Six Keys to a Successful School Year

College is preparing you for a career, you need to attend every day so you don't miss any important information.

If there is something you're struggling with or if you have any questions seek help right away. Don't let your questions pile up, your teachers are here to clear up any lessons you may not understand.

Separate your class notes by subject so you can quickly review each topic for any upcoming tests or exams. Add important reminders to your phone's calendar such as assignments, tests or any class-related activities. This will help keep you on track and organized.

Take good, detailed notes and make sure to review them frequently. This will help you retain the information and you can use them as study notes later.

Schedule yourself regular study time. As a general rule you need to study two hours for every one hour of class, this will allow for proper absorption of the material.

Motivation is the single most powerful catalyst for positive change, so be sure to take advantage of that. Every goal you manage to complete award yourself, whether that's with extra social media time or a night out. Incentives are the ideal way to keep our focus on the end goal and work towards achieving it.