Starting college is a daunting experience, and your first day can often be the most daunting. But it doesn’t need to be! While many people think that the first day is the most stressful, we’ve come up with some tips to make sure that your first day is as fun and as easy a transition into college life as possible.
1. Prepare early
It would not be great to go school supply shopping the night before the first day. A few weeks before school starts, make a list of what you need for school.
If you get a supply list in the mail, follow it. If you don't, write out what you think you need. (Note: you may have to return to the store to get a few more items after school has already started). Set a budget, and head off to the store. This is more fun with a friend.
Some ideas are binders, notebooks, pencils, pens, erasers, correction tape, paper clips, lined paper, pencil crayons, highlighters, etc. If you can, reuse some things you still have from the previous school year. It is best to start fresh with new supplies.
2. Get some more clothing items.
Again, make a list of what you want/need. It's also more fun to go shopping with a friend, sibling or another family member.
A list of what you might need includes the following:
At least 2 pairs of new jeans (one dark wash and one light wash is probably a good way to start)
You may also want some new sandals/flip flops if it's warm where you live or if it's getting chilly, you may want combat boots or Ugg boots. (Toms, Converse, Vans, and Keds are also good choices).
Try having 1 pair of gym shoes, and 3 good pairs of shoes you can wear to school. If you already have these shoes, you probably don't need to purchase more.
You should make sure you have enough undergarments that fit well, as well as tank tops. You should get new back to school shirts, like flannels, t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts as well as hoodies and sweaters.
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3. Eat a healthy, hearty breakfast
You don't want to be hungry throughout the day.
4. Pack your lunch or gather lunch money
Everyone needs to eat lunch, or they will be hungry later. Be sure to look at the school lunch menu for the day before deciding on ordering school lunch, though, to make sure that you'll be eating something you like!
5. Take a note of the rules, and obey them!
Disobeying rules are the quickest way to get in your teacher's bad books. Rules are there to be obeyed, and you might find yourself in detention if you disobey them.
6. Say hi to people and smile!
Being friendly is the best way to make new friends. But don't overdo it, you'll end up being a creep or the weird girl/boy of the school. Just remember, act natural and be yourself!
7. If you have your own group of friends already
Don't act too exclusive or clingy. It'll make others feel intimated and they'll start judging you or just avoid you completely all together.
8. Make a school year resolution and stick to it
That way you'll be more organized. For example, always keep a diary on you!
9. Explore your campus!
Once you’ve unpacked and made yourself feel a little more at home, go and explore your new surroundings! Whether you head straight to figure out where your classes will be or you’re more interested in seeing the recreational facilities, try to orient yourself and see a bit more of the campus. You’ll be feeling at home in no time!
10. Don’t spend your first night alone.
And no, before you get the wrong idea, we are definitely not suggesting that you hook up with someone on your first day! Whether people on your halls are going to a party or they’re all staying in with a chick flick and some popcorn, be sure that you’re not in your room alone the first night. Even if you’re really tired, go and meet some new people before saying you’re super tired and need some sleep.
11. Meet as many people as possible…
Be prepared to meet as many people as you can on your first day. Everyone is going to be smiling and keen to make new friends, so be sure to take advantage of this! Don’t judge anyone yet, and don’t automatically decide who your friends are going to be—just take it easy and play it by ear.
Just be sure that you introduce yourself to as many people as you can! Whether you go around your hall knocking on doors or are just hanging out with people who knocked on your door, be sure that you spend time with other people who have just moved in.
As your students enter your classroom for the first time, stop each one at the door and say hello. Smile, look them in the eye and introduce yourself.
This simple act puts nervous students at ease and sends the message that you care about them. It’s also a quick and easy way to begin building rapport and reciprocal kindness.
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12. Be kind
Be kind to the teachers even if they aren't that nice to you. It may seem ridiculous, but it can make the difference between a good year in that class or a bad year! Just remember, you will have that teacher for a year! And being friendly can make people view you differently.
13. At break times, enjoy yourself!
I'm sure by now you will have found many new friends, so hang out with them! Suggest games that you are certain that everyone will enjoy, and smile a lot! Smiling lets people know you are enjoying their company, and they will want to spend more time with you. Plus, everyone looks better with a (genuine) smile.
14. Be positive
It may seem like High school is the most annoying thing and the worst part of your life, but it's not.
Your first day, and in fact the entire Welcome Week, is a very stressful experience—and many people don’t have the best time. But it's okay! You’ll settle in soon, especially once you’re in the routine of classes and have met people with similar interests in your classes and through the extracurriculars that you choose to join. Try and make the most of your first day with these tips, but don’t panic if it isn’t perfect!
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