How to Get Though the Freshman Year of High School
If the thought of starting your freshman year causes you to feel anxious, you're not alone. Nearly everyone starting their first year of high school feels a combination of excitement and concern. By preparing for these changes in advance, you'll have an easier time adjusting, and before long, who knows--you may even like it.
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Be prepared mentally for the changes. High school will be bigger, your school day will move along faster, and the work is bound to be tougher. You'll know in advance the areas where you need to work harder.
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Orient yourself to the layout of the school in advance if possible. Walk through the building in the spring for your class orientation, and then again when you have your school schedule. Knowing where your classes are will be a big load off your mind.
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Check out the high school yearbook to get a good look at the teachers and possibilities for extracurricular activities. You may even recognize a few upperclassmen (It's always good to have friends in higher places.)
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Get involved as much as you can. One of the benefits of high school is that you have more opportunities for extracurricular activities, which can help boost your self-esteem outside of your classes and introduce you to new people.
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Ask your parents for help when planning your schedule. If you have a vague idea of what you want to do after high school (attend college or a trade school or start working right away), you can make sure your classes start you on the right track.
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Realize that as freshmen, you (as a class) are considered the bottom of the barrel. Remember, though, that you won't be there forever, and someday you'll be the older, wiser student.
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Build in some time for a creative outlet during the day. Sign up for art or music classes if they're available.
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minimania123
Aug 06, 2008
great article! :D -
minimania123
Aug 06, 2008
great article! :D
