Marion Jones burned the Track

Summary  

Olympic Track and Field star Marion Jones prestigiously won 5 medals (3 gold and 2 bronze) during the 2000 Sydney, Australia Olympics. Her reputation was abolished when she appeared outside of a federal court after being found guilty of using sport enhancing substances during the 2000 Olympics which led to her triumphant performance in Track and Field. Marion was sentenced to 6 months in prison and was stripped of her medals and her freedom.

Reflection

Marion Jones will now and always feel ashamed of her pathetic actions. Why did she use the enhancing supplements? I believe that she used the supplements because she felt inadequate something that is not uncommon in athletics. Marion jones disgraced the both herself and the athletics department. Some believe that Marion either was influenced to use the supplements or began to use the supplements because she felt pressured during or before the Olympics. Marion harbored her guilt over the course of all those years when she could have avoided all of these disastrous results. Marion Jones’s reputation and career is now disgraced which is what she harshly deserves.  

Selecting Your Courses: Part 6

Selecting Your Courses
Part 6

Success in AP can also help you in other ways. AP helps you stand out in the admission process and offers the opportunity to learn from some of the most inspiring teachers in the world. Learn more about  the AP Program.

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Use College Search to look up a specific college’s academic requirements to be sure you are on track to attend the college of your choice.

If you have concerns regarding your class schedule or progress in school, set up a meeting with your school counselor, teacher or adviser. There are many resources to help with this process, and with achieving your personal, college and career goals. Without goals, you meander all sorts of directions. Goals give you purpose, direction, enthusiasm, and passion for what you really desire. Define your goals deliberately, evaluate your goals often and make changes as necessary, work hard to achieve goals, and continue working hard until you actually do reach your goals.

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Selecting Your Courses: Part 5

Selecting Your Courses
Part 5

The Arts

Research indicates that students who participate in the arts often do better in school and on standardized tests. The arts help you recognize patterns, discern differences and similarities, and exercise your mind in unique ways, often outside of a traditional classroom setting.

Many colleges require or recommend one or two semesters in the arts. Good choices include studio art, dance, music and drama. Many students have talents and extraordinary abilities in the arts. Students should look within their own repertoire of talents and identify their artistic abilities and take college classes to develop their talents.

Advanced Placement Program (AP)

To be sure you are ready to take on college-level work, enroll in the most challenging courses you can in high school, such as honors or AP courses. Research consistently shows that students who score a 3.0 or higher on an AP Exam typically experience greater academic success and college graduation rates than students who don’t take AP classes.

Work hard in your righteous pursuits, and you will recap the benefits of self-fulfillment and job satisfaction. Don’t take shortcuts just to “get by,” instead, take challenging and difficult roads (courses) and reach higher mountain peaks of achievement.

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Selecting Your Courses: Part 3

Selecting Your Courses
Part 4

Social Studies

You can better understand local and world events that are happening now by studying the culture and history that has shaped them. Here is a suggested course plan:

·        U.S History (two semester)

·        U.S Government (one semester)

·        World History or Geography (one semester)

·        One additional semester in the above or other areas.

Foreign Languages

Solid foreign language study shows colleges you’re willing to stretch beyond the basics. Many colleges require at least two years of study in the same foreign language, and some prefer more.

Learning a foreign language can be a challenge but is exciting. Repetition is the key to learning a language, and having conversations with others speaking the same language is the best way to learn this new language. Repetition in a fun way will build your skills thoroughly as you seek to master new languages.

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Selecting Your courses: Part 3

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Part 3

Science

Science teaches you to think analytically and apply theories to reality. Colleges want to see that you’ve taken at least three years of laboratory science classes. A good combination includes two semesters of each of the following sciences:

·        Biology

·        Chemistry and Physics

·        Earth/ Astronomical science

More competitive schools expect you to take four years of lab sciences courses. You can add two semesters in one of the following subjects:

·        Chemistry or Physics (the science you didn’t already study)

·        Advanced Biology

·        Advanced Chemistry

·        Advanced Physics

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Selecting Your Courses: Part 2

Selecting Your Courses
Part 2

The following subjects and classes are standard fare for success in high school and beyond, whether you plan to attend a four-year or two-year College.

English (Language Arts):

Take English every year. Traditional courses, such as American and English literature, help you improve your writing skills, reading comprehension and vocabulary.

Arithmetic’s (Math):

You need algebra and geometry to succeed on college entrance exams and in college math classes --- and in many careers. Take them early on. That way, you’ll be able to enroll in advanced science and math classes in high school, and show colleges you’re ready for higher-level work.

Most colleges look for students who have taken three years of math in high school. The more competitive ones require or recommend four years. Each school has its own program, but some of the courses typically offered are:

·        Algebra I

·        Algebra II

·        Geometry

·        Trigonometry

·        Calculus

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Selecting Your Courses: Part 1

Selecting Your Courses
Recommended Classes for College Success
Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/33.html

The academic rigor of your high school courses is an important factor in the college admission process. College admissions officers see your high school course schedule as a blueprint of your education. They’re looking for a solid foundation of learning that you can build on in college.

To create that foundation, take at least solid academic classes every semester. Start with the basics and then move on to advanced courses. Challenging yourself is a part of what makes school fun; but you need a firm grasp of the fundamentals before going on to more advanced work.

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Profile of a Successful Student: Part 3

Profile of a Successful Student
Part 3

… owns or has easy access to a computer with Internet access and e-mail

 

You don’t have to be a computer to be successful in online learning---but you must have access, as well as a basic level of competency in using them. Owning a computer with Internet access from your home is ideal, but many students use the computer lab on campus or at their offices to complete their work.

… has basic computer skills and is willing and open to learning new ones

We said you don’t have to be a computer expert to be successful in online learning. However, there are some basic technical skills you should have mastered prior to enrolling in an online course.

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Profile of a Successful Student: Part 2

Profile of a Successful Student
Part 2

Work Together. There are a number of ways that you can ensure you get the most out of your education experience. First, participate fully. Engage regularly in the discussions and be willing to share your personal, professional, and educational experiences. You can get to know your classmates through the dialogue that is created in a course environment---sometimes even better than in a face—to—face class. And the same goes for your instructor. Be sure to contact your professor---especially if you are having problems. He/she is still your instructor and will be there to guide and assist you as needed.

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Profile of a Successful Student: Part 1

Profile of a Successful Student
Part 1

http://www.plymouth.edu/office/online-education-learning/profile-of-a-successful-student

A successful student…

… Takes responsibility for his/her learning

Online learning can be a powerful, stimulating, engaging experience for the student who work and think independently. However, since most---if not all---of the learning takes place on your own time, you will not have the kind of direct supervision you would in a classroom. Online learning therefore requires a significant commitment from you. All education comes down to what you’re willing to invest in the experience---this is particularly true in the online environment. Commitment, self-discipline and self-motivation are all key qualities to ensuring success in an online course!

… is comfortable and confident with written communication

Reading and writing are the basis of most online courses, so it’s critical that you feel comfortable with this form of communication. While some courses contain modules that include videos or other activities, all of them require significant amounts of reading. And nearly all of your communication with your classmates and your instructors will be in writing. If these weak areas are for you, you will want to address those issues prior to enrolling or while enrolled in an online course. The PSU Writing Center is available to assist you.

… is willing to be a member of a learning community

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