Senior high school is a bit challenging but at the same time enjoyable. This is the other chapter of our life wherein we can experience success and failure. It will help you to hone your abilities, develop your talents, boost your skills, and prepare you for your next journey which is in college.
Since I am an incoming college freshman this year, I've decided to give some tips to incoming senior high students. This article will give you an idea of what you should do and what you should expect.
Tip#1—Choose the best strand for you
In senior high school, you need to choose a strand that interests you the most. There are 4 strands under the academic track in senior high school which are STEM, HUMMS, ABM, and GAS. Arts & Design and Sports Track are the other ones. The other category is Technical Vocational which includes ICT, Cookery, etc.
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)- This strand is for students who want to pursue a college degree that is connected to STEM. If you're planning to be an Engineer, Technologist/Programmer, Doctor, Dentist and so many more to mention then this strand is for you.
Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMMS)- This strand is for learners who aim to be a teacher, lawyer, politician, journalist, and other social science-related courses.
Accounting and Business Management (ABM)- This will introduce you to the world of numbers, marketing, accounting, and business.
General Academic Strand (GAS)- This strand can open you a lot of opportunities. It can teach you various disciplines like Humanities, Management, and Organization.
Arts and Design Track- This track enables you to discover your interest in different fields such as visual, literary arts, etc.
Sports Track- From the name itself 'Sports'. If you are interested in sports then this strand is the best for you
Tip#2—Erase the 'Grade is just a number' Mindset
Academic grades don't define you and don't guarantee your future but it shows what kind of student you are. Grade matters especially when you are going to apply for college admissions and different scholarships.
This year lots of universities based the admission of students on their grades. That's why I can see a lot of students who are struggling to apply to their dream schools and don't qualify for their dream courses. A good set of grades will help you a lot when you go to college so work smart!
Tip#3—Strive to do better, don't settle for less
Whenever you have school tasks, projects, recitation, quizzes, and exams always do your best and don't settle for mediocrity. Remove the thoughts 'Oh! It's just a quiz/recitation and it will not greatly affect my grades'. Remember! Always do your best in every opportunity rather than regretting something afterward because you know that you can do better.
Tip#4—Get Organized!
From my personal experience, I decided to have a To-do list notebook. In that way whenever our teachers give us assignments, deadlines on projects, or a schedule for our upcoming quiz and test I will always remember it and it will avoid me from submitting late. Being organized from what you're doing will help you a lot in your Senior High School journey.
Tip#5—Make Friends
You are not alone on your journey so learn to make friends. In this way, they can help you whenever you are having a hard time on a certain subject and you to them. Don't make your senior high school experience a battlefield on who is the smartest and the fittest but learn to push everyone up to achieve the same goals. This is not the time to compete unless you are in a competition char 🤣
Tip#6—Rest and enjoy!
It can be a stressful journey for you but don't always focus on your academics. Remember! You have a personal life to deal with! At least once or twice a week you can meet with your friends to drink Emperador, Red Horse, and Gin bilog while the karaoke is present. Party party! Walwal din sometimes 🤣
Author's Note
Article No.28 (September 05, 2021)
Hello everyone! It's nice to know that you have finished reading this article of mine. I hope that you enjoyed reading this one and I'm sorry if it might bore you. Since I'm now in college, I decided to share these tips with you. If you like it feel free to click like and subscribe! Thank you ever much!
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Nyayy, buti nalang tapos na ako kaya di ko na need makibaka para sa ganyan. Goshh, ayaw ko ng bumalik sa pag aaral nakakatad pramis hahaha. Pero sa inyo, Good Luck nalang. Sana'y mapunta kau sa tamang landas. I mean dun sa gusto nyong course talaga 💙