Have a Great First Day of School

The summer holidays are over and it's time to get back to your daily routine! This will help you get right back on track, and will also help make a great first impression. So relax, and read this article for tips and advice.

Steps

Before School Starts

  1. Get yourself together a week before school. Realize that it's probably best to wake up a bit earlier now and hit the haystack before midnight. Know that school is around the corner, and that it's time to get prepared.
  2. Prepare early. It would not be great to go school supply shopping the night before the first day. A few weeks before school starts, make a list of what you need for school.
    • If you get a supply list in the mail, follow it. If you don't, write out what you think you need. (Note: you may have to return to the store to get a few more items after school has already started). Set a budget, and head off to the store. This is more fun with a friend.
      • Some ideas are binders, notebooks, pencils, pens, erasers, correction tape, paper clips, lined paper, pencil crayons, highlighters, etc. If you can, reuse some things you still have from the previous school year. It is best to start fresh with new supplies.
  3. Get some more clothing items. Again, make a list of what you want/need. It's also more fun to go shopping with a friend, sibling or another family member.
    • A list of what you might need includes the following:
      • At least 2 pairs of new jeans (one dark wash and one light wash is probably a good way to start)
      • 2 pairs of new leggings (black is an essential in any girl's wardrobe)
      • 2 pairs of sweatpants, new shoes are essential (you should get running shoes for gym; some good brands include Nike, Adidas, Puma, etc.)
    • You may also want some new sandals/flip flops if it's warm where you live or if it's getting chilly, you may want combat boots or Ugg boots. Toms, Converse, Vans and Keds are also good choices).
        • Try having 1 pair of gym shoes, and 3 good pairs of shoes you can wear to school. If you already have these shoes, you probably don't need to purchase more.
      • You should make sure you have enough undergarments that fit well, as well as tank tops. You should get a few new shirts, like flannels, t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts as well as hoodies and sweaters. For pants, shirts, sweaters and undergarments, try stores like American Eagle, Hollister, Abercrombie, VS Pink, Macy's, Brandy Melville, Topshop, etc.
    • You may also need smaller items, like new hair accessories (bobby pins, hair elastics, headbands, etc.), makeup (small makeup bag for your backpack, mascara, lip balm, concealer, etc.) and more.
    • You may also need a new backpack. Some prefer backpacks, and others tote bags. Get one that's big enough to fit all of your stuff, but not too large.
    • You may also need a new gym bag, which you should fill with your gym uniform/clothes, deodorant, a small body spray, extra socks, running shoes, a water bottle, and etc. You probably don't need to bring this on the first day, unless specified by your school. You may also need a lunch bag if you bring your own lunch.
  4. Decide on your transportation in advance. You may be taking the bus, carpooling, riding in the car or biking/walking.
  5. Plan out your outfit a few days before school starts. Make sure it represents your personality and that it looks exactly the way you like it.
    • Try wearing skinny jeans and a cute top with flip flops, sandals, Converse, Keds, Vans or Uggs, depending on the weather. If it's warm enough, you can wear cute denim shorts, as long as they pass your school's dress code. If it's cool out, put a cute cardigan over your shirt.
  6. Be prepared for the various classes you have. Get a copy of your class' timetable so you know what lessons you are having, then you will know what equipment you will need. If you are not sure, ask the teacher of that lesson for what you are doing and what you will need. They will not think you weird, they will be delighted to tell you!

The Day Before School

  1. Make sure you've carefully picked out your clothes the day before the first day of school. If you have a uniform, this won't be a problem. Think about your outfit- is it appropriate for school? You don't want to be sent back home or wear clothing from the lost property just because your outfit was inappropriate.
  2. Hygiene is important! Take a long bath or if you prefer a shower. ALWAYS brush your teeth, use mouthwash and floss. If you have oily skin then wear some light powder. If you have dry skin, remember to moisturize at least 5 minutes after you have gotten out of the bath/shower.
  3. Don't forget your bag! Bags are important when in High School and you don't want to give people the impression that you don't care about school.
  4. Pack your backpack the night before school. Try showering the night before so you have more time in the morning for other things. Lay out your outfit, along with shoes and all accessories the night before, so things are easier for you in the morning.
  5. Set your alarm for about 2 hours before school starts. Do this the night before school.
    • If your school starts at 8:30, try waking up at 6:30, but it all depends on if you're showering in the morning and how long it takes you to get to school. You don't want to be late.
    • Make sure you go to bed at a decent time so you're alert and happy in the morning, and won't have bags under your eyes. Also, you may want to paint your nails the day before school (optional).
  6. Daydream and forget about school, and you'll fall asleep earlier. (This applies if you don't like school.) Think about happy things, such as what you did over the summer break.

