Live Your Best High School Life

Make the next four years your greatest ones yet.

- By Lena Genovese and Elizabeth Huang

We know, we know: You've heard it before, but the four years of high school really do go by in the blink of an eye. And while some days feel slightly less glamorous than others (think: leaving your lunch on the bus), we're here to remind you that it *is* possible to have the kind of high school experience that's plucked straight out of a classic '80s movie. So get ready to seize each and every day, because carpe diem is your new mantra...

BE PREPARED.

Love that extra five (or 10) minutes of snoozing? Even if you oversleep, having everything you need for the day set up and ready to go by your door will ensure that you're not starting your day with stress. So instead of waiting until the minute before you need to catch the bus to find your soccer cleats and uniform, have them packed the night before. And don't forget to toss a nourishing snack in your bag so you're not tanking your 'tude with the hangries.

MAKE YOUR BED (YUP, EVERY MORNING).

Stay with us here...making your bed in the a.m. is an actual miracle mood booster. Think of it this way: By checking one thing off your to-do list, you'll be much more motivated to accomplish other goals you've set for yourself. Plus, nothing beats crawling into a made bed after a long day of tests, swim team and trig homework. You'll thank us later.

TURN THE HALLWAY INTO YOUR RUNWAY.

You don't have to rock your fanciest fit every single Friday (though major props if you do), but swapping sweats for a skirt once in a while is the underrated confidence boost you deserve. So channel your inner Claudia Kishi and find a way to showcase your style, one vintage accessory at a time.