High school basics
what's one major difference between middle school and high school
Students typically have more responsibility for managing their schedule, assignments, grades, and choices.
What skill helps you decide when and how you will complete your assignments?
Time management.
What document keeps a record of the courses and grades you earn in high school?
Transcript
What does AP stand for?
Advanced Placement.
Name one example of an extracurricular activity.
Sports, clubs, student organizations, etc.
An official record of a student's high-school courses and academic performance.
What should you do if you don't understand something in class?
Ask for help from a teacher, counselor, tutor, classmate, or another appropriate resource.
True or False: The courses you take in high school can be connected to your future college and career plans.
TRUE
What is dual enrollment/dual credit?
A program in which eligible high-school students take college-level coursework and may earn both high-school and college credit.
What is one reason a student might participate in a CTE student organization?
Leadership, career exploration, skill development, networking, competition, or extended learning.
Why is attendance important for high-school success?
Missing class can cause students to miss instruction, assignments, assessments, and opportunities to learn.
Which is the best example of a specific goal?
A. "I want better grades."
B. "I will turn in all of my assignments on time this week."
C. "I want to be successful."
B
What does course rigor generally refer to?
The level of challenge/difficulty of the courses a student takes.
Name one way a student may potentially earn college credit while in high school.
AP exams, dual credit courses
True or False: Activities outside the classroom can help students explore interests and develop skills.
TRUE
Name three things a student should consider when planning for high school.
courses, graduation requirements, interests, career goals, activities, workload, academic strengths, and support resources.
Name four habits that can help a student succeed in high school.
Organization, Time management, Studying, Attendance, Asking for help, Goal setting, Completing assignments, Reading, Note-taking, Communication
Why might a student want to think carefully about high-school course selection?
Course choices can affect academic preparation, career exploration, college opportunities, and future options.
True or False: If you earn college credit in high school, every college will automatically accept it.
FALSE
A student is interested in becoming a nurse. Name two activities or experiences that could help them explore that interest.
Health science CTE courses, Health-related clubs, Volunteering, Job shadowing, Career fairs, Healthcare-related experiences
A student says, "I'll worry about high school when I get there." What is one reason this might not be the best strategy?
Planning ahead can help students understand course choices, expectations, opportunities, and habits they need to develop.
A student has a 90-minute homework assignment but waits until 9:30 p.m. to begin it. What skill could help prevent this problem?
Time management/planning.
A student's transcript shows that their grades improved significantly from freshman year to junior year. What might this demonstrate?
Academic growth/progress and improved performance over time.
A student wants to take a dual-credit course. Name three things the student should investigate before enrolling.
Eligibility requirements, Course requirements, Cost, Workload, College-credit policies, Whether a future college will accept the credit, How it fits their high-school schedule, Career/academic goals
A student joins five clubs but never participates meaningfully in any of them. Another student participates deeply in two activities and develops leadership skills. What should students learn from this example?
The quality and meaningfulness of experiences can matter; students should choose opportunities that connect with their interests, goals, and development.