• HIGH SCHOOL TIPS FOR SUCCESS

    1. Set goals. Make a promise to yourself. Set goals and work toward them right from the start. Your grades are an important part of your high school career. Colleges will check your grades (including freshman year) as part of the college admissions process. Employers often call to ask about your grades as well.


    2. Get to know your teachers. Pay attention to your teachers, especially on the first day of school. They will give you a course outline and some important information about class expectations.

    3. Ask for periodic updates of your grade. Ask your teachers how you are doing and suggestions for improvement.

    4. School Counselor Support. Get to know your high school school counselor. Students whose last names begin with A-K have Ms. Green and those with L-Z have Mrs. Burmingham.  Our goal is to provide a friendly and helpful counseling office environment. Make an appointment to speak with your school counselor if you have personal/social issues, need academic advisement or have questions about career and college planning.

    5. Take Control of your High School Program. Make sure you understand your graduation requirements. Your school counselors will cover the requirements during orientation and each time you schedule for classes. There is also an on-line link to your graduation requirements. Understand your Grade Point Average (GPA), class rank, and keep track of your high school credits.

    6. Ask for Help. If you are having trouble in school ask your teachers for help. Use activity period to get extra help. Use your study halls wisely to do your homework and study for tests.

    7. Start Planning for your future. Beginning with your freshman year you should start setting some goals for after you graduate. You don't need to have a specific career in mind, but start thinking about what you would like to do with your life. Go to the guidance office to get information on careers and colleges that may make your decision easier. Use the career and college websites that are available to use at home or in the library."Choices" is a free career-planning program you can use in school.

    · www.petersons.com

    · www.nycolleges.com

    8. Smile! Even if you are terrified inside, smile. Keep an optimistic attitude. Find out what other students are doing to be successful.

    Good Luck!

    Ms. Green & Mrs. Burmingham