Freshman Success

Getting the most out of high school

Freshman Year

Adjust to High School

Focus on classesGet used to the workload and new schoolMake new friends

Experience New Things

Take classes that are outside of your comfort zone

Explore art, computers, music and find what interests you most

Join different clubs and try a sport

Get Ahead

Take classes that challenge youDon’t overwork yourself

Focus on learningMake the most of your resourcesAsk for help

Time Management

Balancing It Out

Classes, sports, clubs, volunteering, friends, family, workAll of these are important for the high school experienceIf you take on too much you may fall behindLeave time for work and funBoth are equally importantMake sure you are on time and prepared for classes and activities

Plan Ahead

Keep a schedule or calendarDon’t procrastinate (too much)Do things in order of importanceLeave time for studyingMake sure you sleep and eatenoughNEVER FORGET TO DO AN ASSIGNMENT

People

Staff Relations

Be chill with your teachersEven the substitutes

Being hardworking and respectful impresses teachers

They will know you are serious and can help you out laterCollege recommendations, job applications, summer opportunities can be filled out by teachers

Coaches also respect hard work on the field and in the classroomGive respect to earn respect

Guidance

Guidance counselors are here to help youCollege planningPersonal issuesScheduling classesGetting help in classesOrganization

They are your friends

Ask For Help

Struggling in a class? Get helpDon’t be afraid to ask, everyone gets stuckWho to ask:

Teachers – most teachers will work to schedule one-on-one tutoringClassmates – if you don’t get it ask a friendUpperclassmen – they’ve been through it and can helpGuidance counselorsFamily

Extracurriculars

CATA offers a wide variety of clubs and sportsJoining them is easyIf you do join, make sure you are committed

Don’t stop showing up to meetings, it’s a waste of time

Sign ups are early in the year, so pay attention to the announcementsDon’t be afraid to try new things, you will always be welcomeThey are important, but don’t get overwhelmed

Volunteerism

Volunteering is not only good for personal experience, but it also helps for college applicationsLots of clubs offer opportunities to help the community and get service hoursAlso, look out for opportunities on your own

Rules

Refer to the student handbook for questions regarding rulesDress code is strictly enforced, but the code itself is rather lenientMake sure you are clear on individual teachers policiesIts not hard to follow the rules

Questions?