Husky Guide for Academic Success
SYNERGY:
• Check StudentVUE regularly to keep updated on grades. www.sheldonhuskies.com
• There should be no surprises regarding your grade. Students should know exactly what you are earning in each class and if you have any missing assignments.
• If you do not have internet access at home, please contact your counselor about school computer availability.
• E-mail your teacher through Synergy Mail if you have a question about your grade
ATTENDANCE:
• Come to school EVERYDAY!
• Attend Pack Time meetings.
• If you are absent, email your teachers to request missed assignments.
• Turn in homework and make-up tests or quizzes immediately upon return to school.
TUTORING:
• Attend tutoring and speak with your teacher right away if you do not understand the material.
• Please see the tutoring schedule posted on www.sheldonhuskies.com ~ Counseling page.
• Tutoring is interactive – when attending, ask specific questions for specific assignments. The more you put into improving your skills, the greater the benefit!!
STUDY EVERY NIGHT:
• Create a protected space and time to do your homework every night.
• Most successful students spend about 2 hours a night on homework.
• If you do not have an assignment due, review your notes or previous assignments.
TAKE CHARGE:
• Ask your teachers questions when you don’t understand.
• Find a Study Buddy in class that you can contact in the evening if you get stuck while doing your homework.
• Turn in ALL class work and homework assignments DAILY.
Passing classes is imperative for earning a Sheldon High School diploma. If you fail a course, the only opportunities to make up the credits are during summer school, after school edmentum, or during your senior year.
Commit to Graduate!