Success skills for you at school


School is a like a job, and there are skills an habits you can develop to be successful at school, whether or not you think you are a "brain."





The Big Picture
Being successful at school seems very easy for some and almost impossible for others. It isn't all a matter of how "smart" you are though. A lot of school success is about developing habits that make you successful. Here are the most important habits you can develop to be successful:
  • Arrive on time
  • Be prepared for class
  • Be organized about assignments
    • Write down assignments
    • Make an effective plan for completing work
    • Complete work on time
  • Persevere
    • Stay on task
    • Keep trying
    • Ask for help when you need it
  • Keep growing and pushing your own limits


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