How to Be a Successful Student

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Work hard. You can't be lazy if you want to be successful in school.

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Be punctual. Develop the habit of judging time and learn how to arrive where you need to be on time.

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Work honestly. That means, do your own work, don't copy, don't cheat. It only cheats yourself when later you can't do the things you were supposed to learn.

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Do the homework or assignments. Get help from the teacher if you need to, and if you don't like the work, or can't find time, also talk to the teacher.

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Learn about your own style of learning! Find out what's your best method, and try to apply it to your studies.

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Use common sense. Realize what the class is about, what the work is supposed to teach you, how you should handle yourself with the other students.

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Learn how to schedule your life and time to balance school work and other parts of your day. You can't do everything, and going out at night will surely take time away from studying or that deadline.

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Talk to the teachers. If you show them you are honest and serious, or need help, they will usually respond well and offer to guide you as needed. But don't think the teacher will just pity you and excuse your poor work.

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Read the books. If you are having reading trouble, talk to the teacher, guidance counselor, librarian, lab helper, etc. for ways to improve your reading skills.

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Study throughout the term. Don't wait until days before the final test to study.

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Find a serious study partner and sit together at school or home. This partner doesn't distract you, he/she encourages you and helps you.

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Get an extra tutor if you really need help.

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Remember your educational goals. If you can't really think of any, talk to a career counselor and learn what kind of education you will really need to get the salary or job you want.