to a movie on a Thursday night and you have an exam the next morning, realize that it’s okay to say no. Keep your short- and long-term priorities in mind.

Tip 4. Find the Right Time.

You’ll work more efficiently if you figure out when you do your best work for example, if your brain handles math better in the afternoon, don’t wait to do it until late at night.

             CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!   

Tips From College Students

Tips From College Students

    Tips for High School Students to prepare for College

1.    Be prepared to do a lot of reading in college.

2.    Learn more time management: use a calendar and plan how to use your time. Learn to manage your time while still in high school, keep a calendar of all exams and paper due dates.

3.    One of the biggest transitions between high school and college is development of time management skills – students must learn to balance school and social life.

4.    Be prepared to discipline yourself, as the temptation to slack could be great. If you miss 4-5 classes in a semester you may not make it through the semester successfully.

5.    Being sick affects your ability to be a student—and remember that community living contributes to the cold/flu season.

6.    Learn to read – summarize and outline reading.

7.    Learn to take notes in class.

8.    Learn to study.

9.    Start the college and scholarship search as early as possible.

10.           Take as much science, math, English, and foreign language courses as you can: they

11.           Participate in volunteer and community service programs. It helps with scholarships!

12.           Think about what characteristics in a university are of most importance to you (climate, environment, degrees offered, Size, location, etc.) before making a final decision about attending college. Visit them if possible.

Advice from University of Portland students

1.    “I think the most important thing to let high school students know is not to overlook anything. When I was in high school I often asked myself, “Why do I need to know this?” then if I didn't think it was pertinent, I wouldn't bother to study it. But in college, all those seemingly unneeded tools come together in the real life (e.g.: finding an intersection of those two lines in algebra is later important in cost/revenue calculations). In the way of classes, learning to read and write well is very important. The focus should be on the format and clarifying ideas in writing, and being able to pick out the important parts of writing (the testable facts). Volunteering and enjoying clubs are important to get into college of your choice.

2.    “I’d advise the students to take as much math as they can in high school and take as many classes as they can in the field that they’re interested in.  

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens: Habit 7 Part 2

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

                      Habit 7 Part 2

Habit 7:sharpen the Saw

3)   Heart: Always do what is right so your heart, your conscience, will feel peaceful. When you do wrong, your conscience will prick you and create regretful sensations within your heart. What you do what you honestly feel, you won’t have any regrets. Your heart is your internal compass—it gives you direction and discernment. Just like a magnetic compass gives directions, even true north, your personal compass, your heart, will point you in the true north, the exact directions and paths you need to trod.

4)   Soul: Study scriptures and other sacred literature daily. In other words, feed your spirit because your spirit needs spiritual food just like your physical body needs temporal food to survive. Pondering, meditating, and reflecting are excellent Soul-sharpening activities. Try writing your thoughts, feelings, aspirations, concerns, and decisions in a diary or journal. Writing helps you focus and make good decisions.

Get into the habit of daily improving your body (physical fitness) your mind, your heart, and your soul.

  CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!    

Student Success Statement: Reflection

                 Student Success Statement
           "Do what is right and let the consequences follow."
                                  Anon


Reflection:
What this statement probably means is that when you do what is right then you won't get punished. In other words, no punishment will be upon you if you do what is right.   

7 Habit of Highly Successful Teens Habit 7 Part 2

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

                       Habit 7 Part 2

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw

Teens should never get to busy living to make time to renew themselves. When teens “sharpen the saw” they are keeping their personal self sharp so that they can better deal with life. It means regularly renewing and strengthening the four key dimensions of life – body, mind, heart, and soul.

1)   Body. Eat wholesome foods, fruits, vegetables, legumes. Avoid illegal drugs, smoking, alcohol, tobacco products, tattooing. Exercise regularly and effectively. Get plenty of rest at night. Get to bed early at night and get up early each morning. “Early to bed early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.”

2)   Mind. Think positively. Read. Study. Think. Analyze. Seek to read a good book each month. Then each week. Ask intelligent questions. Observe. Develop your mind through positive “self-talk.”

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!  

Student Success Statement: Reflection

                Student Success Statement
      "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much."
                                         Helen Keller



Reflection: 
What this statement probably means is that when working together you can accomplish a lot more than when by yourself. In other words, you set a lot done when working together. For example, when you are working on homework by yourself you might get some done ,but some parts you don't get ,but if working on homework together will be more useful and get more help and you get the work done.     

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens Habit 6

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

                           Habit 6

Habit 6: Synergize

Synergy is achieved when two or more people work together to create something better than either could alone. Through this habit, teens learn it doesn’t have to be “your way” or “my way” but rather a better way, a higher way. Synergy allows teens to value differences and better appreciate others. Synergy is the reward, the delicious fruit you’ll taste as you get better at living the other habits, especially ate thinking Win-Win and seeking first to understand. Learning to synergize is like learning to form V formations with others instead of trying to fly through life solo. You’ll be amazed at how much faster and farther you’ll go. Synergy doesn’t just happen. It’s a process. You have to get there. And the foundation of getting there is this: Learn to celebrate differences.

