How to Level Up Back to School

Written by: Angela Johnson, IGA 12th Grader 

Tips on Going back to school!

Attention to the class of 2023

Yes, I know it’s time to go back and finish this chapter called High School, while four years flew between COVID, maturing, and now becoming a whole adult!

So I decided to create a list for all students, but a special shout-out to the class of 2023 !!! 

Tip One: Breathe, OMG!

It may sound crazy, overrated, and super lame, but let me tell you, this helps so much! When you feel like you want to explode, remember to take a second and breathe!!! Do it with me; inhale, then exhale! Boom! Now proceed with the rest of your day! 

Tip Two: Don’t spend your day on your phone.

Yes, who doesn’t like creating Tiktok videos or checking Instagram to read the latest celebrity gossip? But it’s important to be digitally present, especially for seniors, right?

 You want to take the time out of your day to enjoy this moment, that “wow! I made it to my senior year! ( I know that’s right in my cardi B voice) 

Tip Three: Get out of Your Comfort Zone

 OMG, for the people in the back! Remember to get out of your comfort zones. This is your last year of high school. I encourage you to do something fun and safe; this challenges you! 

Tip Four: Remember to Have Fun

Yes, we should apply for colleges, jobs, and all that adult stuff. But again, remember not to kill yourself; health is wealth. 

Tip Five: Come up with a Strategy

 It would be best if you had a strategy to execute everything. For example, applying for college, landing your first job, taking a gap year, etc.  

Again, that’s all I have for everyone; sending you my kisses and keeping it simple and sweet.

Again special shout-out to the Class of 2023!