It can be tough to get back in the swing of things after a quick break, especially with enthusiasm about the upcoming break building ever higher. Anticipation and excitement about the holiday break and what it might hold in store for us can lead to daydreaming and inefficient use of time. This compounds our being out of routine from the Thanksgiving break.
Like sprinters headed down the final stretch, it can help us to keep the finish line in sight and make sure each stride has a purpose. If we slow down and coast into the finish, we're unlikely to be pleased with our results.
What is one specific thing that you can do to maximize each day in school before the next break?
(The more specific you are, the more easily you'll be able to evaluate your process and assess how well you did at a later date. Hint, hint.)
Like sprinters headed down the final stretch, it can help us to keep the finish line in sight and make sure each stride has a purpose. If we slow down and coast into the finish, we're unlikely to be pleased with our results.
What is one specific thing that you can do to maximize each day in school before the next break?
(The more specific you are, the more easily you'll be able to evaluate your process and assess how well you did at a later date. Hint, hint.)
79 comments:
To maximize each day in school, I can pay attention more in class and raise my hand more often during class to answer questions or ask questions if I don't understand. I sometimes do this but I sometimes don't. I am surprised this was the blog comment this week because I was thinking the same thing as I was going to bed on Sunday night! It is kind of freaky how that happened!
Lauren L. Period 2
One thing that I can do to get the most out of each day is wake up earlier. If I lie in bed too long, it could slow down the pace of my day and I will be tired, and so forth. If I wake up earlier, I can get a jump start on the day, and I will be more alert and attentive.
Sean Mebust, Period 3
What makes me maximize my day before the next break is, I just keep thinking,if I make it through this day it becomes closer to the next break. I just keep pluging through the day. Maybe if I work harder during the day, the day mightseem to go faster and break might seem to come closer.
Kate Preston Pr.2
Some things I can do to keep my school days maximized is to think about something I like before each class or day. Also if I am having a good day before school, I can be more focused.
Travis T. Period 2
One specific thing to maximize your day before the next break is probably to have all your work done completely and accurately. Also have everything organized before you leave and not having to owe any work.
-Genevieve per.5
One specific thing that I can do to maximize each day in schol before the next break is try to pay really hard attention in all classes, studying for all quizzes and tests that are coming up, and do all my homework. Making flash cards for quizzes and tests really helps me out for studyinga and to keep things in my head so I just know them better all in all. I can listen really hard and when I don't get something make sure to ask a question and undertsnd it better. I can always try really hard in all my classes aswell.
EmmyD.
Period 2
Something I could maximize each day in school before the next break is that I could ask for extra credit like my mom wanted me to do. I could make sure my homework is always done.
one thing i can do to maximize each day in school before the next break is that at the end of every week is could go to all my teachers and see if i owe work and if i do hopefully i can get done over the weekend.
Matt burch P1.
(ps: go steelers!!!)
Something I could maximize each day to make school before the next day is I could ask for extra credit like my mom wanted me to do. I could also keep getting my homewrok done in time.
-Jasmine Martinez period 1
One thing that I can do is every day to bring in my backpack and never have to look for it around the school and miss class because it is my responsibility to have my backpack every day including my homework every day and that will help so that I don't have to deal with detention and in school suspension So when I get out of school I can live a peaceful life and not have to be bad because if I keep doing this I won't have to worry about the cops trying to find me every day for the rest of my life.
!!!!! DANIEL MARINO !!!!!
i think i should do the due work thats ahead so when the day comes i wont be like awww man i forgot about that. And should do home work when its due.
andrew. m
period 3 11/30/10
I could pay attention to what is being taught,write down everything i thought was important, and do not talk or disrupt the classroom. Ryan Mcguire
With break coming up, it can be hard for me to focus. I need to try and focus more each day in class, and make a schedule for doing homework. Sports can also make it hard to focus too.
Kristin R.
