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Starting High school!!!
I am starting high school and i am really nervous! Does anyone have any tips or things they want to share? It can be about friends, boys, hair, clothes, grades, teachers, anything! I need lots of advice because I am very worried! Thanks!
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I will be a junior this fall and really there's nothing special about highschool, I'm more excited about college, get on with building up my nursing career, but enough about me.
Friends> This really important. Most kids make their four year friends in the first few months of freshman year. Not all, but some. You wanna pick the friends that you think have good values and won't distract you from your school work. And try to go to them, not let them come to you. I made this mistake in my freshman year. I got into the wrong crowd. My best friends were a theif/liar and a slut. I never did anything though, I just hanged out with them. However last year the slut left and I stopped hanging out with the other one. Know I have the coolest and way nice friends. Remember just because some kids are the rebels, cool kids you know, doesn't mean it's good to get into their crowd.
Boys> Once again like friends. Try to make friends with them. They are a lot easier to get along with than girls. Stay away from the ones who are saying anything to get your heart, but have a reputation of being a player. Most freshmen guys won't be like this, it's most likely to be the older students. And also don't try to keep up with the crowd by kissing and ect; just because everyone else is doing it. Remember if you get into a relationship don't let it distract it from your studies. A lot of students get into this situation in high school.
Hair&Clothes> Just dress how you want to dress. Some people go all sterotype in high school, some dress slutty, some dress sophisticated(in a teenager way lol). Me? I try to dress maturely with a chick twist. Magazines like CosmoGirl!, Seventeen, and TeenVogue have tons of back to school articles about clothes and hair and makeup. Remember there are enough trashy girls in high school, we don't need another one.
Grades> Probably the most important part in high school that no one really remembers. This is your final step to building a career and starting your life. Yes, there are lots of..distractions, but you have to be serious when it's time to work. Don't slack off or you will wind up in summer school or repeating the year. (I had summer school for math freshman year, NOT FUN) Remember I'm not saying not to have a life, but just make sure you put a lot of effort into your studies. Don't stress too much though, freshmen are not expected to be perfect, I mean you are just ajusting to a new school and all.
Teachers> Don't be a teachers pet, but don't be a jerk either. One the first day you will get a lecture about the course and materials to bring. Be sure to bring those materials everyday, teachers hateee when you aren't prepared. Make sure your work is done in time and you arrive to class on time. Math is really important to get to each day because every day builds on yesterdays lessson. Take lots of notes and have some sort of organizer than you can write due dates and quiz/test dates. Remember if you are slacking in a subject or want more credit for a certain course, take advantage of extra credit. Either do the assigned or ask. Teachers won't mind. They'd actually be happy you want to do better.
-Take advantage of sports or clubs. It's a great way to meet new people who are interested in things you are.
-Try doing some volunteering with your high school. This is great for college applications and gets you ready for the real world.
Be wary of peer pressure. Stay away from drugs and certain parties that you know will have some bad "things" going on at it.
For my final piece of advice: Remember to be yourself. Don't change for anyone. Some say high school days are the best days of your life (I have to disagree though). Just make the best of it. Pay close attention to your work, have fun with friends, and make good judgement.
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High school is nothing to worry about. Really.
Friends. Just talk to people around you. Make small talk. Join a club or a sport. Its really not that hard. Oh, and don't try to be best friends with all the upperclassmen. They'll probably hate you just for being an annoying freshman. Keep your distance. And, don't go walking around like you know everyone and you're so popular. Everyone will hate you.
Hair. Do whatever you feel like, I guess. The hair issue is really not too different from middle school.
Clothes. Wear whatever you want. DON'T dress like a slut. Don't wear really short skirts/shorts and everything. That'll attract the wrong crowd and make everyone else hate you. Wear whatever you're comfortable with/
Grades. I honestly thought freshmen year was pretty easy. Do your homework. That can really boost your grade. Study for exams in advance. Don't wait until the last minute to cram it all in it. I did that, and I didn't do horribly, but I could've done so much better. Don't forget to study for normal tests, do all the work, and extra credit if its offered. Again, not too different from middle school.
Teachers. They may be a bit tougher than middle school. It really depends on who you have. Whatever you do, don't get on their bad side. Don't be a smartass and piss the teacher off. They more than likely will hate you for that, and your grade probably will suffer. Most teachers like it when you participate in class and show you're working really hard. That can count for a lot when its time to put the grades in and you're .2% away from an A. They just may boost it up the next grade higher. But, don't be a suck up.
The people are a lot different than middle school. Hopefully, they're much more mature and there's less drama. But, the rules for homework and teachers still apply. Nothing has really changed in that department.
