Useful Reminders

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING

DAILY REMINDERS FOR SUCCESS

* CLOSE ALL TABS AND CHARGE CHROMEBOOK EACH NIGHT

* PUT YOUR CHROMEBOOK BACK IN YOUR BACKPACK

* CHECK YOUR HOMEWORK AGENDA WHEN YOU GET HOME

* DO YOUR HOMEWORK (INCLUDING READING AND STUDYING)

* PUT LOOSE PAPERS IN PROPER FOLDERS

* THROW AWAY ANY TRASH IN BACKPACK

* PUT BACKPACK IN IDEAL SPOT FOR GRABBING IN THE

MORNING

* SET REALISTIC GOALS FOR YOURSELF

* GIVE YOURSELF REWARD BREAKS - YOU DESERVE IT!

Students who did the Executive Functioning sessions:

*Have a laminated schedule with key pointers on the back

*Completely cleaned out and organized their backpacks

*Got folders and notebooks to color coordinate subjects when needed

*Have a bookmarked agenda template and were given pointers on how to use it

*Practiced making SMART goals

*Learned how to prioritize tasks

*Identified the difference between a fixed and growth mindset

They will need to practice using these skills and tools in order for them to become habits. Any reminders you can give them would be greatly appreciated!