6-8th Grade: Foundation for Academic Success in Middle School

  • Attend class.
  • Participate.
  • Do your homework.
  • Complete & Submit assignments on time.
  • Learn how to study.
  • Maintain academic integrity (no cheating).
  • Know your current & cumulative GPA – use Calculating Your GPA.

*If you take Algebra 1 and a foreign language by 8th grade, your grades will count toward the high school A-G GPA requirements.

  • Begin at californiacolleges.edu and the My Experience tab.
  • Extra-curricular activities (outside of your academic interest).
  • Co-curricular activities (directly related to academic interest).
  • Connect with others.
  • Important for college, scholarship, and employee applications.

  • Write down your personal, academic, and career goals – use californiacolleges.edu and the My Goals tab.
  • Ask for help from friends, family, study groups, tutors, teachers, student services, and other support.

  • Manage your time – make time to get involved, maintain a study routine, and also have fun.
  • Stay organized.
  • Get adequate sleep.
  • Engage in your personal goals.