It’s already August and now is the time to get back to school as the school vacation is over. One can only hope that everyone had a meaningful and productive vacation. Be sure to prepare everything, especially notebooks, pens, and papers. Of course, students have to make sure to prepare themselves before the class starts.
Before anything else, most of the schools used to open their classes in June before the year of 2020. However, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the opening of classes for A.Y. 2020 - 2021 was moved to August in most schools by virtue of Republic Act 11480. This law allows the President, upon the Secretary of Education’s recommendation, to set different dates for the start of the school year in the country in case of an emergency. So, the month when classes start has changed.
As students gear up to welcome A.Y. 2023 - 2024, this article aims to capture the perspectives of random students on how they are recharging themselves before embracing a new academic year filled with optimism and productivity.
Noe Manuel Mosquite, a 12-year-old Grade 6 pupil, said that one of the things he did to recharge himself is to practice his self-introduction for when the class starts. Besides that, he is starting to memorize the multiplication table so it will be easy for him to attend Mathematics class.
Meanwhile, Michelle Cuizon, an 11-year-old Grade 6 pupil, said that in order to recharge herself, she watches fairytale movies because she believes it helps her have confidence in making friends, which she finds helpful when the class starts.
For Claire Bague, an 18-year-old Grade 12 student, she indulges in painting or sports as immersing herself in these activities allows her to relax and recharge before the academic demands of the class begin. Additionally, she values quality time spent socializing with her family and friends, as it provides her with a sense of support.
On the other hand, Thea Bien Tago, a 17-year-old Grade 11 student, said she relies on music to ease her mind. Without it, she feels cranky and unmotivated throughout the day, highlighting how music gives her a renewed sense of life.
Ambrosse Alijah Ibañez, a 21-year-old fourth-year BA Communication student, said that to recharge herself, she sleeps at least eight hours. She believes sufficient sleep is essential, considering how many individuals suffer from sleep deprivation.
Finally, Genran Labra, a 21-year-old fourth-year BS Development Communication student, revealed that he deliberately reduces his time on social media and engages in various household chores to avoid its energy-draining effects. This conscious effort has significantly boosted his productivity.