I saw the bus coming right as she walked across the street… Okay, that was just to hook you, but I promise that's pretty much my book in one sentence. I'm Gabriel Rhodes, and (until November 5, 2016) I am eleven years old. Just because of my age doesn't mean I don't have a lot of stories.…
In the beginning of high school, I couldn’t understand the importance of handling my responsibilities, especially when it came to my school work. I just couldn’t find the motivation to hand in stuff like homework on time. I actually started to do less and less each school year. I never try to fix my problem because there were never any consequences to it. I would pass all my classes with decent grades with no problems despite ignoring a lot of the work, but then I was called by my English teacher to stay after class.…
After completing my four years of high school, I have plenty of knowledge to share. Reflecting upon the years I have spent as an El Dorado High School student I thought I could offer you some advice so you can make your four years here as painless and smooth as possible. I know you have watched me late at night struggle to finish typing out the last words of an eleven page lab report and dreaded entering into the next phase of schooling; however, I hope this letter will help alleviate some of that stress and make you laugh a little, too. In High School everyone's true colors come to light and everyone grows and changes, sometimes not in a good way.…
High school is the transition between middle school and college, thus it is a significant point in a student's’ academic career. It is a time where students have to use more effort and new habits are set, so skills like organization will be crucial in college. Looking back, I can reflect on my high school years and conclude there are various things one should yield for consideration. Therefore, there are a few recommendations that I can suggest to someone starting their high school career. Middle school was the time of one’s educational career where homework was a heavy influence on grades.…
In the eighth grade I joined the cross country team. I have always enjoyed running, before joining the cross country team I ran in track and field the previous year. The first half of the season was one of the most challenging things I have ever done. The reason that the beginning of the season was so difficult for me is due to the fact that I was very out of shape.…
During my first years as a high school student, I usually procrastinate on my assignments because I couldn’t balance the workload between my most challenging classes, which was my Honors English class and my AP European class. As a result, I end up having to choose between them as to what assignment I have enough time to do. That school year was one of the hardest for me. I was able to stay on track and handle my workload by writing down everything I had to do. To-do lists were very helpful for me…
Though I am not even half way through my high school career, I feel as if I can still be a help to those who are just beginning. High school is probably the most important part of your life that you are responsible for in our teenage years, so it is important not to mess it up. There are a few concepts that I have figured out by myself that I wished someone would have told me. Those of which include never procrastinate, think about your future, learn how to manage your time, and do not settle for less than your best. My first recommendation is that you don’t procrastinate.…
College Success Skills #2 At the beginning of this semester, my main goal was to work on my habit of procrastination. I wanted to manage my time better with the use of a planner and make myself sit down and do my homework or study ahead of time so that I wouldn’t be as stressed out and could have time to have fun with friends without worrying about an assignment or test. At first I was doing an okay job, but soon I found myself falling back into my old habits.…
I hold off until the assignments are due rather than work ahead. I am a busy girl and have a lot going on. I am always finding myself torn between homework and work. But this is a no-brainer. Instead of waiting until the night before, I can work on my writing pieces two-three days before the due date.…
I could actually have a life then instead of doing homework all day. I could participate in extracurricular activities like I used to when I participated in lacrosse, but now I can’t because my grades are slipping due to not finishing homework! I could do fun things instead of homework because it keeps me cooped up inside like a prisoner in a penitentiary cell and I hate it (“Too Much Homework, Too Little Time”, pg. 2)!” In conclusion, there are many reasons why students do not…
“Characteristics of a Successful Online Student” As students, young and old decide to go back to college the dilemma is their faced with is do we use a classroom setting or do we go online? Back in the day learning was convenient and comfortable, but that was over twenty years ago, when I was in school. Being a single mother and just trying to manage going to work every day was a struggle for me, I couldn’t imagine going to college just seemed like a dream. When considering to further your education, whether it be at a school or online can be challenging. I had to think to myself, do I want to be on a campus for school or can I reach my education goals online.…
I. INTRO A. ATTENTION GETTER-(Walk out of class and come back in with the phone, then set it down and pick up the papers) Oh my god, I forgot I had homework! (Sets it back down) Well I’ll do it tomorrow! ( Turns off lights and writes on the chalkboard,” 7 days later…” and walks to grab paper)…
In my first year high school, I thought I was going to fail. For a while, I was thinking of failing and dropping out of school to find a job. At that time, it sounded like a good idea, During the summer after freshman year, I was having fun and enjoying my time, This was a chance to my mind, without the demands of school. Entering my sophomore year, I felt scared like i wasn't going to make it like i was going to fail, I didn't have an idea on what I wanted to do with myself.…
In my first semester here at High Point University I have learned a few lessons in The President’s Seminar that will help me throughout the rest of my life. In all of those lessons that were given the two that stuck with me; how to create an effective presentation and how to manage my time. While attending these lessons I have learned ways to make my life more successful. I believe that these lessons will stick with me and help me in my future jobs. When you are giving a presentation you must have confidence and you shouldn’t be scared or be embarrassed to be in front of people.…
Poor Time Management Once you enter college you will realize that you have a lot of time on your hands. This is a good thing, as it gives you the opportunity to get a job, to be more social, and gives you more time on your hobby. However, if you don’t learn how to manage your time, it can be adverse. Poor time management can lead to bad habits such as procrastination or a bad sleeping schedule.…