How to Manage Time in High School Using Popular Techniques by Roots to Routes Academy

How to Manage Time in High School Using Popular Techniques

Balancing classes, homework, part-time jobs, sports, and a social life can sometimes feel like you’re doing everything all at once. The good news is that mastering solid time-management techniques can make a big difference.

Below, we’ve shared ten simple strategies, each paired with real examples and handy tools, to help Grades 9–12 students in Ontario take charge of their schedules and stress less.

Grade 10 Math: How to Master Trigonometry Before September | Roots to Routes Academy

Grade 10 Math: How to Master Trigonometry Before September

Trigonometry doesn’t have to feel like decoding alien languages. Sure, words like “sine,” “cosine,” and “tangent” sound alien and intimidating, but with the right methods, it will make complete sense to you, and you will understand it perfectly.

This guide breaks down trigonometry into simple steps, with practice problems and tips to help you understand the topic. Let’s dive in!

The Grade 9 Math Survival Guide for Starting Strong in September by Roots to Routes Academy

The Grade 9 Math Survival Guide for Starting Strong in September

Trigonometry doesn’t have to feel like decoding alien languages. Sure, words like “sine,” “cosine,” and “tangent” sound alien and intimidating, but with the right methods, it will make complete sense to you, and you will understand it perfectly.

This guide breaks down trigonometry into simple steps, with practice problems and tips to help you understand the topic. Let’s dive in!

Why Summer is the Best Time to Fix Math Gaps (Especially for Grade 9!) | Roots to Routes Academy

Why Summer is the Best Time to Fix Math Gaps (Especially for Grade 9!)

For many Grade 9 students, high school Math can feel like a non-stop boxing match. At the end of the school year, many grade 9 students are still struggling to catch a breath from learning algebra, fractions, or geometry and are very far away from being in the right frame of mind to even attempt grade 10 math. But here’s the good news: summer is your secret weapon to tackle grade 9 math right before you start grade 10 in September.

Here’s why summer classes are the smartest move for Grade 9 students (and how Roots to Routes Academy makes it work).

Struggling with math? Here’s how to get unstuck with Roots to Routes Academy

Struggling with math? Here’s how to get unstuck

Why Does Math Feel Like a Foreign Language?

Let’s face it: Math class can feel like decoding magic spells while riding a bicycle. If you’ve ever stared at a quadratic equation or a trigonometry problem and thought, “Why is math so hard?”, you’re not alone.

In Ontario, where courses like Grade 9 De-streamed Math (MTH1W) and Grade 12 Calculus (MCV4U) demand both logic and stamina, even talented students hit walls. But here’s the good news: Struggling doesn’t mean you’re “bad at math”. It means you need the right support and maybe a fresh approach.

10 ways to improve academic performance.

10 Ways to Improve Academic Performance in High School

Improving your academic performance isn’t just about getting better grades on your report cards; it’s about confidence, curiosity, and cracking the code to your unique learning style.

Take it from Peter, a Grade 10 student in Brampton who turned his 68% math average into an 84% in one term, not by studying longer, but by tweaking how he studied. This list isn’t another lecture about “trying harder”. It’s a toolkit of proven strategies used by Ontario students and backed by educators to help you breeze through high school’s chaos while keeping your sanity (and GPA) intact.

The Best Math Programs for Grade 9 - 12 students in Ontario by Roots to Routes Academy

The Best Math Programs for Grade 9 – 12 students in Ontario

In Ontario, your math journey from Grade 9 onward shapes your academic path, whether you’re eyeing STEM, business, or trades.

With math programs like MTH1W (Grade 9 de-streamed math) and MCV4U (Grade 12 Calculus), the Ontario curriculum balances theory and real-world skills. But let’s face it: navigating these programs can feel overwhelming.

So, here’s a breakdown of what each grade covers, plus insider tips to succeed. There’s no need for cramming.

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5 Ways to Easily Improve Your Math Grades in Ontario

Let’s be real: Math class can feel like walking around in the dark, or learning a magic spell. You’re juggling equations, deciphering word problems, and praying the teacher doesn’t call on you.

But here’s the secret: math isn’t about being “naturally gifted”, it’s about strategy. Whether you’re tackling Grade 9 algebra or Grade 12 calculus, these five methods can help you navigate Ontario’s math curriculum with less stress and better results.

What Happens After You Drop a Course in Ontario? | Roots to Routes Academy

 What Happens After You Drop a Course in Ontario?

Dropping a course feels like hitting the brakes on a part of your life. Maybe the workload was overwhelming, the teacher’s style didn’t click, or personal stuff got in the way.

Whatever the reason, you’re not alone; lots of Ontario students face this choice every year. But after you hand in that withdrawal form, what actually happens? Does it haunt your transcript? Will universities care? Read along to find out what happens if you drop a course in Ontario.