It’s that time of year again—time for going back to school.
This could mean returning to a school you went to last year or staking out
all-new territory, like middle or high school. Yikes! What if your teachers are
mean? What if you get too much homework? Don’t worry! We’ve got all the answers
right here.
What if I get lost?
Chances are your school holds an orientation for new
students before the first day of classes. That’s usually a great time to walk
around with a returning student to see where all your classes are. If there
isn’t an orientation, print off a map of the building, grab a bestie (or Mom or
Dad) and mark out the best route to your classrooms solo. Take that map with ya
on the first day and stash it in your locker or a handy notebook. Still worried
about losing your way? Simply pop your head into a classroom and ask a teacher
for directions.
What if I forget my locker combo?
When you get your locker combo, jot it down on a piece of
paper and keep it somewhere super safe, like the side pocket of your backpack.
Also, write it down a zillion times so you won’t forget it. Or, save it on your
phone under a title like “Nana’s Birthday: 12-54-09.” Make up a saying like
“Every 12 weeks I bake 54 pies for cats with 9 eyes.” Ridiculous much? Totally.
But you’ll end up having an easier time remembering it.
There’s a teacher in my grade that everyone says is super
tough and scary.
Usually when you hear a rumor about a teacher who assigns crazy
amounts of homework or is super mean is most likely just that: a rumor told by
older students to scare the younger ones. Keep in mind that your teacher is
just a person. Everyone has different impressions of each other. Walk into
class with an open mind. And if your teacher turns out to be as bad as everyone
says he or she is? Don’t focus on them. Instead, focus on learning the material
and acing the class.
What if I don’t have any friends in my classes?
You and your besties compared schedules the minute you got
them, only to find you have zero classes together. Now, you have to face
first-day classes alone. But, don’t worry, babe. Other girls are probably in
the same stitch you are. Look for chicas sitting alone and walk up to them with
a friendly, “Hi! I’m Christine. What’s your name?” Who knows? You could make a new bestie. Wanna make yourself noticed and seem
approachable? Participate in class discussions.
I’m in all honors courses and I’m worried about drowning
in homework.
Mastering your homework load is all about staying organized
and managing your time well. The second teach assigns your HW, jot it down in
your planner and make a list of all the things you need to bring home with
you—textbooks, notebooks, folders, you get the idea. Set aside a period of time
after school to get your homework done, and clear a quiet space for when you’ve
gotta get down to business. Do your best not to procrastinate, and you’ll be
just fine!
What are you worried about the most, babes?
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