Student Success Statement
“Success is dependent on effort.”
-Sophocles, Greek dramatist
The Greek is
Trying to say that if we work hard it will be dependent on our success on our
effort.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Part 2
How to Take on College Studying Part 2
Choose Where to Study
Where you should 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 problems sets or brainstorming possible test
questions, you may want to study with a group or at least in a setting where
fellow students are available for discussion.
· When you are reading book chapters or working on a research paper,
you are probably better off in a social environment.
Improve Your Study Habits
Here are simple steps you can take to help you get a
handle on studying:
· Have a 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 the 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.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Jenna Huff
Jenna Huff wins an award for helping
another girl named Deb. Near the end of a race where both were racing deb was
near the finish line, suddenly her bone broke. Jenna got there and chose the
right by helping her finish the race. Jenna Got disqualified for choosing the
right and is now recognized by the U.S. Olympics Committee.
How To Take On College Studying
How
to Take on College Studying
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 than 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
the 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.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
SSS(Alex Linares)
Student
Success Statement
“Choosing the right is always the right thing to do.”
Alex
Linares
He Wants To Spread The Word That Choosing The Right Can Make Us
Successed In Life. He Wants Us To Learn that Choosing The Right Isn’t Bad.
Choosing The Wrong Can Hurt Us In Life. If You Choose The Wrong Start Choosing
The Right There Is Enough Time To Change The Way You Act, Talk, And Walk.
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.
Monday, February 25, 2013
SSS(Anon)
Student
Success Statement
“It’s better to be alone than to be in
bad company.”
Anon
I believe
this Person Is trying to say that we are better off alone because then we won’t
get hurt or get or feelings hurt. And If We Are With The Wrong People Those
People Will Hurt Us And Encourage Us To Choose The Wrong. Choose The Right By
Making The Right Chooses Not By Smoking And Doing Or Selling Drugs.
10 Time Management Tips For Students (Tips 1-4)
10 Time Management Tips for Students
Organizing 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
accomplishments.
Tip 2. Use Spare Minutes
Wisely.
When you’re commuting on
the bus or train, use the time to get some reading done.
Tip 3. It’s Okay to Say No.
If your friends 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.
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
SSS(Helen Keller)
Student
Success Statement
“Alone we can do so little; together
we can do so much.”
Helen
Keller
I believe
that Ms. Keller is trying to say that when we are alone by ourselves we are
choosing the right. And if we have a group of people with us then we are
choosing the wrong with those people.
Habit 6: Synergize
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 is the reward, the delicious fruit you’ll taste as you get
better at living the other habits, especially at 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 member 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.
Friday, February 15, 2013
Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is about being in love with the person you are in love with. It’s also about spending time with that special someone. It isn’t about gifts of candy or the cards. But it is mostly about you and that special person you love and care about. If you’re single here are some tips
· Don’t try to impress the girl you
love
· Take that person out on a surprise
date
· Talk about things you have a
similarities with
· Don’t be shy to ask the your crush
out
For those who have girlfriends or for those who are married here are some tips for Valentine’s Day
· Take that special someone out to eat
· Surprise that person with gifts
that they will love
· Don’t buy expensive items for them
unless you now that’s what they’ve wanted
· Tell that person you want to live
with them forever and that you love them always.
Valentine’s Really Isn’t about giving gifts it’s about love and the person you love. If you’re going to give that person a present surprise them with something big and beautiful. If you have to go make some last minute shopping with the money you have left make sure you get that person a few things if you barley have any money. If you have tons of money though don’t try
Happy Valentine’s Day!
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SSS(Sean Covey)
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 for
more important.”
Sean
Covey
I believe
that Mr. Covey Is trying to say that if we join the bad group of people we lose
hope of our dreams and when we join the right group of people we keep our
dreams intact.
5. Seek First To Understand, and then to be understood
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 communications skills is this:
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 may 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 than when we
talk. Learn to understand and listen to learn. Listen, really listen, for
understanding. Seek first to understand then to be understood—LISTEN.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Habit 4 (Think Win-Win)
7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Habit 4
4. Think
Win-Win
Teens can learn to foster the belief that it 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 I 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 the belief
that there’s 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 surprising benefits of thinking Win-Win
is the good feelings it brings o. The true test of whether or not you are
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.
