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Follow these simple strategies to create an easy start to your day
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Waking up early for school is hard! Fortunately, by preparing a few things the night before and streamlining your morning routine, you can get to school on time and avoid frantic mornings. From the night before to the following morning, we'll show you everything you need to get ready for school quickly.

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Make and pack your lunch at night.

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Stop keeping your phone near your bed.

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  1. When your phone is nearby, it's hard not to pick it up and check your social media. The light from your phone can disrupt your sleep schedule and make it more difficult to wake up. Put your phone out of reach.
    • It’s okay to check your phone before you go to bed, but don’t get in bed with it or sleep with it. Most people start to text people and immediately start a full on conversation with them which takes hours which delays your bedtime. [8]
    • If you routinely can’t wake up in the morning, try turning off your phone, computer, and video games an hour before bedtime. You’ll feel sleepier faster.

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    How can I stop running late for school in the mornings?
    Alicia Oglesby
    Professional School Counselor
    Alicia Oglesby is a Professional School Counselor and the Director of School and College Counseling at Bishop McNamara High School outside of Washington DC. With over ten years of experience in counseling, Alicia specializes in academic advising, social-emotional skills, and career counseling. Alicia holds a BS in Psychology from Howard University and a Master’s in Clinical Counseling and Applied Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. She also studied Race and Mental Health at Virginia Tech. Alicia holds Professional School Counseling Certifications in both Washington DC and Pennsylvania. She has created a college counseling program in its entirety and developed five programs focused on application workshops, parent information workshops, essay writing collaborative, peer-reviewed application activities, and financial aid literacy events.
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    The best thing you can do is to get as much ready as you can the night before. Get your book bag ready, lay out your clothes, and pack your lunch and put it in the refrigerator. Also, be sure you're in bed at least 8 hours before you need to be up the next morning to be sure you're getting enough sleep.
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    Can I have some breakfast ideas?
    Community Answer
    Some good breakfast meals include: Cereal, toast with spread, cut fruit, a smoothie, some warm oatmeal or waffles/pancakes.
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    If I am in primary school, will these tips still work?
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    Yes, of course. Just ignore any steps that don't apply to you, like the part about wearing makeup.
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      • For girls: if you like to do your hair or make-up differently every morning, plan & practice it the night before if you can’t do it, move on!
      • If you tend to take forever in the shower make a playlist with the first 3 or so songs that are ones you like. Then make the rest of the songs ones you hate so you will hurry up and get out of the shower so you can turn the music off.
      • You may want to make a checklist to make sure you have everything you need for school.
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      References

      1. Alicia Oglesby. Professional School Counselor. Expert Interview. 29 October 2020.
      2. Alicia Oglesby. Professional School Counselor. Expert Interview. 29 October 2020.
      3. https://www.babycenter.com/101_15-tips-for-getting-the-kids-out-the-door-fast-and-to-school_10347624.bc
      4. http://www.parenting.com/gallery/de-stress-your-morning-routine
      5. Alicia Oglesby. Professional School Counselor. Expert Interview. 29 October 2020.
      6. Alicia Oglesby. Professional School Counselor. Expert Interview. 29 October 2020.
      7. https://www.learningpotential.gov.au/5-tips-to-help-get-your-teen-ready-for-school-in-the-morning
      8. https://www.learningpotential.gov.au/5-tips-to-help-get-your-teen-ready-for-school-in-the-morning
      9. https://www.learningpotential.gov.au/5-tips-to-help-get-your-teen-ready-for-school-in-the-morning

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      To get ready for school quickly, pack your lunch and backpack the night before so you have less to do in the morning. You can also shower at night to save yourself even more time. When you set your alarm at night, place it far across your room so you have to get out of bed in the morning to turn it off. Once you're up, splash your face with cold water and drink some coffee so you're alert and ready to go. For more suggestions, like picking out your outfit for school the night before, read on!

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