On the First Day of School

  1. In the morning, don't be scared or sad. Summer's over, but the school can be great too.
  2. Eat a healthy, hearty breakfast. You don't want to be hungry throughout the day.
  3. Pack your lunch or gather lunch money. Everyone needs to eat lunch, or they will be hungry later. Be sure to look at the school lunch menu for the day before deciding on ordering school lunch, though, to make sure that you'll be eating something you like!
  4. Shower. This is an optional step, but showering is helpful for looking nice and having good hygiene. Try washing your hair, face, etc.
  5. Get dressed. Be sure that your outfit looks nice and professional (for instance, wear your favorite dress). It is also important to make sure that your clothing follows school dress code.
  6. Brush your teeth. This is an optional step, but it is very essential. Brushing your teeth is an important part of taking care of your health.
  7. Do your hair. Curl it, straighten it or leave it natural. You can put it up in a cute ponytail, bun or braid. Spend your time on your hair to make sure it looks great for school.
  8. Do your makeup (optional). You can wear makeup, but don't overdo it. Put on some face lotion and body mist. Try concealer under your eyes and on any blemishes, pressed powder, a thin coat of mascara, eyebrow serum to keep your brows in place all day, and some lip balm.
  9. Get your backpack and make sure you have everything. If you don't have everything, the teacher might get you, and that is not a good thing.
  10. Look in the mirror and smile. Tell yourself that it's going to be a good day. This is a self-fulfilling prophecy; you are more likely to have a good day if you tell yourself that you will.
  11. Leave the house with confidence and a smile on your face. This is the first day of a great learning journey.

At School

  1. Try to be interested in lessons. Even if you are doing the world's most boring algebra in math, try to figure out what the teacher means. Don't be afraid to ask your teacher if you don't understand something. They will be sure to explain more fully!
  2. Take a note of the rules, and obey them! Disobeying rules are the quickest way to get in your teacher's bad books. Rules are there to be obeyed, and you might find yourself in detention if you disobey them.
  3. Say hi to people and smile! Being friendly is the best way to make new friends. But don't overdo it, you'll end up being a creep or the weird girl/boy of the school. Just remember, act natural and be yourself!
  4. If you have your own group of friends already, don't act too exclusive or clingy. It'll make others feel intimated and they'll start judging you or just avoid you completely all together.
  5. Make a school year resolution and stick to it. That way you'll be more organized. For example, always keep a diary on you!
  6. Be neat in taking notes. It'll motivate you even more.
  7. Be kind to the teachers even if they aren't that nice to you. It may seem ridiculous, but it can make the difference between a good year in that class or a bad year! Just remember, you will have that teacher for a year! And being friendly can make people view you differently.
  8. At break times, enjoy yourself! I'm sure by now you will have found many new friends, so hang out with them! Suggest games that you are certain that everyone will enjoy, and smile a lot! Smiling lets people know you are enjoying their company, and they will want to spend more time with you. Plus, everyone looks better with a (genuine) smile.
  9. Make people laugh. Jokes and funny stories can gain you, friends, very quickly. However don't make fun of people behind their backs, or in front of them unless you are teasing in a friendly way and they know it. It's very mean to make fun of someone in a cruel way. Also, keep within the rules. If jumping off the cafeteria table and shouting: "I hate this food! Get me something else!" will make your friends laugh, it's better not to make them laugh. You want them laughing with you, not at you.
  10. Try your best at everything you do. That is a motto for some schools, and it will really please your teachers if you follow this simple rule! Your personal best is all they're looking for, not the best in the class.
  11. Be positive and study all the time. It may seem like High School is the most annoying thing and the worst part of your life, but it's not.

Tips

  • When making friends, the best way to start a conversation is to smile and ask about her class schedule or what she did over the summer.
  • When choosing an outfit for school, make sure it's appropriate for school and the weather. And try not to clash colors, especially bright colors like orange over orange or blue over blue. Black over black, white over white and gray over gray are fine because they're neutral colors.
  • Don't ever wear dark make-up! Light powder and a glossy natural lip gloss are perfect for school.
  • Focus on the classes and aspects you enjoyed the day and remember that the bad times don't last forever.

Warnings

  • Don't be cocky or overly confident. Nobody likes a show-off.
  • Don't ever lie. Because by lying, you're only creating your own problems which will make High School so much harder.
  • Remember your old friends! Don't ever forget them because it may bite you back in the butt one day.

Things You'll Need

  • Books
  • Notebooks & Pencil case
  • Homework planner (Your list of homework)
  • Essentials (Lip balm/chap stick, Deodorant, Hand sanitizer.
  • Cellphone/Mobile phone
  • Medicine Bag (In case of emergency!)
  • Lunch Bag
  • Umbrella or raincoat, in case it rains

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