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THE SCHOOL’S IN AGAIN you in the future too. You can adjust your body clock by sleeping early a few
nights before the school begins.
Returning to school after a long break is a
daunting task that every student has to go 4. BE PRIM AND PROPER - Being tidy is not about wearing branded school shoes
through. The next vacation maybe months away or carrying designer bags. Rather it is a form of showing respect to your peers,
but for now it is back to the routine of waking teachers and yourself. Make sure that you iron your clothes, trim your nails and
up early for classes and putting your best foot cut your hair to the appropriate length. Let’s face it, we are all critical people.
forward to create a good impression. Would you want to be friends with an unkempt person?

While there may be some familiar faces, there 6. BE PROACTIVE - School is where you gain new knowledge and make new
are also new classmates and teachers who may friends who will be with you when you need them. Think ahead and speak up.
not know you. These people would judge you Take initiative and be the agent of change in class. Don’t just sit around. Be the
based on your first impression so carving a person that makes things happen.
positive image in their mind is extremely
Wallflowers are easily forgotten, so it is important to make a positive impression.
important, especially on the first day of school.
Put on your best smile as you walk into the class. Remember that above all, the
Besides the appearance and speech, non-verbal actions can also attract attention only person you have to be true to is yourself!!! Your personality will leave a
and are one of the best ways to impress your peers and teachers. long-lasting impression.

Listed below are the six P’s to help you create a good impression.

BE POSITIVE - It’s normal to feel a little lethargic on the first day of school. To perk Ms. Ghuneet Kaur
yourself up, try looking forward to the end of the day and the weekend or the

next holiday. It’s important to be positive so that you can spread the good vibes
to people around you. Look interested and excited so others can see how sincere

you are in making friends.

2. BE PREPARED - Being prepared and ready for school is the best gift for your
teachers. Completing holiday assignments and projects and getting them ready
for submission will give you the image of a responsible student. Having the lesson

material ready would earn you some brownie points too!

3. BE PUNCTUAL - It is hard to readjust your body clock to the lifestyle you lead
after a vacation but sleeping a little earlier and setting more alarms maybe useful
in helping you wake up on time. Stepping into the class late is not the best move
if you want to impress. Cultivating this sense of punctuality will be beneficial to