Clovis East Area SART Meeting
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Clovis East Area
SART Meeting
MARCH 4, 2014
What to expect at Reyburn Intermediate
New Teachers and Classmates – it’s a different larger
school and it means new teachers and opportunity to
make new friends.
New Adjustments – dressing out for PE, changing
classes, five teachers.
Extracurricular Activities and Athletic Programs – more
choices for students
Greater Academic Pressure – classes are more difficult,
more homework, expectation to do more on their own
How to Get Good Grades
Be Organized
use a student planner
Have a separate folder for each class
Phone numbers of classmates in case there are questions
Keep backpack nea
Have everything organized before going to bed
How to Get Good Grades
Time Management
use any extra time in school to get started on homework
Have a regular time to study (expect 2 hours a night)
Break large assignments into smaller parts
How to Get Good Grades
Study Smart
Have a good place to study
Organize your study time
Large assignments into smaller ones
Allow more time for homework than you think you’ll
need (2 hours)
Know how to use a computer (research & write papers).
Use tricks to help you memorize things (acronyms)
Know what material will be covered on a test.
How to Get Good Grades
Take Good Notes
As you listen, think about what is being said
Write down key words, important names, dates, and facts
(Cornell Notes).
Take notes that are easy to read.
If your absent, get notes from a classmate or teacher
How to Get Good Grades
Be Successful in the Classroom
Learn teachers class rules and expectations
Be in school, on time, every day
Have everything you need when you get to class
Always complete homework
Participate in class
Treat others with respect and courtesy
Don’t leave class with unanswered questions
Turn in work that is neat and easy to read
Goal Setting
Set short and long term goals
Set goals that are Specific, Measurable, and Realistic.
Set both School and Personal Goals
Write the goals down
Get Involved
At school
Clubs
Leadership
try new things
meet new people
In your community
volunteer work
Big Brothers / Big Sisters
Find something you enjoy, is important, and worthwhile