January, February & March
If you haven't yet gotten involved in any extracurricular activities, now is a good time to start. While freshmen might not get the most glamorous positions in an organization, remember that you have to start somewhere. Chances are high that the upperclassmen with leadership roles got started when they were freshmen.
The second semester of high school is an opportunity to start fresh if your first semester didn't go as well as you would have liked.
To Do:
- Check out the spring sports offered by your school, including intramural teams.
- Investigate opportunities in your community if school activities don't interest you.
- Stay on top of your school assignments, extra-curricular activities and other responsibilities.
- If you're struggling in any of your classes, now is the time to request extra help from your teachers. Don't fail any classes or it might be summer school for you!