How can i get organized for back to school?

Question

if i am 12 and i wake up at 7 what time should i be going to bed? do you think it is a good idea to get a mini planner so i can keep notes of what days there is tests and reports due? whats middle school like? luckily i dont have to switch schools because my school is k-12 but is it much different? do you have any study tips that work really well for you? how long ahead of time should i be studing for a test? do you have any other tips or websites that can help me? thanks!

Answer 1

It all depends on you but, I recommend getting a planner it helps me enormously and it will help you remember things better  and keeps you organized.

Study tips: take notes, use highliters on main points/important info.

Write done defintions of bolded words in textbooks on paper or index cards. taking notes on index cards is also great for review. Outline chapters in textbook using a format that suits you. Staying organized is a big key sucess.

Studying for a test: Depends on you. I never need to study but I pay attention in class. I would suggest reviewing a little every day before a test rather than craming though.

Hope this helps! God Bless

Answer 2

8 hours of sleep is needed for your body to perform optimally. Maybe pack it in around 10-10:30.

If you like writing things down, and note-taking then a mini-planner will help you feel and stay organized. though, personally I think people rely too much on these methods and should  excersise their memory more (a good memory helps in test taking too)

it's not that much different. You are encouraged to take more responsibility for yourself.  The information you learn in your classes will be more in-depth. You may do more group-work.

Studying depends on you and the subject of the test.  

If you're good at the subject, you will be able to absorb specific facts with more efficiency. You would probably be ok by preping 2 days before. Read all possible information that could be on the test, sleep on it. the next day, write down all the facts etc that you think you will need. If you find that you've remembered only certain things, spend the day before reviewing what didn't come out on paper so easily.

For the tough stuff,  give it a week. Break your test down into topics/question types etc. Get as much information about the specific content of the test possible.

Read everything for general understanding, don't get too specific. Sleep on it, let it absorb as a whole.

Then go back, and work with one or two specific areas a day.

Read the information outloud, write it down, think about what it means and how it relates to the subject as a whole.

The day before the test, take all of the material you need and cram all of it into one last day of information osmosis. By now you will probably know what things you need to make acronyms for or take special pains to remember. Do this mainly for specific facts/information. Go to bed early. Eat the trailmix and other good brainfood.

My personal favourite from way back when, in science class was:

King Paul Crossed Oceans For Great s*x     ie

Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.

Answer 3

maybe you should go to bed at like.. 10

YES having a mini planner really helps to keep you organized

middle school is another version of high school but more mild

don't procrastinate !

don't study for the test a day before.. that really isn't a good way to study

Answer 4

A girl asked is you like dory.

You answered.'YEAH I SUPPOSE..WHAT AGE ARE YOU THOUGH.. 6?'

iTS REALLY SHALLOW YOU NEED TO MAKE THESE POINTLESS COMMENTS.

why are you asking this question?Im talking about the school one btw.

Are you insecure,about what other people think?

..Jeez,what age are youu!?

66 yes,pointless.See if everyone was like you,there would be no point in having an opinion.

So if they arent nice,you shoudlent really voice them.

If you have to,then atleast make them more kind.

Answer 5

- its good to get about 8 -10 hours of sleep so i suggest going to bed at 10.

- Yes a mini planner is good, in some schools you can buy it at school but if you cant at your school then YES thats a good thing to keep track of homework and tests.

-Middle school is brand new experience, you change classes, lockers, more freedom.

- Good thing you wont have to switch schools, so you will know pretty much where everything is and people from your last year will be with you.

- I hate studying but for me, Flash cards help alot!!! Also when you get the date for the test start studying everyday till when the test is, its help you memorize it.

- Like i said before the day you get the test date

-http://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Success-in-M...

http://www.wikihow.com/Organize-Your-Sch...

Type in other stuff in wikihow and they will have it

HAVE FUN

Answer 6

Someone your age should get 8-10 hours of sleep a night, but I know that's not reasonable. I teach 7th grade human biology so I know how much energy your body requires every day to grow. Try to get to bed by 10pm, earlier if you feel tired. I am sure you'll have a hard time falling asleep the night before school starts! And remember, no skipping meals. There is a lot of research that proves hungry students do not perform well.

If your school doesn't provide a planner/agenda book (many middle schools do), it is an excellent idea to start one yourself. Most adults use a planner of some sort and starting this habit as a young teen (you are almost there!) will help you as you start having more responsibilities, homework, activities, and eventually jobs, appointments, etc.

I would expect that by 7th grade you will see a significant increase in homework quantity and expectation of quality from your teachers. My students find it difficult at first, by but the second quarter, they are doing just fine.

As far as study tips, my most successful students study every subject a little bit every night, in addition to homework. They review any notes or pages in the textbook that the teacher covered that day. This way, what you learned locks in and you are ready for tomorrow. If you don't understand something from the day before, how can you keep up the next day? This is particularly important in math. Also, if you study a little every day, you will find that you won't have to study that hard for tests because you really already learned everything.

I find the biggest test-taking challenge my students have is getting nervous. If you are a nervous test taker, check out kidshealth.org or teenshealthc.org for tips. But if you did all your homework earnestly, paid attention in class and studied a little every night, then there is nothing to be nervous about!

Lastly, be careful about using websites for studying until you know your teacher well. Most teachers have specific topics they want you to learn and will test you in a certain way. At your age, without someone helping you, outside information may confuse you more than help you. If you need extra help, ask your teacher, someone doing well in class, or an older student that did well in that same class. Many teachers understand that students learn in many different ways and if you ask, may be willing to review a topic with you in a different way than he/she presented it in class.

I hope this helps. It sounds like you are excited to enter the 7th grade and you should be! This year will go so fast you won't believe it, and before you know it, you will be a big 8th grader, running the school! Enjoy the rest of your summer and good luck in school this year!

Answer 7

You should be going to bed between 7 and 9. Trust me midle school is not scary. There is a ,magazine called discovery girls it has a lot of good articles (Aug/Sept issue)

Establish a routine  

Set aside a particular time each day for study and revision and stick to it.  

Create a study environment  

This should be away from interruptions and household noise, such as the television. Ensure there is adequate lighting and ventilation, a comfortable chair and appropriate desk.  

Set a timetable  

With a timetable you can plan to cover all your subjects in an organised way, allotting the appropriate time for each without becoming overwhelmed.  

Look after yourself  

Drink plenty of fluids, especially water, and eat healthy foods. Keep sugary foods to a minimum. Make sure you get enough sleep each night. Regular physical exercise makes you feel great, boosts your energy and helps you relax. So try to keep up regular sporting activities or at least fit in some regular exercise as often as you can.  

Reward yourself for studying  

Watch your favourite television program, spend time with your friends, walk to the park and play sport throughout the week.  

Have variety in your study program  

Study different subjects each day and do different types of work and revision in each study session.  

Avoid interrupting your concentration  

Have all the appropriate materials with you before you start a session of study to minimise distractions.  

Test yourself on what you have studied  

Ask your parents or family members to quiz you on what you have learnt, use draft questions from books, past assessments or major exam papers.  

Don't panic at exam time  

If you have followed a study routine and have been revising your class work, there should be no need to worry. Try to keep yourself calm, positive and confident.  

Ask your teachers for guidance  

Especially if you're having trouble - whether it's grasping a new concept or understanding something you learnt earlier in the year. They will be happy to help.  

Answer 8

i think i can answer that you did have the right answer too so you have to get a mini planner  and you should sleep t 8:00 pm and you have to study up to 4 to 8:00 got it