Math/Science Technology
High School University
Communications
Visual Arts
Performing Arts

Manual Majors A-G
Manual Majors H-O
Manual Majors P- Z
YPAS Majors A -Z
Mrs. Johnston
Ms. Teague
Mrs. Medley
Mr. Robinson
Education is a Journey and YOU Determine
Your Destination – Counselors Can Help
You Plan for the Journey Ahead!

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National College Fair
Cincinnati Duke Energy Center
Perf. & VA College Fair
Univ. of Cincinnati Tangeman Center
Oct. 3, 2010
Oct. 12, 2010
PSAT/NMSQT Test
Administered to all Juniors at Manual H.S.
Oct. 13, 2010
UPS College Career Expo Oct. 17, 2010
Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Governor’s Scholars Program Mid Nov.
Governor’s School for the Arts Dec.
KHEAA - FAFSA Workshop Dec. 1, 2010
Manual High School Auditorium
7:00 - 9:00 pm.
ACT Test March 15, 2011

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PSAT/NMSQT stands for Preliminary
SAT/National Merit Scholarship
Qualifying Test.
It’s a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT
Reasoning Test.
 It also gives you a chance to enter
National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Scholarship Programs.

 Critical reading skills
 Math problem solving skills
 Writing skills
 You have developed these skills over many years, both in and out of school.
 This test does not require you to recall specific facts from your classes.

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To receive feedback on your strengths and weaknesses on skills necessary for college study.
You can then focus your preparation on those areas that could most benefit from additional study or practice.
To see how your performance on an admissions test might compare with that of others applying to college.
To enter the competition for scholarships from the
National Merit Scholarship corporation (grade 11).
To help prepare for the SAT. You can become familiar with the kinds of questions and the exact directions you will see on the SAT.
To receive information from colleges when you check
“yes” to Student Search Services.

 Most competitive colleges will require an SAT Reasoning test (east and west coast states) or ACT test with Writing
(mid-west and southern states)
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SAT Reasoning = ACT with Writing
Take test prep courses – many are online and free!
 Take advantage of the Test Prep
Courses Offered at Manual.

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The ACT consists of four multiple choice tests in
English, Mathematics,
Reading, and Science
The English Test measures standard written English and
Rhetorical Skills
The Math Test measures mathematical skills students have typically acquired in courses taken up to the beginning of Grade 12
The Reading Test measures
Reading Comprehension
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The Science Test measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in the natural sciences
The Optional Writing Test measures writing skills emphasized in high school
English classes and in entrylevel composition courses.
All together, the test predicts college readiness in the areas evaluated and sets benchmark scores for college success

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A benchmark score is the minimum score needed on an ACT subject area test to indicate a 50% chance of obtaining a B or higher, or, a 75% chance of obtaining a C or higher in the corresponding credit bearing college course.
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College English Composition
College Algebra
College Social Sciences
College Biology
 Overall College Readiness
18 on ACT English Test
22 on ACT Math Test
21 on ACT Reading Test
24 on ACT Science Test
21 on ACT Composite Score
These are the minimum scores you need to indicate to the average college you are ready for postsecondary work - More competitive colleges will require higher scores

ACT National Dates
 October 23, 2010
 December 11, 2010
 February 12, 2010
 March 15, 2011
(National School Based Test Date)
 April 9, 2011
 June 11, 2011
SAT National Dates
 October 9, 2010
 November 6, 2010
 December 4, 2010
 January 22, 2011
 March 12, 2011
 May 7, 2011
 June 4, 2011

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ACT
Content based - core curriculum knowledge
Includes science reasoning
Math includes trigonometry
No guessing penalty
Tests grammar
Scored on a scale of
1-36
1 composite score, 4 subject scores, plus 7 subscores
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SAT
Tests critical thinking and problem solving
Tests vocabulary much more
Not entirely multiple choice
Includes a guessing penalty
Does not test grammar
Scored on a scale of
200-800 and has seven sections - 3 math, 3 verbal, plus an experimental section

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Five week summer program held at Bellarmine
University, Centre College, and Morehead State
University
Participants live in college dormitories
Students are immersed in an academic schedule of the sciences, mathematics, humanities, and the arts that includes 25 subjects ranging from physical science to cultural anthropology
Noted scientists, writers, thinkers, and business, government, and educational leaders visit, speak, and serve as role models while interacting with students in class and on weekend enrichment activities
Student productions, publications, experiments, and field trips enhance the curriculum

