The increasing scale of education will of course be directly proportional to the increasing expectations and academic responsibilities of students. If you want to end your high school years well and satisfactorily, you can no longer be lazy, used to procrastinating work, and lazy to do assignments! Remember, even the teacher's expectations will definitely increase when compared to your middle school days; as well as the expectations of your parents and friends. In order not to be overwhelmed, make sure you hold the important key, which is managing yourself well.
Step
Method 1 of 4: Using the Agenda
Step 1. Have a specific agenda to record your daily responsibilities
An agenda is an essential tool that all high school students must have! In it, you can keep track of all your schoolwork, club meeting schedules, basketball practice schedules, fun schedules, and even your doctor visits!
The ideal agenda is a well-organized agenda; that way, you don't have to bother looking for a schedule of activities, to-do lists, and other important things every day. Some schools give out agendas to their students for free or sell them at low prices; some agendas even contain useful information related to the school that students are required to purchase. If your school doesn't provide one, make sure you buy it yourself; trust me, the agenda will be a valuable tool for you! Try to find an agenda that contains weekly and monthly activity formats; that way, you can instantly identify your weekly and monthly schedule easily. Also look for an agenda that is not too big so you can put it in your bag and carry it everywhere, but thick enough so that you can record all your activities for a long period of time
Step 2. List the things that are important so you don't forget them
There's no point in having an agenda if it's not put to good use! Remember, the agenda is one of the tools that must be used as effectively as possible. Whenever there's a new material, assignment, or schedule, write it down on your agenda right away! Reread your agenda each evening to find out what your activities and responsibilities are for the next day; Also read your agenda every morning to make sure you don't forget to bring any assignments or materials to school. Once you get used to using an agenda, you'll realize how valuable your agenda is and you'll likely become more and more dependent on this magical tool.
Method 2 of 4: Managing Academic Needs
Step 1. Prepare all the academic equipment you need
Unlike junior high school, high school requires you to be a more independent student and not dependent on anyone. On the first day of school, try to bring all the supplies you want to keep in your locker; Also bring a book to record the teacher's explanation regarding the curriculum and the things needed to take lessons for one semester. If your teacher doesn't explain what you need to prepare (even if it seems impossible), try asking them after class; that way, you can also get to know your teacher better, right?
- Instead, provide different binders, folders, notebooks, and loose leafs for different subjects. If possible, also have a special folder to store homework and daily agendas.
- Provide blue and black pens for writing notes, red pens for fixing things, X-type (the liquid is better), multicolored highlighters, paper clips, medium thickness pencils, mechanical pencils with a thickness of 0.9 mm (most students use mechanical pencil with a thickness of 0.7 mm; as a result, they can't even ask for your pencil because the thickness is different), additional mechanical pencils, erasers, and colored pencils. Trust me, all these tools are equally important and have different functions.
Step 2. Have a special container to store papers and similar documents from each class
Don't just put it in your bag if you don't want to have a hard time finding it before a quiz or exam! At least, look for a place that can accommodate 3 subjects at once so that your organizational system is better. The options you have include, but are not limited to:
- Plastic folders: Basically, these containers are shaped like accordion folders (portable containers for storing papers and documents) that contain several plastic bags for storing different documents. This kind of plastic container is very light and practical; you only need to stick a label or fill it (if each bag is accompanied by a label) with the name of a particular subject. After that, keep all your documents in the correct bag. That way, if there is an assignment that needs to be done (or if you have time to study in class), you can simply take the material from the folder.
- Separate folders or binders for each class: This option is suitable for those of you who don't want to compress all the material in one container; however, sometimes having too many binders can be confusing! If you choose this option, try purchasing several folders or binders in different colors and designs; make sure you also put a clear label on the cover of each binder. Don't cram material in a pocket binder; instead, make sure you buy a special binder for storing perforated paper.
- Pocket book: If your classes don't have too many worksheets, it's better to keep all your notes in a regular pocket book. If possible, provide an extra pocket book in case your old one is full.
Step 3. Have different notebooks for different classes
Sometimes students want to save money and prevent the risk of forgetting by buying a thick book to record five materials at once. However, is it true that you want to bring five materials to school if you really need to bring only one? After all, doing so is prone to getting your assignments and notes tucked away making it difficult for you to find when needed. Therefore, make sure you provide different notebooks for different materials. If you really can't afford too many books, at least only mix two or three materials in the same book!
- Give a different color code for each material in one subject. Make sure you don't have trouble finding materials even if you combine them in the same book.
- List your name, your teacher's name, and the correct subject name in each of your notebooks; make sure you write it down on paper using a permanent marker and isolate the paper on your book cover. To make it more interesting, you can decorate it with various pictures and stickers (as long as the result doesn't look tacky or messy).
Step 4. Tidy up the contents of your locker and school bag
Your desire to make your school years more organized won't come true if your locker is overcrowded with worksheets, old materials, and broken pencils that can no longer be used. Similar problems can also arise if your school bag is filled with less important things like chewing gum and torn paper. Immediately clean and tidy everything! Don't be afraid to throw away things you no longer need.
