Tips to Get Better Grades

Getting better grades may require just a few skills and tricks.


Here are some tips to help you become a confident learner and experience success.

1. Write down at least one success you have experience and discuss it with a friend.

2. Set academic goals. A long term goal may take you a year or longer to achieve. A short term goal is usually accomplished in less than a year. Set at least one academic long term goal and short term

goal. The short term goal should help you reach your long term goal.

3. Keep a success journal and include your progress towards your academic goals.

4. See yourself reaching your goal and experiencing success. Share your goal with your close friends and family who will encourage you.

5. Encourage yourself with positive self-messages. "I can do this." "I am making progress."

6. Encourage others and lend a helping hand.

7. Write down assignments in an agenda or calendar.

8. Keep a record of your grades for each class in your notebook.

9. Review your notes and reading materials daily.

10. Begin studying for a test by preparing flashcards, graphic organizers, etc. of the subject material when you begin a new unit. This keeps your thoughts and ideas organized on paper and in your brain. No more cramming.

Planning, preparing, and positive messages are the 3 key ingredients to making better grades.
~Becky Matthews