As many of us prepare to go back to the dreaded place we all call school, there are some things to keep in mind. While many of us don’t want to start up again, it is going to happen so you might as well accept it. There are, however, things you can do to make the school year more enjoyable for yourself and everyone else around you.

1. Don't leave things off for the last minute

As many of us are masters at procrastination, this might not be the best situation to put yourself in. We all know when we have a little bit of extra time and we use it to watch some Netflix, play some Pokémon Go, or even take a nap. Instead, we could be using that precious time to finish up an essay or start a project that is due in the near future. So instead of becoming a master in procrastination, finish all your work and become a master in school.

2. Get in a routine

As classes start for some this week, you have to be able to adjust back into your school year routine as soon as possible. By getting used to the idea of waking up at 6 am and not getting home until 4 p.m. every day, you will be able to focus more while you are actually at school. A happy student means good grades, great scores, and hopefully a college acceptance letter.

3. Buckle down early

Start to get serious about school and all of your classes right when the school year starts. As much as you think you can pick your grades back up at the end of every semester right before report cards get sent out, you probably can't. Make sure you are starting off strong at the beginning at the end of every marking that way you don’t have to be stressed out of your mind when the pressure mounts later on.

4. Don't stress yourself out

Although the thought of going back to school might give you a headache on its own, you have to learn to manage the stress of everyday schoolwork. Picking up a hobby or maybe just starting to do simple breathing exercises everyday will reduce the amount of stress and factor into a successful start to the year.

While these tips might not be beneficial for everyone, hopefully it gives you an idea of possible things you can do to start the school year on the right foot. Always do your work, be serious as soon as possible, and get back into your routine. Have a great school year!