6-8th Grade: Foundation for Academic Success in Middle School
- Attend class.
- Participate.
- Do your homework.
- Complete & Submit assignments on time.
- Learn how to study.
- Maintain academic integrity (no cheating).
- Know your current & cumulative GPA – use Calculating Your GPA.
*If you take Algebra 1 and a foreign language by 8th grade, your grades will count toward the high school A-G GPA requirements.
- Begin at and the My Experience tab.
- Extra-curricular activities (outside of your academic interest).
- Co-curricular activities (directly related to academic interest).
- Connect with others.
- Important for college, scholarship, and employee applications.
- Write down your personal, academic, and career goals – use and the My Goals tab.
- Ask for help from friends, family, study groups, tutors, teachers, student services, and other support.
- Manage your time – make time to get involved, maintain a study routine, and also have fun.
- Stay organized.
- Get adequate sleep.
- Engage in your personal goals.
