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2021 Back to the Future Contest

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Students have learned virtually for almost two years. It’s a big deal that this time around, we are returning to in-person learning. While masks are still put in place as well as social distancing measures, what are some goals you have in order to kick-start the new school year?

RULES:

  • Comment on this post your goals for the 2021-2022 school year.
  • Entries must be school appropriate.
  • Students must log-in to comment (make sure your username is your first and last name)
  • The winner will be chosen randomly by the staff of the Southwest Shadow. Entries will close on August 28 at 11:59 p.m.

Prize: $10 Starbucks gift card

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    Ariadne MartinezAug 27, 2021 at

    A major goal I have right now is to not even think about procrastinating. I think if I keep that mindset going on I will have good grades. Another goal is to try my absolute best. If I give it my all this ties back into what I said, I will have good grades. Seeing that I have good grades is mentally pleasing.

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    Ozuhakachi Akarolo [STUDENT]Aug 27, 2021 at

    Think positive to stay focused. Stay resilient. Make time to read. Manage your time. Find time to relax. Strive for excellence. Build a strong network. Build good study habits. Attend seminars. Develop patience to achieve your goals.

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    Sean Tran [STUDENT]Aug 27, 2021 at

    A main goal of mine is to successfully execute at least 1-2 performances with Studio K K-Pop. It’s reaching around 2 years since K-Pop has performed at school. Now being the President, I have to make sure that I will uphold the quality of performances that our team has had since the beginning.

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    Alexis LeeAug 27, 2021 at

    I’m excited to make new friends and get over a 3.5 gpa for my first year here!

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    Ozuhakachi Akarolo [STUDENT]Aug 27, 2021 at

    The new school year always brings with it plenty of new challenges. And just like 2020, the year 2021 continues to bring challenges we have never before experienced. There are still many unknowns this year that can lead to a new source of stress altogether. start-the-new-school-year-right-young-adults-outside-talking-about-the-best-school-year-ever If you are going to in-person classes, you may be concerned you will be sent home soon with the outbreak of the new Delta variant of Covid-19 cases increasing. Perhaps you are worried about getting sick, or wearing a mask, or the potential of having to switch to online classes. For those starting out online, you have the stress of being home all day, managing a different kind of workload and a different kind of learning, and of not being able to have the social aspect of school. Regardless of your circumstances, these 5 Goals for the school year still apply today. They just may need to be adapted some for your current situation. It is still important to take your education seriously, manage your workload, work on finding your interests and making friends perhaps just remotely.Obviously, you recognize it as a potential problem. So what are some ways you can avoid slacking off, and help make this the best school year ever? First, it is important to shift any negative perceptions you have about school and try to appreciate it. I know that may seem hard, but an education is a privilege and learning new things can be fun. Taking your studies seriously WILL prepare you for a bright future.
    5 Goals for a Successful School Year
    1. Go to class every day and take it seriously.
    2. Do your homework
    3. Ask Questions
    4. Explore and try new things
    5. Make a commitment to reach out to others
    You Can Do This! Commit to these goals because how this school year goes academically is really up to how much time and effort you put in. Believe in yourself. You can do this! And as you meet some of your realistic goals for each class you will get a lot of personal satisfaction.

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    Kadence Waller [STUDENT]Aug 27, 2021 at

    My goal for the 2021-2022 school year is to have all A’s throughout the year.

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    Benjamin Le [STUDENT]Aug 27, 2021 at

    My goal for this 2021-2022 school year is to pass all my classes and graduate with no difficulty whatsoever. I would also like to stay on top of my work throughout this whole school year in order to ensure success for this goal.

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    Kadence Waller [STUDENT]Aug 27, 2021 at

    My Goal for the 2021-2022 school year is to have A honor roll.

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    Benjamin Le [STUDENT]Aug 27, 2021 at

    My goal for the 2021-2022 school year is to pass all my classes and graduate with no difficulty. I also want to stay on top of all my work in order to ensure this goal.

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