Attendance
What is the amount of unexcused absences in any class during a YEAR that a student is allowed to have?
30
a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an upcoming event or something with an uncertain outcome.
What is anxiety
What is the top reason student's fail out of school?
School costs too much Needed to get a full time job Family issues Too much stress Not sure of major No need to complete a full degree Unprepared for the work load Personal emergency Too much fun outside of class Lack of advising
Identify at least three ways to know if you are ready for college.
I want to go to college. I have the grades to get accepted into college I have the fiances in place to attend college I am able to handle my problems with little help from my parents. I can mange my time I know how and when to seek help. I know there are consequences to my actions.
Who do you talk to if you are stressed at College?
College Counselor
At 10 days and 15 days of unexcused absences, a student will receive ?????
A warning letter.
a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances
What is stress
What are the top three reasons college students seek counseling?
Anxiety is the top presenting concern among college students (41.6 percent), followed by depression (36.4 percent) and relationship problems (35.8 percent). On average, 24.5 percent of clients were taking psychotropic medications. (apa.org)
When can a student begin his/her FAFSA application for college?
Oct. 1 is the first day you can file the FAFSA.
Who do you talk to if you can not get a assignment in on time?
Professor/teacher
What is the total number of absences a student can accumulate in a course within a full school year?
30
What Are The Three Biggest Problems On College Campuses?
cost of education, stress, and alcohol abuse (businessinsider.com)
What are three characteristics of a successful college student ?
responsible organized punctual
What office do you go to if you have questions about your money.
Bursar's Office/ Financial Aid
What is the final grade that a student will receive if they have more than 30 absences in a class for the year?
F
Tom is the oldest of three siblings. His mother is unemployed an unable to work. Tom helped take care of siblings by working a partime job. Tom was accepted to a school in California. What are some thoughts/ feelings/ emotions that Tom may experience in his decision to attend college and leave his family? ( name at least three)
guilt, stress, anxiety, relieved, sadness I cant wait to leave I dont want to leave
What percentage of college students have reported having suicidal thoughts?
Approximately 55% (abcnews.com)
Provide four reasons students flunk out of college
grades finances home sick pregnant family issues
Who do you contact if you are having a serious problem at school that you can not resolve/ handle on your own.
Parents/ Trusted Adult
If a student wants to appeal a grade due to absences who do they need to talk to?
Principal/ Ms. Bright
What is a feeling of worry or unhappiness that you have because you have done something wrong
Guilt
True or False? Marijuana use is lower for full-time college students vs non attending peers.
False, its the same. (drugabuse.gov)
What are three challenges that parents face when there child goes away to college?
Feeling a void Feeling left out Relinquishing control
If you do not know what classes you need to take who should you talk to?
Counselor