Now that we are officially into the fall season, school is in full swing. There is no more escaping the reality and trying to extend summer as much as possible. So, here is a list of five ways you know school has really started:

1. Homework, Homework, and Homework

It is no longer just looking over they syllabus or coming to class prepared to speak about your summer. You are now into the normal schedule of things and writing a paper a week and having a speech due every other is becoming very much a reality. Buckle up and hold on!

2. Test time!

By now, you have probably had a test in every one of your classes. Sure, it may have not been the grade you wanted, but that is expected with every first test of the season.

3. Fitness testing

No school year would be officially started without the "You will now begin the pacer test, ready? Begin!" It's also sad that you probably read it in the familiar woman's voice. Darn her.

4. Weekends? Crammed!

Without the luxury of having every day of the week open to friends, you now have to fit all of your crazy excursions into a span of 48 hours. Along with work, homework, and other activities, your weekends are usually anything but restful.

5. FOOTBALL!

Your best themed outfits are picked out for every game, and the rides are arranged for friends. Now all you have to do is wait for the next home game to cheer on your team, and hope they win!