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%

Upcoming BHS Counseling Dates + Events!

  • 2 Oct
    • Michigan Tech Info Session 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
      Michigan Tech Info Session
      Date: Oct 2
      Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
  • 3 Oct
    • Kettering University Info Session
      Date: Oct 3
      Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • Drop-in College App Help 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Drop-in College App Help
      Date: Oct 3
      Time: 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar

      Are you a senior confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

      Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center every Tues & Wed @lunch!

      • Starts next Tues, Sept. 5th thru Wed, Nov. 1st!
      • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
      • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!
  • 4 Oct
    • Drop-in College App Help 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Drop-in College App Help
      Date: Oct 4
      Time: 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar

      Are you a senior confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

      Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center every Tues & Wed @lunch!

      • Starts next Tues, Sept. 5th thru Wed, Nov. 1st!
      • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
      • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!
  • 9 Oct
  • 10 Oct
    • Adrian College Info Session 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
      Adrian College Info Session
      Date: Oct 10
      Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • University of Olivet Info Session
      Date: Oct 10
      Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • Drop-in College App Help 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Drop-in College App Help
      Date: Oct 10
      Time: 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar

      Are you a senior confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

      Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center every Tues & Wed @lunch!

      • Starts next Tues, Sept. 5th thru Wed, Nov. 1st!
      • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
      • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!
  • 12 Oct
  • 13 Oct
  • 16 Oct
  • 17 Oct
    • The Ohio State University Info Session
      Date: Oct 17
      Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • The College of Wooster (OH) Info Session
      Date: Oct 17
      Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • Drop-in College App Help 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Drop-in College App Help
      Date: Oct 17
      Time: 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar

      Are you a senior confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

      Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center every Tues & Wed @lunch!

      • Starts next Tues, Sept. 5th thru Wed, Nov. 1st!
      • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
      • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!
  • 18 Oct
    • Northern Michigan University Info Session
      Date: Oct 18
      Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • Drop-in College App Help 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Drop-in College App Help
      Date: Oct 18
      Time: 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar

      Are you a senior confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

      Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center every Tues & Wed @lunch!

      • Starts next Tues, Sept. 5th thru Wed, Nov. 1st!
      • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
      • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!
  • 19 Oct
  • 23 Oct
  • 24 Oct
    • University of Detroit Mercy Info Session
      Date: Oct 24
      Time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • Drop-in College App Help 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Drop-in College App Help
      Date: Oct 24
      Time: 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar

      Are you a senior confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

      Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center every Tues & Wed @lunch!

      • Starts next Tues, Sept. 5th thru Wed, Nov. 1st!
      • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
      • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!
  • 25 Oct
    • Oakland University Info Session
      Date: Oct 25
      Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar
    • Drop-in College App Help 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Drop-in College App Help
      Date: Oct 25
      Time: 12:45 PM to 1:15 PM
      Location: College + Career Center
      Calendar: BHS Counseling Department Calendar

      Are you a senior confused about...the college application process?... filling out college applications?... not knowing where to start?

      Drop-in College App Help in the College + Career Center every Tues & Wed @lunch!

      • Starts next Tues, Sept. 5th thru Wed, Nov. 1st!
      • Bring your device, lunch, and a friend!
      • Be sure to check out the BHS Counseling College website for answers to many of your questions!