This week we look at the sound advice from the E Tū Tāngata Team and how it is important to prioritise your academic goals over the coming weeks. We think their wise words on ‘trying hard’ fit perfectly with being ‘ready to achieve’ at school.

Try hard… it’s actually a good thing, right? We’re not sure why it’s become an insult so we’re on a mission to claim the words back!

Personally, we love it when our barista tries hard, when our doctors try hard and when our pilots try hard. How about you?

Putting in the work now will help learners to achieve their academic goals – both in the derived grade and end of year NCEA exams. In previous editions, we have discussed how to best use your time by creating a study timetable and how to set up a space at home that supports study and is away from distractions. 

This week we focus on ‘trying hard’ in the following areas:

PREPARATION

‘Try hard’ by ensuring you have created your study timetable and are sticking to it! Share your study timetable with family so they can support you to stick to it. Organise your notes and practice as many past papers as possible. Be sure to also attend the many tutorials on offer by your teachers. 

PARTICIPATION

'Try hard’ by turning up in plenty of time for your exams. Attempt all of the questions – even when you are unsure!

PROGRESS

‘Try hard’ by taking on board the feedback your teachers will give you following the exam - this is really helpful heading into the final NCEA exams at the end of the year.

PERSONAL BEST

‘Try hard’ to reach your goals! These exams are taking you one step closer to your future career!

COMING SOON

One of our R2A captains will also be sharing via Ako and Advisory classrooms a fabulous study techniques site they have created.