{"id":757,"date":"2016-08-23T21:33:07","date_gmt":"2016-08-23T21:33:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/?p=757"},"modified":"2024-08-08T23:16:37","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T23:16:37","slug":"starting-the-school-year-off-the-right-way","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/blog.studypug.com\/starting-the-school-year-off-the-right-way\/","title":{"rendered":"How to start off the school year right\u2014checklist and tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Starting-the-School-Year-Off-the-Right-Way.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"742\" height=\"455\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting the School Year Off the Right Way<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the summer draws to a close, both children and their parents begin to think about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preparing for the school year<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ahead<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are always supplies and clothes to be purchased and plans to make for a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dartmouth.edu\/~acskills\/success\/\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">successful academic experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After all, the slate is clean \u2013 no matter what the past year brought in terms of classes and grades, this year offers the promise of being equally good or better. Make sure you know how to prepare for school so you can take the school year head on! <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students, Take Note<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Students-can-help-themselves.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"742\" height=\"455\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students can help themselves, setting a positive tone for the year, by following a few tips set forth by Gabrielle Flank, writing for the Huffington Post.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be organized. Ensure that you have the notebooks and writing implements you need to get your work done and stay organized.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan ahead. Between homework assignments, extracurricular activities and, for some, part-time jobs, it may be challenging to keep track of obligations. Keeping a calendar listing all your meetings and deadlines will help you with time management, the key to juggling your various responsibilities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build homework into your daily schedule. If you set aside time for homework, over time it will become a habit. Procrastination is a student\u2019s enemy, so keep on top of your assignments. Considering adding an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/tutoring-relieves-math-anxiety\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online tutoring program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to enhance your study time. Or say, schedule in time try out math problems so you get regular math practice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communicate with your teachers. You need to know your teachers\u2019 expectations for your progress so that you can work toward those goals. They want you to succeed, so asking questions or seeking help should be welcomed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand your learning style. People can be classified as auditory, visual or kinesthetic learners. Know how you learn best and adjust your studying style accordingly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parents and School<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Parents-and-School.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"742\" height=\"455\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School is a large part of any offspring\u2019s life from age five onward. For parents, overseeing a student\u2019s journey becomes one of your missions. Every parent undoubtedly wants his\/her children to enjoy learning and to succeed at school, but when problems arise, these good intentions often fly out the window as frustration takes over.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important for parents to think through their <\/span><a href=\"\/tutoring-relieves-math-anxiety\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">own educational philosophy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the educational expectations they have for their children and to convey so that everyone is in accord and you can help foster success, says <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.newyorkmetroparents.com<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assess your own philosophy about education. Take a hard look at your own values. What matters to you about your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/online-video-tutoring-why-it-works\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">children\u2019s education<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Why is school important? How do you define success in school? Once you understand your own philosophy, share it with your children. This is only between you and your child for now, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/why-teachers-arent-utilizing-tech-in-the-classroom\/\">teachers aren&#8217;t\u00a0involved<\/a> at this point.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, move on and consider your expectations for the school year. Think about the things you want your children to achieve this coming year and how those achievements are measured. Do you expect A\u2019s on every test? Are you hoping to see hard work and diligence? What are the qualitative and quantitative standards to which you\u2019ll hold your children accountable? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve set your expectations, you must ensure that your children understand them, too, and knows the consequences for not meeting these expectations. Children appreciate knowing the rules and boundaries, even if they test them. Be firm and consistent, but not unfair or cruel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laying Groundwork for Success<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Laying-Groundwork-for-Success.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"742\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you and your children are clear on goals and expectations, it\u2019s a part of your responsibility as a parent to <\/span><a href=\"\/tutoring-relieves-math-anxiety\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">provide the conditions that facilitate success<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Identify his or her strengths and weaknesses in terms of academics. Discuss time management and the importance of keeping commitments. This is also the perfect time to talk about the factors that are conducive to your child\u2019s success, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper amount of sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bedtimes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition, eating habits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meal times<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environment:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work space<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lighting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distractions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Timing<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study breaks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extracurricular activities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have a sense of what will work and what won\u2019t, it\u2019s time to draw up a contract. Yes \u2014 a contract for success. It should clearly state the results you expect; the child\u2019s responsibilities; the support and oversight you will provide; a rewards\/consequences system based on efforts and results; and a way to adjust the contract as your child changes and expectations change. Both you should sign it and move forward toward academic success.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caveats<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your support is invaluable to your children as they strive for success at school. This means avoiding negative feedback whenever possible, recognizing that you are helping to inspire a love of learning and good study habits that can last a lifetime. Sidestep the following pitfalls whenever you can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Criticism that is harsh or unexplained \u2013 be diplomatic if you must deliver criticism<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inauthentic praise \u2013 look for actual positives to compliment instead, even if they are small<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talking to your child\u2019s teacher without giving your child a head\u2019s up \u2013 he or she deserves to be treated with courtesy and respect, despite his or her youth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing your child\u2019s homework \u2013 they need to try and even fail on their own; effort and ownership is important. No one will be there to run their lives for them as they grow up. Instead, perhaps opt for a tutor who can help guide them. For example, a math tutor can give your child the proper math help they need without simply giving them the answers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tips are good for whether you want to figure out how to prepare for high school or college. After all, preparing for college will build on what you\u2019ve learned in high school! So, start the school year off with a bit of forethought and it should unfold with only minor bumps along the way! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Get Ready for High School<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/FE_DA_2013BHS_Charter.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"425\" height=\"282\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><a class=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/dbimages\/master\/40788\/FE_DA_2013BHS_Charter.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\">Image via USNews.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most students getting out of middle school, the prospect of high school can be rather intimidating due to the increased academic demands and the social obstacles that may hinder a lot of kids from enjoying those four years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to smooth that transition and help make the high school experience not just bearable but actually enjoyable, some preparation must be undertaken to help with that.