The Pulse school survival guide

School is a busy place, and teens are busy people. Here's the scoop on how to survive and how to get the most out of school.

Lunch

Feed the machine with school lunches a bit more exciting than vegemite and cheese sammies (unless you’re really into those).

Other stuff you need to know

There are heaps of books that’ll help you avoid or deal with sticky situations. Here are some of our favourites:

Some expert advice

Here's links to Canterbury District Health Board's pamphlets coping with stress and exams pamphlets:

Coping with Exams
[.PDF, 706 Kb]
Stressed Out [.PDF, 723Kb]

Books

Friend or foe?

If you’re stressed about making new mates at school you’re not alone. National helpline 0800WHATSUP reckons that this, and bullying, are the main problems they get calls about.

Bullying: Our page on how to deal with uncool behaviour.
Doctor G: Email our expert with your relationship or health questions.
Making Friends: What makes a friend? What behaviours put people off being friends? This site has some good advice on how to make friends, changing schools and stopping bullying.
Making friends — Teen Issues (UK): You can break the shyness barrier.

Getting there and back again

Driving — If you’re fifteen or over this might be the year you get your licence. Our page has got all the info to help get you started.
Rides— All about your wheels.
Cycling — Safe cycle routes to and from school using maps from the Christchurch City Council.
Buses , bus timetables, journey planners and check your Metrocard balance. Red bus also runs separate school bus services. Note that young people under the age of 18 pay approximately half price for fares upon presentation of a Can Do Card or approved photo ID with date of birth.

January 2012

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