5 New Year's Resolutions: High School Student Edition

Hello, all! With 2016 coming quickly, it could only mean one thing: New Year's resolutions! Here are a few resolutions for you all as high school students that will help you finish off this first semester and the rest of the school year right.

1. Work towards those A's.
With finals coming up, starting off 2016 with the mindset of passing all your classes is the first step. Everybody is capable of passing all their classes. Seeing those A's on your final report card will not only put a smile on your face, but also your parents' and college admission officers for when you apply.

2. Plan accordingly!
This could be hard, with going to school for 6+ hours, then sports and other extracurriculars, then hours of homework. And don't forget getting a full night's sleep! Making a plan to complete all on your schedule is an essential resolution for a high school student's new year. Building this habit will also pay off in the future!

3. Eat healthy.
This may be odd, but having a great diet will help you feel good, physically and mentally. Trade in those Hot Cheetos and Sprite for some trail mix and lemonade or water. Your brain and body will thank you. 

4. Take up something new.
Join a sport you've never done before. Join a new club that you've been interested in but never took the chance at. You could meet new friends and maybe even find out something about yourself that you never knew! It also looks good on your college and job applications in the future. But also look at #2: remember to plan accordingly when adding something new to your schedule.

5. Stop procrastinating! 
Okay, this is easier said than done. Procrastination has gotten the best of us. How often have you underestimated how much time it will take to get something done? Then, the night before your 10 page essay that you haven't even started on, you realize you don’t have the time to do your best. Usually, this doesn’t turn out so well. Starting and finishing a project early will help you build a habit that will be extremely helpful to you throughout life.

I hope you all take these into consideration. See you all after break, Royals!

Diana