Prioritise

This is about finding the balance between rest and adventure. If there's one thing I struggled with, it was ‘fomo’. Finding the balance between involvement and days where our body needs rest and tranquillity. There are going to be other events, parties and gatherings. Prioritise yourself physically and mentally, put yourself first and things will follow along. Love yourself, value yourself and prioritise yourself.

BeOpen-minded.

The diversity surrounding you as you walk in the gates is palpable. Every student has a different story, background and beliefs and has experienced life differently. You will learn so many things about so many people. It will open your mind and broaden your perspective on a variety of aspects of life. Open yourself up to the unknown.

Don’thesitatewhenyoushouldact.

Sometimes we stall action due to a lack of selfbelief and courage. Your hesitation and discouragement of yourself prevents you from achieving the seemingly impossible and from moving forward in a better direction. Regardless of the outcome, you will come out of it more experienced than before and richer for trying. Don't do it for the outcome, do it for the experience. Good outcomes are a bonus.

EmpathyandConsideration.

All around you, there are people dealing with their own battles and struggles and everybody might not put it on display. You can be the person who makes it easier by having empathy and consideration. You have the ability to turn someone ' s day around and bring them some muchneeded gaiety

It'syourexperience.

Every one of us will have our own high school reality. You alone can make the decision to make the most of your first year. You need to be certain to make the choices that are suitable for you, and no other individual. Create your own story.

Havefun

As cliché as it might sound. Make those memories. Go to the matches and school events, paint your face with black and yellow stripes, wear tutus and cheer your heart out. Do it all. You're only in high school once. Just try to enjoy yourself!