Why I Became An Academic Personal Trainer

 

As a people person, I am always on the hunt for opportunities where I can meet, interact and make a difference in the lives of those around me. That’s where the incredibly rewarding role as an APT with A-Team Tuition comes in!

 

Making a difference in the lives of others is such a passion for me and I love seeing the changes not only in my students’ academic lives but also, in their personal attitudes and confidence.

 

When I was a student in high school, I was incredibly unmotivated and disinterested in achieving to the max of my academic potential.

 

This all changed once I met an English teacher who quite literally changed the course of my academic future. Through becoming engaged and interested in her classes, it had a flow-on effect throughout the rest of my schooling life. One person had planted the seed of desire to work tirelessly at being the best I could be, and this is still impacting me now.

 

Through endless study, commitment and hard work – I transitioned from a low achieving student lacking motivation to a high achieving, extremely motivated student! This shift in my thinking occurred because of one-persons dedication. Since then, I have felt the call to give back what I received to students who are in the same position I was.

 

Becoming an APT with A-Team has really enabled me to fully immerse myself in helping students be the best that they can be in every aspect of their lives. Through providing help and support with their academics.

 

 

 

Prior to beginning with A-Team I had a desire to work within an environment which facilitated growth, challenged me to be more and was a community of like-minded people.

 

Tutoring is a job which is truly unique in its way to provide personal growth whilst you simultaneously help those you tutor experience growth in their academic and personal lives.

 

These benefits have become particularly apparent through my approach to assignments and the ability to look at situations and think in ways which differ to how I would originally think. In my opinion, this can all be attributed to the exposure to different opinions and thoughts you receive whilst tutoring!

 

Maintaining a consistent, reliable relationship with the students I work with is very important and something which can be easily managed with support from the A-Team staff.

 

Being a university student allows me to shuffle sessions around to best suit my clients. Vice versa, to suit any busy periods I encounter with exams and assignments. It’s a win-win!!

 

 

 

The structure of the tutoring sessions is an aspect which is truly rewarding as it allows for the comfortable sharing of ideas whilst facilitating a safe, collaborative environment for both the tutor and student.

 

Through the one-on-one help between student and tutor, it is so amazing to see the students open up and ask questions which they otherwise would not ask in a class environment. To observe the increase in thirst for information and natural curiosity about the world around them is super exciting to be a part of.

 

The individualised nature of tutoring means that no two sessions are the same. Therefore, providing an awesome opportunity to form friendships with those who you are tutoring. This makes it always exciting to go to work – who wouldn’t want to spend time helping their friends?

 

The flexible nature of tutoring means that should a student need extra help with a concept its crazy simple to add-on another session which fits with the schedules of all involved. This is a super cool aspect as a tutor with A-Team because of the online booking interface which is easy to use. This means that all the scheduling info and data you need is right at your fingertips, super handy when life gets a bit hectic!

 

Furthermore, the joy of seeing a student fully grasp a concept after working so hard is truly incredible. Observing the satisfaction and pride that they have not only in themselves but also, in their work never fails to make my heart burst with pride over how hard the student has worked!

 

 

 

Being a tutor is a brilliant step towards your future career choice! The ability to gain lasting interpersonal skills and connections is an awesome aspect of the job. Teaching others whilst gaining valuable life experience and skills? Can’t get much better than that!

 

There are endless opportunities for personal growth within the various facets of tutoring. A prime example of this is the epic time management skills you receive from being a tutor! Learning to fit in and timetable various client’s sessions, personal university work, extra-circulars, and personal activities – is a truly valuable skill.

 

Alongside time-management skills which you can gain from being a tutor, the ability to understand how to work within a team and with people who have different learning styles from yourself. This understanding can be applied to daily life and future career choices. This is a vital skill which I utilise on a daily basis!

 

 

 

Being an APT is a rewarding job beyond what I ever thought possible. To have the opportunity to aid in increasing students understanding of various academic concepts whilst providing both academic and personal support is a truly amazing experience.

 

To be able to make an impact on someone’s life by doing something which I am passionate about gives me an enormous amount of thankfulness for this awesome opportunity.

