As Finals roll around, the stress of preparing for exams can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry; with strategies and organization, you can take those tests confidently. Here are some of the tips from students who have dealt with midterm week before:
- Start Early: Don’t Cram
One of the most important things to remember when preparing for finals is to start early. Avoid waiting until the night before to cram all the material. Students have explained that spacing out their study sessions over several days or weeks leads to better retention of the information.
- Make a Study Schedule
Create a realistic study schedule that breaks down the material you need to review by day. Prioritize the subjects or topics you find the most difficult. This ensures that you stay on track and are not overwhelmed by the amount of material.
- Stay Organized
As you study, keep your materials organized. Use color-coded notes, binders, or apps to keep everything in line. Organization reduces your stress and helps you quickly find the resources you need to study.
- Utilise Spalding’s Tutors
Spalding has many upperclassmen who volunteer to help after school leading up to the weeks of finals. They are there to help you better understand your classes and can help reteach topics you do not understand. These study sessions after school are extremely helpful and are highly recommended.
- Test-Day Tips: How to Stay Calm
- Arrive early. Give yourself plenty of time to settle in and avoid rushing.
- Bring the essentials. Don’t forget any required materials, like pens, pencils, and calculators.
- Manage your time. If you get stuck on a question, move on and return to it later. It’s better to have an answer to a question than to leave it blank.
- Stay calm. Remind yourself that you’ve prepared.
Remember to stay positive and believe in yourself. You got this!
