Organization / prioritize
Define prioritization
The order for dealing with a series of items or tasks according to their importance.
Define ACT
The ACT is a test used for college admissions in the United States.
What is the full definition of your Grade Point Average? (GPA)
GPA measures what you did over the course of your high school courses.
A college for which you already meet the requirements or exceed them.
Safety Universities
When is your RTTC homework #2 packet due?
B-day: Wednesday, Sep 10th
Why is it important to manage your time? (2 reasons)
Enhance Productivity and reduce stress
The desire to experience immediate satisfaction without waiting.
Instant Gratification
If you earn a certain score on this, you can receive college credit.
A. GPA
B. AP Classes
C. ACT
(B) AP Classes
Colleges which you would need to stretch to reach their admission.
Reach
Which of the following goals could be considered a SMART goal?
A. My goal is to pass the AP human geography exam at the end of the year.
B. By March 2026, I will be selected to play varsity soccer.
C. I will save up $500 by the end of the year.
D. By the end of April, I will understand the key concepts of AP Human Geography by studying my notes 20 minutes after school so I can earn a 3 or higher on the exam.
D. By the end of April, I will understand the key concepts of AP Human Geography by studying my notes 20 minutes after school so I can earn a 3 or higher on the exam.
The definition of _____________ is: to use one’s time effectively or productively.
Time-Management
What is the definition of extracurricular activities?
You can earn college credit and become an AP scholar if you earn what score on your AP exam?
3 or higher (3,4,5)
Explain Target Universities
Colleges which are within a reasonable range (+ 1-2 points above your current ACT score)
Why are structured notes important?
Helps you study for upcoming exams.
Helps you focus in the class.
Helps you stay organize.
How can you stay organize / prioritize your time this year? (show 3 examples)
- Create a to-do list.
- Use daily schedule template.
- color coordinate your folders/binders
- organize your space.
- Prioritize my chores/tasks/homework assignments based on importance.
Delayed Gratification
Taking the time to receive the best reward.
Demonstrate the grit and effort you put throughout your years of high school.
If I earned a 3.40 as a GPA and scored a 22 on my ACT, which would be my safety school?
A. Dartmouth University - GPA: 4.0 ACT: 34
B. Prairie View A&M University - GPA: 3.25 ACT: 20
C. Texas State University - GPA: 3.54 ACT: 25
D. Southwestern University - GPA: 3.63 ACT: 28
B. Prairie View A&M University - GPA: 3.25 ACT: 20
True or False: Writing notes during class slows you down.
FALSE
All of the following are examples of prioritizing except...
A. Melissa uses her planner daily to organize all her tasks according to importance.
B. Melissa begins studying her notes the night before her exam.
C. Melissa finish her homework and tasks first before she starts watching TV.
D. Melissa reviews upcoming due dates to know which assignments she should do first.
B. Melissa begins studying her notes the night before her exam.
SMART goals are:
S:
M:
A:
R:
T:
S:Specific
M:Measurable
A:Attainable
R:Relevant
T:Time-Based
Certain ACT scores can qualify additional scholarship opportunities.
More selective colleges look for higher GPA.
A higher score makes you seem more competitive
If I earned a 3.40 as a GPA and scored a 22 on my ACT, which would be my target school?
A. Dartmouth University - GPA: 4.0 ACT: 34
B. Prairie View A&M University - GPA: 3.25 ACT: 20
C. Texas State University - GPA: 3.54 ACT: 25
D. Southwestern University - GPA: 3.63 ACT: 28
C. Texas State University - GPA: 3.54 ACT: 25
Benefits of extracurricular activities in High School for college admission? (provide ALL 3 reasons)
Shows you're motivated and have time management skills.
It demonstrates what you are interested in and/or passionate about.
The ability to commit to an organization, group, or team.