It is possible to get all your work done and maintain an awesome social life in high school. Justin knows from experience and is here to share his top four time management tips. Check out the video below!
1. Start using an agenda
If you write things down, you will never miss a due date or let a big test sneak up on you. Writing out your task list is the easiest way to remember everything you have to do and when you have to do it, so pick up an agenda or planner you can write everything in to keep it all in one place. It doesn’t have to be fancy, so long as it's useable!
2. Use your free time in school to catch up on schoolwork
If you have a sub in a class, a study hall, or other free time, use it as a work period! The more you do in school, the less you’ll have to do at home and the more time you can spend relaxing, leading to less overall stress. Free time or study hall is also useful if you need help from a teacher or need to see a tutor.
3. Be proactive and do your homework first
Try to prioritize your homework as soon as you get home from school. Procrastination is the killer! If you get into a routine of being lazy when you get home, it’ll be hard to break and leave you with late nights pouring over textbooks. Make sure you prioritize homework so you can have more time to do the things you love!
4. Use CollegeXpress
If you're a junior thinking about college or a senior getting ready to apply, you’ll save a lot of time by using CollegeXpress to conduct your search and learn about the admission process. You can search for colleges and find scholarships to apply to all while familiarizing yourself with what college will be like when you get there!
Related: The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Use CollegeXpress
Time management is all about being a little more mindful and intentional with your planning. Keeping a calendar, maximizing on spare time, and avoiding procrastination are all major hallmarks of a well-balanced schedule that won't leave you stressed the whole year.
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