Study+Skills

= Study Skills= //Middle School is a fun and exciting time! You will have more interesting classes and activities to choose from, and you will meet a lot of new people. Since you are getting older, you will have much more freedom than Elementary School. With that freedom, however, comes responsibility and your teachers will expect you to be more responsible and organized this year. The key to being successful in Middle School is to set up routines and be organized right from the start so that you can manage your time effectively. Allow yourself enough time to do your homework, have fun with your friends, engage in extracurricular activities, and also have personal down-time! Remember that your teachers are here to help you succeed as well. If you feel frustrated, talk with your mentoring teacher, a favourite teacher or the guidance counsellor who can help you develop the skills you'll need to succeed in the Middle School.// Take a look at the tips below that will help you become a better student:
 * Use your ISB Planner to help you get organized!
 * Write down your homework fully before you leave class each day.
 * Take time to organize your notebooks and binders on a daily basis.
 * Use a homework folder to store loose items or papers that need to be signed.
 * Organize your locker so that books and materials are easy to find.
 * When you are packing up to go home make sure that you look at your planner to see what materials and books you'll need to complete your homework.
 * Set aside a regular time to do your homework each night. You will probably have about an hour and a half of homework each night.
 * Find a comfortable environment with a sturdy desk to do your work. Minimize other distractions by turning off the TV and music that is too loud. It is also a good idea to turn off your cell phone.
 * Start the homework on the day that it was assigned. Try not to procrastinate!
 * Make a list of everything you need to do and prioritize the assignments. Check off the assignments as you complete them.
 * If you get home and don't know what to do for an assignment, ask a parent for help or phone a reliable friend. You can even phone the teacher.
 * Pack your backpack the night before. Make sure that you have all necessary assignments and materials.
 * If you forget to do your homework or didn't finish it, let the teacher know as soon as you arrive to school that morning. If your class is later in the day, you may have time during break or lunch to complete the homework. If not, be honest, show responsibility and strive to make it a goal to be more organized next time