How to Prepare for the Night Before School Starts

Last Updated: February 22, 2023 Approved

Ready or not, here comes the first day of school! Take the time to plan ahead and get ready, so you can relax, be comfortable, the night before, and put it some where it is easy to see in the morning and so you look at it and so you don't pick out another outfit in the morning.

Things You Should Know

Put your clothes out ahead of time and pack your bag the night before to avoid running late.
Go to bed at a reasonable time and confirm your transportation plans if you’re going to school with friends.
Don’t forget to set your alarm clock; set multiple alarms on your phone in case you tend to oversleep.

Steps

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Pick out your clothes the night before, or even sooner. Don't do it in a hurry in the morning. Check with a family member if you need approval or advice on fashion or making sure your clothing matches.
- If you wear a uniform, you can still show off your style by wearing a nice watch, nice earrings or nice jewelry.
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Get your book bag and any other supplies ready. Make sure to pack plenty of pens, pencils, and paper. If everything’s all packed up the night before, all you’ll have to do in the morning is grab your filled bag and go.

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Eat a good dinner, but don't overdo it. Don't drink sodas with caffeine in them. You won't be able to get to sleep.
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Get some exercise the day before, but not too late in the evening. It'll help you work off some stress, and it will help you sleep better.
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Decide on a healthy breakfast for the next morning. A nutritious and filling breakfast can put you in a great mood for the first day of school. Make sure to schedule time in the morning to sit down and eat. A leisurely breakfast can help you gather your thoughts and prepare yourself for the day ahead.
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Pack your lunch the night before, or have all the parts ready so you can toss them in your lunchbox quickly.
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Call up any friends you'll be meeting in the morning. Arrange a time and place to get together. You could meet them at school, or you could walk to school with them, if they live nearby.
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Make sure your toothbrush, shoes, and so on are where you can find them. Save yourself the trouble of any morning rushes.
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Fill out any paperwork ahead of time, if you must drop it off on the first day of school.
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Set your alarm clock before bed. You may even want multiple alarm clocks, just in case you don't wake up. You may still be used to the summer schedule of waking up late. Sleeping in on the first day is something you should avoid, as you might miss a few hours of important introductions.^{[1]
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Ask any questions before bed. You may ask a parent, guardian, or older sibling who's gone to the grade you are starting.
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Scout out the school in advance. If you're new to a school, go before school starts and get a feel for where things are and how far apart they are. If you don't have time for this step, though, don't worry. Everybody else is going to be new there, too, so it's no big deal to ask questions, wander into the wrong room, and so on, especially for the first few days.
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Get a good night's rest. Take a sleeping pill if you have to. You don't want to stay up all night worrying about everything.^{[2]
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Write in your journal if you'd like to forget about what's to come the next morning, or if there's anything on your mind.

Warnings

Don't take an overdose! If you take a sleeping pill, make sure to check on the back to take the right dose.

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Make sure to place your alarm clock beyond arms' length, so that you're forced to get out of bed in order to turn it off. This will get you up and moving much more quickly.

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Do what it takes to get a good night's sleep. It will make all the difference in how you face the next day.

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