 

Whenever I go to work, it is always a diverse, interesting and exciting experience, no two sessions are ever the same! This is due to having the opportunity to connect with the students and utilise the session to awaken their natural creativeness and curiosity. Consequently, assisting in helping the students achieve the very best of their abilities.

 

 

At the end of the day, there are 101 reasons why I became an Academic Personal Trainer with A-Team Tuition. However, the most significant of these is the ability to work and help make a difference within the lives of those you tutor. There is no better experience than absolutely loving going to work each day!

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The Five Fatal Traits of Struggling Students

 

Is your child struggling at school? If the answer is yes, then you have found the right article!  If the answer is no… keep reading as you never know when this issue may raise its ugly head.

 

It is normal for students to struggle with school work from time to time. Whether it is difficulty understanding a new topic or with time management. Failure results in learning. Learning results in intellectual and self-growth. The problem is when a student doesn’t learn from their failure. This is when unhealthy study traits start growing their roots.

 

As parents and tutors, it is our job to identify these traits. Once we identify them, then we can start to de-weed. However, in saying that… trait identification is not always an easy thing to do. Luckily, at A Team Tuition we are trained to do just that! Below, is a list of the top five worst traits of struggling students:

 

1) Procrastination

 

The Procrastinator… the one who will find any excuse to postpone starting their work. Procrastination can be anything from cleaning to watching just one more episode on Netflix. Let’s be honest… we all do it at some point. However, procrastination becomes dangerous, when it is done despite the negative consequences.

 

If a student procrastinates it will likely result in:

 

• Unfinished homework
• Starting an assignment at the last minute
• Staying up late at night to finish work
• Cramming for exams
• High levels of stress
• Poor results

 

Does any of this sound familiar? If yes, then don’t stress! Here are some fantastic tips to break that problematic procrastination cycle…

 

• Show the student that you support and believe in them. This will give them the confidence to approach the task at hand.
• Help the student with their time-management skills and encourage early preparation.
• Ensure the student studies in a quiet area, without any distractions. This will reduce opportunities to procrastinate and enhance productivity.
• Implement A Team Tuition’s tutoring services. Our tutors provide mentorship and work side by side with students to ensure early assessment preparation. This also allows students to develop time-management skills that will last a lifetime.

 

Remember… don’t procrastinate, dominate!

 

2) Easily distracted by social media, TV and the surrounding environment

 

In this day and age, students are surrounded by an ocean of technology. From laptops to phones to iPads… social media, the internet, and television is just one swipe away.

 

It is undeniable that technology has great prospects for a fantastic study tool. However, it can become a serious problem when that beautiful, beckoning, blue screen becomes an irresistible distraction! Today, this virtual trap is the leading founder of unproductivity.

 

Does your child do their schoolwork in front of the TV? Do they have their phone next to them whilst studying? Do they consistently not complete any work during designated study time?

 

If the answer is yes, then here are some great strategies to ‘unfriend’ that horrible habit:

 

• Remove all electronics during designated study time.
• If the internet is needed for tasks, provide increased supervision or use settings to block access to social media apps.
• Encourage work to be completed in a quiet study area without any distractions.
• Implement A Team Tuition’s tutoring services. We know how important it is for our students to study in a quiet, relaxed and distraction-free environment. Tutors work one on one with students to ensure constant engagement and task completion.

 

Turn that phone off and get to work! You’ll be thankful for it later!

 

3) Lack of time management

 

24 hours. 1440 Minutes. 86400 seconds. Still, there never seems to be enough time to get things done in the day.

 

Time management is a skill that everyone needs. It is the process of planning out and controlling the time spent on tasks to increase productivity. As adults, there’s a lot to get done… from kids to work, cooking to cleaning, driving to staying fit and healthy… I could go on and on.

 

Well for kids, this skill is first developed in school. They must learn to juggle school work, tutoring sessions, family, friends, sport, and other extra-curricular activities. This workload only increases as they trudge their way up through the school years.