Period 5
What I could do to mazimize each day in school before the next break is I could do my homework for the reast of the week, and I could make a schedule for this week as well. I also could study for any tests coming up or work on my history project for history day. There is many things I could do.
period 2 alexie T'Souvas
It was hard to get back in the grove after Thanksgiving break. I am also exited about break. One thing I can do is to listen in class and pay attention.
KENNETH ROBERTS
PERIOD 3
One thing that I can do to get the most out of each day is to get more involved in class discussions and make my work neater. If I participate I won’t get bored in class so easily. I also could do more extra credit.
Philip Wasson
per. 5
There are many things I can do to maximize each day before holliday break. One thing that has proven effective in helping me move along in my day is creating a schedeulle in my haed. I usually do this the night before when I am in bed or while I am getting dressed in the morning. This helps me stay on track during the day and maximize my productivity.
Michael K. Per.3
A thing that help's me maximize each day is paying attention in class, and being envloped with class dissuctution. Also having a good morning helps for me.
Tanner C
per 3
One specific thing that i can do to maximize each day in school before break by making thoughtful questions and participating in more school activities.
A. Stegman period 1
To maximize each day you could do several things. One thing you could do is make sure you have everything for your classes that day in school.
Sean M. per 2
This isn't something I have thought about in the past, but now that I am I completely agree with mr. Abts when it comes to the getting back in the swing of things. One thing I could do to help myself is to get work done earlier and not put big projects off till the last minute.
Ray Smith per. 1
one specific thing that you can do to maximize each day in school before the next break is to get all my homework that is due before the break and hand it in before break.
Elias P. Period 1
To maximize each day in school before the next break is that I tell myself that when today is over, it is a day closer. If I have fun in school the next break will seem like it came sooner like I wanted it too.
Molly M. Period 5
One thing that i could do to maximize my day at school is to wake up and think about what I have to do for that day. I could also raise my hand every time I know the answer not just when I feel like it.
Maya W. Per2
There are so many things I can do to maximize each day before the next break, including all the little stuff that makes life a little easier every day. I can make sure I am focused 110% everyday, study for upcoming tests, and stay on top of my homework. To make sure I’m focused I can pay attention, and ask questions if I’m confused about something. To study for tests and quizzes, I need to make sure I study a reasonable amount of time before the test. Also flash cards are a big help when I am preparing for a big test. To stay on top of my homework I need to make sure I write down everything I need to know in my agenda and check it when I’m done with my homework to make sure I completed everything.
Alexandra R.
Period 2
I think that one specific thing that I could do to maximize each day at school before Christmas break would be to pay attention more i school so that i can consume more knowledge and ask if I can have some practice that I can do over the break so that my mind doesn't get completely onto break.
Maddy Kramer Per. 3
The thing I would do would to be more "awake" in class and pay attention. My grades have been going up and im very happy but that still doesn’t mean I can’t try harder!
Skyler T p.3
I can maximize my day at each school by being prepared for school the night before. I won't be missing anything or racing to catch up because I already know where everything is and what to do. I could also start studying more to help my grades improve.
Sylvia J. 5
The things I could do to keep speeding ahead. Well even though break is just around the corner and it going to be great we still have to focus on the school year because lets face it if you’re daydreaming through the next 16 days your missing a lot of important information. Like in history we r going to start learning about the revolution. In the science we have quizzes these next two weeks grammar and math are also very important. We need to keep ourselves intact and to do so we can keep our discussions more school related and not about “ What r u getting for Christmas?!?” kind of things we can help friends prepare for quizzes and tests and keep going with out normal lives. For awhile.
Liz Olmstead
Per.3
I am normally not a "morning person". This causes me to daze off in class and later on not know what were supposed to do. Also if I don't understand something I will not ask why the thing i just learned is the way it is. To maximize each day in school I could start going to bed earlier and I also could eat break fast in the morning. If I practice doing these thing maybe my grades will get better and maybe I just might like school a little bit more.
