Hey, future college star! 🌟

🧠 Build Smart Study Habits Early

• [ ] Try the Pomodoro Technique: 25 minutes focused, 5 minutes break — repeat x4 = your brain will thank you.

https://giorgiark.github.io/pomodorotimer/

• [ ] Download Focus To-Do or Forest App to gamify your sessions.

• [ ] Set up your study playlist: Try Lofi Girl for chill focus vibes.

https://youtu.be/lA9FONoiuFA?si=hj-A0HAPqI72Qofl

• [ ] Enroll this free course on "Learning How to Learn" on Coursera — life-changing for students!

Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

🛠️ Learn Life Skills

• [ ] Learn how to cook 2 cheap, fast meals (start here: Tasty's College Recipes)
• [ ] Set up your 50/30/20 budget plan
• [ ] Bonus: Download You Need A Budget (YNAB) for a budgeting app built for students

🎓 Upgrade Your Brain (for Free!)

• [ ] Take 1 free class from Coursera or edX.
• [ ] Learn useful life skills like productivity, negotiation, or time management from Khan Academy or Skillshare Free Trials
• [ ] Join a virtual job simulation at The Forage — great for future internships!

💻 Get Tech-Ready

• [ ] Set up folders on Google Drive and color-code by subject
• [ ] Build your college dashboard using Notion templates
• [ ] Install Grammarly for effortless writing help
• [ ] Optional: Learn basic Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides (most group projects will happen here!)