How to Prepare for the Night Before School Starts

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Ready or not, here comes the first day of school! Take the time to plan ahead and get ready, so you can relax, be comfortable, the night before, and put it some where it is easy to see in the morning and so you look at it and so you don't pick out another outfit in the morning.

Things You Should Know

  • Put your clothes out ahead of time and pack your bag the night before to avoid running late.
  • Go to bed at a reasonable time and confirm your transportation plans if you’re going to school with friends.
  • Don’t forget to set your alarm clock; set multiple alarms on your phone in case you tend to oversleep.

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    Don't do it in a hurry in the morning. Check with a family member if you need approval or advice on fashion or making sure your clothing matches. [1]
    • If you wear a uniform, you can still show off your style by wearing a nice watch, nice earrings or nice jewelry.
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    Make sure to pack plenty of pens, pencils, and paper. If everything’s all packed up the night before, all you’ll have to do in the morning is grab your filled bag and go.
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    Don't drink sodas with caffeine in them. You won't be able to get to sleep. [2]
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    It'll help you work off some stress, and it will help you sleep better. [3]
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    A nutritious and filling breakfast can put you in a great mood for the first day of school. Make sure to schedule time in the morning to sit down and eat. A leisurely breakfast can help you gather your thoughts and prepare yourself for the day ahead.
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    the night before, or have all the parts ready so you can toss them in your lunchbox quickly. [4]
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    Arrange a time and place to get together. You could meet them at school, or you could walk to school with them, if they live nearby.
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    Save yourself the trouble of any morning rushes.
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    Set your alarm clock before bed. You may even want multiple alarm clocks, just in case you don't wake up. You may still be used to the summer schedule of waking up late. Sleeping in on the first day is something you should avoid, as you might miss a few hours of important introductions. [5]
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    You may ask a parent, guardian, or older sibling who's gone to the grade you are starting.
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    If you're new to a school, go before school starts and get a feel for where things are and how far apart they are. If you don't have time for this step, though, don't worry. Everybody else is going to be new there, too, so it's no big deal to ask questions, wander into the wrong room, and so on, especially for the first few days. [6]
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    Take a sleeping pill if you have to. [7] You don't want to stay up all night worrying about everything. [8]
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      • Wake up slightly earlier to give yourself some time to relax if you feel anxious or to simply head to school a little earlier. Try your best to enjoy every moment of the first day. Just be yourself, but don't overdo it.
      • If your school has an orientation day a couple of months before try to make friends then. Even if you don't get the same classes, you will still have a friend you can talk to between classes.
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      1. ↑ https://raisingchildren.net.au/school-age/school-learning/school-homework-tips/morning-routine-for-school
      2. ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/stress-tips.html
      3. ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/physicalactivity/facts.htm
      4. ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/school-lunches.html
      5. ↑ https://www.oxford-royale.com/articles/back-to-school/
      6. ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/back-to-school.html
      7. ↑ https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/sleep/Pages/melatonin-and-childrens-sleep.aspx
      8. ↑ https://www.sleepfoundation.org/school-and-sleep/back-to-school-sleep-tips
      9. ↑ https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?ContentID=4552&ContentTypeID=1
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