Josh N. Period 2
To maximize each day of school before the next break I need to pay more attention in class instead of day dreaming. I need to stay focused on what is being taught each day. This will help me study early in the week so when it comes to the night before the test or quiz I will I know the information better.
Noah Briggs Period 5
a thing that i can maximise is studying because i have two stidy halls on b days
austinp5
One thing that I do to maxamize my school day is to listen beter than I usually do to make it better.
Joseph peterson
per3
One thing I can do to keep myself stay focused during School is pay attention in class discussions and raise my hand when I have a question of course not thinking of an upcoming break is difficult but if I dont do it I wont pay attention in class which is not a good thing
Peter B.
i think one thing i can do is mabe pay atetion more in class
One thing I can do to maxmize my knollege in school is to wake up early and have a breakfeast for once.
by josh r per 2
One specific thing I can do to maximize each day in school before the next break is to pay attention more because usually before break I tend to not focus as much when there is a break.
christopher schulz per 3
One specific thing that I can do to maximize each day in school before the next break is pay better attention in class and I might do better
Nolan r.3rd
For me to maximaize my learing in school after break is to pay attention more and study harder so i can be more focused
Max Clinton p. 1
What i would do to maximize each day in school is keep up with my homework, study for tests and ask all myteachers if i owe any back work. If i do then i could get it done that night or the next day. I agree with Matt. And if i was absent then i will make up class work and quizes/Tests during advisory or lunch.
Amber Brown
Period 3.
What I can do to maxinize my day is i can wake up earlier and get to school also I can raise my hand in class and
answer questions and ask questions
Jennifer Flynn
Period 3
One Thing I could do to make every day longer is to wake up early and go to bed late and I would have to keep it up until the break then I would sleep in.
Trentin Carentz period 1
On ething that I would choose to maximize each day in school is to pay attention more. Mostly in class I get caught not paying attention and so I get called on. It can be really imbearissing when I don't know the answer. On eof the reasons why I don't pay attention is because I might not get as much sleep at night. And those are some of the things that I could do to maximize my knowelede in class
!Lauryn Makofske! period 5
One thing I can to maximize my day at school is paying attention in class. I also think I can maximize my day by sitting away from friends when there is an important test coming up, also I think that the place I sit(location) can maxmize my day(sitting in the front row). One other thing I think I can maximize my day on is getting a great nights sleep, since I have trouble waking up in the morning!
Christian Sepp Period 2
I can maximize my days before break by participating more in class, and raise my hand to answer questions in math class, which I rarely do. Also have all my homework done that night rather than cramming it all in at lunch when I forget to do an assignment. That doesn't happen that often though.
Liz Millea
Period 2
One thing I can do to maximize my day is to make sure I have not forgotten anything at my locker or at home. I can be more organized, and make sure my notes are readable and clear. I can do my homework that can be done ahead of time early in the week so I do not have to worry about it latter in the week.
Anna G
Period 2
One thing i can do to maximize each day is to look ahead and think about the possitive things.I dont usuakky do that.
Alex Quayle per.5
To get the most out of each day, a proper breakfast is a good way to start. A balanced meal which has protein, complex carbohydrates, and small amount of sugars is essential. My favorite way to start the day which is easy and quick is a bowl of raisin bran with skim milk, a banana, a glass of orange juice and a cup of coffee slighly sweetened with a dollop of skimmed milk. This gives me a lot of energy to get through the morning and carries me until our 10:30am lunch when I can refuel again with our nutritious variety of school lunch options.
One thing that I can do is wake up earlier so have more time to eat and get dressed in the morning. another thing is to be focused in school.
Wade Stahl
Peiod 3
One thing I could do before break to maximize my progress is study more and participate in class more often. I participate a lot now but I think I could participate more. I think if I study more I could do better in school and maybe things would stay in my head over break. Most of the time when I get back from vacation I forget things, and don’t like that because then I have to catch up and relearn. I also think that if I help my peers it would help me. I think that if help my peers I would be going over material and also helping someone else. Overall if I do these things I think will have a better vacation and a better time when I get back to school.