Don't go in there freaking out. RELAX! Pretend like you know what you're doing, even if you don't. Honestly, there's absolutely nothing to worry about. Good luck!
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there is NOTHING to be worried about. i was so nervous my first day of highschool i almost fell down the stairs. but you get used to everything really quickly. you have a lot more freedom but your teachers will expect more out of you also. your schedule will probably be a lot different (depending on your school) but you will get everything down in no time. and highschool isnt like in the movies. the seniors wont pick on you or make fun of you. the older kids pretty much just ignore the freshmen.if you get lost or need help with something dont be afraid to ask a nearby teacher for help. that is thier job and they are more than willing to help out.
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Don't be worried. High school is fun as long as you stay out of drama. Don't start it and don't get involved. There's nothing to worry about because everyone is nice & you are going to meet a lot of good people there.
My school, there's many great understanding teachers.. but do not think whatever friendship you build with them, is going to cover up any absents/tests/etc. Some teachers will seem rude but they obviously don't want to deal with crap and they want to teach you. Those will be your best teachers who will push you to do great. Try to get close with at least two teachers, because it's always good.. if you need like teacher recommendations or someone to talk to.. or get tutoring from. I'm not a great student but I was friends with nearly all my teachers and we created a good bond, and I had lots of fun that year.
Don't copy work or go online to get essay help because they have a website that tracks down those things. You might get suspended for that. Always write things in your own words and don't let anyone copy you. The teacher will always find out somehow and you both will get in trouble.
Boys? Some of them are mature while others are still growing up. Stay away from the senior guys because they won't stick around. I'm not trying to be mean but seniors only go out with freshmen for one reason. Next year they are going off to college, so don't think much about them. Be friends with them but nothing more. Have fun and don't worry about them too much. There's a lot of guys you can hang out with and date.
On some of your classes, which you need to find out.. what counts more.. homework or tests. Because then your class will become easier for you. In my language class, homework counted a lot more and quizzes were slightly less. So I ALWAYS did my homework. For math, homework was not as important as tests. If you have weighted grading in your math class, study hard on your tests because one bad test score will bring your Letter grade down. Remember to have fun in your classes and always ask for help. I didn't and I failed my first year. I'm behind in credits. At least try to pass all your classes with a B or a C... you need a certain amount of credits to pass high school.
For hair, if you have PE in the morning... then you should wash your hair at night so it dries & you could put whatever product you want in it. PE will most likely ruin hair from running and cold weather. You may have to take a swimming course too, so don't waste your time straightening your hair [if you do]
Clothes. Don't wear tank tops because some teachers are strict about dress codes. If you must wear one, then wear another one over it. Layering clothing will keep you safe. Also, if you have long hair.. it's easy to cover up tiny straps. Don't wear tiny skirts because teachers will stop you and ask you to put your hands down.. You will get sent to office to change, sometimes escorted too.. If it happens again, you may get a detention.
Well, you will find everything out on your own.
Have a fun year. Don't stress out.
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Hey!
Ok, i really only have 1 word for you, CHILL! High School isnt that big of a deal. You really have no reason to worry, everything will turn out fine, i can tell you that now! Remember what is was like going into middle school? well high school is going to be almost the same, except you'll be a little older. You and your friends will become much closer in high school, and you will probably learn who are your true friends are. You're probably going to make tons of new friends, including guys, some of whom may turn into boyfriends.. High schools great because most of the gossip stops. People mature, and i have enjoyed my high school years way more then middle school! Some teachers may seem mean, evil or whatever, but if you study and work hard, they will appreciate it, and treat you with more respect.
There really isnt much to say, except, have fun, and be yourself! =]
If you have any other questions, or you want to talk, feel free to drop a question by my inbox!
♥ April
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teachers: they don't take your shit haha so just sit there quietly and do your work
boys: immature and will probably stick to their group, but that will change throughout high schoool.
friends: change. Old bffs can change a LOT! Try to have a close circle of friends that will care for you and about you cause if you pick "popular" ones, they aren't really your friends. that's cliche but it's also the truth. I can tell you that from expierence.
hair: uhm..nothing really your hair is your hair?
Grades: might go down. be careful haha
CAFETERIA: BE CAREFUL. do not throw food like behind you or something because you WILL end up hitting someone and they WILL end up stuffing pizza in your face. Not exgarrating. If older kids cut you in line, LET THEM CUT. you will get to do it when you're older so just let it go
even though that sounds kind of scary, the most of high school is so much fun..I had a lot of fun in my classes with my friends it's great you will love it :)
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