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No time to snooze, that's the tardy bell Jane's Journal Saturday, August 26, 2006 And we're back! It's time for me to trade in my beach bag for a book bag, exchange my Lakeside summer pass for a Student ID and remind myself not to hit the "snooze" button on my alarm clock. The next time a bell sounds I won't be skipping for the ice cream man, but scurrying to get to English class on time. Yes, indeed, the new school year is already knocking at my door and, surprisingly, I can hardly wait.One of the things I look forward to most about the first day of school is how everything is brand new. Whether it's a notebook, classroom, an attitude or even a fresh No. 2 pencil, the idea of starting off with a "clean slate" gives me confidence for the upcoming year. As a sophomore, I will be given the chance to take a few courses I've never experienced. For instance, in my second block chemistry class I will be discovering what really makes those beakers bubble and what Fe represents in the Periodic Table. Another positive aspect I am looking forward to is that I am officially no longer a "rookie." That's right, the torch of youth has been passed. Now that I am a seasoned veteran of GHS, I'll be expected to help find classrooms, open jammed lockers and most importantly welcome the class of 2010 to GHS. I am also anticipating the returns of weekends to their treasured status, especially those Friday nights when a home football game is on the schedule. What could be better than spending a cool summer night at Van Dyke Field with a big crowd cheering our team to victory as the horn section of the Marching Streaks blasts out "The Silver and the Gold" from across the field? Yes, for the eleventh time in my life, school has begun. My spare time is no longer spare, my crossword puzzles will soon be replaced with chemistry formulas, and my leisurely breakfast will go from a slow bowl of Lucky Charms to a barely defrosted, out-the-door Eggo. I will once again be playing beat the clock to accomplish all the deadlines, homework assignments and activities while trying to keep my hair looking somewhat presentable. Bring it on!
Jane Simkins is a sophomore at Galesburg High School.
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