Check out this fun show about Ned and his friends as they try to conquer junior high. Talking about different survival methods in each episode, Ned covers the basics and more in a fun way of what you will need to know for school!
Watch the short clip below. If it interests you or your kids (which I’m sure it will), buy the seasons on DVD so you can always have the survival guides for yourself and to share with friends!
Does back to school mean back to sleepless nights? It doesn’t have to. More importantly, it shouldn’t!
According to studies, “the average amount of sleep that teenagers get is between 7 and 7 ¼ hours. However, they need between 9 and 9 ½ hours.” There are things that we do not have the ability to change, like a later school start time ( I WISH ), but there are also ways in which we can budget out time and get to sleep a little earlier so we can sleep for longer!
Do your homework during school– Study halls, free periods, lunch time: the more you get done in school, the less you have to do at home, and the earlier you can go to bed
Focus– There are so many distractions while you try to do your work. Turn off the tv, mute your iTunes, put your phone on silent and away, close your facebook tab, and whatever else will distract you from doing your work. The more focused you are, the faster you’ll get your work done
Get ahead– If there are nights when you don’t have a lot of work, get ahead on your work
Budget your time– With sports, clubs, community service, and more, make sure you are able to budget your time so you can get all of your things done
Sleep when you can– Although watching a movie, chatting with friends, or catching up on your favorite TV show sounds like a good way to spend your workless nights, it would be more beneficial to go to bed early and catch up on your sleep while you can
As you can see by these tips, it is possible to get sleep during the school year. I’m sure you can come up with more ways for you personally to get more sleep too! Try them out. I’m sure you will feel more energized, be in a better mood, and will improve your performance in school and activities because of more sleep!
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Have you ever seen the movie Mean Girls? If so, you know exactly why I am bringing it up. If you have not seen it, watch this short clip…
As you can see from this movie clip, the movie Mean Girls is exactly what it sounds like. It is a group of girls who are very mean to other people, even to the girls who they call their friends!
Unfortunately, there are “mean girls” everywhere. Bullying has become a big problem in schools. According to Bullying Statistics, 1 out of 4 kids are bullied and 1 in 5 students admit to being a bully, or doing some type of bullying.
What will you do this school year to help stop bullying?
If you ARE BULLIED, please ask for help. There are so many people- friends, teachers, family, parents- who want to help. Don’t be embarrassed. Nobody deserves to be bullied. Get the help and support you need from the people around you who care about and love you.
If you ARE A BULLY, stop. Think about somebody close to you, like a younger sibling or a cousin. How would you like it if somebody was treating them in the way you are treating others? It is not right. Put yourself in your victim’s shoes. Nobody deserves to be bullied and you wouldn’t like to be treated that way.
If you ARE A BYSTANDER, do not wait around for someone else to stop bulling. Stand up for a victim or tell someone about it. Make a change. Be a leader. Do something about it. Help put an end to bullying.
Back to School Clothes Shopping
Everyone knows that your first day of school outfit is the most important outfit of the year, but what if you could have an amazing outfit for every day? Check out these videos for affordable back to school clothes shopping!
Besides for all the books and school supplies, keeping these 4 items in your backpack will keep you prepared for the school year!
*Click on the images below for quick and easy shopping*
1. Hand Sanitizer- Don’t have time to go to the bathroom and wash your hands before lunch? Keeping hand sanitizer in your backpack can save you a trip. It’s very handy and will keep you healthy! Definitely a must have!
2. Tissues- Need a tissue and there aren’t any left in the box? Need a tissue but you don’t want to walk to the front of the class to get one while the teacher is speaking ? Keep a tissue pack in your backpack and you won’t have to worry!
3. Water Bottle- Do you get thirsty throughout the school day? Keep a water bottle in your backpack to stay hydrated!
4. Tide to Go- Stains in the lunch room or at recess happen. Keeping Tide to Go in your backpack can get rid of these stains quickly and easily!
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Back to school cannot get easier than Target. Check out these fun videos for school supplies, clothes, and more. They definitely agree that back to school can be easy and fun!
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Forget about the page long lists. Here are the basic school supplies a student needs for the school year!
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1. BACKPACK/SCHOOL BAG- Whether you are looking for style or comfort, every student needs a way to carry around all that they need.