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Applications are scored in four sections:
Academic Achievement
Student Profile
Essay
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Students must be nominated by their school district to apply
Students must have taken the ACT, PSAT, or SAT in the 9th, 10th, or 11th grades
Applications are available in the guidance office in mid-November
Participants are eligible for special scholarships offered by Kentucky Colleges and Universities

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For students interested in the GSP program there will be a before school meeting on
Tuesday September 28 th and Wednesday
September 29 th with Mrs. Medley
The meeting begins at 7:30 AM
At the meeting you will receive instructions and a timeline for applying to the GSP program
If you cannot make the meeting you can still see Mrs. Medley during your study skills class next week

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For rising juniors and seniors
Three week summer program at Transylvania
University in Lexington
You must submit a resume and prepare an audition,
DVD, script, or portfolio of your work
Prestigious addition to your resume
GSA Scholarships to
Kentucky Colleges
Applications are due in
December
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Nine artistic disciplines including:
Architecture
Creative Writing
Dance
Drama
Instrumental Music
Musical Theater
New Media
Visual Art
Vocal Music
Auditions are in February and March

November 20 (Louisville), 13 (Lexington), 2010
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Architecture - bring 2-3 samples of your work in any media
Creative Writing - bring your ideas, writing samples, pencil and paper
Dance - you will participate in a ballet/modern master class so dress appropriately
Drama - prepare a two-minute monologue and participate in an improvisation workshop
Instrumental Music - bring your instrument and a solo piece to work on - be prepared to perform (including scales) in front of other participants
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Musical Theater - bring two theatrical songs of contrasting style
(one up-tempo and one ballad) plus a two minute monologue
New Media - bring pen/pencil and paper, digital camera, video camera, laptops, and samples of your work in any media including work on a flash drive or CD
Visual Art - bring 2-3 samples of your work in any media and be dressed to do hands-on work in paint, clay, and charcoal
Vocal Music - perform a prepared memorized solo you would like to work on and bring music for your piano accompaniment

 Applications become available online at
Mid Oct.
www.kentuckygsa.com/students/default.aspx
 Application deadline Dec. 31, 2010
 Audition Dates for
Transylvania Univ. March 11, 12, 2011
Louisville March 25, 26, 2011

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4 years of English (English 1,2,3,4)
4 years of Math (Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry plus 1 more advanced)
3 years of Science (life, physical, earth/space, include at least one laboratory class)
3 years of Social Studies (World Civilizations, U.S. History, plus one of economics, government, geography, civics, or SSS)
.5 years of Health
.5 years of PE (or 1 year of Fundamentals of Dance)
1 year of Humanities (Adv. Humanities or HAVPA or specialization in the arts)
2-3 years of the same Foreign Language
4-5 years of Electives
TOTAL OF 23 CREDITS!

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For those students who have tested into the Advanced Program
– 12 credits must be earned in Advanced Program classes in at least 3 of the following areas: English, Math, Science, Social
Studies, Foreign Language.
All Advanced Program courses have a 9 in the next to last digit of the course number or are labeled Advanced Placement.
Students are required to take at least 3 advanced program classes each semester.
Advanced Humanities is also required or specialization in the arts
A Cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to stay in the program.
Students must also take three years of the same Foreign
Language

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Unique to State of Kentucky.
Recognizes superior academics and superior drive to accomplish consistent, outstanding academic production.
Successful completion of 22 credits required for high school graduation
Successful completion of 22 credits in pre-college curriculum
Successful completion of at least 4 Advanced Placement
Courses as described in the Advanced Placement Program
Course Description Booklet of the College Examination Board.
AP Courses must include one in English , one in Science or
Math , one in a Foreign Language , and one additional course .
Successful completion of 3 AP exams in the subject areas of completed AP courses.

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Must meet the minimum requirements of the
Kentucky Department of Education program of studies which is 22 credits.
Score apprentice, proficient, or distinguished in reading on CATS assessment.
Score apprentice, proficient, or distinguished in math on CATS assessment.
Score apprentice, proficient, or distinguished on writing portfolio on CATS assessment.
Your ILP must be 100% complete each year you are in high school.

