• Stay organized: get a planner and use it daily. Clean and organize your backpack once a week.

• Study for tests and quizzes (3 days before).

• Structured homework time in a quiet space at home where you can work uninterrupted.

• Ask for help (before/after school, at snack and during class time) email teachers if needed.

• Attend math tutoring (Tuesday (712) and Thursday (915) 3:15-4:15 pm)

• Sleep: your body needs 7-8 hours of sleep, your brain and body are still developing.

• Read 20-30 minutes daily.

• Check your grades on the portal once a week with your parent.

8th grade is your last year in Middle School, that means this is the time to get into good habits before High School starts and those credits start accumulating. Keep in mind how you perform in 8th grade determines your 9th grade placement into courses.

Things to help you succeed:

Math tutoring offered Tu/Th 3:15-4:15

• Teachers are available by email

• Check student/portal account weekly to monitor your grades and any assignments

• Stay organized and make sure you have all materials everyday

• Check in with your Counselor anytime to discuss academic progress, scheduling, social/emotional support and much more

• Monitor promotion status with guidelines provided