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Habit 3: Put First Things First
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 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
|
1. Important
& Urgent
|
2. Important
but not Urgent
|
|
3. Not Important but are Urgent
|
4. Not
Important and Not Urgent
|
Quadrant 2 is like the ideal place to spend our time,
doing things that are important but not urgent. Here’s where priorities come
into play. The results for living Quadrant 2 are:
1. Control of your life
2. Balance
3. High Performance
So, in which 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. Spend more time planning and incorporating the most important
things first that matter most. Keep your eye on the prize and reach for it
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
SSS(Og Mandino
Student
Success Statement
“The only difference between those who have failed and those
who have succeeded lies in 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
I believe that
Mr. Mandino wants to say that when we have succeeded with good habits good
things will happen to us. But, when we do bad habits the bad things will happen
to us.
Habit 2
7 Habits
of Highly Successful Teens Habit 2
Habit 2: Being 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 eye on the prize.” Determine your desired
prize and don’t quit until you have realized the achievement of your prize.
Then set 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.
On Prize or goal you definitely need to establish for
yourself is the prize of an honorable graduation from high school-that will
receive your diploma honestly and integrity—that you earned it with perfect
honesty.
Monday, February 11, 2013
SSS(Elaine Maxwell)
Student
Success Statement
“Whether I fail or succeed shall be no
man’s doing but my own. I am the force.”
Elaine Maxwell
I believe
that Ms. Maxwell wants to say that it’s nobody’s fault that she fails or
succeeds in life but hers. It won’t be anybody’s fault that your failing or
succeeding in school it is all up to you
Habit 1 Be Proactive
7 Habits of
Highly Successful Teens 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 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 initiative.
Friday, February 8, 2013
7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens by Sean Covey
7
Habits of highly Successful Teens
By
Sean Covey
For teens is not a playground, it’s a jungle. And being the parent of
a teenager isn’t any walk in the park, either. In this book, the 7 Habits of
Highly Effective Teens, author Sean Covey attempts to provide “a compass to
help teens and their parents navigate the problems they encounter daily.”
How will they deal with peer pressure? Motivation? Success or lack
thereof? The life of a teenager is full of tough issues and life changing decisions.
As a parent, you are responsible to help them learn the principles and ethics
that will help them to reach their goals and live a successful life.
While it’s all well and good to tell kids how to live their lives, “teens
watch what you do more than they listen to what you say,” Covey says. So
practice what you preach. Your example can be very influential.
Covey himself has done well by following a parent’s example. His dad,
Stephen Covey, Wrote the book The 7 Habits of Highly Successful People,
which sold over 15 million copies. Sean’s a chip off the block, and no slacker.
His own book has rung in more than respectable 2 million copies sold. Here are
his seven habits, and some ideas for helping your teen understand and apply
them:
SSS(Anon)
Student Success Statement
“Keep your eyes on the prize”
Anon
I believe that
this person wants to say that when we are patient that we will get rewarded
with a prize.
10 Tips for Student Success
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 teacher during office
hours.
4. Use a daily Planner. Note the dates of exams, assignments,
team papers, etc.
5. Be organized. Prioritize your responsibilities. Manage your time.
Remember everyone has the same 168 hours a week, only some of us use them
better than other.
6. Know your campus. Visit your Academic’s Dean Office regularly. Become
familiar with services and programs offered by the Counseling Center, The
Freshman Center, the Career Center, the Campus Ministry Office and the Students
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 eye on the prize. Clarify your
goals. Know why you are in college in the first place. Visualize your success
on a daily basis
Thursday, February 7, 2013
7 Habits of Highly Successful Teens by Sean Covey
7
Habits of highly Successful Teens
By
Sean Covey
For teens is not a playground, it’s a jungle. And being the parent of
a teenager isn’t any walk in the park, either. In this book, the 7 Habits of
Highly Effective Teens, author Sean Covey attempts to provide “a compass to
help teens and their parents navigate the problems they encounter daily.”
How will they deal with peer pressure? Motivation? Success or lack
thereof? The life of a teenager is full of tough issues and life changing decisions.
