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December brings the magic of the holiday season and the promise of an extended break from school. There is one obstacle standing in the way of 14 days of freedom and holiday bliss — semester exams. With the first semester concluding and final exams around the corner, here are some tips for performing well on your exams. |
1) Find a study Partner
Finding a study partner is beneficial because if you don't understand the material, there is someone who can help you. Do not forget that the National Honor Society tutors are available to assist you, as well. Furthermore, helping explain the content to another individual might broaden your understanding.
2) Make Flashcards
Flashcards really help when studying for exams. These can be made using index cards or electronically on Quizlet. Using this strategy enhances one's ability to recall concepts.
3) Read through the Chapters
Just reading over the material refreshes your memory about what you need to know for a comprehensive final.
4) Watch an Educational YouTube Video
These days, YouTube has videos on how to do math problems, book summaries, history topics, and even science lessons. So use these videos to your advantage for your semester exam.
5) Take a Break
Pomodoro timers really help with this. They allow you to study for twenty-five minutes and then take a five-minute break. This allows the mind to remember material more easily.
Junior Kun “Sherlock” Jung used humor to provide advice to stressed students.
“Just with 10% of effort, 10% caffeine, and 80% the grace of God, you will be fine,” Jung said.
Cardinal Mooney president Tom Maj also shared a few words of advice for students.
Maj said, “Manage it. Don't avoid it.”
Guidance counselor and math teacher Tina Hughes offered a suggestion to students planning their study schedules.
“The way to handle stress for finals is to prepare early,” Hughes said. “Get notes and papers set aside, read your textbooks through, and take advantage of opportunities like flex time and reviews.”
With these helpful tips, semester finals will be a success, and students can conclude the day on Dec. 21 with a sense of accomplishment and a sigh of relief as they begin winter break.
“Just with 10% of effort, 10% caffeine, and 80% the grace of God, you will be fine,” Jung said.
Cardinal Mooney president Tom Maj also shared a few words of advice for students.
Maj said, “Manage it. Don't avoid it.”
Guidance counselor and math teacher Tina Hughes offered a suggestion to students planning their study schedules.
“The way to handle stress for finals is to prepare early,” Hughes said. “Get notes and papers set aside, read your textbooks through, and take advantage of opportunities like flex time and reviews.”
With these helpful tips, semester finals will be a success, and students can conclude the day on Dec. 21 with a sense of accomplishment and a sigh of relief as they begin winter break.