Thursday, September 20, 2012

9/20/12

Assignments:
-Warm up 42
-Vocabulary

     Chapter 2 test grades are on parent portal. Students from fifth through seventh periods have their chapter two test grades written in their agendas. Please sign the agenda acknowledging that you are aware of your child's grade.

     The eighth grade is the last chance for students to learn who they are as learners before high school begins. Encourage your child to develop study habits. I suggest students study notes/class materials for ten minutes after school and ten minutes before bedtime. This may not sound like much, but it is a start. Students can adjust according to their individual needs. Developing daily study routines will go a long way towards future academic success. Only studying the night before the test is not a good study habit. The ninth grade is a harsh environment for a student to finally learn who
they are as a learner. All students can improve, regardless of their grades.

The following is a quote from the Woodland High School Ninth Grade Academy website:


WHS 9th Grade Academy


The transition from middle school to high school is often quite difficult for ninth graders. They face many challenges socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually, which can leave them feeling overwhelmed and alone. Research has shown that the 9th grade year is the most important year in high school. Successful completion of the 9th grade year leads to a higher likelihood of graduation in four years. (emphasis added)
 

No comments:

Post a Comment