Portrait of a Successful Student

Successful student are active rather than passive:
A successful student:
Asks questions of teachers
Joins class discussions
Is involved in extracurricular activities
Studies for knowledge sake and not just for the grade

A successful student:
Has a support system of friends and family
Is connected with members of the school staff (coaches,
teachers, guidance counselors, etc)

A successful student:
Goes to class on time
Does not procrastinate
Makes studying a regular part of his/her daily routine

A successful student:
Keeps his/her notebook organized
Takes good notes and reviews them!

A successful student:
Sets short and long-term goals
Builds upon strengths
Minimizes weaknesses

A successful student:
Has active and involved parents

"There is no more powerful advocate for children than a parent armed with information and options."

Rod Paige, U.S. Secretary of Education