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Even though the school year is quickly winding down for most students, there’s one thing that won’t be taking in a restful summer- your brain! I know, it’s a cliché, but nobody ever really stops learning. Hey, that’s not a bad thing, either! After all, whether you’re in class, working with your math tutor, or working at your summer job, there’s always something to learn more about. Today, we’ll take a look at some of the ways you can learn a little in the summer while having a good time.

Find a New Hobby
There’s no better time than the summer to take up a new hobby. It doesn’t have to be the first thing you’d think of, in fact, if you pick something completely random that’s always interested you, you’ll have even more to learn! Maybe you’ve always had a passing interest in gardening, or bird watching, or surfing- anything that’s always interested you! Pick something and really find out all about it. Go to the library, search the internet and talk to people who know more about your new hobby than you do. You’ll feel like you accomplished something, and you may just make some new friends in the process.

Catch Up, or Pull Ahead!
Even though you don’t have to go to school, the summer can be a great time to catch up with the students in your grade level, or to master the skills you’ve already started to learn. It’s important to keep your brain sharp so you don’t forget everything you worked so hard to learn during the school year, so meeting with a tutor or working with a tutoring service in the summer is a great idea. Of course, I would suggest an online tutor due to the ease and convenience involved. Plus, an online tutor can “travel with you” when you go on vacation or visit family that lives far away! Working on school subjects during the summer may not seem like the most fun idea, but you’ll be happy you did when you don’t have any frustration adjusting to school again in the fall!

Get Involved!
Summer is also a great time to get involved in your community. Summer sports, volunteer organizations, and clubs are wonderful ways to have fun while boosting your standing with colleges and employers (they both love extracurricular activities) and learn a new thing or two. Without having school every day, you’ll finally have more time to help out around the community or take in new experiences. Try to use this opportunity to do things that will not only provide a good time, but that will also look good on a college application or a resume. When you apply to a college, or start looking for a career, the fact that you used your free time to better yourself (and those around you) will be noticed!

Remember, even when you’re not a student, you’re still a learner. Try to learn new things whenever possible, and have as many positive new experiences as you can. Your experiences will make you a better student as well as a better person. Here’s to a happy, fun and productive summer!