Post on 16-Jan-2015
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Freshman Success
Getting the most out of high school
Freshman Year
Adjust to High School
Focus on classesGet used to the workload and new schoolMake new friends
Experience New Things
Take classes that are outside of your comfort zone
Explore art, computers, music and find what interests you most
Join different clubs and try a sport
Get Ahead
Take classes that challenge youDon’t overwork yourself
Focus on learningMake the most of your resourcesAsk for help
Time Management
Balancing It Out
Classes, sports, clubs, volunteering, friends, family, workAll of these are important for the high school experienceIf you take on too much you may fall behindLeave time for work and funBoth are equally importantMake sure you are on time and prepared for classes and activities
Plan Ahead
Keep a schedule or calendarDon’t procrastinate (too much)Do things in order of importanceLeave time for studyingMake sure you sleep and eatenoughNEVER FORGET TO DO AN ASSIGNMENT
People
Staff Relations
Be chill with your teachersEven the substitutes
Being hardworking and respectful impresses teachers
They will know you are serious and can help you out laterCollege recommendations, job applications, summer opportunities can be filled out by teachers
Coaches also respect hard work on the field and in the classroomGive respect to earn respect
Guidance
Guidance counselors are here to help youCollege planningPersonal issuesScheduling classesGetting help in classesOrganization
They are your friends
Ask For Help
Struggling in a class? Get helpDon’t be afraid to ask, everyone gets stuckWho to ask:
Teachers – most teachers will work to schedule one-on-one tutoringClassmates – if you don’t get it ask a friendUpperclassmen – they’ve been through it and can helpGuidance counselorsFamily
Extracurriculars
CATA offers a wide variety of clubs and sportsJoining them is easyIf you do join, make sure you are committed
Don’t stop showing up to meetings, it’s a waste of time
Sign ups are early in the year, so pay attention to the announcementsDon’t be afraid to try new things, you will always be welcomeThey are important, but don’t get overwhelmed
Volunteerism
Volunteering is not only good for personal experience, but it also helps for college applicationsLots of clubs offer opportunities to help the community and get service hoursAlso, look out for opportunities on your own
Rules
Refer to the student handbook for questions regarding rulesDress code is strictly enforced, but the code itself is rather lenientMake sure you are clear on individual teachers policiesIts not hard to follow the rules
Questions?