With August ending and September beginning it seems none of us can avoid the subject of school for much longer. School means so many things for different people. For my Mom, it means she will get a fresh set of little Kindergarteners entering her classroom doors Monday morning. As a camp counselor, it's a bit sad for me because all my kids will be leaving me this week and heading back into school. For most of my co-workers, it means senior year of high school is approaching fast along with college applications.
The subject of school holds a lot of emotions and since being in college it has become more of a journey than a mundane activity. Next Thursday, I will officially be moving back down to sunny Southern California to begin my 3rd year of college. To be honest, I couldn't be more excited about returning to campus and seeing my friends and sorority sisters again. Since entering college, the "First Day of School" has become a whole different ball game compared to when I was in high school. From what to bring on that first day of class to what to wear! All the rules have changed, but since it is my third year, I feel like a I know what to expect when it comes to what to bring on that first day of classes and I would like to share it with you readers.
Below, I have taken a photo of some of my must-have first day of school supplies and have numbered them for you. Each description of the item can be found through their number! :)
1. Backpack or Purse: I feel like this is the most basic thing to bring on the first day of anything! I tend to be the type of person that flip flops from backpack to purse. I usually carry my purse when I know I don't have to carry a ton of stuff with me.
TIP: When picking a backpack or purse for school, make sure the handles can carry the weight of whatever you are carrying. The worst thing that could happen to you is if the handle or strap were to break in the middle of the day. (Believe me, it has happened.)
2. Notebook and Pen: Some Professors really hate electronics in the classroom so if that were to ever happen it is important that you have a back-up plan. I usually only bring one notebook for all my classes on the first day and write down all the stuff I need to purchase for that class on one page.
TIP: If you really feel like carrying one notebook is just not enough bring two! One morning classes and one for afternoon! In the past, I have purchased before class a notebook for each class and end up not using at least two of them just because I typed on my computer.
3. Ipad/Computer: Now this is one of those items that I usually take with me to all classes. In the past, I usually just took my computer but this year I am taking my IPad with a wireless keyboard. This isn't something you will nessisarly be using for notes, but it is defintatly something you should have if you haven't printed out the syllabus. (PS: Don't forget chargers!)
TIP: If you recieve an email from a professor about a sllyabus, the best thing to do is to print it immediately! Syllabus's are basically the bible for each class and give you important information from absences to curving grades. ALWAYS HAVE A SYLLABUS!!
4. Planner: as I have explained in my Erin Condren post, this planner is a life saver! Even now, when i'm not in school I am using it daily! Planners are just important organizational tools to have and you should really use them! Especially that first day of school when the teacher is throwing out some dates at you.
5. Arrive 10 minutes Early!: A lot of things can happen that first day of school including not knowing where your classes are. To make your life a little easier just give youself that extra time to make sure you get to class on time and seated in the place where you want to sit. I myself usually really over-esitmate everything on the first day of school but I would rather be waiting outside the classroom waiting for the last class to exit than running in late in the middle of the professors opening talk.
TIP: Just before school starts take a look at the building and room numbers. If you have no idea where anything is ask someone! Most people are happy to help you!
TIP: Get your schedule on your phone and make it your lock screen photo. That way if you forget where something is you can just turn your phone on and your schedule is right there ready for you!
BONUS: What NOT to bring
Something that I have learned of the years is it is best NOT to buy your school books before the first day of school. On multiple occasions, Professors will say that the books that are needed for the class ARE NOT the same as the ones given online during the registration process. Save your money and wait! Most Professors don't expect you to have your books until the end of the month or they will give you a date for when you need them!
Well lovely Reader's there you go! Hopefully this post will help you figure out what to bring the first day of school! Whether this is your first day of college or your last first day of college hopefully one of my tips will help you plan for that first day of classes.
Let me know what do you bring for the first day of school? Is it similar to my list or is it completely different? Comment below and tell me what you think!
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