Noah H Period 3
Well there is a lot of things I can maximize in each school day! The thing that I really need to maximize my paying attention skills and needing to ask more questions when I am confused on things. Also another thing I can maximize is my studying. I love the breaks we have but when I know I need to study because there is a test coming up the week we get back. So I do need to "maximize" these things!!!!!!
(P.S. dont get me wrong I LOVE breaks)
Alex Janitz
P.2 ☺ ☻ ♥
One specific thing I can do to maximize each day in school before break is I can think about if I do well in school before the break then I don’t have to feel guilty over the break.
August S. period 1
One way i can maximize my school day is to have fun doing the activities that are planed. I can also pay attention more in class. I sometimes get caught doodling. I should also try to keep up on work. Sometimes I fall behind in class when we are taking notes(doodling, then later when I do my homework I get troubled.
Connor Fay p.3
There are many things in school that I can do to maximize my time at school. One thing I can do is pay attention more in class because sometimes I just start daydreaming. I could also get involved more and when I know the answer to a question I should raise my hand. For everybody there is always ways to improve.
Ciara M. 5
One specific thing that I can do to maximize each day in school before the next break is to go to sleep early. If I go to sleep earlier than 2:00 a.m. I should be able to wake up quicker. When I wake up, I'm usually still tired so I don't think that well. If I am more awake, this might help to improve my grades, especially when I have a test or quiz first period.
Michelle Zhang Period 2
To maximize my day in school I will focus more in class and be sure to wright everything in my agenda so I can be sure to my homework in every class. One other thing I can do is to study hard for tests since I don't really do well on tests.
To maximize each day in school I can write notes down whan you write something on the borad. I can study more so I can get good grades in english class so I can pass english class.
Per.1
-Victoria C.
One specific thing I can do to maximize my day is to get ready for bed earlier. I usually should be getting ready for bed at about 9:00 p.m. but I never really start until about 9:30 p.m. and in that half an hour I don't really do anything. If I start at 9:00 p.m., I won't be as sleepy in the morning, which slows down my morning process making it a lot longer than it should be. I will also be more alert and ready in my morning classes.
Alex G.
One specific thing I do to maximize each day before break is to pay more attention. Sometimes I notice that I haven't been paying attention at all, because I was doing something like day-dream. Other times I pay attention but I don't understand it. I usually never ask a lot of questions unless I am very confused. I should probably change that too.
~Caroline Leonard~ ~Period 3~
One specific thing that I can do to maximize each day in school before the next break is to pay very close attention in class. I can may attention by not doodling, and listening closely. Another way I can pay attention is by having all my homework done, so I don't have to worry about it and get distracted. This will hopefully help me maximize each day in school before the next break.
Margie K. per.3
To make sure I make the best out of my day if I were to finish class work early or whatever we may be working on I can study for a test or work on homework. I also think that if I pay attention in class better I will be able to accomplish the work easyer and more efficiently so that I might have more time to myself.
Scott Segit,
period 1
Something I can do to maximize each day in school is by being attentive in class. If I do this it will help me ask good questions and make me more prepared come time for a quiz or test. I can also do my homework carefully and make sure I understand the concepts on it.
Abby L. Period 3
One spicific thing that I can do to maximizen each day of school is to really take in all the information that I get from the classes and really think and understand it so that I am not a complete idiot when I come back from break.
Carson H.
Period 2
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With break coming soon I get very excited, which sometimes makes me unfocused. I should try to pay more attention in class and try to answer more questions, and ask more questions. If I wake up too early I can be tired through out the day which makes me very unattentative. Overall I think I should just try to focus on what we are talking about in class and try not to think about the future unless that is the subject.
Caroline Gozigian
period 5
There are many things I can do to maximize each and every day before holiday break. First I could participate more in class so that I know everything well just in case I have a test or a quiz. Also I could make sure that I don’t owe any work for classes to keep my grades up. Last I could wake up a little earlier each morning to look over notes or to just get a jump start on the long day ahead of me.
