Prepare Yourself for the First Day of Sixth Grade

The first day of sixth grade may feel a little scary but with good preparation ahead of the day, you can feel reassured that you are ready to begin the new year.

Steps

The Night Before

  1. Set out your clothes or uniform. With this done, you won't waste time in the morning or feel rushed.
    • If your school doesn't have a uniform, choose an outfit that is clean, neat and suits your personality. Your friends may be helpful if you're uncertain what to choose.
  2. Pack your backpack. You will probably already have a school stationery list; this should have been sorted by now. All you'll need to do is pack these things into your bag. Also add your bus/train pass (if you need it), your ID (if you have it yet), spare change, your cell phone (if allowed/have one), your contact numbers for emergencies, sanitary ware for girls, medication, etc.
    • Keep a kit for emergencies.
  3. Sort out your lunch the night before. Will you be making it or taking it? If making it, what can you make now and what needs to be made in the morning? Sandwiches need to be made just before you go, or else they'll go all soggy but cookies, a piece of fruit, a drink and some snacks can usually be packed the night before, in readiness. If buying lunch, ask your parents or guardians for the money now, to save rushing in the morning.
  4. Take a shower or bath if you usually have one at night. If not, leave this until the next morning.

The Morning Before School

  1. Wake up at a good time. It depends on what school you go to. It depends on what time you need to leave for school.
  2. Have a shower if you're a morning washer.
  3. Have a very healthy breakfast. Try waffles/pancakes, cereal, oatmeal, toast and eggs, etc.
  4. Brush your teeth before leaving home. Take some floss with you in case you get something stuck in your teeth during the day.

At School

  1. Say hello to the people you know already. Introduce yourself to new people; there may be some new friends you're yet to make!
  2. Make sure everything's organized. Get a file-case for organized papers.
  3. Have a binder or a planner for your homework papers and tests. Or at least place a calendar or sticky notes at your locker to mark it.
  4. Keep track of your projects, homework, reports and school stuff. Sure, 6th grade is very similar to elementary, but the teachers are harder on turning in work so make sure you turn in your homework whenever you have it, and study for tests.
  5. Breathe in and out in a relaxed way. You've started sixth grade at last!

Tips

  • Don't get in trouble at school with your friends.
  • Try not to be late.
  • Try to make yourself presentable.
  • Make sure you turn in homework.

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