 

If these skills are not developed, students can become overwhelmed and suffer academically. Signs that a student is lacking time management skills include:

 

• Leaving schoolwork unfinished
• Staying up late at night to finish school work
• Cramming for exams
• Failing to proofread assignments
• High levels of stress

 

So… how do students improve their time-management skills?

 

At A Team Tuition, we have a series of tested time management strategies that are implemented in tutoring sessions. We believe that teaching our students these skills will set them up for life-long success. Some basic techniques we have found effective are:

 

• Keep a diary with a detailed schedule and stick to it.
• Utilise study breaks as encouragement for productivity.
• Display a calendar on a wall in the study area.

 

However, there is nothing more effective than having a personal cheerleader to motivate you on the sidelines! At A Team Tuition, our tutoring services provide additional support to students that need a bit extra help sticking to their time management plan.

 

Remember it will take time, support and determination to master the art of time management!

4) Lack of goal setting

 

 

Every year we all set new year resolutions. Some of us keep it for a week, a month or maybe even for the whole year. But let’s be realistic… not many people succeed at achieving these goals.

 

But maybe we should all try harder? Setting realistic, timely and achievable goals can have fantastic benefits. It increases efficiency, focus, and productivity.

 

For kids, goal setting should first be practiced in school. This gives them something to strive and push themselves for. Let’s face it… a student who is putting in the time and effort to achieve an A grade is going to receive a higher result than a student who doesn’t care what grade they get. Signs that students are lacking goal setting skills include:

 

• Failure to set any goals throughout the term
• Doesn’t achieve any set goals
• Make excuses for failing to meet goals
• Fails to reflect on previous results

 

If this sounds like someone you know… to encourage positive goal setting you can:

• Ask the student to write a list of short-term and long-term goals.
• Implement different goal strategies (eg. Staircase Goals, Smart Goals, Areas for Change).
• Utilise reward programs for achieving set goals.
• Implement A Team Tuition’s tutoring services to provide ongoing support to achieve set goals.

 

Goal setting will take time to get the hang of, but it is a skill they will use for life.

 

5) Poor Attendance At School

 

 

To most people this seems like pure common sense, right? If a student is not at school, they are not engaged and learning. Obviously, this fails to set a student up for success and will likely result in low academic results.

 

Poor attendance can also have devasting long-term effects… as most schools have an attendance threshold that students are required to meet. In some cases, chronic poor attendance can affect a student’s ability to proceed to the next school year or even graduate.

 

Does your child have a poor attendance rate? Are they…

 

• Refusing to go to school?
• Constantly taking sick days without a doctor’s certificate?
• Failing to meet attendance thresholds?

 

However, what people don’t often realise is that there is normally an underlying issue to a child’s hesitancy of going to school. This may be anything from a lack of confidence to instances of bullying.

 

But no matter what the issue is, we have some methods to get that attendance rate back up over that green line:

 

• Emphasise the importance and benefits of school attendance to the student.
• Build rapport with the student, so that they will tell you any underlying issues.
• Meet with your child’s school principal or teacher about reasons for their poor attendance.
• Parents should be authoritative and enforce attendance.
• Set an attendance rule (e.g. No days off without a medical certificate).

 

Remember, while school may not be the most exciting place on earth, it does have its pros. From seeing friends to a range of diverse classes… there is something exciting for everyone. Make sure to emphasise the positives!

 

 

So, there you have it… there are the five fatal traits of struggling students! If your child resembles any of these traits, don’t stress! Just follow these tips and your student should be back on track in no time!

 

IMPORTANT!

 

If these issues do persist, please do not hesitate to contact your student’s school. They will have a range of student support resources available. Externally, A Team Tuition’s tutoring services can provide additional support that is individualised to your student’s needs.

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Year 8 Student Goes From B-‘s to A+’s In One Month

 

At A Team Tuition, we pride ourselves in transforming students not only academically, but also psychologically, emotionally, and any other ways our students may require in order to reach the pinnacle of their studies.

 

While many students may require Academic Personal Training to catch up on school content and understand assignments, Ava needed help with something different – the methods in which she approaches studying.