- If possible, have a locker with two shelves. Use the first shelf to store all your personal supplies (such as lunchboxes, jackets, etc.), and use the second shelf to store all your academic supplies such as your notebooks, worksheets, and binders. Make sure you also stock up on a small mirror, calendar, pencil case, small whiteboard, and extra magnets. You will need these additional magnets to attach academic schedules, posters, or other important images; this method is much better than using insulation, mainly because the insulation is often difficult to remove and the marks are difficult to clean.
- Look for a school bag that is large in volume and has lots of pockets. Make sure you are also able to make maximum use of the tight space in the locker; in other words, throw away things you no longer need and leave your old chores at home. Get into the habit of putting everything back in its place so that the contents of your locker and school bag are always neat.
Method 3 of 4: Managing Yourself at Home
Step 1. Have a study room in your home
None of the students wanted to linger on assignments; however, sometimes a lot of time is wasted because you are looking for the materials needed to do the task for too long. Therefore, make sure you have a dedicated space to study and store all your academic materials; make sure the room is also comfortable and free of distractions. If possible, place a small table and chairs in the room. You can also buy a folding table so you can study on the bed; however, make sure you don't fall asleep while studying, okay! Make sure you also put a special drawer or cupboard to store all your school supplies. Keep the room clean and tidy so that you are more motivated to study and do assignments there. If you're not the type of person who is too tidy, you don't need to tidy up too often so that your creativity flows more smoothly.
- Fill your study room with pencil cases, calendars, computers, writing desks, and bookshelves to store all your books.
- Keep snacks in your study room so you can eat them at any time while doing your homework. As much as possible, make sure you don't have to leave the study room to do less important things (such as grabbing food).
Step 2. Build good habits
Create a positive routine to maintain your system. In other words, set a time to do your homework each day, and make sure you always put your homework in your school backpack as soon as it's done. Prepare all the textbooks and other things you have to bring to school the night before; prepare your uniform afterward. Read your agenda regularly and continually evaluate your organization's systems; if any changes need to be made to adapt to a new situation, don't hesitate to do so. Make sure you're never late for school, don't fall asleep in class, and always carry the appropriate textbook. Be as efficient as possible and don't get used to procrastinating. Trust me, with enough practice, you can get used to it!
Step 3. Put everything back in its place
Once you've used anything (from pencils to notebooks), quickly put them back in their place!
Method 4 of 4: Keeping Condition
Step 1. Eat something before studying or doing an assignment
That way, your energy will be awake! If you don't have time for breakfast, make sure you bring a healthy light snack to school.
Step 2. Get enough sleep every night
Trust me, you will not be able to do well on the exam if you only sleep for 5 hours the night before. In addition to getting enough sleep, make sure you also eat a healthy breakfast in the morning; If you're not used to breakfast, at least bring a light, healthy snack to eat before class. Research shows that students who eat breakfast before school do better academically.
Tips
- Collect and organize assignments, readings, essays, and other old documents. Don't throw away notebooks you no longer use; who knows you might need it as a reference in the future, right? Instead, make sure you store them safely in a cardboard, box, or even a special drawer that you have easy access to.
- If your notebook or folder is too full, try tidying it up first. After that, decide whether you really need to buy a new one or can still fix it with insulation.
- Use whatever method works for you. Remember, everyone has different abilities and preferences; That's why a method that works for your friend may not work for you. Don't be afraid to make changes either! In other words, be willing to keep trying new methods to find out what works best for you. If you find a method that doesn't seem to work for you, don't completely throw it away! Instead, try modifying it and adapting it to your lifestyle.
- Follow your teacher's recommendations. As you know, each class has different teachers and professionals in their fields. If one of your teachers asks you to buy a binder, make sure you buy one even if you don't think you need one. Trust me, he has his reasons which will surely work for your good!
- If possible, buy a backpack that has two large pockets and three small pockets. Use the first big pocket to store your books, the second big pocket for your lunch box, and the other three small boxes to store your other stuff like candy, cell phone, headphones, etc.
- Make sure you always bring an umbrella in case it rains that day.
- Every hour, take about 5-10 minutes to rest and clear your head; This step you must do so you don't stress! If your head starts to feel dizzy, drink a glass of water and take a break.
- If your binders or folders fill up soon, try buying a folder accordion and keeping all your old notes in it. That way, you don't have to bother collecting all the scattered material before the exam.
- Although the price tends to be more expensive, loose leaf is still worth buying so you don't have to constantly tear paper from books if needed.
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your brain functioning at its best. Remember, poor brain function will damage your concentration and potentially make it difficult for you to study or do something.
Warning
- Be careful, your schedule and routine can instantly fall apart when vacation time arrives. Avoid this possibility by constantly relying on the agenda and system that you have created before.
- Remember, the teacher is king; therefore, make sure you always obey all the rules they apply. If a policy doesn't work to your liking, try to persuade them to change it even if it's unlikely to work. Some teachers are even used to checking the completeness of student records, and assigning higher marks to students whose binders, notebooks, and file storage systems are well organized.
- Do not store food for more than 12 hours in your locker.
- Never allow others to sign your pencil case; Of course you don't want your pencil case to break, do you?