2. BINDER/NOTEBOOK- It’s back to the basics. Everyone needs a place to take notes. Find a way that is right for you.
3. PENS/PENCILS– You need something to write with in class. Remember your number 2 pencils and blue/black and red pens. 4. HIGHLIGHTER- Want an easy way to know what is important? Highlight your key notes so they stand out. 5. PENCIL CASE- Tired of losing your pencil in your backpack? Buy a pencil case! They are perfect for storing your pens and pencils, as well as any markers, highlighters, and other fun writing utensils!
6. PLANNER- Everyone needs to keep track of their assignments and what is going on. A planner is a perfect way to stay on top of your work and keep organized.
7. MULTI-POCKET FOLDER– Who needs a specific folder for each class when you can have one folder for them all? A multi-pocket folders is a must have.
8. CALCULATOR- Although you may not like math class, your calculator will become your best friend to help you solve problems.
9. SCISSORS AND TAPE/GLUE- Who says these items are just used in kindergarten? I continue to carry them around in my bag in college! You never know when you’re going to need them.
10. ERASER/WHITE OUT– Everyone makes mistakes, and that is OK! Just remember to come prepared to fix them.
With these top 10 school supplies, you will not only be prepared, but will be able to succeed!
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As a student or a parents, these and many more stressors are apart of your everyday life. Try not to get too overwhelmed. Make sure you relax and follow these simple tips.
School
As much as school is about learning and getting a good education, loosen up a little bit. School doesn’t always have to be so stressful.
Enjoy lunch, recess, and study halls
Chat with friends in between classes
Form friendly relationships with your teachers, professors, and the school staff
Make school a place where you look forward to going to everyday. Yes, the classroom and learning material itself may be stressful at times , but don’t let that take over your school.
Tests
Have you ever heard someone say they are looking forward to a test? Probably not. Tests are HUGE stressors in a student’s life- always trying to get a great score. Remember:
The point of a test is to see how well you know the information taught in class
Test scores are just a number
Knowing the material is more important ( although it may not seem like it at the time ) than the test score itself
Research
Research is mostly used in high school and college. As a freshman in college, I am being introduced to new ways and form of doing research. I can tell already that research is a big part of college life.
When it comes to research, there are sooooo many resources available. Choose the one that is right for your research, not just because its the first option on google
ALWAYS site your research. Plagarism is not tolerated and there are always severe consequences if you do so.
Sighting Research Motto: It is better to over-site than under-site, but DO IT RIGHT!
Extracurricular Activities
Emphasis on EXTRAcurricular. It is always good to get involved in school, but when doing something extra is causing a lot of stress, relax.
Remember that extracurriculars are for fun
They should not be causing stress, but a time to decrease stress and enjoy
Studying
How does one expect to do well on a test? Study! But studying does not mean you have to spend hours in the library, stressing yourself out. Study in a way that is best for you-
Alone- just you and your course material
In study groups with other students
With the help of your parents
With music or the TV on (yes, as crazy as it sounds) to relax you while you study
Study snacks
Always remember, there is not one way to study, so do what works best for you. As a college student, I have learned that coffee and late night studying snacks are my new best friend. I would recommend treating yourself to a study buddy (cookies are always delicious) to take some stress away from your studying.
Social Life
Yes, we primarily go to school for an education, but hey, who says we can’t have fun?! However, don’t let that fun get in the way and become stressful
Have priorities- although a friend might be having people over on a Sunday night, that is not a good excuse for not studying for your test on Monday morning
Don’t let friend drama interfere with your school
Make sure your social life is one thing, and school and your education is another
S.T.R.E.S.S.
Stress in life is never going to be fully avoided, but being able to manage stress and decrease it where that is possible will make the school year a much better experience, for parents and students
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I have been color coding my school supplies as shown above since elementary school. I was required to get specific color notebooks for certain classes. Ever since then, I have continued to color code all of my school material. It has helped me so much. Books stand out and it is easy for me to remember what material is needed for what class. At the time, I color coded because I had to. Little did I know I would willingly continue this to present day!
I would highly recommend this tactic, and here’s how simple it can be!
1) Choose a different color for each class. It doesn’t have to be the same as mine. Pick colors that suit you and colors that you will remember
2) Buy supplies accordingly. If you assigned blue to a class, go and buy a blue binder/ notebook, a blue folder, and any other blue supply that you need for that class.
3) Now you’re organized! How simple was that?
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