Carmen Booan 2
Things that I can do to maximize every day in school before the break is to participate in class more and make sure I am ready for upcoming quizes and tests.
I really need to participate more in class because I don't usually raise my hand unless I know the answer is right so the would be one thing that I could do to maximize every day in school. Another thing would be to really prepare for any quiz or test that is coming up, that way I would leave for break knowing that I did a good job.
Olivia L. per.2
One thing I could do to maximize each and every day of school would be to ask more questions in class on things I don't understand. Often times I am confused, ask someone else if they are confused, and when they respond with a "yes", i feel reassured. This is not the right way to go about things. I need to ask questions more about material I don't understand. I also should seek help after class to clear up any lingering questions I have on the subject. I often just leave thinking I will ask a friend, the homework will explain it or I will get help tomorrow. Again, I need to ask my questions so I can understand the concepts. I think doing these things will help me make the most out of my school time before winter break.
Olivia B. Period 3
My goal is to stay on task and get the most out of each school day. I read in the morning before and during breakfast. This sharpens my skills and keeps me focused during the day. However, I have to know when to stop reading. For an example, reading during class. This is counter productive to my goal of staying focused during class.
Colin Wilcox per.5
One specific thing I can do in school to maximize each day in school before the next break is pay close attention to EVERYTHING the teacher says, write down everything down that the teacher writes unless they tell you not to, (there is most likly a reason they wrote it down), put you best effert into all you homework, schoolwork, test, and quizzes, and you can show the teacher(s) you care by going the extra mile or helping out. These are all things you can do before any break to maximize each day.
Kim Gertz period 2
i try to charish each day of learning school is very important to me because if i am going to be able to succed in the things i want to do with my life,getting back to the gring is difficult after a break but trying hard is very important
MacGuire B.period 5
One thing i can do to maximize each day before the next break is to go to bed at an appropriate or early time such as nine o'clock or nine thirty instead of ten thirty or eleven o'clock. I will also wake up at an appropriate or early time so I will be prepared for the school day ahead of me. If I go to bed at a good time (like I mentioned before), I will not be tired for the next day and that is good because when I am tired the day seems to drag on and on so I can't get the best of my day. When I am not tired the day goes by fast or at a good speed giving me the best of my day because I like when days go by fast.
What I can do to maximize my day is to take more time on classwork and pay closer attention in class. Taking my time on classwork will help me maximize my day because the thing we do in class can help you study for a test or quiz, if you did the work the way it was suppose to get done. Paying attention in class will help me take notes that I might need.That is what I can do to maximize my day.
Scott Curtis Per.5
One thing I can do to do well between break is pay attention in class.
Raymond C
period 1
I can maximize my ELA grade by studying more for test and doing my homework more often.
The thing that i can do to make my school day more productive would have to be that i can get most of my homework done in school so i dont have to do it at home when all tired and stuff.
To maximize my experience before the break I can pay more attention in class, and to assignments. If I get too excited things might become somewhat less important, but if I try to think about break later and pay attention now I will most likely be more successful. I also should stick to my same study habits because they have done me well in the past. If I let the fact that Christmas is coming cloud my judgment I could do poorly on a test, quiz, or important assignment. If I continue with my normal school habits and work a little harder to stay focused I should get a lot out of the days ahead. I could also go to bed and wake up earlier so I can make it to school on time, and be less drowsy throughout the day.
Mallory Arthurs Period 5
I can pay more attention, raise my hand more.I do this sometimes but I don't too.I could wake up earlier tooo
chantel huntington
period 5
One thing tat I can do to maximize the day is wake up early. Every time I sleep in I always feel like I just took up a whole day sleeping. I also feel all weird and get a headache if I sleep longer then go do school work or something.
Elijah Sandler period 2
to maximize my day I can study and do all my homework at one point so i don't have to do it later and i have more time to do what I want.
Alina bischof p.1
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