Ready For High School

Going from middle school to high school can be a big challenge in one's life. From

During exam prep, students should review notes and keywords, and clear up confusing concepts (Kaplan, n.d.). Knowing what kind of test the student is preparing for will help to determine if concepts should be broad or more detailed and focused (Billings, 2007). Students should pay attention to their physical health by eating well and getting regular exercise (Kaplan, n.d.). One of the best ways for students to ensure their mental health and to reduce test taking anxiety is to be over-prepared for the test (Nugent and Vitale, 2016).

High school can be a rough time for many students. The tremendous pressure from your parents, teachers, peers, and yourself can be overwhelming, but following these tips can make it a little bit easier. If you show respect to others, prepare for tests and quizzes, and remember to take a breather, you will be a better, more successful student here at Maconaquah High

Middle school to high school is a big jump from not only school to school but also new people coming into our school, harder academics, sports are now a part of your school life, and a jump from school to school. My thoughts on high school have really changed over the past few weeks. When I first realized that we we're going to be in high school shortly, I got a little freaked out. Although I know alot of high schoolers and specific people that go to West I still feel overwhelmed by the fact that i'm going from a 600 person school to a 1,200+ person school. For the longest time I felt if high school would be the hardest part of my life and getting accustomed to the new setting would be hard for me, I thought the people there we're mean and

I heard and understand that you’re going to high school next year, how exciting! I am so happy for you. Now that you are coming of age, you will inevitably find yourself stressing about grades and what you want to do for a career. You might hate some teachers, but everything will be fine and you will find your direction through hard work and dedication. Don’t worry. There’s a few things that can help you out with stressful situations in both high school and college that I learned from my On Course class learners book. Life can be like a car crash, and to survive you should have your seatbelt on. These are some of the problems I had in school and the assistance I received in the book “On course. Study skills, plus” by Skip Downing.

Heading from middle school to high school can seem somewhat intimidating to the average teenager. No more will you be in the safety of those peers you grew up with as you head off to the larger high school that allows you to blend in with grades 9th through 12th. Many first time freshman year high school students are filled with mixed emotions on this next chapter in their life. Today I am sharing some tips on how to survive freshman year at high school so that you can help your teenager relax and breeze through the first days of being a high school freshman.

Coming into high school as a freshman scared and not knowing what to do was one of the many thoughts that were in my mind, but now as a senior that is ready to graduate in a couple of weeks I wish I could have known a couple of things before starting my journey till this day. I have some important advice from my past past experiences to you as a freshman is: Starting a sport to play, Getting involved with clubs, and Being social.

On the other hand, there are still some things about high school that I still don’t understand, and makes me very nervous. Like they had placed me in Spanish 2, yet I hadn’t taken Spanish 1. My mom had to resolve that and now I am aware that I need to be

But I promise you, you will blink and it will be over. Do not wish away your high school years. There will be times in which you will say "I hate high school, I’m ready to graduate." In fact, during your senior year, you will develop a serious case of "senioritis." Even in those times, do not wish for time to go by faster. Enjoy your high school years. Some of the things you experience during high school you may never experience again. Freshmen, it goes by quicker than you think.I know the thought of high school can be intimidating, but I promise it is not as scary as it seems. If you take the time to get involved and put yourself out there, you will have a blast in high school. So get involved and make new friends. Stay on top of your schoolwork. Ask questions and make mistakes. High school is a place to discover your strengths and weaknesses, and figure out who you are. I was once in your shoes. I asked the same questions and felt the same fear some of you freshmen are feeling. The fear does not last forever. You will find your niche in high school, and once you do, you have the power to have four amazing

I remember being an anxious eighth grader thinking about starting my freshman year of high school. We went from being at the top of the school to being at the bottom of a new one. All of our middle school teachers always told us about how our high school teachers wont “hold our hands” and how we will be on our own. Being in high school is completely different than being in elementary school and middle school. Its almost like each year we have more and more freedom but more responsibility.

Entering high school is the beginning of a whole new learning experience. Transitioning from middle school, high school presents more classes, students, and a bigger campus. It brings new expectations and responsibilities to each of us. High school also offers fresh chances to make new friends, try new sports and activities, and really explore who we are as individuals. The goal is to maintain good grades, score high on the SAT test, and keep a positive attitude so colleges and universities will accept you. Of course it's not as easy at sounds, but it's achievable. It requires a lot of work and dedication to every subject. Some students breeze their way through while others live in misery trying to pass their

Test taking is one of the most nerve-racking things for most people. Most of the time tests can either make or break your grade, especially if it's worth majority of your grade. That fact that one piece of paper can show how much knowledge you have attained is very scary. In my experience of test-taking, I have found out that I get nervous about tests. The first AP Biology test of the year was no exception. To prepare for the test I studied for hours on end, when the day of the test finally came I went to the review session and took the test, and then the day after I was pleased with my results.

High School is a time when many teenagers get into trouble and have many conflicts and struggles. Without all of the struggles, high school is supposed to be four terrific years. There are many struggles for teens like peer pressure, managing your time, fitting in, and many more. Most high schoolers will get pressured by their peers at some point and can cause some serious problems. About fifty-five percent of students play a high school sport on top of having a job, keeping your grades up, and just overall having fun, which can be very hard to do. During High school, students are going to want to not be themselves and want to fit in without being judged by their peers. High school should be a time for you to have some great years in your

Now high school can be a big pain in the butt, but in reality, what would you be doing at home if you weren't in school? Probably just sitting down and eating. High school is a big responsibility and a big change. Teacher's don't mean to scare you by giving you a ton of homework they're just getting you ready for the rest of your life because that is their job. You do get a lot of freedom, stress really kicks in and the people in the hallway can get on your nerves, but in the end High School is a great

Test anxiety is a very common trait that occurs in many people. You have spent weeks studying for the examination, covered every single topic and read every single material having to deal with the upcoming exam. You walk into the classroom, sit down, and retrieve all your materials that you need. The instructor hands out your exam and gives everyone the confirmation to begin. You open up the exam and start reading the first question, hoping to be familiar with the subject. As you read question after question, you realize that you can't recall the answers to anything that you have just read. According to Salend (2011), this is the time that "you start to panic, your chest gets tight, you get sweaty, you start feeling overwhelmed" (p. 58). Many students suffer from this type of anxiety when it comes to taking examinations that can hinder their performance and well being. Proper studying and adequate preparation can help students overcome test anxiety and help improve their performance. Employing