 

On top of that, Ava had a distinct goal.

 

“When Ava received a B- on her Semester 1 report, we decided to get her some personalised tutoring and she was determined to raise her grade to an A, and finish the year on a high.”

 

We all love a student who aims high for the sky!

 

Accordingly, A Team Tuition paired Jess, one of our amazing Academic Personal Trainers, with Ava soon after Ava’s parents reached out to us.

 

Fortunately, Jess and Ava connected very quickly through their common bubbly personalities.

 

When asked, Jess revealed that Ava’s greatest struggle was remembering the content taught through effective means: “It wasn’t so much the theory behind the concepts, however, it was about devising techniques Ava could use in exam/test situations.”

 

As a result, Jess thought it would be perfect to first find out Ava’s learning language – a key element to the effective and efficient learning of an individual. (Be sure to check out our learning language blogs to gain a better understanding on the best way you take in information!)

 

To do this, Jess prepared a test for Ava to work through 3 different problems where she had to implement either an auditory, visual or kin-aesthetic type approach. The outcome of this test suggested that Ava is an auditory learner in terms of remembering concepts.

 

In order to utilise Ava’s newly discovered learning language to the duo’s advantage, Jess and Ava began to work on creating rhymes for learning algebra.

 

Who would’ve thought algebra could be rhymed? Our power Academic Personal Trainer- and-student here have truly inspired us all with their resourceful creativity!

 

However, there is no success without a little hardship.

 

For Jess and Ava, the toughest thing about tutoring was Ava’s lack of motivation. Jess described Ava as a very relaxed person, which prompted her to work on trying to make their sessions more engaging.

 

Undoubtedly, it wasn’t long before Jess surprised us all with her ingenuity in overcoming such an obstacle:

 

“When Ava was trying to memorise her oral, we would read it out in different voices, trying to act out the words which made her have to think about how placing emphasis on different words can change the meaning of what she is saying,” Jess noted.

 

At A Team Tuition, there are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, persistence, hard work, and learning from failure.

 

In the case of Jess and Ava, their hard work was paid off when everything came together to successfully transform Ava.

 

The pinnacle point of transformation for them both occurred when they were revising for Ava’s test – they broke the session up with naughts and crosses when Ava got 10 questions right in a row!!

 

“It made the atmosphere light hearted and she seemed to have gained confidence with her ability,” remarked Jess.

 

Of course, this would not have been possible without Jess’ connection to Ava.

 

Coming from a fresh perspective, Jess became more of a mentor than a teacher to Ava.

 

Moreover, having just finished high school, Jess could possibly relate to Ava more than a teacher may.

 

As an Academic Personal Trainer, Jess was also able to spend ample time understanding how Ava learns best, thus making it easier to come up with strategies to enhance Ava’s learning.

 

When asked about the most significant thing she contributed to Ava’s life, Jess replied:

 

“Personally, it’s hard to pin point one significant thing as it is the little things that build up to one big thing. Maybe confidence would be the key thing, building on what she knows and reinforcing it.”

 

Through Jess’ Academic Personal Training, Ava has become more confident when it comes to approaching problems she does not completely understand. She is also a lot more open to new ideas.

 

Favourably, both Ava’s parents have seen a positive change in attitude:

 

“Ava immediately became more confident in Both English and Maths and her general confidence grew very quickly. Jess helped her with an oral presentation and Ava was much more confident with performing the presentation in class.”

 

There is almost no greater feeling than seeing your child transform and grow after getting help from an Academic Personal Trainer.

 

Not only did Ava’s parents reveal that Ava became more confident and keener to study, she also works diligently at home and is really focusing on her homework and assignments now that tutoring became part of her life.

 

And, of course, Jess has benefited equally much from her tutoring sessions with Ava:

 

“Ava is an absolute joy to tutor, I always look forward to our sessions. She has such a bubbly personality that the time flies by. She approaches questions slightly differently than how I would, so she’s taught me a new perspective in some things which is really refreshing. She’s teaching me just as much as I’m helping her.”