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some may think that it\u2019s not entirely necessary, and they may be right, but every bit of good does count in the end when everything is accounted for. It does not hurt to be a bit more diligent, and it does help to be ready for whatever may come in high school.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are four major factors involved in proper high school prep, and here are some of the best ideas for each.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studying<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/dcvp84mxptlac.cloudfront.net\/blog-images\/STUDENTS_STUDYING_AT_CATHEDRAL_SENIOR_HIGH_SCHOOL_IN_NEW_ULM_MINNESOTA._THE_TOWN_IS_A_COUNTY_SEAT_TRADING_CENTER_OF..._-_NARA_-_558209-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"993\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><em><a class=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/b\/b8\/STUDENTS_STUDYING_AT_CATHEDRAL_SENIOR_HIGH_SCHOOL_IN_NEW_ULM,_MINNESOTA._THE_TOWN_IS_A_COUNTY_SEAT_TRADING_CENTER_OF..._-_NARA_-_558209.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\">Image via Wikimedia.org<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, the biggest part of preparing for high school is learning how to study properly. You might think that this should already be established by the time you get out of middle school, but it does help to refine and reassess one\u2019s study habits before high school, which is when academic expectations start getting ramped up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being able to have a good study space with little to no distractions, ample lighting, and comfortable surroundings is a necessity. It could be anywhere in the house, whether it\u2019s in one\u2019s own room, in the kitchen, at the living room, or so on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most important factor to a good study space is to be able to focus entirely on the studying while you are there. You can\u2019t do math questions if there are loud distractions or not enough light to read your textbook. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have your study space, you must then organize everything to make sure that your studying is as seamless as possible. Perhaps put a table lamp on the side to be able to read and see everything on the table. You may also need some pens, pencils, erasers, paper, ruler, notepad, and other supplies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever it may be, make sure that you have everything you need right there once you\u2019re about to study. Nothing is worse than missing something and having to look for it when you\u2019re supposed to be studying.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental Preparation and Coming to Terms with Social Norms in High School <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to getting through high school is positive thinking. Whether you\u2019re worried about your studies, your extracurricular activities, or what people are saying about you, it\u2019s best to look straight ahead and be able to see the silver lining throughout the whole time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a big thing for anyone going to high school since those four years are more than just about getting good grades. If it were just about academic achievement, then we would not be talking so much about high school in the first place. For most people, their difficulties in high school are not academic but social.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is absolutely important to maintain a healthy social life by having a group of friends you know you can trust even at the worst of times in school. This is invaluable as it can mean the difference between high school being okay and being like hell for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning for the Future<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As high school is the bridge between childhood and college, that\u2019s a good time to consider what you want to do in the future, whether you are going to college to take up a specific major or do something else. For most people at this time, they aren\u2019t sure of what to they really want to do for the rest of their life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s normal to be indecisive about one\u2019s future during this time, and it\u2019s important to keep your options open and explore whatever you could to understand where your true passion lies. The default options you have are to go to college and take up a degree that suits you best, as well as different courses that can help you learn the skills you may need in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also want to look into financial assistance programs if you are planning to go to college. There are number of options available, and they get even better if you\u2019re either a scholar or a star athlete. However you end up, it would be nice to have some help to get you through college and through your introduction to adulthood.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a parent and worried that your teen might not be ready for high school, you might also want to try <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parentingteens.about.com\/library\/sp\/quiz\/highschool\/bl_ready_high_school.htm\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this quiz from About.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">55 Back to School Tips from Google<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2015 school year has just started, and many students are surely both excited as well as worried on how well they\u2019ll do in their studies for the entire year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there are tons of web tools these days that can really be useful for students to further improve their learning experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of them is Google, probably the biggest technology innovator of this generation and a leader for pretty much everything over the web, including edtech tools (see <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/edu\/\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google for Education<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google has recently launched an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/get.google.com\/tips\/#!\/?category=learn-better\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">interactive back to school checklist of tips that students from all over the globe can utilize to make studying &amp; learning less difficult<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 and fun at the same time. Let\u2019s take a look at how to get ready for school!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/dcvp84mxptlac.cloudfront.net\/blog-images\/google-tips-backtoschool-765x2247.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"383\" height=\"1124\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">55 Back to School Tips from Google for Education<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translate foreign languages without leaving your doc<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Divvy up the work for a group project<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drop a video into your presentation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email your whole class with just one address<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint assignments even when you\u2019re using Docs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never sleep through class again<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t miss important emails from teachers and classmates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make edits on the way to class<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Say no to hackers. Actually, we\u2019ll say it for you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure your roommate isn\u2019t reading your email<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translate languages you don\u2019t even recognize<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snooze without losing your place<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look up new words without looking up from your doc<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do research in a language you don\u2019t speak<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amp up your selfies with code<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Host movie night whenever, wherever<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look sharp for your homecoming date<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Master the art of group projects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free music for studying and partying<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show your History class what it\u2019s like to see the Pyramids<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a field trip from your laptop<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read textbooks that translate themselves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save your most needed translations for language class<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Had a fun summer? Cue the collage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check if it\u2019s game on or game off. Get the forecast fast<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn to code nearby<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do homework on the go<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hack photos and PDFs to say what you want<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go ninja on identity thieves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your sources straight with easy footnotes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A complete spreadsheet with less typing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run your own research study<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ditch the note-cards and present with confidence<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your whole team\u2019s info in one place<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find a good time to host a study group<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pretend you\u2019re always this organized<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study and compare images for Art History<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get inspiration for your next paper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep track of all your classes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep off the freshman 15<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never miss that weekly study group<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See your plans (and due dates) for the week at a glance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Got a lot of research? Use a lot of tabs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See who changed what in your group project<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your selfies to yourself<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never miss a homework assignment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back to school pranks? Lock your device to stay safe<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work without interruption. Or WiFi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your school and personal email in one place<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hit the books where you want to, not just where there\u2019s WiFi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take turns taking notes with Google Docs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a password haters can\u2019t guess<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a research question? Just ask<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer meltdown? Your files are safe online<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid long-term relationships with textbooks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">101 Ways to Be More Productive During Summer Vacation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you\u2019re on break in between school years, it would be wise to spend that time productively through one or several of these 100 good things that can be done during your summer vacation. There\u2019s a lot of options for things to do before going to school again!