Treat school as your job.

Pursue learning with passion, vigor, and an open mind.

Always attend class. Arrive on time and ready to learn.

Do your homework and extra credit options!

Set academic, extracurricular, and social goals and aim to achieve them.

Become an active learner, a good listener, and class participant. Think outside the box and strive to make interdisciplinary connections among your various classes.

Demonstrate responsibility and take ownership of your education. Don’t be afraid to take risks and learn from your mistakes.

Master and refine your ability to schedule, manage your time, and be organized.

Develop your writing skills.

Build relationships with your teachers. Attend office hours outside of class whenever possible.