A good band is a great example of synergy. It’s not just the drums, or the guitar, or the sax, or the vocalist, it’s all of them together that make up the “sound.” Each band brings his or her strengths to the table to create something better than each could alone. No instrument is more important than another, just different.

             CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!     

Student Success Statement: Reflection

                  Student Success Statement
"So often, in our quest to be more popular and to be part of the "in-group", we lose sight of things that are far more important."
                                           Sean Covey


Reflection:
What this statement probably means is that if you think joining an in-group will make you popular than you are missing the things that are more important than being popular. In other words, being popular and in an in-group is not as important as other things in your life. For example, if you love your family so much and then start hanging out with people in an in-group, popular people, then you will not like your family as you used to do and you get into more arguments with them then before you started hanging out with the in-group.      

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens Habit 5

     7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

                             Habit 5

5. Seek First to Understand, and then to be Understood

Because most people don’t listen very well, one of the great frustrations in life is that many don’t feel understood. This habit will ensure your teen learns the most important communication. Skill there is: active listening.                                                                                                          Why is this habit the key to communication? It’s because the deepest need of the human heart is to be understood. Everyone wants to be respected and valued for who they are—a unique, one-of-a-kind, never-to-be-cloned individual. People won’t expose their soft middles unless they feel genuine love and understanding. Once they feel it, however, they will tell you more than you want to hear. People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.        `                                                                              Listen with your eyes, heart, and ears. 7 percent of communication is contained in the words we use. The rest comes from body language (53 percent) and how we say words, or the tone and feeling reflected in our voice (40 percent).                                                                                       Most people are eager to talk and had rather talk than listen. We have one mouth and two ears. This means we should listen twice as much as we talk. We actually learn more while listening rather then we talk. Learn to listen and listen to learn.                                                                                                Listen, really listen, for understanding.                                                             Seek first to understand then to be understood—LISTEN.

             CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Habit 4

     7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

                             Habit 4

4. Think Win-Win

Teens can learn to foster the belief that is possible to create an atmosphere of Win-Win in every relationship. This habit encourages the idea that in any given discussion or situation both parties can arrive at a mutually beneficial solution. Your teen will learn to celebrate the accomplishments of others instead of being threatened by them. Win-Win is a belief that everyone can win. It’s both nice and tough all at once. I won’t step on you, but it won’t be your doormat either. You care about other people and you want them to succeed. But you also care about yourself, and you want to succeed as well. Win-Win is abundant. It is belief that there is plenty of success to go around. It’s not either you or me. It’s both of us. It’s not a matter of who gets the biggest piece of the pie. There’s more than enough food for everyone. It’s an all-you-can-eat buffet.

Win-win always creates more. Perhaps the most benefit of thinking Win-win or one of the alternatives is how you feel. Win-Lose and Lose-Win thinking will cloud your judgment and fill you with negative feelings.

Win- win will fill your heart with happy and serene thoughts. It will give you confidence. Even fill you with light. Think Win-Win or no deal.

             CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

       7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

                             Habit 3

Habit 3: Put First Things First

Habit three is about Will and Will Not power. This habit helps teens prioritize and manage their time so that they focus on and complete the most important things in their lives. Putting first things first also means learning to overcome their fears and being strong during difficult times. It’s living life according to what matters most. Putting first things first deals with things that are:

Important or not important, Urgent or not urgent. Let’s look at the four quadrants of time management.

Quadrant 1: Things that are Important and Urgent                            Quadrant 2: Things that are Important but not Urgent                        Quadrant 3: Things that are Not Important but are Urgent                Quadrant 4: Things that are Not Important and Not Urgent

1.    Important & Urgent	2.    Important but not Urgent
3.    Not Important but are Urgent	4.    Not Important and Not Urgent

Quadrant 2 is the ideal place to spend our time, doing things that are important but not urgent. Here’s where the priorities come into play. The results for living Quadrant 2 are:

1.    Control of your life

2.    Balance

3.    High performance

So in what quadrant are you spending most of your time? The key is to shift as much time as possible into Quadrant 2 and this is accomplished by planning. Spending more time planning and incorporating the most important things first, things the matter most. Keep your eyes on the prize and reach for it.

           CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!       

Student Success Statement

                 Student Success Statement
"The only difference between those who have failed and those who have succeeded lies in the difference of their habits. Good habits are the key to all success. Bad habits are the unlocked door to failure. Thus, the first law I will obey, which precedeth all others is--'I will form good habits and become their slaves.' "
                                        Og Mandino


Reflection:
What this statement probabaly means is that the people that have good habits are considered to be successful and those who do bad habits automatic fail. In other words, the habit you do will either help you or go against you. For example, if someone starts studyng frequently every day then their good habit will lead the to success. 


