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Whether you’re a wide-eyed freshman or a seasoned senior, the first day of school can be exciting. It’s a chance to see old friends, make new friends, and get a fresh start academically. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t a little nerve-racking as well. Luckily, you can shake off a bunch of these nerves with a little bit of preparation. By getting as much out of the way as possible ahead of time, you’ll give yourself plenty of breathing room to make the most of your first day.
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- Teachers and staff work hard to make sure that the first day of school is streamlined for new students. Don’t worry about getting lost or ending up in the wrong class. You’ll have plenty of support on the first day.Thanks
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- ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/life/school/a33397/the-first-day-of-school-freshman-year-vs-senior-year/
- ↑ Ashley Pritchard, MA. School Counselor. Expert Interview. 4 November 2019.
- ↑ https://www.teenvogue.com/story/back-to-school-first-day-outfit-advice
- ↑ https://www.statesman.com/story/news/2018/08/10/eight-things-to-do-the-night-before-school-starts/986891007/
- ↑ https://ncm.sweetwaterschools.org/first-day-of-school-instructions/
- ↑ https://www.wvnstv.com/news/west-virginia-news/freshmen-prepare-for-first-day-of-high-school-in-wyoming-county/
- ↑ Ashley Pritchard, MA. School Counselor. Expert Interview. 4 November 2019.
- ↑ https://www.seattletimes.com/education-lab/first-person-sleep-expert-on-how-to-get-ready-for-seattles-new-school-start-times/
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/features/students-sleep.htm
- ↑ Ashley Pritchard, MA. School Counselor. Expert Interview. 4 November 2019.
- ↑ https://www.realsimple.com/work-life/life-strategies/time-management/morning-routine-for-school
- ↑ Ashley Pritchard, MA. School Counselor. Expert Interview. 4 November 2019.
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