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My first day at school

Personal experience

By Femi OmuduPublished 3 years ago 3 min read

The first day of school, for many, is a monumental moment in their lives, as it marks the beginning of a new academic year and a new adventure in educational growth. It is an opportunity to meet new friends, learn exciting things, and make memories that last a lifetime. However, it can also be an overwhelming and daunting experience, especially for young children.

I remember my first day at school like it was yesterday. The night before, I prepared for the big day by organizing my school supplies and picking out my outfit. I wanted to make sure that I looked my best and was prepared for anything that would come my way.

As I entered the school gates, I was met with a flurry of activity. I saw parents dropping off their children, some obviously nervous, while others were excitedly saying goodbye. The atmosphere was electric, and I could feel my heart pounding with anticipation and excitement.

As I made my way to my classroom, I noticed that the building was filled with vibrant colors and happy chatter emerging from the classrooms. When I arrived at my classroom, my teacher gave me a warm welcome, and I immediately felt more relaxed. She had a calm demeanor that made me feel at ease.

The classroom was filled with other kids who were excitedly chatting and waving hello. I felt a mixture of excitement and anxiousness as I interacted with the other children. I was surrounded by new faces and unfamiliar surroundings, but as we started our icebreakers, I began to comprehend the importance of the day.

My teacher asked us to introduce ourselfs individually in front of the class, at first I was shy buh later on when it got to my turn I did and they welcomed me warmly I never knew first days at school would be so fun

We played games like "Two Truths and a Lie," which allowed us to learn interesting things about each other. It gave me a sense of belonging as I realized that I was not alone, and that the other kids were also a bit nervous, nervous in the sense that it was their first day Also. The icebreakers accompanied by the guidance of our teacher helped everyone to relax and feel more confident on our first day of school.

After the introduction games, our teacher assigned us to our seats and went through the first lesson of the day

. It was a quick and straightforward introduction to the school's schedule, and it helped us to understand what was expected of us for the rest of the day.there were lot of works since it was the first day ,we were given tons of homework’s and assignments to do during our leisure times at home

Throughout the day, we were introduced to new subjects, and by the end of the day, my mind was buzzing with excitement and enthusiasm for the rest of the year. As we made our way out of the classroom, I was surrounded by new friends who I knew would make for amazing companions on this journey.

In conclusion, my first day at school was an unforgettable experience, one that would set the tone for the rest of my school life. It taught me the importance of being brave, confident, and never being afraid to take on new challenges cause I was really proud of my perspective of the school after my first experience on my first day. Most importantly, it taught me the value of making new friends and appreciating the beauty of learning I think it’s a day I would never forget.

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