Many of us only go to school just to socialize and have fun....then, all that work comes in and ruins everything.
Oh, dreaded homework, tests, papers and projects. Everything a high schooler absolutely HATES.
As for me, I like going to school and doing my work. I guess I'm kind of a nerd, but who cares? I like getting A's, I don't know about you^^ Here are the things that I do when it comes to schoolwork.
#1. Do your homework/studying ASAP!
When I go home, the very first thing I do is get my homework out and start doing it. That way, you'll have more time to relax after getting your homework done and you won't have to worry about staying up all night cramming things in.
#2. Do your hardest/weakest subjects first.
My teachers in elementary school told me to do this because I am horrible in math. If I have math homework, it is the first thing I do because everything else in school is easier. If you get frustrated like I do, do your other subjects next and then go back to the hardest subject.
#3. Re-check your work
You'll probably be dying to go on Facebook or text somebody after while doing your homework, which can cause you to rush through your work because you just wanna get that stuff done. Take your time while writing papers, answering essay questions, or showing your work on math problems. Double check them yourself or have a friend or family member read it over for you so there are no mistakes. You want to turn in your best work!
#4. Try not to have your phone on or text while doing your homework or studying
This is the hardest thing for me personally because my phone is always buzzing. Sure, you're friend may have some juicy gossip about...."Susan" and her boo doing something at the football game, but it can wait. You'll always talk to the person again AFTER you do your work. If you don't text, you won't get distracted and you'll focus more on your studying or homework.
#5. USE FLASHCARDS!!!!
These babies are always a must-have for me whenever I'm studying. No matter what subject, I always have some at home. They're quick, easy to remember, and you don't have to memorize long ass paragraphs.
#6. Use your school planner/Buy a school planner
If I don't have my school planner with me, I feel lost out of school. The second I hear there is an assignment, I right it in my planner. I highlight the subjects that I have homework in and cross them off if I finished them during class.
#7. Write what you need to take home in your planner
When I get assigned something, I always write in the "notes" section of my binder what I need to take home so I know exactly what to bring and so I won't forget anything. I also use this to remind myself how many books I'm taking home and which ones are the heaviest for me to put in my backpack or which to carry in my arms while walking home.
#8. Ask for help!
That's what your teachers are there for: to help you. I go for tutoring in algebra every Wednesday after school because I know that it's my weakest subject (and my parents kinda made me go >.<) But it will help out in the long run if you ask questions. Studies have shown that students who ask questions in class are the students with the higher grades. It won't make you stupid if you ask a question, because there are probably some other kids who may want to ask that same question. Don't be scared; speak up!
#9. DON'T CHEAT!
Plagiarizing, writing on your hands, having your friends text you the answers are all cheating and it is frowned upon by high school teachers and college professors. It may be tempting, but don't look over at your neighbor's answer for the test....if you studied, you should know the answer, right? If you plagiarize, you can get in serious trouble. Cheating won't help you in the long run and it won't look good on your college applications.
#10. Be confident and set goals for yourself
Last but not least, two of my favorite rules. Don't just sit around and say "I am never going to get better at this", "I'm gonna fail this test!" or "It can wait, I have better things to do." Instead, tell yourself things like "This test will be easy!", "I may be bad at it now, but I'll get better soon!" and "I can do this!" Those are the things that I say to myself all the time, and it works for me. I love to set goals for myself. When I was ten, I told myself that I was going to earn a scholarship in basketball to go to Ohio State University and play for the Buckeyes. I still have that goal and with high school finally being here, I always imagine myself in OSU. In my 8th grade year, I then set the goal to go study abroad in Seoul, South Korea and become an author...after I become fluent in Korean, which I am currently studying. Setting goals will make you want to push yourself and work hard so you can accomplish and achieve those dreams/goals you have. Colleges won't let you play sports if you have a low GPA, or they won't even accept you if you have low grades. So smile, pick up that book, and get to work! <3
Good Luck,
Ambz
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