1. Do You Have Grit? Tips for a successful year

2. What is Grit? Dictionary definition: Courage and resolve; strength of character Synonyms: bravery, spirit, fortitude, determination, persvervence, endurance

3. How much grit do you have? Let’s take a quiz!

4. Scoring For questions 1, 4, 6, 9, 10, and 12 assign the following points: 5= very like me 4= mostly like me 3= somewhat like me 2=not much like me 1=not like me at all

5. For questions 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, and 11 assign the following points: 1= very like me 2 = mostly like me 3 = somewhat like me 4 =not much like me 5 =not like me at all

6. Add your scores, and divide by 12 to determine your level of grit 5 is highest—Extremely Gritty 1 is lowest—Not Very Gritty

7. How can you improve your grit? Mental toughness Courage Passion

8. Determination Face every challenge with a positive attitude Don’t let other people discourage you Just because it hasn’t been done before doesn’t mean you can’t do it

9. “Never give up on your dreams” http://www.cbsnews.com/news/first-child-receive-double-hand-transplant- zion-harvey-never-give-up-on-your-dreams/

10. Courage Always do what you know is right Don’t be afraid to try new things Treat everyone fairly and with kindness Help other people achieve their goals

11. “Do the right thing at the right time” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4CqvMGWkXI

12. Passion Take pride in your work Do your best on every task Find what makes you happy, and do it well Share your talents with others “It’s amazing what you can do if you love what you do”

13. “Go for it! Follow your passion!” http://ed.ted.com/lessons/richard-st-john-the-power-of-passion#watch

14. Be Proactive Use your time wisely Ask for help when you need it Be prepared for class Read and study ahead Pace yourself

15. Get Involved Join clubs, teams, and student organizations Check the school web site and listen to announcements Sign up for text reminders Sit with new people at lunch Show school spirit

16. Communicate With you teachers… With your counselors… With your parents. Be honest Stand up for yourself

17. Stay Organized Use a planner or homework app Use homework folders Study every day Don’t procrastinate Stick to your goals

18. And Finally… Never give up Always do your best Ask for help when you need it Help others when they need it