7TH GRADE SURVIVAL GUIDE

Mr. Cherry Mrs. Garrard

Mrs. BartholomewMrs. Walker

HEY SBO’S - WHAT CAN 7TH GRADE STUDENTS DO TO MAKE SURE MIDDLE SCHOOL IS FUN?

KNOW HOW TO WORK THE HALLWAYS

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KEYS TO SUCCESS IN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Organization - Find what works for you

Communicate with Teachers and Parents

Be in School Every Day

• You have homework everyday!!!

• Study Habits - Pick the same time & place to do your

homework and study

• Review/Learn material

• After School Enrichment Program

How to Use Your Planner

• PLAN, PLAN, PLAN!!!!!!!

• Be consistent

• Take breaks when doing homework or studying

• Don’t wait until late in the evening to do your homework

TIME MANAGEMENT

WHAT IS STRESS?

IS STRESS GOOD OR

BAD?

WHAT KINDS OF THINGS STRESS YOU OUT?

• How does stress make you feel– Physically

• headaches, stomach aches, or exhaustion– Emotionally

• fear or sadness– Mentally

• increased anxiety

• Stress is a normal part of life!– There are GOOD and BAD ways to deal with stress

STRESS MANAGEMENT

10 TIPS TO KEEP YOU COOL, CALM & COLLECTED

1. Put your body in motion

2. Fuel up3. LOL4. Have fun with

friends 5. Spill it to

someone you trust

6. Take time to chill

7. Catch some zzzz…

8. Keep a journal

9. Get it together

10. Lend a hand

HOW DO DEAL WITH MY STRESS?

• Attitude• Deep breathing• Exercise• Visualization• Journaling• Progressive Muscle Relaxation• Meditation• Positive Self-Talk• Talk to your School Counselor