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Pay attention in class

February 15, 2010

in School

Concentration is a very important skill when studying.  But today I want to talk about the importance of concentrating in class.
My definition of concentration would be focusing on the speaker (teacher or other students answering questions) and blocking out the rest of the noise.  Concentrating involved hearing and understanding what the teacher is saying.
Now classes can [...]

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Interesting question.  I have one for you.
Why do you want a computer or laptop?

I have a physical disability and it help me at home and school.  Yes!
I have a learning disability and it will help me.  Yes!
My school has a lap top program.  Yes!
I want to keep it in my room and play World of [...]

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This is common statement made by many Year 8 and 9 girls.  The question these girls want answered is “Why won’t they let me?”
Well you may not be in the same class as your friends for a number of reasons:

The teachers want you separated
Someone’s parents want you separated.
You aren’t in the same ability group for some [...]

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Clean out your school bag

August 7, 2009

in School

Go grap your school bag and head to the nearest bin.
Clean it out now. 
Then turn it inside out and air it out overnight.  Gid rid of those awful smells once a for all.
Simple
This is Day 12 of the 30 Day Study System.
The 30 Day Study System is also available as a free Ebook
Fill in your [...]

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The first day of school is nerve racking for everyone, even teachers.  And trust me, the kids who are acting cool are the most scared. 
First School Day Top Tips

Be organized – have at least a notepad and pen to write with
Be on time – to school and each class.  First impressions matter
Listen in class – [...]

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Clean up your locker

August 5, 2009

in School

Your locker needs to clean and organized.  I understand that this will need to be done without any of your friends knowing about it.
So pick a strategy and get it done.  
Locker Clean Up Strategies.
1.  Do it at home:  Over a few days pack your bag with stuff found in your locker.  When you get home [...]

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