SENIORITIS!!!!
It’s here. And it’s kicking in BIG TIME.
I was extremely motivated to do well in school in the beginning of the year. Don’t get me wrong, I still want to do well, and I haven’t completely given up. But ever since college applications have all been turned in, I have noticed a shift within me and my friends that I thought I would be able to resist.
It also could be more apparent in me than in my peers, considering the fact that I have been in high school for 5 years rather than the average 4. I have had an extra year of wanting to be out of here, and it is eating away at me little by little.
Some people might not agree, but for me, I actually like going to school for the most part. But the fact that it’s the SAME THING every single day, and the fact that I feel like there’s more and more homework each week.
SO. MUCH. HOMEWORK.
I hope that this upcoming break will help dissipate some of these feelings, at least a little bit, but I’m pretty sure it will not be solved until the day that I graduate. The more I keep thinking about it, the worse it gets. I guess I just need to try harder than ever to keep myself motivated and not slack off!
Just about 4 months and 3 days until graduation, it’ll all be over. At least, for a little bit.
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when Senioritis kicks in at OVS it affects the entire school. I have recently noticed a swift downturn in work quality and effort of the Freshman! They sense it and follow protocol. Can you blame a person for slacking off when its’s taking place all around them? The seniors control the emotional setting and when they check out we all hit an emotional “speed bump”. The time change and warmer weather get us back on track. My suggestion for you is to refocus your effort on a new goal. How about approaching each class from the perspective of a college student. Ask your teachers what skills you can focus on to be sharp for college next Fall. If all else fails try a study party with food and music or race your roommate to see who can finish their homework first.
This is all very true. You’re right in that I do need to refocus myself and I will try my best do that that. I do sometimes forget that the attitudes of me and my peers influence others, especially the younger students. Thanks for the ideas! I will definitely try my hardest to stay focused in these next few months.
Let me know if you need any more suggestions. Keep your eyes focused on your future and seize every moment.
Great comment thread Mr. Weidlich. Now can you help me with my motivation? 😉
I am in the same situation as you. It just seems so pointless studying hard right now. I know I have to, but I’m just out of motivation.