Essential Tips To End The Marking Period With A Bam

Written by: Taylor Muse 

   It doesn't come as a shock that you aren't the only one struggling with the anxiety of having to maintain your grades (or in some cases, bring them up) as the marking period winds down. This marking period has truly flown by, it almost feels like we haven't been in school between winter break, snow days, early dismissals and delayed openings. For most of us, the negatives of having this time off outweighs the benefits.
   Mind over matter. It may sound cliche, but it is so true. However, this is the key to tackling end of marking period anxiety. When you're faced with loads of tests, homework, and projects in the same week, it can cause insane amount of stress. Every student deals with the end of marking period wind down, and guess what? Every student gets through it. Don't think about all the work due for each class in a single week; rather, think about one class at a time. Don't focus on the amount of work that has to get done, but focus on getting one assignment done at a time. This way, you can pass each class without the stress.
   Not to sound like your mother, but when it comes to the end of the marking period, you need to stay organized. Not just neat folders and lockers, but organize your classes as well. Which class has the most work? Which has an essay? What is due first? What do you study for first? When you organize the amount of work, you won't stress as much. If all goes well, you may even have some spare time at the end.
   Remember, once everything is done, you get to start fresh in a new marking period! Good luck on all of your tests, assignments, and continue hard work in the third marking period.