Basics
What you do outside of school counts
High School Planning
Tips
100
English or literature classes will strengthen your reading, writing and speaking skills. How many years of English classes should you take in high school?
What is 4
100
Look up words you don’t know in the _________. Then use your new words in writing and talking.
What is dictionary
100
A course that must be taken before you enroll in another related course.
What is pre-requisite
100
You will need to record important information during classes in high school and college. Learn to do this…
What is take good notes
200
Your understanding of the world can be improved by knowing another language. How many years of a foreign language study do some colleges expect?
What is 2
200
Develop good ______ now that will help you succeed in high school, in education after high school, and in the world of work.
What is study habits
200
A rating which compares your cumulative grade point average to other members of your class. It is often used as a basis for college admission and scholarship determination.
What is class rank
200
Teachers often use class discussions to teach certain material. You will get more out of class discussion if you…
What is join in class discussion
300
Social Studies courses help you get a good understanding of American history and government. How many years of study are required by many colleges and universities?
What is 3
300
Plan a daily _____________ and stick to it. Do more than is required.
What is homework schedule
300
A course you may choose to enroll in, but is not required.
What is an elective
300
It is important that you ______ so you can type your own schoolwork and use a computer.
What is learn keyboarding skills
400
Science is VERY important. How many courses should you schedule in this area?
What is 2 – 3 Including at least one laboratory course
400
Read __________ and talk with family & friends about you read.
What are newspapers and magazines
400
This is granted upon successful completion of a class. Schools establish how many of these are required for graduation.
What is unit of credit
400
When you have a choice in where you sit in a class SIT HERE…
What is the front of the class or T-Zone
500
Mathematics courses are very important as you prepare for the careers of the future. How many years of high school math are necessary for many occupations?
What is 3 - 4 Including Algebra and Geometry
500
Talk to your family about __________ and what you want to do in the future.
What is careers
500
True or False College admission requirements are the same as your high school graduation requirements?
What is False
500
If you don’t understand something, chances are others in the class don’t understand either. You should…
What is ask a question
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