As the final year of high school, Grade 12 is a crucial milestone for school learners, thorough preparation makes all the difference.
Here are steps to help you excel in your final year of school:
• Set clear goals and define your academic and personal goals for the year. This will serve as your compass throughout Grade 12.
• Develop a study schedule. Creating a structured study timetable to ensure you allocate dedicated time for each subject will bring balance to your academic year.
• Prioritise your subjects and identify your strengths and weaknesses. Remember to allocate more time to subjects you find challenging while maintaining a steady pace with others.
• Stay informed about curriculum changes and consult teachers to ensure you’re aligned.
• Access additional resources, utilise textbooks, online resources and educational apps to supplement your learning.
• Form study groups. Collaborate with classmates for group study sessions as discussing concepts can lead to deeper understanding.
• Ask for help when needed and do not hesitate to ask teachers for clarification on challenging topics. Tutoring or extra classes can also be beneficial.
• Work through previous exam papers and familiarise yourself with the exam format. This helps you get accustomed to the types of questions asked.
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle by ensuring you get enough sleep, eat balanced meals and engage in regular exercise. A healthy body supports a healthy mind.
• Balance extracurricular activities. While academics are a priority, engage in activities that you are passionate about as these contribute to a well-rounded education.
• Stay informed about university requirements and research the entry requirements for the universities or programmes you are interested in.
• Stay consistent and avoid last-minute cramming. Consistent, focused studying is more effective than last-minute rushes.
• Remain motivated and positive and visualise your success with the end goal always in mind.
• Practice time management to make the most of your study sessions and free time.
• Take care of your well-being. Balancing the pressures of Grade 12 can be challenging thus don’t neglect your mental and emotional well-being.
