K-Pop Back to School Daze

Summer break is fading like a Polaroid picture.  Going back to school is like a K-Pop comeback – packed with electrifying highs and late night lows. Some fun classes, old rivalries, maybe even a crush you haven't seen since last year. Whether you're excited or nervous, all those feelings are real!

Here are some of our favorite tips for stans to amke the most of going back to school:

Tip #1 - Gear Up Your Mood!

K-Pop Backpack | K-Pop Merchandise Ditch the boring bag and bring happy sparks of joy to your day: rock a backpack featuring your fave group or bias. Notebooks, pens, folders – deck them out with official K-Pop merch! Each glance at your Jin-tastic notebook will fuel your inner ARMY for an A+.

Tip #2 - Stay Organized, Slay Stress:

K-Pop Desk Calendars | Planners & Apps

• Don't let homework hit you like a surprise drop. Keep track of schedules and deadlines with planners featuring your bias or favorite bands.

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Tip #3 - Make School a Fan Meeting:

• Join the Club: Feeling shy or just want to make connections instantly? Start or join a K-Pop fan club! Stans love to share their love for music, learn dances, and make new friends who understand your fan- feels.
  

• Get Involved: Join other clubs, sports, or volunteer opportunities that spark your passion. It's not just for anyone but you. Find something you like and who knows what you'll discover.
  

Tip #4 - Grin through the Grind:

• Wireless Earbuds: Study for History listening to EXO's History! Invest in a pair of cool earbuds to blast your K-Pop motivation anthems during study sessions.
  

• Download Brain.FM for some science-backed beats for focus.
  

• Don't Be Afraid to Ask for Help: Struggling with a class? Feeling overwhelmed? Don't be afraid to ask for help from teachers, parents, or friends. Remember: teamwork makes the dream work.
  

Tip #5 - Self-Care is Self-Love:

Self-care doesn't have to be overwhelming! Forget perfection, try a few steps at a time or pick one weekly, K-Pop inspired challenge:

• Get 8 hours of sleep (with silk pajamas and a mask)

• Hydrate with a water botle you want to put your lips on

• Meditate or relax (BrainFM)
  

You Got This!

K-Pop fam, school might be a rollercoaster. Try to remember that the best performance takes practice and mistakes are part of learning. And you gotta celebrate your achievements as you go! With a sprinkle of fun and a dose of self-care, you can rock it. ( 파이팅, pronounced [pʰaitʰiŋ] or Hwaiting! Fighting!) ✨