Basic Dos and Don'ts

Basic do’s and don’t s.
1. Don’t let peer pressure run and ruin your life. Try to find friends who share your values (honesty, respect, etc.) Walk away from situations that can get you or others in trouble. If you make that decision from day one, you will be left alone.
2. Seek assistance of adults when negative situations arise.
3. Learn to make wise choices. You will begin to experience more freedom but with freedom comes responsibility. You have to make decisions about what’s best for you and for those you care about.
4. Have healthy relationships. Clearly communicate what you do and don’t want out of dates and relationships. Remember, you don’t have to date to fit in.
5. Stay healthy and safe.
· Don’t use alcohol, tobacco or other drugs.
· Exercise regularly. Remember to submit a medical to the school.
· Eat healthy foods. Our cafeteria serves great food. REALLY, try it you’ll like it. If you’re willing to trust your stomach to fast food, you should have no trouble eating school lunch.
· Get plenty of sleep.
6. Deal with conflicts peacefully. Learn ways to control your anger and avoid violence. Speak to the Peer Mediation teacher/advisor for assistance.
· Listen to the other person
· Talk about your feelings, instead of criticizing people.
· Be clear about what you want.
· Avoid name-calling.
· Agree on specific solutions.
7. Learn ways to succeed in high school.
· Test Taking: Before the test:
· Have several study sessions.
· Don’t cram the night before.
· Get plenty of sleep and eat a healthy breakfast.
· During the test:
· Relax. Take slow, deep breaths if you need to calm yourself.
· Read directions carefully.
· Look over the whole test.
· Plan your time so you can finish all sections.
8. Long term Projects. Be sure to
· Give yourself plenty of time.
· Divide your work into parts. Set a deadline for each part. Use a planner or calendar to help you stay on track.
· Try to finish your work early.
9. Studying – when you study, be sure to:
· Avoid distractions. Study in a quiet place, preferably in a room where you can shut the door.
· Have plenty of light
· Have all needed materials at hand – paper, notebooks, etc.