 

For us here at A Team Tuition – nothing makes us happier and prouder than both a transformed student and a transformed Academic Personal Trainer!

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How To Excel In High School Whilst Managing Anxiety

YEAR 6 STUDENT GOES FROM C’S TO A’S IN 5 MONTHS

 

At A Team, we aim to provide a sense of enrichment to all our students, whether it may be in the form of academic achievements or personal development. To do this, our tutors are dedicated to instilling motivation and confidence in their students through creative means.

 

For one of our incredible tutors, Rimaz Toto, such a mindset was extremely effective in transforming one of her Year 6 Math students, Chloe, into a shining star.

 

Some would say Maths is interesting in the sense that it is a subject that can be explored in so many different ways, and to so many different extents. Others might say that it is the subject they find most challenging, or that they just can’t seem to get their head around it!

 

Before receiving tutoring from A Team Tuition, Chloe was one of the latter.

 

As a student who was struggling with Maths in school, Chloe’s greatest weaknesses were comprehending complex Maths questions and understanding how to approach those questions.

 

Consequently, her parents felt tutoring would be of great help to Chloe’s result in Maths after discussing it with her teacher.

 

As Chloe’s brother, Harrisa, was already being tutored by Rimaz and receiving great results, Chloe’s parents did not hesitate to seek out A Team Tuition again for Chloe’s Academic Personal Training.

 

Just as we aim to satisfy all our clients, Chloe’s parents were very content with Rimaz as their tutor: “We all bonded with Rimaz immediately; she is very easy to talk to and Chloe feels very comfortable with her”.

 

Fortunately, Rimaz identified Chloe’s greatest struggles almost instantly!

 

“I often found that Chloe would make silly mistakes or not fully understand the question, leaving her confused and stressed. I figured this out during the initial session, where I had printed out some simple straight forward questions and some wordy questions. I found that the straightforward questions Chloe was able to answer confidently, however the wordy questions she was struggling a bit”.

 

Accordingly, Rimaz brainstormed ideas to tackle Chloe’s weaknesses in Maths.

 

“In terms of the strategy that I implemented to address Chloe’s struggles, I started practicing straightforward and wordy questions in every session. I would also assign her homework that would allow her to practice the content we had completed during the session. The worksheets that I gave her aligned with similar ones that her teacher gave her, and Chloe was able to build her knowledge through those practice questions and then work on harder wordy questions in the sessions”.

Nonetheless, transforming Chloe did not come easy to Rimaz.

 

For most tutors, the first few academic personal training sessions are often spent on getting to know their students a little better. This is so that tutors can connect to their students on a personal level, and also to find out their hobbies and habits.

When Rimaz first began tutoring Chloe, she felt a little lost as to where to begin. Though she had previously tutored Chloe’s brother and discovered his study methods, she couldn’t exactly get Chloe’s.

“It took time and after many conversations with Chloe’s mother, we both knew that Chloe knew all the information she needed to know for all her classes, her biggest struggle was practicing those questions and putting the knowledge into context.”

On top of that, Rimaz experienced slight difficulties in stimulating her sessions with Chloe.

 

“The toughest thing with tutoring in general is finding a balance between challenging the student but also making the session fun and enjoyable. I found that Chloe was a very hyperactive kid and would often get distracted and hungry very easily.”.

 

Rimaz revealed that this hindered Chloe’s ability to concentrate and focus 100% of the time during their tutoring session. As a result, Rimaz worked hard to find a balance in her lessons with Chloe, and soon realised that Chloe simply needed some distraction time throughout the session in order to regain her concentration.

 

“We would often take the occasional breaks and I would ask her questions that were not school related. For example, “what did you buy when you went shopping this weekend?”, “what’s your favourite thing about dancing?”. These questions distracted her from her study and she was able to focus for another 20 minutes before we would have to take another break”.

 

Accordingly, Chloe noted that “the best part about my tutor is that she is always cheerful,” and “(I) get advice and it is not boring”. Chloe also felt that she began to develop the desire to get better grades, as opposed to before she started tutoring.

