whatmakesagoodstudent

Everyone seems to have an idea about what qualities are possessed by a good student. I'm sure that each of you also has some thoughts on this topic.

Please submit your comments about what makes a \"good student.\" I look forward to putting them on this site which is reserved solely for communications between you and me. Thank you. Mr. DesBarres Comments Evan Calip said:

What makes a good student is a student who tries his/her best in a class and if he/she has a problem, askes for help from the teacher. A good student is a student who tries to get involved with school. They could do sports, student council, ect. That right there is my definition of a good student, thank you...

September 13, 2006 8:17 PM Julian Taylor said:

I think what makes a good student is a student that excels in his or her work. That is participating in activitiesand that is willing to do anything for the his or her school. A good student is a person who is faithful, trustworthy, strong hearted, honest, loving and caring , has belief in

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themselves and others, prepared student, that has self discipline,and the many other stupendous things a person can be. They should also be respectful and freindly to the people around them. Last is a student that wants to learn, read, and write. They also to do the best he can be and do. That is what I think a good student should be. September 13, 2006 8:54 PM melanie vaughn said:

A student who is willing to learn, studies hard, and takes school seriously is a good student. A good student asks questions if they need help. They excel to find things out that they heard about in school. September 13, 2006 9:41 PM u kno who said:

a good student doesnt have to get the best grades in the class, or doesnt always have to be the smartest. a good student tries hard and does as they are told. they follow the rules and listens. aslong as you try your best, you can be the best student! September 13, 2006 10:11 PM RaChEl said:

a good student doesnt have to get the best grades. they dont have to be the smartest or always be the one to get awards. a good student is someone who trys as hard as they can. they always do their best and always does as told. they listen and follow the rules. to be a good student al you

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have to do is your best September 13, 2006 10:16 PM Diego El Jechin said:

There are many things that make a good student.Good behavior and respect for authority all make a good student.There are also things inside that make a good student.A good student needs a loving soul and personality that is befitting of a Catholic.A good student does what he is told and what is needed of him and would do anything for a friend in need.As an 8th grader, I will definitely try to follow these guidelines as I want to remain a good student. September 13, 2006 10:26 PM colton petty said:

What I think makes a good student is because is not someone who gets A's and B's. A good student is someone who fulfills their capability and does their best. If their best is a C and they get a C that is better than someone who can get an A but gets a B. That is because they fulfilled their capability and could not do any better. A good student is also someone who concentrates on their work and does not worry about someone elses work. They just strive to do their best. They also do not try to be better than someone else but do their best and learn from others who do better. Dont be jealous of someone, learn from them and try to be better. That to me is a good student.

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September 13, 2006 11:12 PM colton petty said:

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What I think makes a good student is not someone who gets A's and B's. A good student is someone who fulfills their capability and does their best. If their best is a C and they get a C that is better than someone who can get an A but gets a B. That is because they fulfilled their capability and could not do any better. A good student is also someone who concentrates on their work and does not worry about someone elses work. They just strive to do their best. They also do not try to be better than someone else but do their best and learn from others who do better. Dont be jealous of someone, learn from them and try to be better. That to me is a good student.

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Eric Momoli said:

I think what makes a good student is when a student pays attention in class and gives respect to their teachers their fellow students, and staff. In addition, a good student always tries his or her best in everything they do from getting good grades to class participation. So what I am trying to say is that a good student is one who is kind, polite, open minded to all opinions, welcoming with their peers and lastly a calm and positive thinker. September 14, 2006 7:40 PM M. Dupont said:

I think being a good student is more about the O in Work Habits than an A in a subject on a report card. In order to be a good student one must be responsible enough to study for tests and turn in homework. Yes, a good student generally gets good grades, but I think the effort they put into their work, not their intelligence, is behind the A’s and B’s. Good grades are a function of good work habits. If you are responsible about your schoolwork, it typically leads to good grades. September 14, 2006 8:01 PM Kristen Taketa said:

Good students set out their goals and stick to them. They don't even have to write out their goals, just know them. They aren't stopped by F's or missing homework assignments. Good students consider the goal as a multi-step process that includes failures, stumbles, and bumps on the road.

