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Results of survey of 4 Strategies of Success classes at Mt. Hope High School in Bristol, RI
(Taken on December 15, 2006)                       

Click here for comments from Spring 2008 students                                         

"You don't just do the usual study from the text book but you get involved in everything you do in class.  It is by far one of my favorite classes because we are taught skills and strategies that will stay with us for the rest of our lives."

"It teaches things that aren't usually taught in school but are necessary to be successful."

Question asked:

Yes No Doesn't apply to me
My grades have improved 60.7% 25% 13%
I get along with people better 67.9% 16.7% 14.3%
I understand finances better 65.5% 25% 7.1%
I have a better attitude about school 65.5% 26.2% 7.1%
I am not in trouble as much 40.1% 25% 32.1%
I have a more positive attitude 80.1% 11.9% 7.1%
My attendance has improved 28.6% 25% 40.1%
My lateness has improved 22.6% 34.5% 40.1%
I handle stress better 78.6% 14.3% 3.6%
Would you recommend this class? 90.1% 9.7%  

 

"If you want to have more confidence and deal with stress better, this is the perfect class.  it slowly merges into a small family throughout the semester. It's the best class I have ever taken."
 

"When we started the year off feeling shy and dumb but we got more comfortable as the class went on.  It spreads to other classes too.  I am a better studier and do better in my work."
 

"It's a great way to learn little things that will make a big difference."

More comments from survey results:      

"This is what kids my age need."                  

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"It teaches a lot of things people should know sooner rather than later."

"The greatest class ever."

"It helps with my and others self-esteem because it's a group of different people in different ages/grades thrown into one class that need to learn how to work together and get along as you would at a new job."

"Strategies is an exciting class full of life lessons and a relaxing atmosphere that makes a very good learning environment."

" I think that it has really helped me to handle situations better and adapt to change. Everything we do in class has a purpose."

"The class has a good environment and takes the drab out of the day because it's so different."

"Totally got me more confident on being responsible with my money."

"I love having this class in the morning because after this class I'm in a good mood."

"You don't just do the usual study from the text book but you get involved in everything you do in class.  It is by far one of my favorite classes because we are taught skills and strategies that will stay with us for the rest of our lives."

"This class helps you organize your time and deal with stress which is great since I have all honors classes."

"I absolutely love this class and it's outrageously awesome.  I recommend it to every student.  This class is always the highest point of my day and basically makes my life better."

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