Will demonstrate positive class attendance

• 95% attendance and <5% tardies in each class/semester

Will demonstrate the ability to plan and utilize some form of planner/schedule

• Include class, study, work, and recreation blocks also monitor and reflect on use of time on a regular basis.

Will demonstrate techniques to prioritize and set goals

• Create and use a weekly academic “To Do” List

• Create a timeline for long term projects

• Make formal appointments for working in groups (projects/study group)

• Create/maintain a semester calendar for identifying important due dates, events, etc.

Will use and maintain a formal organizational system for all academic courses including the following elements:

• Single notebook or notebook section for each course

• Will use and maintain GAFE/.net tools for all academic courses

• Will check and organize email on a regular basis

• Will maintain/organize assignments/announcements in Google Classroom

• Maintain and be able to readily access class materials/work in Google Drive

Will demonstrate a pattern of positive in-class behavior

• Will be prepared with materials for every class

• Will focus on learning: attentive to instruction and engaged in activities/discussions

• Will take good notes to enforce retention and provide reference material for reflection

Will thoroughly complete all assignments

• Will make sure work reflects your effort to learn; not just meet the minimum

• Will meet all deadlines: including homework

• Will be proactive with planned or unexpected absences

• Will be proactive with planned or unexpected absences

Will demonstrate good daily study habits

• Review notes

• Create study aids

• Work in teams/study groups

Will demonstrate long term study habits

• Retain materials through the end of unit/semester for reflection

• Check on grades/returned work on a regular basis for understanding and/or reflection

• Continually clarify through communication, electronic and face to face, expectations with instructors