TERRE HAUTE NORTH PATRIOTS ACADEMIC PLAN

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TERRE HAUTE NORTH FOOTBALL PLAYER GOALS:

1. High school diploma.

2. Represent yourself, family, teammates, coaches, and school with class on and off the field.

3. Compete to your level. If you are a 10, be a 10 all the time. If you are a 7, be a 7 all of the time-on the field, in the weight room, and in the classroom.

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HIGH SCHOOL ELIGIBILITY:

You must pass four classes to be eligible. Eligibility is determined every 6 weeks.The last 12 week grades of the year will determine

next year’s eligibility.

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ESTIMATED PROBABILITY OF COMPETING IN ATHLETICS BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE (2007):

High school football players: 1,071,775 NCAA football players: 61,252 High school senior players: 306,221 NCAA freshmen: 17,501 NCAA senior players: 13,612 NCAA players drafted: 250 % of high school to the NCAA: 5.7% % of NCAA to NFL: 1.8% % of high school players to NFL: .08%

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“A decade after the average athlete graduates, everyone will have forgotten when and where he played. But everytime he speaks, everyone will know whether he was educated.”

Rev. Theodore HesburghUniveristy of Notre Dame

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FOOTBALL ACADEMIC RULES:

1. Turn in every assignment neatly completed on time.2. Take the necessary materials to class.3. Always be respectful to your teacher and

classmates.4. Use a planner daily.5. Sit in the front row of every class.

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Your freshmen year is your most important academic year. You must set a high G.P.A. or you will spend the next three years digging yourself out of a hole. Get off to a good start!

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The only way to fail is to quit. Never give up on a class. EVERY POINT COUNTS! If getting an A in a class is not an option, work to get the best grade you can.

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Every play counts on the field. Every rep counts in the weight room. Every point counts in the classroom.

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Master the skill of repetition.

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ATTENDANCE:

180 DAYS OF SCHOOL OUT OF 365 DAYS IN A YEAR.

Know the difference between illness and not feeling well.Every day of school missed is something important

missed. Talk to your teachers after every absence.Your attendance record will be important to your future

college as well as your future employer.

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PLANNER:Use your planner to mark significant events such as: Homework due dates, test dates, project due dates, study times, 6 week

and trimester end dates, holidays. Practice times, game days, meetings, strength & conditioning sessions,

Fall athletic awards program, 7 on 7 tournaments, mini-camp, etc. Important family functions, birthdays, vacations, medical & dental

appointments, etc.

“Failure to plan is planning to fail.”

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HOME STUDY AREA:

QUIET AREA WITH NO DISTRACTIONS: TV, ETC.DESK, COMFORTABLE CHAIR, & BOOK SHELFPROPER LIGHTINGPENS, PENCILS, & HOLDERPENCIL SHARPNER, STAPLER, PAPER CLIPSPAPER, FOLDERS, BINDERS, & HOLE PUNCHERDICTIONARY & THESARUS

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TUTORING:

Academic study hall during communications 3rd per.Math and Science tutoring Monday, Tuesday,

Wednesday, and Thursday 3:30 to 4:30Rose Hulman homework hotline 1-877-ASK-ROSE

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TEST TAKING: Begin studying for tests several days in advance. Have all the materials you need to successfully take the test

(books, notes, pen or pencil, eraser, text, paper). Listen to instructions carefully. Read and follow directions. Budget your time and answer the easier questions first. If you are

not sure of an answer, eliminate the choices you know are incorrect then make an educated guess.

Reread paragraphs-underline important words or write or draw in the margins. Read the questions before reading the paragraph.

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TEST TAKING:Read all of the choices before you mark your answer.Forget what others in the room are doing. Focus!As soon as you get the test write down important

facts or formulas you want to remember.Check your answers before turning your test in.

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NOTE TAKING:Be an active listener.Put the date and the name of the class on your notes.Write clearly and be organized.Recognize important information (teacher clues).Use symbols and abbreviations.Underline key words or sentences (vocabulary).Take notes when you read.If absent borrow notes from a classmate.Review your notes often, especially before a test.

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TIME MANAGEMENT:Successful time management allows you to finish what needs to

be done as well as do the things you want to do.Use a planner.Extra time to do homework or study: beginning or end of class,

before school, waiting on a ride, riding in the car or bus, before dinner.

ALWAYS use the time teachers give you to do your work.Be able to identify and eliminate distractions: phone, Xbox, TV,

girlfriend.Try to study at the same time each night.

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OTHER TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS:Use the library. Make sure your family knows when you are studying.Pay attention to your focus. Learn to say, “no,” to requests from friends.Be ready for the next day the night before-clothes,

lunch, practice gear, etc.Prioritize.

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SAT/ACT:

Begin taking these tests during the third trimester of your sophomore year or the 1st semester of your junior year.

Most students score better the second and third time they take these tests.

College recruiters will be asking for scores your junior year.

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NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE: 877-622-2321www.ncaaclearninghouse.net

4 years of English3 years of Math -Algebra 1 or higher2 years of Natural/Physical science1 year of additional English, Math, or Science4 years of additional courses (foreign lang., etc.)

The lower your GPA the higher you must score on the SAT. 2.5 GPA in the 16 core classes requires an 820 SAT (verbal & math only) and 68 on the ACT.

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STUDENTS LEARN:10% of what they read20% of what they hear30% of what they see50% of what they see and hear70% of what is discussed with others80% of what they experience personallyand 95% of what they teach to someone else

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OTHER HELPFUL HINTS: Have the phone number of classmates. Know your teacher email addresses. Keep track of your grades so you know where you stand. Take advantage of extra-credit opportunities. Keep your locker and backpack neat. Study your more difficult subjects first when you are more alert. Make your study habits a priority over the other things in your life. Don’t underestimate the importance of proper rest and nutrition. Learn how to adapt to different teachers. Participate in class. Be aware of your body language. Be on time to class. Study in groups whenever possible as long as you don’t lose focus. Proofread all of your homework.

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“A man who tried his best and failed is superior to the man who never tried.”

Bud WilkinsonCollege Hall of Fame Coach

University of Oklahoma

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Yearly Earnings in 2008 based on Education Attainment

Professional Degree $132,719Doctorate Degree $106,188Master’s Degree $79,867Bachelor’s Degree $68,176Associate Degree $48,083Some College $46,001High School Diploma $39,038Less Than H.S. $30,317

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“It’s only four years, but it’s four years for the rest of your life.”