Academics First!
Last year I watched several good
wrestlers fall to ineligibility due to bad grades. Remember we are in school
first to learn, then to wrestle. Now’s the time to hit the books while your
evenings are free and your not tired from a hard practice. Use the first half of
the year to get a good jump on your studies, the second half will come easier if
you do.
Discipline and a routine is the best method for enjoying school. When you walk
in the door, don’t drop the books and run outside or hit the tv and video games. Get your
homework out of the way, the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy, no last
minute frustration for you or your parents. Most of the
ineligible kids simply did not do homework, they were smart, but lazy. Parents,
always ask about homework, a little show and tell with your kids will help find
a problem and will show your child you care.
Use your free periods and study halls wisely. Instead of goofing off, get some
homework out of the way. Being neat and thorough will improve your grades by at
least one grade point. Always ask for extra credit or what you can do to improve
a sagging grade point. A teacher will always help you out and your interest and
effort may just boost your grade.