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Amount of Education Earnings
Unemployment Rate
High School-No Diploma $17,077 11.4%
High School Graduate $25,288 6.3%
Some College
Associate’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
Doctoral Degree
Professional Degree
$28,625
$30,047
$40,925
$48,642
$66,032
$83,649
5.4%
3.4%
2.1%
1.8%
1.5%
1.3%
2008 median earnings of people in Kentucky over age 25, both sexes, with a full time job - U.S. Census Bureau

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Academic Rigor, Talent, and/or Mastery of Skills
Cumulative GPA
Grades in college
Advanced Placement courses
Grades in college prep courses
Grades in all subjects
ACT & SAT test scores
Class rank (JCPS does not rank)
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Essay or writing samples
Honors, Awards, etc.
Counselor recommendations
Teacher recommendations
Interview (if required)
Community Service
Work and extracurricular activities

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Identify what you like to do - How do you want to spend the rest of your life?
Will you be happy with the financial resources available to you as a result of that career choice?
Gather as much information as you can from informal visits to colleges and attending college fairs.
Search college websites for minimum GPA and test score requirements.
Refine what your possible college major may be and explore colleges strong in that area.
What careers are available to people with a degree in your chosen field?
Identify at least 10 Colleges/Universities you are interested in and spend this year researching everything you can about those colleges.

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Home Health Aides
Network Systems & Date
Communication Analysis
Medical Assistants
Physician Assistants
Computer Software Engineers,
Applications
Physical Therapist Assistants
Dental Hygienists
Computer Software Engineers,
Systems Administrators
Dental Assistants
Personal and Home Care Aides
Network and Computer Systems
Administrators
Database Administrators
Physical Therapists
Forensic Science Technicians
Veterinary Technologists and
Technicians
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Physical Therapist Aides
Occupational Therapist Assistants
Medical Scientists
Occupational Therapists
Preschool Teachers
Cardiovascular Technologists and
Technicians
Postsecondary Teachers
Hydrologists
Computer Systems Analysts
Hazardous Materials Removal
Workers
Biomedical Engineers
Employment, Recruitment, and
Placement Specialists
Environmental Engineers
Paralegals and Legal Assistants

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More than 3,000 in the U.S.
Come in various shapes and sizes
Major Research Universities
Comprehensive Universities
Small Liberal Arts Colleges
Faith Related Colleges
Specialized Colleges for Arts and
Technology
Cost ranges up to $40,000 - $50,000 per year for tuition and fees alone

 In-state institutions are subsidized by taxes collected by state government offering lower tuition rates to residents of that state
 Out-of-State institutions will require you to pay higher tuition rates because your parents did not pay the other state’s taxes - tuition rates are sometimes more than double what you pay for your own in-state institutions

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Eastern Kentucky University - Richmond
Kentucky State University - Frankfort
Morehead State University - Morehead
Murray State University - Murray
Northern Kentucky University - Highland
Heights
University of Kentucky - Lexington
University of Louisville - Louisville
Western Kentucky University - Bowling Green

Kentucky Colleges – Four Year Private
Nonprofit Colleges and Universities
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Alice Lloyd College
Asbury College
Bellarmine University
Berea College
Brescia College
Campbellsville Univ.
Centre College
Embry-Riddle Univ.
Georgetown Univ.
Indiana Wesleyan Univ.
Kentucky Christian Univ.
Kentucky Mountain Bible
College
Kentucky Wesleyan College
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Lincoln Memorial Univ.
Lindsey Wilson College
McKendree College
Mid-Continent Univ.
Midway College
Northwood University
Pikeville College
St. Catherine College
Spalding University
Thomas More College
Transylvania University
Union College
University of the Cumberlands

 Sullivan University

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Ashland Community/Technical
College
Big Sandy Community/Technical
College
Bluegrass Community/Technical
College
Bowling Green Technical College
Elizabethtown Community/Technical
College
Gateway Community/Technical
College
Hazard Community/Technical
College
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Henderson Community College
Hopkinsville Community College
Jefferson Community/Technical
College
Madisonville Community
College
Maysville Community/Technical
College
Owensboro
Community/Technical College
Somerset Community College
Southeast Community/Technical
College
West Kentucky
Community/Technical College

