Out into the World The final day of school is a memorable occasion for every student. However, students need a lot more than just academic skills to succeed out in the world. So, what important life lessons should we remember when we leave school?

Be ready to fail!

Failure can be difficult to accept but it’s also part of life so you need to find some way to pick yourself up and carry on. Life isn’t always going to be smooth sailing, so be prepared for things to go wrong! In fact, failure shows us how we can do better. Someone who never makes mistakes, after all, will never learn anything new!

Keep learning

Learning is a life-long process and doesn’t stop when you walk out of the school gates. The aim of education isn’t just to teach students information and knowledge, but to create a long-lasting passion for learning and the foundation and structure for future development. Students who are keen on learning carry this throughout their lives, giving them skills and techniques required to succeed in any area.

Push yourself

Remember, no one has ever done anything amazing without taking risks. So don’t be afraid to try something new. Even if you think you’ve found your dream job, it’s worth exploring new avenues and different options. Take as many opportunities as you can to meet people from different backgrounds to you. Remember that although exams are essential, as you get older it’s how well-rounded your character is that really makes a difference.

2 Complete the sentences with words/phrases from the text. Then arrange the statements in the order that you believe is most important in life. Discuss with your partner.

1 When facing difficulty you have to…………. And carry on to overcome your problems.

2 Making ……………. Is an essential part of learning and growing as a person.

3 Learning is a(n) …………..process that continues after we leave education.

4 Never be afraid to…………………and take risks in life.

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Dear Helen,

How are the things going on? Did something new happen in your life? Having received your letter, I wanted to answer it immediately but I was working a lot during the last two weeks. So I was pressed for time and did not manage to carry out my intentions.

In my country spring has already set. It is quite warm and really sunny all days long. Being at work I always imagine myself strolling down some parks. I wish you could join me! It would be funny! Some days ago my friend advised me to read a very interesting book. I did it and I would like you to know this author. Are you ready to read good literature?

Tell me more about your work and free time. Are you satisfied with all this? What are your plans for this summer? Maybe we will be able to meet one day?

Truly yours,

Jessica

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Дорогая Хелен,

Как ты поживаешь? Есть что-нибудь новенькое? Я хотела сразу же ответить на твое письмо, но в последние две недели у меня было много работы. Времени не хватало, чтобы осуществить свои планы.

У нас уже пришла весна. На улице тепло и солнечно целый день. Во время работы я постоянно представляю себя гуляющей по различным паркам. Я бы хотела, чтобы ты составила мне компанию. Было бы весело! Несколько дней назад подруга посоветовала мне почитать интересную книгу. Я ее прочла и хотела бы познакомить тебя с этим автором. Ты готова читать хорошую литературу?

Расскажи мне больше о работе и отдыхе. Тебя все устраивает? Какие у тебя планы на лето? Может, мы как-нибудь встретимся?

Всегда твоя,

Джессика

My favorite activity is volleyball. To play volleyball, you need: comfortable clothes, a ball and people with whom you will play. In this game, two teams compete on the site, separated by a grid. The goal of the game is to send the ball through the net to touch the opponent's court. And then to prevent such attempts of the enemy. I probably like this sport because, firstly, it is a team sport, and secondly, the minimum number of injuries, as well as the rules are simple.

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Думаю сам сможешь проверить:):)