All students are invited to join the Friday Morning Study Skills Movie at 8:25 in the Media Center. A description of this activity was sent home with first quarter report cards. Please check our Counseling Blog (right hand side under pages) on the Dickerson website for details or http://dmscc.typepad.com/counselors_corner/study-skills-morning-movies.html .
November 13 “Not Enough Time”
Assists students in balancing school, social, and personal responsibilities effectively.
December 11 “This is a Test only a Test”
Explains the most effective ways to approach common formats of tests such as multiple choice, matching, essay, short answer and standardized tests.
January 8 “Improve your Memory, Improve your Grades”
Gives tips on how to improve your memory.
February 12 “This Way to an A”
High School students give tips on studying, note taking, organizing your time and reading.
March 19 “Test-Taking without Fear”
Understand the causes and the solutions to overcome anxiety during testing.
7th grade
Mrs. Millard is in the process of training the Notebook Buster helpers. These students will be able to assist fellow 7th grade students with organizing and cleaning out notebooks. This activity will be offered twice a month from 8:30 to 9:00 in 7A5. The students needing assistance should stop by and see Mrs. Millard to make arrangements for help.