How to Be Popular in Private School

Being popular in school can be fun and is certainly easier than being unpopular. Being popular in private school is similar to popularity in public schools, except that factors such as wealth, status, connections and networking skills become more important.

Instructions

1. Pay attention to overall popularity factors. Students who are popular tend to have irreverent personalities, like to have fun and know how to socialize well with their peers. They surround themselves with a core group of friends and often become popular due to who they know, which is easily compounded by participation in school and community activities.

2. Buck the system. Unfortunately, private schools tend to be slightly homogenized. Students who go against the flow and stand out can become more popular solely on the basis of recognition and uniqueness.

3. Showcase the wealth. In the private school setting, popularity is aided by possessions and wealth. Wearing the right clothing, carrying the right bag and sporting the latest accessories can help you garner that popularity. Highlight wealth by sharing stories of family trips or prize possessions.

4. Know your status. Parents often play up community and regional status, along with other status factors such as an alumni standing. Presenting these factors in the best possible light can help students to further their popularity.

5. Network. A large part of private school popularity is the connections that you form. Parents are likely to network with other alumni, community leaders and other private school supporters. These support systems can aid in a student's popularity too and can help you get to know other students more quickly outside of the school setting.