 

Slowly but surely, Chloe’s transformation began to take place. When asked, her parents also confirmed that Chloe’s confidence improved and so did her results.

 

Undoubtedly, this was largely attributable to Rimaz’s patience, observance and effective academic personal training.

 

“(Chloe’s) turning point occurred when I realized that the practice questions and homework that I was assigning her was helping her. I tailored the tutoring sessions to meet Chloe’s academic needs and that’s what every tutor should do because once you do that, everything clicks into place and the lightbulb shines”.

 

As the fruits of her labour, Chloe’s impressive transformation has definitely boosted her confidence and allowed her to become more sociable as well as outgoing in numerous aspects of her life. Rimaz also quickly recognised that Chloe became a lot happier and less stressed out about school upon her steady transformation over 5 months.

 

Upon appreciating such results, we at A Team Tuition are extremely pleased that Rimaz was the perfect tutor for Chloe, as Rimaz herself revealed:

 

“I think the reason why I was able to achieve this transformation and not her parents or teachers is because A team equipped me with the skills and strategies that they need in order to assist Chloe. A team helped me identify my strengths and I was able to implement those strengths into the tutoring sessions and use my strengths to help the student improve”.

 

“Also, I feel teachers are unable to complete this transformation because of the other responsibilities they have. Teachers have to look after a number of students, whereas with tutoring, the tutor’s attention is on the student and their area of difficulty”.

 

Remarkably, Chloe was not the only one who was transformed through this time.

 

“Chloe has allowed me to become more patient and appreciative of everything that I have,” Rimaz commented.

 

“Chloe vibrates love and happiness and that atmosphere has rubbed off on me and allowed me to become just a happy person”.

 

Even more, Chloe’s parents were also greatly benefited by the tutoring sessions:

 

“Homework is a much calmer and happier experience for all of us!!!”

 

We are extremely proud of Chloe’s transformation from a C to an A in Maths and can’t wait to see what this dynamic duo achieves in the near future!

 

Not only did Rimaz and Chloe’s story further boost our immense confidence in both our tutors and our clients; it has also certainly imparted to all of us that – anything is possible with the right support, resources, and can-do mindset!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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5 Ways To Ease The Transition From Year 11 To Year 12

The last school bell of the year rings. You have finally completed Year 11 and an appealing two months of school-free holiday awaits you. Firstly, congratulations on finishing your second last year of school! You are now one step closer to the long-awaited graduation – exciting, isn’t it? 

While this is surely a prime time for some well-deserved celebration and relaxation, getting prepared for a smooth transition into Year 12 will definitely come in handy in your final year of school.

A couple simple steps and you will see Year 12 fly by like an arrow as you make the most of your last schooling year!

1. Treasure Your Year 11 Notes

If you have had a peek at your Year 12 subject textbooks, you will see topics that are almost identical to those studied in Year 11. Senior subject topics are introduced in Year 11 and expanded in Year 12. You will be studying the same topics, just with more advanced content and to a more profound level – this will apply to most core subjects.

The good news about this is, you get to re-use all your Year 11 notes! Think of Year 11 as a foundation year in preparation for Year 12; it contains all the formative assessments while Year 12 is comprised of summative assessments.

That said, the notes that helped you through Year 11 will be of equal advantage to you in Year 12, especially when you need to refer to the basics in order to understand more challenging concepts.

To give yourself an extra boost, scan through your Year 11 notes occasionally throughout the summer holidays to refresh your memory on what you have learnt in the past year. This way, you will be all ready-to-go in Year 12 without having to revise the old concepts after school has begun.

2. Make Use Of Holiday Sessions

 

What better way to excel in Year 12 than to gain the advantage of being few steps ahead throughout the whole year?

Begin with requesting for holiday sessions with your tutor, who will be more than eager to help those of their students who seek to achieve above and beyond.

For your holiday sessions, select 2 to 3 of your strongest or most liked subjects and start the respective Term 1 syllabus. As you complete the first few topics that will be taught in Term 1 during the holidays, the content shall sit deeper in your mind when you learn it a second time in school.