    

7 Habits of Highly Successful Students

      7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

                               Habit 2

Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind

If teens aren’t clear about where they want to end up in life, about their values, goals, and what they stand for, they will wander, waste time, and be tossed to and fro by the opinions of others. Help your teen create a personal mission statement which will act as a road map and direct and guide his decision-making process.

“Keep your eyes on the prize.” Determine your desired prize and don’t quit until you have realized the achievement of your prize. Then set another prize, another goal or desire that you would really like to achieve. Begin with the achievement of your prize in mind. Visualize and then realize. Start by having a target in mind; know where you are going.

One prize or goal you definitely need to establish for yourself is the prize of an honorable graduation from high school- that you will receive your diploma honestly and with integrity—that you earned it with perfect honesty.

              CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!  

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens

 

 

                                                7 Habits of Highly Successful Students

                                                                          Habit 1

                                                    ( by: Sean Covey but modified)

Habit 1: Be Proactive

Being proactive is the key to unlocking the other habits. Help your  teen take control and responsibility for her life. Proactive people understand that they are responsible for their own happiness or unhappiness. They don’t blame others for their own actions or feelings. Proactive people realize that the ball is their court, that they are the captain of their own ship; they are in control, control of their decisions, thoughts, choices, decisions,, goals actions and priorities. Proactive people are self-starters; they don’t wait to be told what to do, they press forward with enthusiasm toward the achievement of their assignment, their duties, their responsibilities, their obligations. Choosing to do what is right is a proactive decision. Obey rules. Obey the coach. Obey the school policies. Obey with exactness, and great things will come to you. Be proactive and take initiative.

                                                  CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!

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Student Sucess Statement: Reflection

                Student Success Statement
"Whether I fail or succeed shall be no man's doing but my own. I am the force."
                                  Elaine Maxwell


Reflection:
What this statement means is that you are the cause of your own actions. In other words, no one else did it but you. For example, if you decided that it will be fun to pick on someone or get a good grade, that is your decision, no one else's. But if someone were to tell or convince you to do a certain action, it is still you that caused that action to happen.It's you who decide whether or not to do an action whether it's good or bad.

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens Habit 1

7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens Habit 1

                                                                                (by Sean Covey but modified)

Habit 1: Be Proactive

Being proactive is the key to unlock other habits. Help your teen take control and responsibility for her life. Proactive people understand that they are responsible for their own happiness or unhappiness. They don’t blame others for their own actions or feelings. Proactive people realize that the ball is in their court, that they are the captain of their own ship; that they are in control, control of their decisions, thoughts, choices, decisions goals, actions, and priorities. Proactive people are self-starters; they don’t wait to be told what to do, they press forward with enthusiasm toward the achievement of their assignment, their duties, their responsibilities, their obligations. Choosing to do what is right is a proactive decision. Obey the rules. Obey the law. Obey the coach. Obey the school policies. Obey your parents. Obey with exactness, and great things will come to you. Be proactive and take the initiative.

           CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Student Success Statement: Reflection

                 Student Success Statement
                     "Keep your eyes on the prize"
                                              ANON



Reflection:
What this statement means is that the reason you are studying or doing your work is because you want your prize to be your goal and be successful in life. In other words, you are working hard to earn what you get. For example, if you want to go to college someday, you do all your wok and studies to get there.

10 Tips for Student Success

1.    Attend your classes. Remember in the words of Woody Allen ‘Seventy percent of success in life is showing up’.

2.    Know your faculty. Make sure you know who your teachers are, when their office hours are and how to contact them.

3.    Make sure the faculty knows you. Sit in the front of the classroom. Participate in class discussions. Consult with your teachers during office hours.

4.    Use a daily planner. Note the dates of exams, assignments, term papers, etc.

5.    Be organized. Prioritize your responsibilities. Manage your time. Remember everyone has the same 168 hours a weeks, only some of us use them better than others.

6.    Know your campus resources. Visit your Academics Dean Office regularly. Become familiar with the services and programs offered by the Counseling Center, The Freshmen Center, the Career Center, the Campus Ministry Office and the Student Life Office.

7.    Take care of your health. Get enough sleep. Eat well balanced meals. Exercise regularly. Make informed and mature decisions about alcohol, sex, and drugs. Visit the Health Office as needed.

8.    Work only as necessary. Try not the exceed 20 hours during a school week. If possible, work on campus. Apply for financial aid and loans if you need them. Manage your expenses very carefully.

9.    Get involved in campus activities. It will help you learn valuable skills, expand your social network and enhance your self-confidence. Seek out opportunities to apply what you learn in the classroom.

10.                       Keep your eyes on the prize. Clarify your goals. Know why you are in college in the first place. Visualize your success on a daily basis.

   CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!