10TH GRADE AVID CLASS!

A few words of wisdom!

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These are a NO NO!

Prep for the SAT’s and ACT’s

Start early PW courses Take Avid Prep seriously Acquire an SAT book Practice everyday

Get involved in school activities

Steering Committee ADL Medical Club DECA Sports Cancer Awareness

Challenge yourself

Take harder courses Take classes that pertain to what you

want to do Steer away from “fluff” classes

S.L.A.N.T.

S.L.A.N.T

Snap Chat Lean back Ask to go to the bathroom Nap Text

S.L.A.N.T

Sit up front Lean forward Ask questions Nod your head Talk to teachers

Thing to remember in the classroom

Participate Take notes Prioritize your work Respect your teacher and classmates Study You earn the grade you get Don’t leave the class to socialize

Ask around about classes

Seek Help

Stay after for help Don’t be afraid to ask questions I block Math help Writing center Build relationships with teachers

Time Management

If you say your going to do something, set your mind to do it

Be honest with yourself and your peers Don’t be afraid to talk to your teachers,

because they are understanding (make sure it’s before your assignment is due)

Prepare for junior year

Don’t stress! Time management The earlier the better