The transition to middle school can be a challenging time for students. They will have more social and academic responsibilities. Middle school can be a great experience despite all the changes.
The Social Scene
You might be worried that you won’t fit in with other kids or make friends. You’re not the only one who feels anxious about making new friends and socializing. These tips will allow you to find fun, loyal friends and enjoy your middle school years.
Take a tour of the city
Making new friends is easier when you are open to meeting students that you don'’t know. You shouldn’t be shy to introduce yourself, smile and make new friends. You will find that other children are more willing to meet you if you appear approachable. Ask simple questions or give compliments about the style of other kids to start a conversation. Introduce the new kids you' have met to your friends.
Keep your old friends close
You shouldn’t be so focused on making new friends that your old friendships are forgotten. You have known these kids for years and are still friends. Maintain both old and new friendships to expand your social network. If you want to help your friends stay connected, keep something simple on all the time. This could be a matching bracelet color or pens. When you discover a cool new pen, make sure to grab extras so that your friend can use them when she comes by.
Pursue your interests.
There are a lot of extracurricular opportunities at middle schools. You can choose from a range of activities that suit your interests. Joining clubs, sports or activities after school can help you to meet new people with similar interests. These groups help you get used to middle school and are fun.
Let your happy self shine
As you walk around the school, try to maintain a friendly attitude. You can start a discussion with someone who is introducing themselves if you do not know them. Ask someone to join you in a luncheon or to join a group that shares your interests. What could possibly go wrong? You might not become friends. No problem, you will not be friends to everyone you meet.
Find Your Niche
Middle school may offer more classes to choose from, so you can select a few you are sure you will enjoy. You can, for instance, take music classes in a choir, band or orchestra. You can take a drawing class if that’s your thing. Take a class in shop if you enjoy building things. You will not be bored and can enjoy the class because you are doing something that you love.
I care for you
You can make the most friends by being yourself. You can show your true self by being yourself, rather than dressing or acting a certain manner to please others. When you know your friends like you, you can be confident that you have made the right choice. Leave little notes in places you use frequently, such as your dresser or closet. This will help to build your confidence. Write down one thing you love about yourself every day on a sticky-note and place it in a secret location. You',;ll be able to boost your confidence by constantly being reminded of all the great things about yourself.
Making it through higher education
Middle school will be harder and have more homework. Here are some tips that will help you excel academically.
Make Your Voice Count
Participation in class is important, even if you feel uncomfortable talking. It helps both you and the other students understand concepts. You can ask the teacher questions and raise you hand to participate in games or discussions. You will find it easier to complete your homework and maintain good grades if you understand the material. You can have a friendly competition with your friends by tracking how often you speak in class. Then, at the end the day, you can compare the scores of each of your friends. Consider a fun reward that the losers can give to the winner, such as carrying their books or buying them lunch.
Learn Secretarial
Take notes to help you remember everything that you’ve learnt. It helps you focus on the class and not drift into daydreams. Use class note to speed up your homework or help you study for tests and major projects. You can create a shortcut to help you take notes faster. Try using emojis or the first letters of words instead of writing them out.
Make Homework a Priority
Even if sports or other extracurricular activities are taking up your time, you still have to focus on being a student. Every day, set aside a time to complete your homework. Choose a quiet place and avoid distractions. If you prepare yourself for success, doing homework won'’t be as tedious.
Put in the effort to learn
Make a habit of finding a style of study that you enjoy. Join a group of students or make flashcards to help you retain the information. By creating a group message and taking turns answering questions, you can make your study groups even more enjoyable. Everyone will give a boost to the social media of the first person who answers correctly. Tests are a great way for teachers and parents to know if their students have understood the lesson. However, you shouldn’t be stressed out by tests. They don't always determine your fate.
It takes a village
Don'’t wait until it is too late to ask for help. You can get help in many ways. You can ask questions in class or after class. You can also ask friends for assistance, or you could even see if parents will help set up a tutor. Online sources are a good place to find help with your homework, but you should also consider local tutors.
All in One Place
Your life is more complicated than ever. New classes, more work and extracurricular activities are all part of the picture. Stay organized all year long and your life will seem less overwhelming.
Notes at their Place
If you use spiral notebooks, keep the notes of each class apart from those in other classes. Or, use one binder that has dividers per class. Use matching spiral notebooks for each class. You can then look over all notes and homework before the test. Spread an elastic band horizontally, and a vertically over your notebook. If you slip, the notebook or binder will not spill and slide.
Plan Ahead
You may be given an academic planner by your school to help you stay organized. Most stores sell them, which are also called agendas, if your school doesn’t. Printing out the calendars by day, month, or week and staple them in a cute folder is also a great way to create one. Use your smartphone'’s calendar app to organize and track everything in your life. Include all your social events, games, homework, test dates, and project deadlines in one place. If you have everything organized, you’ll feel less stressed and enjoy more free time.
Prepare yourself
Don’t forget to take all of the necessary supplies with you. You can store extra supplies in a shelf or compartment of your locker. When you run short of pens or pencils you can move them into your binder. Ask your teacher if he or she can store some extra supplies for you in the classroom. This way, you’ll know exactly where to find your supplies.
Keep it Clean
It is important to keep your locker organized. You will find it easier to quickly locate what you need. Select a specific spot for materials and place them back there each time. Organize your locker with shelves and containers. Drawstring bags are great for separating supplies according to class when you have hooks on your locker. Separately place your notebook, pens, and books for each class into a bag. You can then grab the bag needed and hang the previous one when you switch classes.
Challenge Time
Middle school is a great time, but there are also new challenges. These tips will help you to manage your challenges.
Bullying is not tolerated
Bullying can be a major drag on school. There are ways you can stop bullying or at least make it more bearable. You can ask your parents, teachers, or counselors for help if you’re being bullied.
Ask your friends for help.
Chase Crushes
Most likely, you’ve noticed who the cute people are in your class. These feelings are normal. Just remember to be open-minded. Rejection can be painful at first, but you should move on. This is especially true if you are involved in a busy social life. Middle school romances aren’t meant for long-term relationships, though they can last. So don’t be too upset if your relationship with a boy or girl doesn't pan out.
Don’t be a lemming
You may learn that other children are drinking, smoking or taking drugs. You may be asked to take part by some of your friends. If you are uncomfortable, think twice before agreeing. If you feel that your friends are trying to influence you to make a decision you don’t agree with, you should stand your ground.
Be open to Change
Remember that everyone is also changing. By taking care of yourself, you can make the changes in your body less embarrassing. Showering regularly, wearing clean clothing, and using deodorant are all ways to do this. Discuss any concerns about your body with a trusted adult or close friend.
Locker Room Etiquette
You may be feeling a little uncomfortable because this might be the first time you have regularly stripped off in front other kids of your age. The other children may feel the same way as you and aren’t paying much attention to your discomfort. You may want to use a bathroom stall that is closed or keep a towel with you as you get dressed and undressed if you are feeling uncomfortable. If you aren’t brave enough to shower, you should keep deodorant wipes and dry shampoo with you in your locker.
Middle School Survival and Success
Take control and make your middle school experience great. These tips will help you to thrive in middle school, and not simply survive.
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