Many high school classes do require students to take notes. There are many online resources to help you improve your note taking skills. Some teachers provide outlines to assist students in taking thorough notes.

Time management is a common concern among many high school students. Staying organized, planning ahead, and keeping an accurate calendar can all assist in time management. There are many online resources to help you stay organized and manage your time effectively including Bullet Journaling (see link).

Every students’ schedule is different. Most students find that they have some free time to enjoy “normal” life. Participation in one or more extra-curricular activities will affect how much free time you have.

Please refer to the syllabus for specific classes to determine homework requirements and expectations. Some students report that there is more homework in their high school classes. The demands of each class depend on the class expectations and will be higher for advanced classes (Pre-AP, AP, Pre-IB, IB, Dual Enrollment). Students may also find that they have additional time to complete homework assignments during the class period. With the A/B schedule, students have commented that it works best to do homework the same day as the class.

Many students find that it is advantageous to take more challenging courses each year as they move through high school so that they are adequately prepared for college. Students will have the opportunity to take advanced courses (Pre-AP, AP, Pre-IB, IB, Dual Credit) during high school. Many of these classes have similar requirements and expectations to classes at the college level. Learning to stay organized, effectively manage time and stress, in addition to participating in extracurricular activities are also valuable skills in helping students prepare for college and career. Many additional factors may affect college readiness including choosing the right courses in high school for your future degree and how you plan to pay for higher education.

Louisiana Key Academy High School Graduation Plans require that students have a minimum of 4 credits in math (Algebra I, Algebra II. Geometry, plus one additional credit). Please review the Math Pathway link for more information.

Most colleges require that high school students complete 4 years of math, science, social science, and English. In addition, students must have completed two years of a foreign language (language other than English). If your student is interested in a specific college or university, it is helpful to review their admission requirements in advance.
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Most colleges are looking for well rounded students with a balance of academic, civic, and extracurricular activities in addition to standardized test scores. It might be helpful to review the admission requirements at several universities. If you plan on majoring in a highly popular major that has a smaller acceptance rate, be sure your transcript shows that you have taken classes that focus on the area of interest, in addition to the other types of courses mentioned. Your transcript should tell a story of interest in that area.
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Tutorials will be offered so that students may get additional help. Tutorial times are usually posted on the teacher’s or school’s website and are listed in the class syllabus.

It is recommended that students challenge themselves with several advanced classes during their high school years. Please consult with your current teachers and your advisor to help determine the best fit for you. The linked document explains the similarities and differences between a variety of college credit classes offered at LA Key.