As a parent, you are responsible to help them learn the principles and ethics
that will help them to reach their goals and live a successful life.
While it’s all well and good to tell kids how to live their lives, “teens
watch what you do more than they listen to what you say,” Covey says. So
practice what you preach. Your example can be very influential.
Covey himself has done well by following a parent’s example. His dad,
Stephen Covey, Wrote the book The 7 Habits of Highly Successful People,
which sold over 15 million copies. Sean’s a chip off the block, and no slacker.
His own book has rung in more than respectable 2 million copies sold. Here are
his seven habits, and some ideas for helping your teen understand and apply
them:
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Profile of a Successful Student Part 3
Profile of a Successful Student Part 3
…owns or has easy access to a computer with Internet
access and e-mail
You don’t have to be a computer expert to be successful
in online learning—but you must have access to a personal computer with
reliable Internet access, as well as a basic level of competency in using them.
Owning a computer with internet access from your home is ideal but many
students use the computer labs on campus or at their offices to complete their
work.
…has basic computer skills and is willing and open to
learning new ones
We said you don’t have to be a computer expert to be
successful in online learning. However, there are some basic technical skills
you should have mastered prior to enrolling in an online course.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Profile Of A Successful Student (Part 2)
Profile of a Successful Student Part 2
Work together. There are a number of ways that you can
ensure you get the most of your educational experience. First, participate
fully. Engage regularly in the discussions and be willing to share you
personal, professional and educational experiences. You can get to know your
classmates through the dialogue that is created in a course environment—sometimes
even better than in a face-to-face class. And the same goes for your
instructor. Be sure to contact your professor—especially if you are having
problems. He/she is still your instructor and will be there to guide and assist
you as needed.
Monday, February 4, 2013
SSS(Mr. Haymore)
Student
Success Statement
“It’s not
WHERE you live but HOW you live that counts. It’s not where you play the game
but HOW you play the game that counts”
Mr. Haymore
I believe
Mr. Haymore is trying to say that no matter how we live it won’t matter how
rich we are or how poor we are. And that it won’t matter how we play a game
unless we chose the right
Profile Of a Successful Student (Part 1)
Profile
of a Successful Student Part 1
A successful
students… …takes responsibility for his/her own learning Online learning
can be a powerful, stimulating, engaging experience for the students who can
work and think independently. However, since most—if not all—of the learning
takes place on our own time, you will not have the kind of direct supervision
you would in a classroom. Online learning therefore requires a significant
commitment from you. All education comes down to what you’re willing to invest
in the experience—this is particularly true in the online environment.
Commitment, self-discipline and self-motivation are all key qualities to ensure
success in an online course! …is comfortable and confident with written communication
Reading and writing are the basis of most online courses, so it’s critical that
you feel comfortable with this form of communication. While some courses
contain modules that include videos or other activates, all of them
require significant amounts of reading. And nearly all of your communication
with your classmates and your instructor will be writing. If these are weak
areas for you, you will want to address those issues prior to enrolling or
while enrolled in an online course. The PSU Writing Center is available to
assist you. …is writing to be a member of an online community.
Friday, February 1, 2013
Student Success Statement
Student Success Statement
“Goodness is the only investment that never fails.”
-Henry
David Thoreau
Mr. Thoreau is trying to tell us that if we do good we will
never fail at doing the right choices.
Successful Students (10)
Successful Students 10
10. Successful students are good time managers.
Successful students do not procrastinate. They have learned that time control
is life control and have consciously chosen to be in control of their life.
An element
truth: you will either control time or be controlled by it! It’s your choice:
you can lead or be led, establish control or relinquish control, steer your own
course or follow others. Failure to take control of the own time is probably
the no. 1 study skills problem for college students. It ultimately causes many
students to become non-students! Procrastinators are good excuse-makers. Don’t
make academics harder on yourself than it has to be. Stop procrastinating. And
don’t wait until tomorrow to do it!
The 10 items listed above are paraphrased from an
article by Larry M. Ludewig called Ten Commandments for Effective Study Skills
which appeared in The Teaching Professor, December 1992.
“Learning
Technologies and Online Education”
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