High School Organizational Skills
As a high school student—teenagers need to learn and practice good organizational skills before they enter college or take on their first professional job after graduation. From taking good notes during class and setting educational goals to creating a quiet, study area at home and investing in calendar, you can develop high school organization skills in a variety of ways.
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Designate a Study Area
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Pick an area in your house that's quiet and free from distractions such as foot traffic and the television. Set up this area with essential school supplies: a notebook, note cards, highlighters, pen, pencils, a computer and other materials you use to study.
Create a Routine
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Create a routine you can stick to that covers everything from the time you wake up for school to the time you devote to studying and completing homework after school. Your routine will keep you organized and focused on how you structure your day.
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Calendar
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Use a calendar to schedule your daily activities. List your study times, group meetings and any club, sports or organization meetings you have to attend.
Good Note-Taking
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Take notes during your classes, and review them daily so the material you learn stays fresh in your head. Studying your notes daily also prevents you from cramming to remember information for an exam or quiz at the last minute. With in-depth knowledge of your notes, you'll prepare yourself to participate actively in daily class discussions with ease.
Study Partner
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Find a study buddy or study group that can hold you accountable for preparing for tests and class work. Include meeting dates and times with your study buddy or group members on your calendar.
Get Adequate Rest
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Get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night to ensure you feel rested and ready to tackle the day ahead of you. Getting adequate sleep can help you think clearer, function more efficiently and retain information better.
Set Goals
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Each morning, set short-term daily goals that you hope to accomplish in the form of a to-do list. For example, you may need to make note cards for a class or pick up a book from the library for a project. Keep the goals specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely. While short-term goals play an important role in your road to organization, long-term goal planning can help keep you organized and focused on your future by giving you a blueprint to follow.
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References
- "7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens;" Sean Covey; 1998
- "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Study Skills;" Randall S. Hansen and Katharine Hansen; 2008
- College Board: Time Management Tips for High School Students
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