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20 Tools and Resources To Help You Excel at High School —In Person and Online
As a high school student, the struggle is real. When there’s a lot to do and school work has you stressed, learning how to do school work more effectively is valuable. We want to help you get school work done! Here are 20 resources and tools that can help you through it…
Valuable Resources at the HUB Benefit Students on their Journey to Graduation
At Grad Solutions, we know that many of our students have specific needs and they’re not all the same. That’s why we provide services and resources to meet the needs of students. Whatever those needs are, our staff is there for them to help them through whatever is affecting them.
Making Your Voice Heard: 3 Steps to Becoming a Voter
As a citizen of the United States, you hold great power when you exercise your right to vote. You can have influence by helping to elect officials, who make decisions on your behalf, by voting. In this article, we share information on how to get started.
Kick Distractions So You Can Study
Distractions can hurt you by interfering with your ambitions. They can keep you from accomplishing something important, if you let them. Don’t let distractions keep you from making the life changing progress you need to make. In this article, discover ways you can keep distractions away.
What to Do When There's Too Much to Do
It’s not unusual for students to get into situations where work piles up and it doesn’t seem to end. Thoughts of it all makes your anxiety spike. There are many tricks and methods people use to get stuff done. Here, we’ll share with you a recommended technique to get things done!
Up Your Homework Game and Get on Track
Sometimes, getting homework done is a slam dunk. Other times, there are a million other things we would rather be doing. In this article, we share some simple strategies to help students overcome their homework challenges and get on track.
Dealing with Math Anxiety
It could be argued that close to 50% of the population struggles with math. If that doesn’t make you feel better, here are some tips to help you overcome the struggle with math.
How to Write an Informative Essay
Writing is something that you will do for the rest of your life. You may not realize it, but you write all the time; social media, emails to teachers, resumes, proposals, and more! You will want your writing to make you sound educated and knowledgeable in order for people to take you seriously. There are a few elements to writing that are super important, especially when you write for academic reasons, like school.
Time Management Tips for Online Students
Time management is one of those skills that are difficult to build but can set you up for a lifetime of success. We’ve collected some of the best time management tips that will help you find success in online learning.
What to Expect After Enrolling
So you’ve decided to take the next step toward completing your high school diploma by enrolling with Grad Solutions. What happens next? Let's find out!
Jumpstart Your Future with Workforce and WEX
Workforce Solutions is a state-funded government program designed for young adults between the ages of 16 and 24 to help them overcome barriers that may be preventing them from finishing high school or pursuing higher education.
The Casa Grande HUB: Helping Undo Barriers
Grad Solutions is proud to support Casa Grande students looking to return to school with online learning options while also having an in-person supportive learning environment. We have created a small and unique studying space called the HUB, located in the Goodwill on Florence Boulevard (1325 E Florence Blvd Casa Grande, AZ 85122).
Supporting Your Child's Online Education in Edgenuity
As the parent of an online learner, it can be challenging to know how best to support your child. At Grad Solutions, we know that parents are our biggest allies and can be critical to a student’s success in online learning. For a parent to be connected to what their student is doing online, they must understand how to use Edgenuity. This platform allows you to receive regular updates on your child’s progress via email or to access a parent portal on demand.
7 Keys to Effective Note-Taking
As a high school student, learning to take good notes is one of the best things that you can do to ensure you succeed in your education. Effective notes can help students retain information, solidify knowledge, study efficiently, and take better tests. Not only can it help you to become a more successful high school student, but note-taking skills can also help you be successful in college and beyond.
I Want to Go Back to School - Now What?
If you dropped out and now you’re thinking “I want to go back to school!” this is your guide. Whether you’re thinking about the GED or committed to getting your high school diploma, it’s important to follow these five steps to success.