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MAKE A LIST

On one side of the index card:

What are your strengths as a student?

On the other side of the index card:

What could you do to become a better student?

ORGANIZATIONAL SYSTEM-7TH GRADE TOOL KIT

Being organized is key!

•Set up a homework and study system•Come to class prepared• arrive on time• have the proper supplies needed for each class

•Utilize resources available such as the media center, technology, extra help

BE INVOLVED IN THE WHOLE SCHOOL!

This is YOUR school! Make the most out of it!

OPTIONS FOR YOUR TOOL KIT FOR SUCCESS Make sure you stay organized

Create a system that works for you

Use a system that will work with your style and your schedule

Depending on each class requirement, will depend on which organizational system will work best

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE PROPER SUPPLIES

Individual binders for each class

• include filler paper for note taking, folder for handouts, and dividers for sections such as current unit, notes, handouts, references

If you decide to house multiple subjects in one binder, make sure it is big enough and do not include more than 3 subjects per binder

Make sure you have plenty of pencils, pens (at least two different colors), and a highlighter

Post-it notes and index cards are also helpful with reading activities and study strategies

HOMEWORK AND STUDY SYSTEM

Use the teacher website to keep up to date on assignments, key due dates, homework, and other information such as changes, class notes, study materials, and to access key resources

Use a daily planner, your AGENDA PAD, to record important information such as quiz, test, and project dates, as well as your daily homework information (as a reminder)

Use a monthly desk calendar (medium to large) at home to map out your weekly study and project plans for all classes. This calendar will allow you to map out each week so that you can prioritize your work load

HOMEWORK AND STUDY CHECKLISTDaily Homework Checklist: Check all assignments

written in the agenda pad as a checklist of things to do and check Teacher on-line pages

Weekly Study Checklist: In addition to HW time, review for each subject at least 3 nights a week and 1 weekend, and report to Extra Help or Review Sessions

Use a study strategy: Your daily homework will help you “study” but you should include another strategy as well

REVIEW YOUR TEST RESULTS. Use a guide to help you assess what went right or wrong in studying and/or taking the test. Preparation and reflection is key!

TO STAY ORGANIZED:

Do biweekly binder clean outs, BUT DON’T THROW EVERYTHING AWAY!

Create a file system at home for all your subjects. Every two weeks, go through your binder to reorganize it. You want to have a file system at home to house your “old” materials and notes as you finish lessons and units for each class

Do monthly locker clean outs! It is not only important to keep your “home”work and study preparation in order, but it is also important to keep your locker organized too! This will help avoid losing your homework in the locker!