Five Ways You Can Ease Yourself Back Into School

Nowadays, people often question why we still go to university or school when answers are so so readily available online. You want to know the tallest mountain or when the first man landed on the moon? Google it. Looking for music? Go to Youtube or Spotify. 

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Although we have all this information at our fingertips, school is about so much more than that. Some of the best things about school are things like making friends or be able to support your school team by wearing a 1st Place Spiritwear. However, going back to school after you’ve enjoyed a summer break can still be difficult. 


To make it a little easier have a look at some of the tips below: 


Start Your Routine Before You Go Back

You can’t expect to go to bed late every night and still get up in time in the morning, and if you do you probably won’t be feeling refreshed. Around a week before you head back to school start getting up early and go to bed at a reasonable time, this way you will feel ready and prepared when you come to start. 


Create A To-Do List

Make a list of absolutely everything that you need to purchase and do before school. Completing these in advance, otherwise, you may find yourself feeling like you are catching up through your first semester. 


Get Ready The Night Before

If you leave yourself to get ready in the morning then you will probably waste a lot of time trying to find the right outfit, pack a lunch, and finding your books. Do yourself a favor and pack your bags the night before. Have a look at the day’s classes, pick out your outfit, and prepare your lunch. You can get up get ready and go without having to rush around and get organized. 


Create A Schedule 

One of the best things you can do is create a schedule. So, you may not know when each class is going to be and when but you can fill in the gaps once you receive this on your first day. You should include things like getting ready, eating breakfast, your commute, your classes, your lunch, and your extra circular activities. 


Think About A Budget 

It can be very easy to run through your budget very quickly when you go to school, in fact, the first few weeks of school can be some of the most costly. Your a student at the end of the day, so you need to budget like one, the student is certainly not the most well-off of people. So, unless you have been working all through the summer, or have nabbed yourself a part-time job, make sure you don’t go too crazy. Try t bring snacks and lunch from home, and try not to blow your budget on weekends with your friends. Create a budget and try to stick to it. Remember to put some to one side for the events that you really want to go to, and that you don’t need to attend them all. 


Your time at university or school are some of the best times in your life, everyone will tell you how much it changes them. You will certainly miss it when it’s gone, and being prepared is one of the best things you can do to ease you back into it.

Accessible And Affordable: Flexible Learning Options To Consider

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In years gone by, studying meant going away to university or college and spending anywhere between a year and six years visiting the library, attending lectures and tutorials and taking examinations. Today, there’s a whole raft of learning opportunities available. If you’re looking for accessible and affordable ways to study, here are some flexible options to consider. 


Online programs

Online courses and programs have revolutionized the way we learn. Billions of people all over the world use the Internet, and this has made studying far more accessible. Rather than having to choose between working and learning, people can now do both. This is beneficial for those starting out on a career path, as well as those who are keen to climb the ladder and progress to the positions at the top of the tree. You can choose to undertake courses at all levels online, from entry-level programs to advanced qualifications, and you can fit studying in around your work commitments. 


If you are interested in online courses, take some time to explore options, look at different schools and colleges, compare syllabuses and think about what kind of job or role you’re working towards. There is a vast range of programs available, including an online communications degree, qualifications in management and leadership, programs for sales and marketing, journalism and creative writing courses and certificates in accounting and finance. Before you decide which option to choose, read job descriptions and requirements carefully to see which courses would be most beneficial and attractive for prospective employers. 

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Apprenticeships and internships

Apprenticeships and internships offer incredible opportunities to learn and gain practical skills. In many cases, these are paid placements, which provide you with the opportunity to earn while you learn. Apprenticeships are often geared towards vocational roles and trades, and they combine classroom learning with the chance to experience the world of work. Apprentices learn from more experienced professionals and they can hone their skills and try new techniques under the watchful eye of a mentor or manager. As an apprentice, you’ll have a wage, but you’ll also have a good chance of securing a job once you complete the program. Internships are slightly different, but they offer the same platform to gain experience on the job. Not all internships are paid, but some will offer a wage or cover expenses. If you impress while undertaking an internship, your employer may decide to keep you on or offer you a job at the end of the agreed term. Even if you don’t get a job offer, you will have gained valuable experience, which is great for your resume.  

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Learning, training and studying play an instrumental role in enhancing your career prospects and enabling you to fulfil your potential. If you’re looking for flexible ways to develop new skills and gain qualifications, it is possible to study while working. If you have a dream job in mind, or you’re keen to take the next step on the ladder, take a look at online courses and programs,  and keep an eye out for internships and apprenticeships.

How Parents Can Help to Faciliate Online Learning

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The COVID-19 crisis has turned the daily lives of families all around the world upside down. Up to 60 percent of all students across the world have been affected by pandemic related school closures, according to the UNESCO.


For parents who have no experience teaching their children at home, it is an enormous challenge to suddenly take on the role of primary teacher or overseers of their academic progress. The same can be said with kids who have never received education outside of a formal setting or institution.


While online learning has its challenges, it also has plenty of good opportunities. School days don’t have to be as strict and as structured as they were before, and the internet is a superb source of learning materials on top of schoolbooks and textbooks.


Here, we look at some tips to help parents facilitate online learning at home.

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Organize your technology and resources


Computers and internet connection are the basis of online learning. You may have to start from scratch, buying a laptop or tablet, and getting an internet plan. Or you may need to upgrade to a faster device and a more reliable connection. Either of these situations requires you to fork out for those things to ensure your kids can have a comfortable and productive home-learning environment. Check with your school or district to see if there are any grants or bursaries or other ways of funding if you are on a low-income or your child has additional needs.



Familiarise yourself with the guidelines around online safety


Your children will be spending even more time than usual online and may be doing it without supervision if you are working or looking after other members of the family.  LanSchool partnered with Bark for student safety so children should know what they should and shouldn’t be doing when they are online, but it is a good idea to go over the rules so both you and they know what is acceptable and what is not.



Create a learning environment


If possible - and it isn’t for every family - create a dedicated learning space. It can be a nook in your study, their playroom, or somewhere conducive to taking their online classes. Equip this classroom with boards, pens and papers, books, and other essential equipment and resources. As much as possible, make this classroom an educational and fun space for schoolwork and related activities - somewhere that they will enjoy spending time and learning in. Get them comfortable tables and chairs too.  



Implement a schedule, but be flexible


Having a daily schedule, as they do in school, gives the kids a sense of normalcy and routine Structure the school day around your child’s needs and yours too, given that you too will have responsibilities at home and work. This school day can mix indoor learning with outdoor activities to reduce screen time and to give them time to play and relax.




Learn to set reasonable goals for the kids. They also have to adjust and cope with the changes brought by these unprecedented times. Your goal, for now, is to get them on board and help them with their education at home.