Looking for some help with grades or classes?

This is a starting point of things to try.  There are a lot of resources out there and it is easy to get overwhelmed by everything that is available.  Effective study and organizational strategies depend the individual student. 

Berkley NHS Tutors

BHS National Honor Society (NHS) provides free tutoring to BHS students.  Ask your teacher for some names of NHS tutors.  The teacher will also give you the tutors contact information and you can text, email them to set up a time for tutoring!

Adult Tutors

Bloomfield Hills High School has created a comprehensive list of adult tutors available in a variety of subjects.

Tutoring Services

 The Tutoring Center in Birmingham
 MALLY ACT in West Bloomfield

Khan Academy

Students practice at their own pace, first filling in gaps in their understanding and then accelerating their learning.  Created by experts, Khan Academy’s library of trusted, standards-aligned practice and lessons covers math K-12 through early college, grammar, science, history, AP®, SAT®, and more. It’s all free for learners.  

 

Start with your Email + Chrome Browser

Organize your Gmail (and check it often!)

Bookmark websites you use often

 Too many tabs open?

 

Toby Chrome Extension

Organize your browser tabs and access them quickly anywhere.  Add it here!
 

OneTab Chrome Extension

Whenever you find yourself with too many tabs, click the OneTab icon to convert all of your tabs into a list.  Add it here!

Got Missing Assignments?

Google DocMissing Assignment Tracker

How do you keep track of your Assignments?

Google Calendar

Write in my Planner

App on my Phone

Class Manager 

  • Enter and organize classes
  • Organize homework
  • Get homework help
  • List due dates

Egenda 

  • Manage all of your homework, projects, quizzes, and tests from all of your classes in one place
  • Never forget an assignment with daily reminders about what's due the next day
  • Add notes to remember group members or assignment details
  • Easily sort by class, due date, and completion.

The Homework App

  • Add sub-tasks, a convenient way to organize projects and tasks that have multiple steps
  • Color code your subjects!
  • Dashboard to see what's up
  • Pictures say 1000 words​, take a photo and attach it to your task
  • Add your instructor's details so you can stay in the loop
  • In-app calendar, see your tasks on a daily, monthly or yearly basis
  • Make sure you don't forget your homework with reminders
  • Get help with your homework

MyHomework Student Planner

  • Track assignments, projects, tests and more...
  • Track classes
  • Receive due date reminders
  • Sync between devices
  • Upcoming homework widgets

My Study Life

  • Scheduling/timetabling
  • Reminders
  • Tasks
  • Sync data across devices

Make a Schedule

Google DocWeekly After School Schedule template

Try the "Get Ready, Do, Done" system!

Don't want to use a giant board?  Try this worksheet!

Get Distracted?

Use an Analog Clock for Time Management

  1. Make sure you understand how to read an analog clock (or watch this video!) 
  2. You will need an analog clock with a glass face and a dry erase marker. 
  3. When you sit down to do your work, shade in the time on the clock that you will need to complete your assignment. As the minute hand moves, you will have a clear visual of how much time has passed and how much time you have left.

Add the "Thinking Time Tracker" Chrome Extension

This is a digital version of the analog clock strategy.  Add it here!

Try the "Forest: stay focused, be present" Chrome Extension

This blocks certain websites from being used during work time  Add it here!

Plan for the End of Semester Projects

Google DocFinal Projects Snapshot template
Google DocFinal Project Plan template

Grade Calculators 

External LinkGPA Calculator
External LinkFinal Grade Calculator 

BHS Grading Scale

A = 94-100%  A- = 90-93%   B+ = 87-89%

 B = 83-86%   B- = 80-82%   C+ = 77-79%

C = 73-76%    C- = 70-72%   D+ = 67-69%

D =63-66%     D- = 60-62%   E = 59-0%

March 12, 2024
Xello + Xello Family: College + Career Research Tool

Students must complete Start Here lesson in Xello by May 1, 2024

Upcoming BHS Counseling Dates + Events!

  • 2 Apr
    • BHS Digital Readiness Check (English classes)
      Date: Apr 2
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar





      Students MUST bring their District Chromebook to school on April 2nd!



      • To prepare for the digital PSAT/SAT all 9th, 10th, 11th graders must participate in the Digital Readiness Check (DRC) during English class on April 2nd.
      • Any 11th graders who attend CASA for English must report to College + Career Center during hours 1-4.





      Parent/Guardian Opt-out for BigFuture mobile app (10th + 11th grades only)



      • During the DRC, 10th + 11th grade students will be asked if they would like to opt-in to the College Board’s BigFuture School mobile app and Connections.
      • If you do not want your student to opt-in to the Big Future app, you must complete and return this opt-out form to the Student Service Center by Monday, April 1st.






      Four Free College Scores Sends (11th grade only)



      • During the DRC, 11th graders will be able to have their scores sent to four colleges for free. This is optional!
      • Students are able to log back into Bluebook to add/remove colleges up to three days after they test.
  • 5 Apr
  • 9 Apr
    • CASA CLOSED
      Date: Apr 9
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
      Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/aam-iiqj-dds Or dial: (US) +1 440-561-6445 PIN: 338807161# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
    • M-Step, Accommodated PSAT 9/10
      Date: Apr 9
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
  • 10 Apr
  • 11 Apr
  • 16 Apr
  • 19 Apr
  • 25 Apr
    • NACAC Metro Detroit College Fair
      Date: Apr 25
      Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
      Location: Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374, USA
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
      10th + 11th grade students only. Permission slip must be turned in by 4/19.  The first 45 students who turn in permission slip will be able to attend!