1. Study/Test Taking Skills. Signup at http://number2.com/ this is a free website that will help you prepare for the ACT and GRE test preparation plus has a “word of the day” sent to you to increase your vocabulary. What a great way to enhance you test taking skills and help build your confidence.
ACT has free test prep, sign-up at https://academy.act.org/ another great website to learn new skills through video lessons, interactive practice questions, games, and materials. If you put forth some time and effort this summer you can achieve great rewards.
2. Refresh through Reading. Make a list of books you would like to read over summer break. If you use a Nook you can download many free eBooks from the Barnes and Noble website or you can stop by a garage sale and grab a paperback for .50 cents.
The more you read the better you get, practice makes perfect!
3. Reset-get a summer job or internship! Great way to earn money and develop some lifetime skills such as;
- Communication Skills-verbal, listening, and writing
- Time management, punctuality, flexibility, dependability
- Interpersonal – “People Skills” how you relate with others
- Organization, problem solving, planning, & initiative
- Looks great on your résumé
5. Relax through recreation. Exercise, bike, swim, kayak, run. Sign-up at your local Parks and Recreation or YMCA for group activities, or be a volunteer coach for a youth league. Enjoy!
Cindy - ICAN Hiawatha Center