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest and relax:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power down and destress.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Catch up on movies, shows, or games.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fix your sleep schedule.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hang out with your friends.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage in a relaxing hobby.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen to some relaxing music.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make some art.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your dog for a walk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to meditate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find a quiet spot in town where you can reflect.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help out:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do household chores.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help in cleaning up your neighborhood.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer neighbors to do chores and errands for them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join a volunteer outreach program.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read for the blind and dyslexic.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Volunteer in an retirement home.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knit or crochet for babies and pets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deliver meals to clients or the needy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look after younger family members and relatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give your pets a bath.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the countryside.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go camping, hiking, and\/or backpacking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Become an exchange student.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit your out-of-town or overseas friends and family.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work abroad.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make good use of your student status and get discounts to tours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book an educational tour.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get into couch surfing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit a zoo and\/or aquarium.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Volunteer abroad.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gain more knowledge:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read some books from cover to cover.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do writing exercises.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to cook.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice a musical instrument.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn a new language.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attend summer school. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit museums.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit historical sites.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take online courses. We have some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">great math videos<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch online university lectures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make something with your own hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.studypug.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study in advance or get a tutor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for subjects you\u2019re having a hard time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earn and learn about money:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for an internship or a part-time job.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open a bank account.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to manage your money.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start looking into different ways of investing money.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of business ideas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start a small business.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to do your own taxes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read up on the stock market.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research on foreign exchange.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look up financial scams and learn how to avoid them.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare for school and your future:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look at next school year\u2019s curriculum.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Browse your text books.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look at colleges and majors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Browse job markets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write down your goals and future aspirations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rule out things that you don\u2019t like.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work to discover your true passion. Taking a look at back to school activities might help.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Figure out how to make your passion profitable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work on your resume or curriculum vitae.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Challenge yourself:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dig up an old to-do list and complete it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean your whole living space.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write a novel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Produce a short film.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research your family history.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat healthier.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get into a regular workout routine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work towards some physical milestones (workout and go to the gym).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Train and join a race.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take up swimming and other water sports.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Climb a mountain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get into a martial art.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quit bad habits.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work on your own professional brand while you\u2019re still young:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start a blog.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean up your social media.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take more pictures and create a photo diary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice your public speaking skills.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make videos and upload them online.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start your own podcast.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about online marketing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build your portfolio.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help Mother Nature:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plant your own garden.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t drive; walk or ride a bike.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your own compost heap.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycle old stuff to make new stuff.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help groups with planting trees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Volunteer to help take care of rescued animals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work at an organic farm.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Become a better person:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decide to become a better person. This is always the first step.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make amends with estranged friends and family.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a habit of thanking others.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn a weakness into a strength.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for a mentor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be a mentor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find ways to get motivated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Master time management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Become more organized.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Count your blessings and be grateful for what you have.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Become gracious in your victories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn how to come to terms with your failures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope your back to school prep goes smoothly! 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