College Go Week
September 29th-October 3rd
Tips on to Study
What is Studying?
Studying means spending time learning about something so you can understand it better. It can be reading a book, practicing math problems, or even watching a video to learn new things.
Talk about a time when learning was hard and what you did to make it easier
What were you trying to learn?
How did you feel when it was hard to study?
What did you do to make it easier?
If you need to complete homework at home, what does your study space look like and why it helps you
Draw what your study space looks like at home.
What things do you keep in your study space?
How do you arrange your things to help you focus?
Why is it important to have a tidy study space?
Do you like it quiet when you study or do you like some background noise like music?
Discuss the different ways you can ask for help when you don't understand something
Who can you ask for help when you are stuck?
How can you ask for help nicely?
How does asking for help make studying easier?
Tips for Studying
Take Breaks: It's okay to take short breaks while studying to rest your mind.
Ask Questions: If you don't understand something, ask a teacher, parent, or friend for help.
Stay Organized: Keep your study space tidy and have all your materials ready.
Make it Fun: Use colorful pens, draw pictures, or make up songs to help you remember things
Practice Regularly: Try to study a little bit every day instead of cramming all at once.
Reading and college/careers are deeply connected because strong reading skills are foundational for academic success and professional growth. Here’s how they’re linked:
🔹 1. College Readiness
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Understanding Complex Texts: College coursework involves reading academic papers, textbooks, and research that require strong comprehension.
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Critical Thinking: Reading helps students analyze arguments, synthesize information, and evaluate sources—essential for writing papers and participating in discussions.
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Efficient Study: Students who read well can study more efficiently, grasp concepts faster, and retain more information.
🔹 2. Career Preparation
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Workplace Communication: Many careers require reading reports, emails, manuals, contracts, or technical documents.
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Following Instructions: Jobs often come with written guidelines and protocols that require careful reading.
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Problem-Solving: Reading helps employees understand problems, gather information, and make informed decisions.
🔹 3. Professional Development
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Lifelong Learning: Successful professionals often stay current by reading industry news, research, and trends.
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Better Job Performance: Good readers are better at learning new skills, adapting to changes, and handling complex tasks.
🔹 4. Career Opportunities
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Higher Earning Potential: Strong literacy skills are linked to better job prospects and higher salaries.
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Wide Range of Careers: Fields like law, medicine, education, journalism, marketing, and science require advanced reading and comprehension.
🔹 5. Soft Skills
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Empathy & Communication: Reading fiction, for example, can improve emotional intelligence—key for teamwork and leadership.
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Confidence: Strong reading skills boost self-confidence, especially when tackling new or challenging material.
SHERRY FINNERTY MS. ED
Veterans Elementary at Mundell
Behavior Interventionist
CHARLENE ZAGER MSW, LCSW
Liberty Elementary
Grizzly Zager
Liberty Elementary School
Therapy Dog
LAURA ROTH MS. ED
Joan Martin Elementary
RYAN WILLIAMS
School Counselor
Veterans Elementary at Mundell
TAYLOR LOUIE
School Counselor
Early Learning Center
219-942-7263 X 8804
DEBBIE MATTHYS
MS. ED.
Director of SEL
Administration Building
219-942-8885