How to Survive Finals

With the holiday season in full tilt, finals week is steadily approaching. Upperclassmen know the stresses that it brings, and freshmen are soon to find out.

Welcome to your first finals week, freshmen. This will be a very interesting time for you, because finals week is crazy for everyone, especially high school newbies.  But don’t freak out, because The Growl is here to provide you with guidelines for surviving finals week. 

Always make sure that you’re getting enough sleep before and during the test week. Don’t always stay up until four in the morning studying, because you don’t want to fall asleep during the test. “ Try and give yourself at least seven to eight hours a night for sleeping so your nice and rested for the day” Senior Cyrus Samimi from Arapahoe High School.

Before you come to school, make sure that you eat a healthy breakfast. Having something in your stomach before classes will give you the energy you will need for test taking. “I usually try and eat a good big breakfast like waffles or something like fruit also” explains Junior Amber Jansen. 

Study smarter, not harder. Make sure when studying for tests, you do a method that works for you. When you’re done with a final on one of the days of the week, make sure that your studying for your other finals the following days. “ I go over my notes and use flashcards to go over my study guides” explains Samimi.

Brain breaks are some of the most important parts through finals week. You cannot get through the day without a break; it’s just as important to relax. 

When all your finals are done, make sure to treat yourself to a reward. A sweet treat or some video game time are two common methods. Everyone deserves to have a relaxing time after finals, because the end of the semester can be stressful. Have a stress free weekend before Christmas, and enjoy the long break!