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It reminds them to keep trying harder and to go for the gold. Good students have the determination and ability to accomplish things that can be far more desirable than straight A's and O's. September 14, 2006 11:09 PM Andrew Williams said:

I think that a good student possesses the qualities of determination, friendliness, and obedience. The quality of determination gives the student the will to keep trying their hardest in and out of class and the ability to strive to be successful. It doesn't matter what grade a student gets but how hard he/she tries to do the best they can in everything they do.

The quality of friendliness helps a student make friends with fellow classmates and in helping others with their needs. This helps the whole class carry on through the years as a cohesive group.

The quality of obedience helps students stay out of trouble, and listen and respond to the teacher. Obedience helps students to show respect to their peers and teachers.

Catholicism also helps keep students going down the right path and following in the ways of Christ.

September 14, 2006 11:35 PM Estefania Woelke said:

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Thier are many things that make a good student.A good student isn't just someone who gets A's and B's but a good student has to also respect thier classmates and teacher's. Even if a student dosen't get good gardes in class dosen't mean thier a bad student it just means that they have to try harder then some of the other kids in the class. That is what i think makes a good student!

September 16, 2006 3:31 PM Estefania Woelke said:

Thier are many things that make a good student.A good student isn't just someone who gets A's and B's but a good student has to also respect thier classmates and teacher's. Even if a student dosen't get good gardes in class dosen't mean thier a bad student it just means that they have to try harder then some of the other kids in the class. That is what i think makes a good student!

September 16, 2006 3:37 PM Stanley Anunciacion said:

A good student is someone who works to their fullest and looks on to something new.Like to try new things that youve never done.Like play a different sport, or try to learn another subject that you find boring. A good student always does the homework as well as their class work. A student must be determined in order to do their best, because once you do your best you will be successful and you wont have anything to regret.Good

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students can be someone who works the hardest whatever grade they get.Another good student is someone who also gets along with the teachers, the staff, and the students around him. Friends help you excel in school whether you study together, help each other in homework, or just encourage each other to do each others best. Behavior and work habits count too. Whether or not your willing to work. Also, having the will to help fund for your school or be in student council to help run the school. September 16, 2006 6:36 PM Robert Hebron said:

the thing that makes a good student is a person that is responsible and trustworthy. they help out in school activities such as student council, academic decathlon, sports, and many other things. a good student does their best in class and it doesnt matter how smart you are. a good student is someone who tries their best in class September 17, 2006 12:44 AM Cynthia Ramos said:

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instructions,trys there hardest to understand a subject that they find not intersting,trys to look out for there friends,and also put there whole heart into something they love. A good student wouldn't blame there friends of doing something wrong that they did. They woudn't turn in there

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homework late. A good student will try there hardest to be the best they can be in school and throughout the year. September 17, 2006 3:38 PM Jared Gabaldon said:

I think a good student is a person that makes school their number one priority. They study when they get home from school. They do not wacth television. All that they do is homework and study. Friends and sports are second. School is all that matters until the end of your college days. A good student is quiet and woks hard. That is what I think a good student is. September 17, 2006 4:57 PM Jared Gabaldon said:

A good student is the hardest worker in the class. They study the hardest and participate the most. They ussually are called ''teacher's pets\". A good student is nice to everyone. They are the workhorses for our class. They turn in all of their homework on time and like to learn. That is what a good student is.

