If you are having difficulty in a class the first thing to do is meet with your teacher. Ask to set up a time before/after school when you can get some additional help. Come prepared with questions and concerns!

Here are some other tips for improving your grades.

• At the beginning of each term make sure you know all of your teachers' policies, For example:
• Where do you go for make-up work when you missed a day?
• What is the late work policy?
• Can you ask for extensions?
• Is extra credit offered?
• How are final grades determined?


• Keep a separate folder and notebook for each class. Keep everything!


• Your folder should include:
1. The syllabus
2. Assignment sheets
3. Notes
4. Returned homework


• Identify at least one student in each class you can call or email for questions/help.


• Use your planner (or your own organizational system) for keeping track of deadlines.


• If your study habits are not getting you the grades you want, evaluate them. Use what works, get rid of what doesn't!


• Make connections in what you are learning.
• Look for ways your science labs are connected to what you are studying in history.
• Read the newspaper and look for connections between the themes in your literature assignments and current events.

For additional resources for getting academic help, click on the links below:

• Tutoring/Homework Help


• If you're missing required/elective credits, please see your guidance counselor.