The start of another school year is probably not exactly the time of year that most kids look forward to. Don’t get us wrong, education is an important part of growing up, but we can all remember the sadness that resulted as we watched summer drift away and classes once again consume a good chunk of our awake time.
And it can be even more challenging and anxiety provoking when you’re either moving from elementary to middle school or middle school to high school, or entering a new school completely.
But don’t worry, we successfully made it through 12 years of school plus a few more in college that we have a pretty good idea of what to do when making a good first impression is of the utmost importance.
So we want to help. Here’s a few helpful tips that might make the transition a little easier or cause a whole host of problems. We’re obviously hoping for the first option, but you really don’t know until you try.
∎ Shave the school mascot into the back of your head. It sure will be a good conversation starter. (It will also make a good photo that you should send us.)
∎ Rent a limo for the first week of school. By the time people realize you don’t really own it, your charm will have made it impossible for them to be mad at you for stretching the truth.
∎ Whatever you do, don’t wear a fanny pack. C’mon, don’t look at us that way, you know why we’re saying this.
∎ Scope out the fastest way to the cafeteria and practice your route. You don’t want to get stuck in the lunch line when the tummy monster comes growling.
∎ Start a campaign to reinstate recess or nap time. Why do the younger kids get to have all the fun?
∎ Stock up on snacks for your locker. You have to admit that’s a pretty good idea and you might be able to make a little extra cash on the side. People gotta eat.
∎ Pick out a good seat for your classes in the first week, getting there a little early each day to cement it as yours. Make sure it’s got a good view of the clock and door, and isn’t too close to the front or back. You don’t want a goody two-shoes or slacker label.
∎ Check out and see if there’s a super secret spot for a nap. Assuming your campaign fails, you want to have a fallback plan.
