How to Prepare for the Night Before School Starts

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Pick out your clothes the night before

   Don't do it in a hurry in the morning.
   
   Check with a family member if you need approval or advice on fashion or making sure your clothing matches.
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   Step 2: or even sooner.

   ,, Don't drink sodas with caffeine in them.
   
   You won't be able to get to sleep. , It'll help you work off some stress, and it will help you sleep better. , Remember to give yourself time in the morning to eat.
   
   A leisurely breakfast will also help you gather your thoughts and arrive at school calm and ready. ,, You could meet them at school, or you could walk to school with them, if they live nearby. , Save yourself the trouble of any morning rushes. ,, You may even want multiple alarm clocks, just in case you don't wake up.
   
   You may still be used to the summer schedule of waking up late.
   
   Sleeping in on the first day is something you should avoid, as you might miss a few hours of important introductions. , You may ask a parent, guardian, or older sibling who's gone to the grade you are starting. , If you're new to a school, go before school starts and get a feel for where things are and how far apart they are.
   
   If you don't have time for this step, though, don't worry.
   
   Everybody else is going to be new there, too, so it's no big deal to ask questions, wander into the wrong room, and so on, especially for the first few days. , Take a sleeping pill if you have to.
   
   You don't want to stay up all night worrying about everything. ,
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   Step 3: If you wear a uniform

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   Step 4: you can still show off your style by wearing a nice watch

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   Step 5: nice earrings or nice jewelry.

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   Step 6: Get your book bag and any other supplies ready

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   Step 7: and have them by the door so you can grab it and go in the morning. 

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   Step 8: Eat a good dinner

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   Step 9: but don't overdo it.

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    Step 10: Get some exercise the day before

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    Step 11: but not too late in the evening.

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    Step 12: Decide on breakfast for the next morning

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    Step 13: and make it a healthy one that will also fill you up.

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    Step 14: Pack your lunch the night before

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    Step 15: or have all the parts ready so you can toss them in your lunchbox quickly.

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    Step 16: Call up any friends you'll be meeting in the morning

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    Step 17: and arrange a time and place to get together.

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    Step 18: Make sure your toothbrush

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    Step 19: and so on are where you can find them.

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    Step 20: Fill out any paperwork ahead of time

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    Step 21: if you must drop it off on the first day of school.

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    Step 22: Set your alarm clock before bed.

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    Step 23: Ask any questions before bed.

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    Step 24: Scout out the school in advance.

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    Step 25: Get a good night's rest.

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    Step 26: Write in your journal if you'd like to forget about what's to come the next morning

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    Step 27: or if there's anything on your mind.

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