{"id":27739,"date":"2024-12-02T04:42:18","date_gmt":"2024-12-01T17:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/?p=27739"},"modified":"2024-12-02T04:42:18","modified_gmt":"2024-12-01T17:42:18","slug":"back-to-school-blues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/back-to-school-blues\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Deal With Back to School Blues"},"content":{"rendered":"

We know what you\u2019re thinking, and yes, it is <\/span>a little<\/span><\/i> early for <\/span>back to school<\/span> tips. However, here at Explore Careers, we\u2019re all about preparation, and what better way to nail the <\/span>back to school<\/span> transition than by starting the planning phase months before term one?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re worried about <\/span>school stress<\/span>, class schedules, <\/span>back to school<\/span> blues, or simply <\/span>maximising your summer holidays<\/span><\/a>, we\u2019ve got the tips for you; all you need to do is keep on reading!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What are the <\/span>Back to School<\/span> Blues?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

In short, the \u2018<\/span>Back to School<\/span> Blues\u2019 are feelings of sadness or nervousness brought on by the impending start of a new school year.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Essentially, while some students simply can\u2019t wait to head <\/span>back to school<\/span>, others might feel a little bit down before the commencement of a new school year. These kinds of feelings are completely normal. After all, saying goodbye to the summer holidays isn\u2019t an easy task!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, there are tonnes of tried and tested ways to make your <\/span>back to school<\/span> transition a little bit easier, and today, we\u2019re highlighting some of our favourites!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Back to School Dates<\/span> 2025<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Before we dive into ways to get excited about going <\/span>back to school<\/span>, prepare for the new school year, and <\/span>minimise any <\/span>school stress<\/span><\/a>, we need to sort out our calendars. And by this, we mean getting familiar with the <\/span>back to school dates<\/span> for your state!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When there\u2019s still a little while before the start of term one, it\u2019s easy to find conflicting information about school start dates. The best way to be sure is to get your information directly from the source (AKA your school). However, if they don\u2019t seem to have any information up yet, these are the <\/span>back to school dates<\/span><\/a> that we\u2019ve been able to track down:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

ACT | Australian Capital Territory <\/span><\/b>Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>: February 3<\/span>rd<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

NSW | New South Wales <\/span><\/b>Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>: January 31<\/span>st<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

NT | Northern Territory <\/span><\/b>Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>:<\/span> January 29<\/span>th<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

QLD | Queensland <\/span><\/b>Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>: January 28<\/span>th<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

SA | South Australia <\/span><\/b>Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>: January 29<\/span>th<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

TAS | Tasmania<\/span><\/b> Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>: February 6<\/span>th<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

VIC | Victoria <\/span><\/b>Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>: January 29<\/span>th<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

WA | Western Australia <\/span><\/b>Back to School Date<\/span><\/b>: February 5<\/span>th<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So be sure to pop these in your calendar; there\u2019s nothing worse than having your <\/span>back to school date<\/span> creep up on you and forgetting to prepare!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Get Ready for an Exciting New School Year!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Trust us when we tell you that one of the best ways to prepare for going <\/span>back to school<\/span> is to prepare, prepare, prepare! We\u2019re not saying to forgo all of the fun you had planned for the summer holidays (in fact, <\/span>taking time to <\/span><\/a>recharge<\/span> is <\/span>super <\/span><\/i>important<\/span>), but there are a few things you\u2019ll want to add to your <\/span>back to school<\/span> to-do list. Trust us, with just a tiny bit of effort, you\u2019ll be feeling much better about going <\/span>back to school<\/span>!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What are <\/span>Back to School<\/span> Essentials?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Here at Explore Careers, <\/span>back to school<\/span> essentials are all the things you need to do before the start of a new school year.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Some are universal (like ticking off your stationery list or reviewing a university syllabus), and others are specific to each individual student. For instance, one person might consider getting some work experience an essential, while another might prioritise preparing for sports tryouts. The important thing is to identify what you want to achieve during the summer holidays and how you can minimise any potential <\/span>school stress<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Creating Your <\/span>Back to School To-do List<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

As we said before, a <\/span>back to school to-do list<\/span> can look different for different people; it\u2019s all about working out what tasks you want to prioritise! However, we think we\u2019ve put together some universally helpful tasks to get you ready for the new school year!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Choosing <\/span>Subjects in High School<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you haven\u2019t already chosen your <\/span>subjects in high school<\/span>, now is the time to do so! The sooner you lock in your decisions, the more likely it is that you\u2019ll get your top picks. However, if you\u2019re feeling unsure of what direction you want to take your studies in, that\u2019s okay too. Simply head over to our blog on <\/span>choosing subjects in high school<\/span><\/a> and unlock the tools you need to make the right decision.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Deciding Which Clubs or Teams to Join<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

To really get the most out of the <\/span>back to school<\/span> season, you\u2019ll want to identify what extracurricular activities you want to join when school restarts. For example, if you <\/span>really <\/span><\/i>want to join the school rugby team, you might want to dedicate some time during the school holidays to practising. That way, when tryouts roll around, you\u2019ll be ready to wow the coach!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Catching Up on Tricky Subjects<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

We all have different strengths and weaknesses, meaning that almost everyone has at least one high school subject that they find a little challenging. Struggling at school can be a massive catalyst for <\/span>school stress<\/span>, so why not alleviate some pressure by catching up on your studies before heading <\/span>back to school<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If your school stress is getting on top of you, discover how to <\/span>manage your work <\/span>and<\/span> study-<\/span>related stress<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Make Time for Your Hobbies and Passions<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

It isn\u2019t hard to fall into the trap of endlessly doomscrolling or overworking yourself during the summer holidays, but we\u2019re sure you can find a nice balance. One great way to do so is by making plenty of time for your hobbies and passions. That way you\u2019ll be developing your skills <\/span>and <\/span><\/i>having fun in the process; it\u2019s a win-win!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Recharge for a new Year<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

We know; reading about how you should be studying and thinking about subject selection isn\u2019t super exciting. In fact, we\u2019re fully aware that you\u2019d much rather spend your summer holidays catching up with friends, heading to the beach, or engaging in some much-needed retail therapy. Well, here\u2019s the good news; you should be making plenty of time for fun, too!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The most important thing to do these summer holidays is recharging for the new year, and that looks different for everyone. So, before heading <\/span>back to school<\/span>, make sure you\u2019ve spent plenty of time doing the things you love.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One Last Thing: Happy Holidays from Explore Careers!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

While we\u2019re all about <\/span>maximising your school holidays<\/span><\/a> and preparing you for your future career, we also want to extend a huge congratulations for getting through another school year! Succeeding in high school is no easy task and you deserve <\/span>all <\/span><\/i>the recognition for your hard work this year. So, enjoy your holidays before the <\/span>back to school<\/span> season, and make sure you take some time to celebrate all of your achievements.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Oh, and one more thing; if you ever need any more friendly school-related advice, simply head to our <\/span>Student Life blog<\/span><\/a>; who knows, checking out our handy advice might even make your next school year even better!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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