Whether you were struggling last year or not, becoming an "A" student or maintaining an "A" average is a goal that every student should have. Grades are very important, but even more, so is understanding the concepts. Here are some ways to become an "A" student this school year. Organizational Skills Being organized is an essential skill to have if you want to be an "A" student. This means you have to become very familiar with to-do lists and planners. Have a folder with sections for each subjec t that you do so that you can easily and effectively file handouts, worksheets, notes and test papers. Studying : As it relates to studying, create a list with the topics or points that you wish to study based on the time that you have to study. However, be realistic with what you can achieve in each study session. There are also various study techniques that you can make use of! Homework : When it comes to homework, be sure to create a list of your h
School is out for the summer, but there are still so many opportunities to improve yourself and prepare for the future. It is important that you relax and unwind after exams, however, do not let the entire summer pass you by before making plans on what to do next. Here are some activities to do before the next academic year begins. Volunteering One fulfilling thing you can do this summer is volunteer! There are a lot of organizations that plan and host events to give back to the community. If you can think of at least one cause that you care about, you may already have a ton of options to choose from. These include schools, animal shelters, retirement homes, health care facilities and more. Alternatively, you can opt to participate in more personal and lower scale projects. Donating in a book or clothing drive, participating in a beach clean-up, partaking in a 5K or 10K marathon and volunteering in your own community are simple ways you can give back this summer. Not only is voluntee