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Beckfield College
Brown Mackie College
Daymar College
Draughons Junior College
Galen College of Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
Louisville Technical Institute
National College
Paducah Technical College
Southwestern College of Business
Spencerian College

 Elizabethtown Beauty School
 The Hair Design School of Florence
 The Hair Design School of Louisville
 The Hair Design School of Radcliff
 Kaufman Beauty School
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Mr. Jim’s Beauty College
Trend Setters’ Academy

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The state of Kentucky rewards students for good grades
2.5 is the minimum GPA you have to earn in a year to receive KEES money
15 is the minimum ACT score to receive additional funds
Better grades and higher ACT scores earn you more dollars
Students on free/reduced lunch may earn additional bonus funds for passing AP classes and exams
The funds can be used at any college in Kentucky
Funds cannot be used for out-of-state colleges unless they offer a program not offered in Kentucky

U.S. News & World Report Rankings of Best
Colleges National Universities
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Harvard University
Princeton University
Yale University
Massachusetts Institute of
Technology
Stanford University
California Institute of
Technology
University of Pennsylvania
Columbia University
Duke University
Northwestern University
Washington University/St. Louis
Cornell University
Johns Hopkins University
Brown University
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Rice University
Emory University
University of Notre Dame
Vanderbilt University
University of California -
Berkeley
Carnegie Mellon University
Georgetown University
University of Virginia
University of California - Los
Angeles
University of Michigan
University of Southern California
Tufts University
Wake Forest University
University of North Carolina -
Chapel Hill

U.S. News & World Report Rankings of Best
Colleges Public National Universities
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University of California-Berkeley
University of California - Los
Angeles
University or Virginia
University of Michigan
University of North Carolina
College of William & Mary
Georgia Institute of Technology
University of California
University of Illinois
University of Wisconsin
Pennsylvania State University
University of Florida
University of Texas
Ohio State University
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University of Maryland
University of Pittsburgh
University of Georgia
Clemson University
Purdue University
Texas A & M University
University of Minnesota
Rutgers University
University of Connecticut
University of Delaware
Indiana University
Michigan State University
University of Iowa
Virginia Tech
Miami University of Ohio

U.S. News & World Report Rankings of
Best Colleges Liberal Arts
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Williams College
Amherst College
Swarthmore College
Middlebury College
Wellesley College
Bowdoin College
Pomona College
Carleton College
Davidson College
Haverford College
Claremont McKenna College
Vassar College
Wesleyan University
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Grinnell College
Harvey Mudd College
United States Military
Academy
Washington & Lee University
Smith College
Colgate University
United States Naval
Academy
Hamilton College
Colby College
Oberlin College
Colorado College
Bates College

U.S. News & World Report Rankings of
Best Colleges Historically Black
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Spelman College
Howard University
Morehouse College
Fisk University
Xavier University of
Louisianna
Hampton University
Tuskegee University
Claflin University
Dillard University
North Carolina Central
University
Elizabeth City State
University
Florida A & M University
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 South Carolina State
University
Tougaloo College
Morgan State University
Tennessee State University
Delaware State University
Winston-Salem State
University
Johnson C. Smith University
Virginia State University
Bennett College
Clark Atlanta University
Fort Valley State University
Jackson State University
Alcorn State University

U.S. News & World Report Rankings of
Best Colleges A+ Options for B Students
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Pepperdine University
Syracuse University
Fordham University
Purdue University
University of Connecticut
Southern Methodist University
University of Delaware
Indiana University
Michigan State University
University of Iowa
Miami University of Ohio
University of Colorado
Baylor University
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 SUNY College of Environmental
Science and Forestry
Marquette University
University of Denver
Auburn University
Clark University
Drexel University
Iowa State University
North Carolina State University
St. Louis University
University of Vermont
SUNY - Stony Brook
University of Alabama

U.S. News & World Report Rankings of
Best Colleges Up & Coming National
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University of Maryland -
Baltimore County
George Mason University
Northeastern University
Drexel University
Arizona State University
University of Central Florida
Indiana University - Purdue
University - Indianapolis
(IUPUI)
University of Denver
University of Southern
California
University of Vermont
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Clemson University
Emory University
Rice University
University of South Carolina-
Columbia
North Carolina State
University
Ohio State University
University of California - San
Diego
University of Cincinnati
University of North Texas