September 17, 2006 5:04 PM Francisco Echevarria said:

I think a student is responsible a person.They should be arole model.I think that will also have a felling that they want to learn.I think that a student that does all they work and does not slack off. September 17, 2006 5:13 PM

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CyNtHiA MaRtiNeZ said:

wat makes a good student is a student who tries their best in class. A good student is not a student who just gets A's and B's. A good student makes the effort to participate in class and activities such as sports and student council. A good student pays attention to their work and studies hard. They respect their fellow classmates, teaches and staff. Thats wat makes a good student!! September 17, 2006 6:34 PM stephen velazquez said:

I think what makes a good student is a strong work ethic . They dont have to get A's and B's as long they take part in the activites . Respect their classmates and teachers and sports comes second during school . So to be a good student you need to be Obedent and keep a positive attitude . September 17, 2006 7:18 PM John Cortenbach said: said:

A good student is friendly to everyone who is new to our school. We should be respectful to each other at SMMS and to all people in and outside our school. We must do our best in school and never give up for who we want to be. The most important thing in becoming a great student is to never lie to your teacher. We have to be honest with each other because it is the right thing to do.

If someone is all alone and feeling left out, we should cheer them up and

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make them feel good about themselves. A good student does his home work and stays on task for what he/she is working on. September 17, 2006 8:56 PM Derrick Fuentes said:

What makes a good student is someone who does their work on time and who participates in class. The other things that make a good student is someone who is active, responsible, and gives 100% in all their work. Also people who are active in helping in their community, people who read the Bible, and people who love Jesus and God! :) September 17, 2006 9:18 PM Nathan Carver said:

I think what makes a good student is he/she is concintrated on their work.He/she shuld be studdying every night and should not spend to much time on the enternet,TV, or phone. It is not a good Idea to procrastanate it is better to do your homework when you get a chance. A good student should put school first not a vidieo game or sports. September 17, 2006 9:36 PM Brandon Lomboy said:

I think that a good student is somebody who works hard, studies, and pays attention in school. A good student should always be ready to learn and participate in class. One thing a good student should have are two caring and supportive parents. I also think a good student should have great

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friends that also supports he/she in every way they can. September 17, 2006 9:38 PM Nick Santos said:

A good student is the person who tries their best at every assignment or activity. A good student should also be eager to be active in the student body or student council. A good student would be the one who is respectful to their classmates and helps them in hard times. they turn in all of their homework on time and act as a role model to everyone else. September 17, 2006 9:42 PM Jared Sanchez said:

I think what makes a good student is someone who always tries their best. A student who isn't afraid to ask a question in class. A good student should be more than that though. A good student also has to be a good peer to his/her fellow classmates. To help them if they need help and be nice to them in an all around manner. And last of all i think a good student needs to be respectful to teh staff and his/her teachers. September 17, 2006 9:56 PM Derrick Fuentes said:

What makes a good student is people who are responsible and is always in the mood of learning everyday during school. Also a good student should be interested with schoolwork and students who get good grades. September 17, 2006 10:47 PM

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Martin Duda said:

I think a good student is someone who makes good decisions. They always are prepared and can help others around them out. The good students think before they do an action, because it may not always be the right one to choose. They also are honest and help others be trustworthy and never lie. The students also know when to quit, like when you have to do homework than go to a sports game, or anything like that. They also must look for their chances to grow, so that they can learn. September 17, 2006 11:31 PM Monnet Mueller said:

A good student always trys to do his or her best in everything she or he is faced with. She or he is always kind and respectful to one another. Not only to achieve in school, but also to better them selfs within. And know matter what problem they have they always look in the brighter side cause thats a smms student would do! September 18, 2006 12:25 AM Doug Jaquay said:

what makes a good student is someone who always gives thier best effort into his or hers work and is always nice to people and respects the teachers and doesnt talk during class. September 18, 2006 5:15 PM Jonathan said:

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A good student is one who possess excellent study habits, reading comprehention,

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concentration, dedication, responsiblity,

consistency, etc. However, above all of these, is a hard-working attitude. School for some is extremely difficult, even if one were to possess all the traits in the first sentence, it still takes a great deal of work to succeed. September 20, 2006 11:08 AM Jonathan said:

A good student is one who possess excellent study habits, reading comprehention,

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concentration, dedication, responsiblity,

consistency, etc. However, above all of these, is a hard-working attitude. School for some is extremely difficult, even if one were to possess all the traits in the first sentence, it still takes a great deal of work to succeed.

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