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How to Survive High School

I remembering my first day of high school pretty well, I was very nervous and afraid. Now that I am a junior, I do not know why! High school has been the reasoning for some of my best memories. However, I must admit, having an older sister help me with all difficult decisions has been a HUGE help! Here are some of the things she has passed onto me and some of the things I have learned:

• Do not wait until the last minute to schedule your classes online! Most of the fun electives have already been taken by the upperclassmen as it is. Try your best to have an idea of the classes you want and have a backup plan or two! If you cannot get a certain class, it is not the end of the world!

• Go to school. I know this sounds silly but the more class you miss, the harder it gets. I missed a whole week of school and it was so hard to catch back up!

• Try to pay attention in class, even if it is your least favorite subject! Get as much sleep as you can so you are not falling asleep in class. Most teachers will not give you sympathy when you are lost.

• Spread your wings! You can join so many fun activities, clubs, and sports teams! Talk to new people! There are so many different people, not just your class anymore!

• Stay organized! Do not just throw your papers into your backpack or locker. They will get lost or you will forget to turn them in. Most high school teachers do not accept late work.

• Check your grades frequently. Go onto Skyward and keep track of missing assignments and your grades. Many teachers allow test corrections or a retake. Take advantage of those opportunities.

• As you get older, try to take AP classes. They are “Advanced Placement” classes or college course classes. They will help you when it comes time to take college and it does not cost nearly as much.

• On your own time study and do your homework. Sometimes homework may not be required. However, it will help when it comes time to take a test and you know what to do!

• It may seem like a waste of time for some people, but study. Some people can get away with not studying at all. You need to find a system that you like and helps you. For example; flashcards, taking notes, or writing a word 5 times.

• Have FUN! You are only in high school once so live it up! Go to football games and cheer! Take everything in before it’s over, because in only 4 years it will be over!