Grade Cards & Asking for Help

Today, 2nd six weeks grade cards are being passed out in your 1st period class. This can be an exciting and nerve-racking time! If you are looking at your grade card and saying, "Good job! You are awesome!" Ask yourself: How did I improve over last mark? What did I do differently? Did anything change? It is important to learn from mistakes, but also reflect on little triumphs so we know what works best for us. Congratulations!

If you see areas of improvement in your grades, we have some options at Lex to get extra help. The sooner the better!

• First, and most importantly, talk to your teachers!! They should be your #1 resource when you have questions/concerns about a class. They know where the class is headed and are more than willing to help you! You just need to ask!
• Every Tuesday and Thursday during lunches, we have students in Student Services available to answer questions about homework or upcoming tests. If you have a question, stop down during your lunch to ask and get help. Now is the time to advocate for yourself! Know when you need help and be willing to accept the help. If you don't feel comfortable just walking in, stop by and see me first. We will work something out.
• Another time help might be available is during your study hall. If you have a study hall, come see me and I will look to find another student in the same study hall who would like to help you. 

Again, we do not know you want/need help unless you tell someone - a teacher, counselor, principal, etc. We are all here to help you. Actually, we love helping! Make sure to take advantage of the resources you have all around you :)

If you were the student who was loving your grade card, let me know if you would be willing to help another student. We are always looking for students to tutor during their study hall or after school. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, stop by and let me know! As we have been told, the best way to learn and retain information is to teach it ourselves!! You can make a difference!