U.S. News & World Report Rankings of
Best Colleges Up & Coming Liberal Arts
 Hendrix College
 Agnes Scott College
 Davidson College
 Furman University
 Calvin College
 Dickinson College
 University of
Richmond
 Ursinus College
 Allegheny College
 College of St.
Benedict
 Reed College
 Stonehill College
 University of North
Carolina - Asheville

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Art Academy of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Art Institute of Chicago (Chicago, Ill.)
Carnegie Mellon University (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
Cleveland Institute of Art (Cleveland, Ohio)
Kansas City Art Institute (Kansas City, Mo.)
Maryland Institute College of Art (Baltimore, Ma.)
Memphis College of Art (Memphis, Tenn.)
Minneapolis College of Art & Design (Minneapolis,
Minn.)
Montserrat College of Art (Beverly, Mass.)
Pratt Institute (Brooklyn, N.Y.)
Rhode Island School of Design (Providence, R.I.)
Savannah College of Art & Design (Savannah, Ga.)

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Arizona State University
Cleveland Institute of Music
Curtis Institute of Music
Eastman School of Music
Florida State University
Indiana University -
Bloomington
Juilliard School of Music
Manhattan School of Music
Mannes College of Music
Northwestern University
New England Conservatory of Music
Yale University
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Oberlin Conservatory of
Music
Peabody Conservatory of
Music
University of Cincinnati
College Conservatory of
Music
University of Colorado
University of Illinois
University of Michigan
University of North Texas
University of Southern
California
University of Texas-Austin
University of Wisconsin

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Butler University
California Institute of the Arts
Florida State University
Indiana University
The Juilliard School
North Carolina School of the
Arts
Ohio State University
Point Park University
Rutgers University
Southern Methodist
University
Stephens College
University of Southern
Mississippi
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University of Illinois
University of Michigan
University of Utah
The Ailey School
Ballet Austin Summer
Program
Boston Ballet/Boston
Conservatory
Duke University
Gustavus Adolphus College
Marin Dance Theater
New York University Gallatin
School of Individual Study
Stanford University
University of Florida

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Boston University
Carnegie Mellon
University
Duke University
Emerson University
Indiana University
The Juilliard School
New York University
Southern Methodist
University
Florida State University
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Fordham University
Northwestern University
Pepperdine University
Rutgers University
Mason Gross School of the Arts
Syracuse University
University of Minnesota
Guthrie BFA Acting
Program
Virginia Commonwealth
University

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Ball State University
Boston Conservatory
Carnegie Mellon
University
Florida State University
Millikin University
Notre Dame University
Otterbein University
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Point Park University
Roosevelt University
Stephens College
University of the Arts
University of Evansville
University of Cincinnati
University of Oklahoma
Wright State University

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Ball State University
DePaul University
Indiana University
Ohio State University
Millikin University
North Carolina School of the Arts
Northern Kentucky
University
Western Kentucky
University
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Point Park University
Southern Methodist
University
University of Cincinnati
University of Evansville
University of Louisville
University of Kentucky
University of
Texas/Austin
University of
Wisconsin/Madison

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If the program you are interested in isn’t offered in Kentucky, you may be able to pay in-state tuition at an out-of-state school through the Academic Common Market.
Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia,
Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi,
Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee,
Virginia , and West Virginia participate at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Florida, North Carolina , and Texas participate at the graduate level.

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Schedule visits on teacher in-service days and spring break
Make an appointment for your tour
Visit In-session
Stay overnight when possible
Include your parents
Meet with an admissions officer
Verify admissions requirements
Discuss your chances for success
Obtain a school calendar and catalogue
Determine college costs
Ask about financial aid opportunities
Ask about student/teacher ratio for freshmen
Ask about Honors Programs
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Meet with faculty
Ask questions about academic requirements and offerings
Attend a class
Ask about placement record
Identify career-planning services
Tour the campus/classrooms/labs
Tour the dorms/dining facilities
Tour the recreational facilities
Tour the city or town
Talk to students
Find out about student activities
Inquire about campus life
Investigate transportation options
Keep note about your visit
Write thank you notes

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Standardized Tests - complete all standardized tests your junior year and retake those with low scores.
Grades and Classes - junior year grades are the most important (you are now settled in your routine; more demanding courses predict college performance; classes you choose speak volumes about your motivation and intellectual curiosity).
Teacher/Counselor Recommendations - if you share an intellectual interest with a teacher they are more likely to give you a good college recommendation. Get to know your counselor and connect with teachers you want to write for you.
Activities - the way in which you spend your time outside the classroom serves as testimony to your moral fiber; assess whether your activities reflect a depiction of your interests and passions.
Opportunities - admissions officers look for students who step out of their comfort zone and seek new experiences. Ignoring an opportunity does not appeal to college admissions officers.

