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by Scott Ashley
For most teens one of the most eagerly anticipated times of the year is summer break: an extended recess from school!
Millions of young people will burst out of school, celebrating a reprieve from classes, books and homework assignments and an opportunity to rest, recharge batteries and enjoy a change of pace. They will eagerly look forward to precious time off.
But time off to do what?
Those of you who will get out of school for summer break, do you have anything planned, or will you just let the time happen?
To have a profitable summer, you need to plan your time creatively. Use this time off from school. Make it an experience worth remembering. Don't take a long break and then wake up at the end of it wondering where all that time went!
So how do you plan your summer? What can you do to get the most out of it? Here are some steps you can take to make your coming break both productive and profitable.
Make the most of your time
Take advantage of opportunities. This coming break is a good time to catch up on all the things you've been wanting to do but haven't managed to get to yet. Visit a museum or art gallery. Take short trips to visit parks and attractions in your town or within a few hours' drive.
If you've always wanted to go to a particular summer camp (provided it is affordable), make this the time that you finally go. Perhaps visit some colleges you're considering attending.
Try some new experiences. Visit a national park near where you live. Go canoeing or white-water rafting. Learn to swim (preferably before you go white-water rafting!). Organize a family trip, picnic or some other activity.
Set a goal for the next year. What do you want to be good at a year from now? Do you want to be the best shooter on your basketball team? If so, you'd better start practicing. Maybe you want to be the best dribbler. Again, start practicing.
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