Going back to school can be dreadful for many. But to help ease us into the transition from summer break to the new school year, we have created a list of tips to use when getting back into classrooms. Utilizing these tips can help students accomplish their best work.
Back to School Tips
Focus on School
Oftentimes, students find themselves “slacking” halfway through the year. This is from working too hard in the start and burning yourself out. But doing little by little and finding a rhythm in your routine allows students to ease back into school and maintain their work ethic throughout the year. Students also get distracted with school drama and relationships, and although it’s all very interesting, it can lead to lowered performance in schoolwork.
Be Involved
When you become too preoccupied with everyday school life, you might end up neglecting your friends. In order to keep up with your friendships while also staying focused on school, get involved in clubs, sports, and cultural associations. This will help you get to know more about your teachers, school, and your classmates as well. Creating a good, healthy balance throughout your school year will help you immensely.
Be Well Rested
Having a full 8 hours of sleep is more important than students may think. Often, students stay up late on their phone, doom-scrolling, studying until 2 am, or anything other than sleeping. A study from the Sleep Foundation shows that “getting less than seven hours has been linked to a weakened immune system, reduced job performance, and a heightened risk of accidents”. High school students require a minimum of 8–10 hours of sleep to fully function throughout a tiring school day.
Stay Organized
It can be hard to go back to school after summer break. With so many classes and so much to keep track of it's hard to stay organized. It is important to use calendars and planners to keep up to date with your assignments and deadlines. To keep organized, you should create and maintain an organized routine to stay stress-free!
As back to school season comes back around, students need help transitioning back to old routines (
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Be Yourself
All in all, the most valuable piece of advice we can give you is to stay true to yourself. Don't let high school drama and stress make you feel lost. Don’t try to “fit in”, true friends will like you for who you are. Staying true to yourself helps you maintain strong relationships, learn more about yourself, and continue to grow.