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Grades and Credits are used to determine the GPA
AP Courses are weighted on a 5 point scale
All Advanced, Honors, and Comprehensive Classes are weighted on a 4 point scale
Eligibility in Sports and Extracurricular and/or Cocurricular activities are based on academic performance
Placement in honors, advanced, and advanced placement classes and awards that will be listed on the college application
All grades, courses, and credits earned will be listed on your TRANSCRIPT!

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The transcript is the report sent to colleges that reflects every semester of high school that you have completed
Courses you have taken and credits earned each semester are on the transcript
The level of rigor of each class is included on the transcript (AP, Advanced, Honors, etc.)
Your total cumulative weighted and unweighted GPA is on the transcript
Your attendance record in on the transcript
Grades include all pluses and minuses, A’s,
B’s, C’s, D’s, and U’s!!!!

 Push yourself to take classes that reflect as strong and as rigorous an academic curriculum that you can handle successfully
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Unplug yourself from the Internet and
TV.
Learn to develop your “intellectual appetite”

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Find your passion and follow it! Develop yourself as a leader in that area if possible
Select school activities that will demonstrate your passion or leadership in the subject areas you are passionate about
Discover what is available in the community, your church, scouting, recreational sports, charitable organizations, etc. that will enhance your experience and resume
Volunteer as much as you can

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Academic Teams
Athletics
Beta Club
Chess Club
Computer Club
Creative Writing
Crimson Record
Drama/Theatrical Productions
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
French Club
French Scrabble
Future Business Leaders
German Club
High School Red Cross
Instrumental/Vocal Music
Key Club
Latin Club
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Math Club
Math Team
National Art Honor Society
National Honor Society
Odyssey of the Mind
Principal’s Advisory Committee
Red Cross Blood Drive
Science Club
Spanish Club
Spanish Scrabble
Student Council
Students Against Drunk Driving
Visual Arts Club
WHAS Crusade for Children
Yearbook
YPAS Ensembles
More new clubs every year!!!!

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Do not assume that someone will contact you if there is a problem with your academic progress
Keep in contact with your teachers and your counselors
Develop strong study skills and time management techniques
Work on building a strong vocabulary and refine your ability to speak in public
READ, READ, and READ more! Practice and refine your talents
Turn all assignments in on time!
Know when progress reports and grades will be mailed home
Take advantage of as many educational enrichment activities as you can - summer workshops, camps, honor symposiums, leadership seminars, etc.
Build your college resume by engaging in a well rounded balance of academically rigorous classes, athletic participation, participation in the arts, membership in worthwhile clubs, leadership positions, community service activities, and giving of your time for the betterment of mankind

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With the everyday stresses of being a student, making good grades, meeting new friends, making choices and decisions, becoming involved in activities, etc… it is important to find the
PROPER BALANCE .
Each student, with the help of parents, teachers, and counselors, must find that balance. Remember, don’t over extend yourself, but aim to reach your fullest POTENTIAL!
Plan Ahead - develop appropriate relationships with your counselor and those teachers you will be asking to write your letters of recommendation - they need to know who you are now so they can speak highly of you in comparison to other students they have known throughout their career.
Identify special characteristics about yourself that set you apart from other students who have the same GPA and Test Scores.
Clean up your face-book and my-space accounts now! 25% of all colleges and universities now look at your accounts when making college admission decisions.

If you see your grades slipping, try some of these interventions:
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ESS (Extended School Services) work after school with a teacher
Peer Tutoring (National Honor Society) work after school with outstanding students
Staying after school to work with your own teacher
Form study groups with other members of your class
Weekly progress reports (available from your counselor)
Assignment notebooks and planners
Structured study time at home. School is not the only place to study and do homework
Participate in class. Be visible and care about what you’re learning.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle which includes proper diet, exercise, sleep, and stay away from the use of illegal drugs and alcohol and anyone you know who may use them