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Haru Tang, 14, LKWFSL Lau Wong Fat Secondary School: I decided to always do something with joy, such as playing basketball or chatting with others during recess. What’s the point of going to school without it? Without joy, the school would look like a prison instead of a place for students to learn.
Venna Li Wing-yan, 16, Carmel Alison Lam Foundation Secondary School: I read Young Post every day after school because I am not good at English. Reading Young Post can help me learn more vocabulary. I choose stories that I am interested in. I also use my iPad to translate words I don’t know and write them down in a notebook.
Warren Chan Chun, 9, Po Leung Kuk Camoes Tan Siu Lin Primary School: Preparing my backpack and outfit the night before has made the biggest difference to my school week. It completely eliminates morning stress and prevents me from forgetting crucial assignments or supplies. Starting the day calm and organised gives me a focused mindset that carries through all my morning classes.
Hailey Liu Tsz-Ying, 16, Pui Kiu College: The habit that has made the biggest positive difference to my school week is going to the gym a few times per week. This is a new habit I developed, and it feels like a great way to close the school day. I feel less stressed.
Chan Ka-hei, 14, Pope Paul VI College: The habit that has most positively impacted my learning is reviewing my notes daily. Spending just 20 minutes each evening to summarise key points reinforces my memory and prevents last-minute cramming. This consistent routine keeps me organised and significantly reduces my stress levels before exams.
Kenny Shea Kai-lok, 15, Fung Kai No 1 Secondary School: A good habit I have developed is walking for 15 minutes after studying. It clears my mental fatigue, gives my brain time to relax and reflect, improves my sleep and reduces study pressure.
Vincent Chen Yiu-cho, 17, GCC & ITKD Lau Pak Lok Secondary School: I go swimming at the end of the school week, which helps keep my body active. Swimming allows my brain to rest, stop thinking about study problems and completely relax. It also helps my mind focus on physical activity, enabling more efficient learning during the following school week.
Chu Shing-hei, 14, Po Leung Kuk Tang Yuk Tien College: The habit that has made the biggest positive difference is playing Wordle online every day. I can have fun while gaining a sense of achievement if I get the word right, which can boost my mood.
Aden Wong Tsz-yu, 14, Immaculate Heart of Mary College: I have started waking up at 7am to have more time for my personal tasks. This allows me to do some stretching exercises to stay awake and feel refreshed. Having a Chinese breakfast, such as steamed rice rolls, is also a nice way to start the day.
Qbie Chan Tsz-kiu, 16, Carmel Alison Lam Foundation Secondary School: I study the Bible and listen to a devotional every morning. It makes me feel happy. The sharing is also eye-opening; for example, I learned that God will forgive anyone. It makes me feel so touched and encourages me to do better at school.