Not only will this ensure you have a more profound understanding of the content than the rest of your cohort, you are now one term ahead of schedule in that it allows you and your tutor to begin Term 2 work at the end of Term 1 as well as during your break in between.

Consequently, throughout Year 12, you would have learnt the subjects you have selected twice, so that you become even stronger in your strongest subjects.

I also recommended for you to choose your most liked subjects for this purpose because you wouldn’t want to get sick of subjects you do not necessarily enjoy by studying them over the holidays, right?

Don’t get me wrong, holidays are still a time for you to relax, travel, catch up with friends, or stay home to binge watch TV series all day!

In view of that, your holiday tutoring sessions can take place either weekly or fortnightly, and easily scheduled according to your personal timetable, as our Academic Personal Trainers are usually pretty flexible and accommodating during the school holidays!

3. Set Goals And Follow A Plan

Almost every achievement is a result of a goal. Nevertheless, your goals do not have to be result-specific; it may not be realistic to set the goal of achieving an OP 1 when you do not have a plan that works towards this goal.  

Hence, it is ideal to set goals that are attainable hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly. For instance:

• Finish Your Maths homework in an hour without any distractions
• Complete 300 words of your assignment by the end of the day
• Go to a consultation with your subject teacher at least once a week
• Finish reading the book you are studying in English by the end of the month

Such goals should not only be set when Year 12 begins, but also in the holidays during your transition between Year 11 and 12 (though they can be much more laid back!).

If you struggle to construct a realistic timetable during your holidays, simply consult your Academic Personal Trainer to give you a hand!

Personally, I like to utilise the sticky notes on my laptop as my planner, reason being I can easily edit them in the event that I am left with extra time to accomplish more or when plans change.

For those of you who prefer writing your goals down however, there are a variety of aesthetic planners available in bookshops and gift shops for you to choose from.

I recommend something handy which you can carry around with you so to ensure you will always stay on track with your plans. You could also have a look at the Neurobooks developed by A Team for a more content-specific planner.

By crafting an elaborate timetable in which you will follow diligently throughout Year 12, you are taking baby steps towards achieving your bigger, long-term goal.

Such goal-setting will also warrant a smooth transition as you have composed a clear path you wish to follow, which already places you ahead of the year!

4. Solidify Relationships With Teachers And Classmates

While academic goals and achievements are crucial in your final year of school, good relationships with those whom you will see 7 hours a day, 5 days a week are equally essential.

Imagine having spent most of your life with the same classmates and the same teachers who have been around since Prep, and now you have reached your last ever schooling year – you’d want to make the most out of it!

Firstly, cherish your high-school friendships as they may last a lifetime.

One of my best memories from Year 12 was the fun we had when my friends and I assisted one another in completing homework, group presentations and assessments.

This consisted of late-night calls, sleepovers and staying back after school to brainstorm ideas – you’d also be surprised how much you may learn from your classmates!

Secondly, develop close relationships with your teachers. Why? Check out our blog “Why being a teacher’s pet is so cool” to be amazed by the many benefits that come with good relationships with your teachers!

In addition, the numbered days you have together will make this coming year the most unforgettable year.

All in all, by solidifying relationships with your teachers and classmates, you will guarantee yourself a fun and rewarding time in Year 12!

5. Think Ahead

It is no doubt that Year 12 will be your busiest year of school. Amidst all the impending assessments, you have carnivals, house events, QCS preparation, formal, and a number of other different school activities!

However, you shall not neglect pondering about some huge decisions that you have to soon confront.

For example, begin thinking about the degree you would like to study in University, and set a goal for yourself to work towards accordingly.

Alternatively, deliberate your plans after graduation – whether it is a gap year, or straight into a career you have set out for yourself.

It could be anything at all – competing in performing arts, joining a sports team, becoming a tutor with A Team Tuition, or moving to another country for a couple of months – you are in control of your own decisions.

Again, you won’t likely go wrong with an elaborate plan set out for the year after Year 12.

To conclude, I am sure you will consider these steps while easing your way into your final year of school – A Team wishes you all the best, and good luck!

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