May 2010. Plan ahead for your schedule.  Know your schedule of finals Day 1 – Monday, May 31 Science English Day 2 – Tuesday, June 1 Math History Day.

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May 2010

Plan ahead for your schedule.  Know your schedule of finals Day 1 – Monday, May 31 Science English Day 2 – Tuesday, June 1 Math History Day 3 – Wednesday, June 2 World Language Conflict Exams  Know your personal schedule & obligations The weekend before finals Each night of finals Conflicts Teacher review sessions  Make a plan Is there one class you must focus on most? How much time do you want to dedicate to each course?

Correct for absences.  Extra help for difficult material (if you failed a test or a quiz this term!)  Collect missed work/notes  MAKE UP MISSED WORK EARLY!!

Learn about each exam.  Cumulative?  Will it be an objective test (true/false, multiple choice)?  Short answer? Essay? Combination?  What details will the teacher provide? Ask for the study guide EARLY. The teacher may have them ready for you to begin reviewing.

Organize your materials.  Old quizzes and tests  Previous study guides  Previous note cards  Class notes: review and revise  Teacher power points  Make a master notebook

Stock up.  Snacks Choose healthy! Avoid energy drinks!  Supplies Index cards Highlighters Binders, folders

Take care of yourself.  Eat well Watch caffeine & sugar Set aside time to eat & don’t forget breakfast  Fight stress Exercise & take walks Sleep Plan ahead Ask for help Don’t over commit yourself to other things!  Clean your room

Make plans to study with someone.  Working together can be effective! Improved comprehension Helps people who are auditory learners (listening!) Helps people who are kinesthetic learners (using hands, building, active)  Teach each other! Quiz each other!  Ask someone new!

Take early advantage of what your teacher offers.  Study guides  Essay questions  Study sessions; extra help  Ask for their suggestions