As a high school student, manage your time wisely.
High school is busy no matter if you are an incoming freshman or a graduating senior.Homework, tests, extracurricular activities, and social activities are all part of your high school years.You may feel overwhelmed by the amount of work you have to do each week.Don't worry.You will get through it.Managing your time well is one of the keys to surviving and thriving in high school.
Step 1: Make some long-term goals.
When you understand what your long-term goals are, you can determine how best to prioritize your time in high school to accomplish those goals.Write down a list of things you would like to do, then read and research what careers are available in those fields.You should narrow your list down until you know what you want to do, like travel or learning a language.When you grow up, you may want to become a computer programmer.You may want to study computer programming.Knowing the opportunities you want to pursue will help you prioritize what you spend your time on.If you do not think you have the right answer, don't worry.You can change your goals at any time.
Step 2: Learn how to accomplish long-term goals.
Research the steps it takes to achieve your long-term goals by talking to professionals who have achieved those goals and searching the Internet for information.Take those steps if you know what you can do in high school.High school and college are both important to your short-term goals.Make sure that your grades and extracurriculars are in line with the programs you intend to apply for.If you discover that you can take engineering electives in your junior year if you have a good grade point average, then an immediate short-term goal might be to earn a high school degree.
Step 3: Write down your goals on paper.
You can see the paper every day by tacking it up.This will help you understand how to organize your time.To keep yourself focused on priority activities, refer to your long-term goals periodically.The goals you have for the short term should be precise.A good example of a short-term goal is to earn a 90 or higher in sophomore chemistry, while a bad example would be to ace all my classes.
Step 4: You can sit in front of the class.
It will help you concentrate on the lesson and avoid distraction as less motivated students tend to cluster in the back.It will send a signal to your teacher that you are in the class.Some high schools don't have flexible seating because it can lead to discipline problems.If you have it, sit in front.Ask your teacher for a seat closer to the front if you have been assigned a back row seat.Chances are they will accommodate you.
Step 5: You can participate in class discussions.
There is no need to have the right answer.By asking a question or sharing a thought, you can not only raise your standing with the teacher, but also inspire others to participate and learn more.When you don't understand something, ask for help.If your teacher does not know that you are struggling, they will not be able to help.Someone else is struggling with a difficult subject if you ask about it.
Step 6: Take notes in a straight line.
For easy reference, put the date and the topic at the top of the notes.Paying special attention to the items the teacher emphasizes or repeats is what Jot down the main points is for.When the teacher tells you there will be a quiz tomorrow, you don't want to have a hard time finding your study materials.Take care of your notes and handouts.You should keep your notes in a folder or binder for easy access.To keep track of your class notes, keep separate folders for each subject.Don't write down every word.It is important to listen for the statements the teacher makes.When necessary, use abbreviations.
Step 7: There is a quiet study space.
There is enough space for all of your materials in a distraction-free location.To keep yourself motivated, you may want to decorate it with items that inspire you.Keep a wall calendar of your assignments in your study space.You should cross off items that have been completed.Being able to see your progress can be very motivating.
Step 8: As soon as you get home, complete next-day assignments.
Start with the one you don't want to do.Getting that first assignment out of the way will give you a confidence boost and make the rest of your assignments seem more manageable.Before long-term assignments, you should focus on these assignments.You may lose track of time if you spend so much time on a project.When it's time for bed, you don't want to be scrambling to complete homework.
Step 9: Do one small task each day and break weekly projects into small tasks.
If you get an assignment on Monday that is due Friday, you should start the work immediately.Doing this will make you feel less anxious about the project, as well as help you catch mistakes you may have made.If your week is disrupted, you can break down assignments into smaller chunks.If you lose time on Wednesday due to an emergency, you still have Thursday to make up the rest of your assignment.You may be facing an all-nighter if you leave it all to Thursday night.
Step 10: It is possible to work on long-term assignments on weekends.
For projects that are two or more weeks away, devote a couple of hours a weekend to work on them.Don't worry, you can still sleep in.If you spend an hour or two on your project, you will get it done sooner.You will not leave it to the last minute.The quality of the assignment will be higher if the teacher gives you more time to complete it.You can use weekends to perfect your project.
Step 11: As soon as your teacher announces the tests, study for them.
The evening after a test or quiz is announced in class, spend at least a half hour creating flashcards, identifying or making up practice problems, creating sample prompt for essay tests, or organizing your notes in a manner that makes it easy to study.At least 45 minutes should be spent studying for tests and at least half an hour for quizzes.One way to organize your notes is by topic.Each evening, focus on one topic.The answers to some textbook problems can be found in the back of the book.These can be used to prepare for math tests.
Step 12: You can schedule your time in a daily planner.
Devote a certain amount of time each day to homework, chores, and extracurriculars.Writing down how you will spend your time at the beginning of each week will help you adjust to unforeseen circumstances.Homework, studying and household chores are what you should start with when planning your weekly activities.You should plan extracurricular and recreational activities around your responsibilities.If you want to do well on your tests, increase your study time.
Step 13: Limit the amount of time you spend on your screen.
To leave room for your homework, studying, and extracurricular activities, limit the time spent in front of the television or browsing on your phone to no more than two hours per night.Television and social media can be very enjoyable, but keep it to a minimum.It's a good idea to set specific times to watch television or surf the web.It is possible to keep focused by seeing this limited block of time.
Step 14: During the week, finish as much schoolwork as you can.
You have more time to hang out with friends and participate in extracurricular activities on the weekend.If you don't have assignments hanging over your head, you'll enjoy yourself more.Your high school years should encompass more than your schoolwork.You are not enjoying yourself if you are stressing about schoolwork.Get your work done early so you can have fun.
Step 15: You should coordinate your schedule with your friends.
Unless Dad says so, there is no hard and fast rule about when your math homework has to be done.Ask your friends when they have free time and schedule your time to coincide with it.Make sure you have enough time to study.Your friends are going through the same process.Lock in some time for you to hang out.
Step 16: Don't join too many extracurricular activities.
If you join 1 to 3 extracurricular activities, you will be able to achieve your short- and long-term goals.You will have little time to do other things if you join every club that catches your attention.When choosing between possible extracurricular activities, keep your goals in mind.Keeping your goals in mind can help keep you motivated in high school.It is possible to see what you should be spending your time on.
Step 17: Schedule some time to relax.
Take a long bath, veg out in front of the TV, or engage in other calming activities if you add a block of time in your planner.Hard work is usually involved in extracurriculars.Everyone needs some time to relax.It may be harder to focus on your work if you neglect that time.You can draw, coloring, or journal to relax.Another technique that can help relieve stress is meditation.