Serious Senioritis

Senioritis - it's a term I hear often around my office and while I understand that it can be a challenge to continue motivating yourself to finish your high school career strong, it is important!

Interim grades were due on Friday and today I received a printout of the PAGES of students that have either a D or an F on their interims. This is particularly a concern for seniors as it can jeopardize graduation (a very real fear for many) and it can also jeopardize your college future. For example, remember, that the colleges reserve the right to revoke your acceptance if the grades you are earning are not on pace with what they expected at the time of your application. They can also place you on academic probation and take back scholarship offers. Obviously, these would not be good scenarios, but it does happen. For example, in the past OSU has requested students whose grades dropped off in the 2nd semester to provide written documentation about why there was a change. USA Today recently featured an article that addresses senioritis and why there is a concern that this year colleges could rescind more applications than in the past.

So, while the improved weather, senior tag, and "fun" days like Arts in Action and the upcoming field trip to Cedar Point may make it hard to focus on the day to day responsibilities of meeting your classroom expectations it is very important!