With summer break tragically ending (as it does, sadly, every year), it is time to get back in the groove and prepare for the new school year. If you want to get over the first-day jitters and start out strong, employ these tips to make your first day back at class so successful that others will want to study it. GETTING A HEAD START According to research by the Center for Economic Security and Opportunity, students lose as much as 25%–30% of the knowledge they accumulated the previous school year over summer break. Reading and math skills are particularly affected and see the highest regression rate. And the higher your grade level, the more you are likely to forget. The best way to combat this summer slump is to keep learning. Try reading books and practicing arithmetic at least three times a week to ensure you can maintain what you have previously worked so hard to learn. SHOPPING SPREE You also want to come to school prepared! Shopping for school supplies is a great way to get everything you need for the year ahead, TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL FIRST DAY OF CLASS Back to School
including a snazzy new outfit for the first day, notebooks, organizers, and favorite brands of pens and pencils. It’s also important to write your names in your notebooks to make them easier to identify if they end up in the lost and found! MENTAL MAP No one likes getting lost. Whether returning to the same school as last year or heading into a new environment, finding your way can be daunting. If you arrive at school early, you can figure out where each class is and plot your path beforehand. Getting a feel for where you need to go throughout the day can be a great way to help you feel more prepared and comfortable. Many schools also have physical maps, which can be a great resource to store in your backpack if you ever find yourself turned around.
THE HIDDEN PRICE OF CAR WRECKS Accident Aftermath
After a car accident, one of your most immediate expenses will be repairing the damages to your vehicle. But, beyond the dollar signs, you can see adding up in rumpled fenders and shattered glass, hidden costs like lost wages, medical bills, and emotional suffering exist. Knowing about these potential expenses is essential in getting the fairest settlement possible. LOST WAGES Depending on the extent of your injuries, you’ll most likely have to miss days, weeks,
or even months of work. Those lost wages due to absences while you recover can significantly impact your finances, especially if you don’t have paid sick leave. If you have been injured in a way that limits your ability to do the physical or mental tasks required in your position, you may have to make a career switch. A write-up from your doctor detailing how long you need to take off work will be a big help when you file for lost wages. EMOTIONAL TOLL The hidden expenses of emotional distress can be significant as you recover and return to life after your accident. Wrecks are often traumatic and can lead to anxiety, depression, and post- traumatic stress disorder. The stress and time commitment of managing your recovery can also strain relationships, delay vacations, deter you from attending social events, and bring major inconveniences into your life. If you have a therapist or are beginning to see a counselor,
any new diagnoses or medications could help as evidence of your emotional distress.
MEDICAL BILLS Based on the extent of your injuries, you may have to go to numerous doctor’s appointments, tests, and surgeries and may need to pay for medications. Though your health insurance will cover some of your costs, there are additional ongoing or future treatments like physical therapy or home care you may need to consider. Medical bills, receipts, and records will help you prove your health issues are a direct result of your accident. Understanding all the hidden costs you may face after an accident will ensure you get a fair settlement and can move forward with your life. By keeping detailed records and working closely with your legal and medical professionals, you can address every cost associated with your recovery.
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