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This year I'm in seventh grade at a magnet school filled with way smarter kids. What if I forgot everything I learned last year and seem really stupid?

I'm SO nervous!

~not so-smart

Hey girl,

I'm sorry to hear that you're not feeling super confident about this new academic year. I've gotta say that I'm no stranger to back to school woes but just about every girl AND guy is in the same boat you are right now. It's been a long summer filled with the beach, friends, and maybe even a hottie from the pool...but, babe, there's really not much wrong with that at all.

I know for a fact that your school won't test you on a bunch of info you learned last year and expect you to remember it all. For example, I started school last week and in my advanced placement math class we're doing a bunch of review from last year's material. Our teacher even assumed we had forgotten it all! So there ya have it; teachers don't have some crazy expectations of ya just yet.

Your school sounds competitive and I can relate. But that doesn't mean those other kids are smarter than you are! If you want to feel like you fit in better, then make this your most successful year ever. But I think that your school experience is what you make of it. If you're having fun balancing time with your friends and great teachers and classes, what else could you hope for?

This year is nothing to fret about. Let it be your best one yet and don't let something as silly as nerves get in the way, girlie. I wish you the best of luck!

<3 Miliana

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BY CAITLIN R. ON 9/17/2009 7:00:00 AM 39 COMMENTS

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Help! last year I was in gifted and talented services ( for really smart poeple), and this year they just give us a list of activities for us to maybe sign up for. ( chess club, wordmasters, Destination Imagination...)Well, I signed up for some stuff and when I got a pass to go to the gifted and talented room, my friend who isn't in gifted and talented just said 'Have fun at the geek convention!' and laughed. I know she was just joking, But whenever I tell her about my advanced math class she says 'oh, the math class with all the geeks?' and it's really starting to hurt my feelings. What should I do?

Hey girl, you should never feel bad for being in advanced classes. Don't sweat what she says and don't doubt how great it is you have brains. Be confident and just rub it off. Laugh with her and then go on to class. Chances are she's just a li'l jealous so be careful not to be a show-off, that's all.

xoxo

Alyssa B.

cheytai on 10/29/2009 8:13:41 PM

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2.say your moms name 5><'s
3.say your crushes name3><'sa
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samm213 on 10/12/2009 1:18:03 PM

. Say ur name 10x
2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this in 4 other spots, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday

pmr123 on 10/11/2009 3:47:03 PM

1. Say ur name 10x
2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this in 4 other spots, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday!

tatertot71798 on 10/8/2009 5:49:25 PM

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I'm 13 years old, and in the 7th grade. I'm also a vegetarian, and a rather strict one at that.
I found out from my 9th-grade brother that this year, later on, in my science class we're required to dissect 3 things: a worm, frog, and starfish.
Obviously, I'm not going to do it. It's 100% against what I believe in (though my beliefs are neither religious nor shared by my family). Unfortunately, it's mandatory, and very important for the grade I get.
Although I still have a while to go, I need to plan ahead.
I don't want to fail science, but I really don't want to go through with it. It will eat at my conscious forever.
Please help!
thanks :]

Hey girlie,

One thing that might put you at ease is that even though you have to dissect the animal doesn't mean that you have to kill it. Since it is 100% against what you believe in you need to talk to your science teacher about it and see if there is another project that you could do other than that one. There are also computer programs with animations that let you dissect animals in that way. Offer to do something like that instead. Make sure that you have pointers to back up your argument.

xoxo Keltie

Keltie E.

purplecrazed on 10/5/2009 10:14:22 PM

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i just started high school this year.At first i thought it was easy, but then i couldnt handle it.im failing 4 of my 8 classes and mid quarters came out last week.i dont know what to do because i dont want to have to repeat the classes over.
PlEASE HElP!

Hey girl, high school is a lot to handle but luckily most schools offer free tutoring services. Talk to your guidance counselor and even teachers and give them heads up you need a little extra help. They'll have study tips, tutor connections, and more that'll help you get that A. Remember, these teachers want to help you and see you succeed. No need to be nervous!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

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tang454 on 9/23/2009 3:45:14 PM

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ok i get a TON of homework every night and it takes me sooooo long to do it none of my friends seem to have this problem i am up to 10:30 when i fall asleep on top of my homework so i have to get up at 5 so i can finish it so at school i am exausted i just dont know how to control my homework
please help

Hey girlie,

That's rough! Try to take advantage of time throughout your school day - like homeroom or study hall to do some of your homework. Prioritize and do things that you will be able to finish quickly first. If you have large projects work on small bits of them each night rather than trying to finish it all at one time. Try and do your homework in a place where you won't get distracted (away from things like the TV or around family), so that all of your attention will be on getting your homework down.

xoxo Keltie

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fabulous on 9/21/2009 10:21:54 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD when it comes to weekend homework, i always procrastinate. i tend to do my weekend homework late sunday night. i've tried reward systems, everything. HELP ME!!!! EEK!

Hey girlie! You're going to have to buckle down. Try laying aside an hour or so every day to get schoolwork done! Make sure you stick to it every day! You'll develop a habit soon enough.

-Taeler

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klj1236 on 9/21/2009 12:50:23 AM

hey dont worry bout it i go to a magnet it school nd i love it!yu'll get used to it dontt worry just be confident!:]

smarty3 on 9/20/2009 8:31:47 PM

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lasagna on 9/19/2009 4:37:22 PM

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I'm a 7th grader and I've been chosen to take a High School Algebra 1 Course. I'm taking it but i also play field hockey, basketball, and softball. I'm in the play, student council, and other clubs. I think that i can do it, but I'm still not sure. I also am not sure if my weight is ok. Most of it is muscle. Please help me!

Hey girl! You are fine! You sound like you have a lot going for you and are very busy! Have confidence in yourself and enjoy 7th grade! Embrace your brains and athleticism! You go girl!

Megan R.

bruin3 on 9/19/2009 10:10:17 AM

I'm at a magnet school too.... it can be tricky but be strong!!!!

milles on 9/18/2009 7:11:56 PM

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hey!!! hows it going??? i just wanted to say hi and thanks for answering any of the questions i ask!!

Hey, no prob babe!

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jwanner on 9/17/2009 10:45:00 PM

Dont be nervous we all feel that way. I get great grades and I sometimes feel like I am not the smartest but when it comes comparing I am always near the top so you may be the same way, maybe you just need some confidence.

I try to get good grades because I want to keep my parents happy and I want to learn as much as I can.

My big problem right now is BOYS, I am starting to think about them in a way that I have never before. I need some action with a hottie or I think I may not make it through this school year. Thats a joke but I do feel like that sometimes.

luckykel on 9/17/2009 10:40:26 PM

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Well I really like this guy, and its seems like he's kinda into me. But its really annoying because when my friend is around she just keeps talking, so I can't talk to him. She likes him, too. The other day I had to present a project and he's just like "Your presenting today?" so I said yeah and he's just like "Cool!". He also glances at me and we catch eachothers eye for like 5 seconds. We also talk a lot! Do you think he likes me? Also what should I do about my friend? Please answer! Thanks!

Hey, I think you should work things out with your friend before anything happens with the guy. A guy is never worth losing a great friendship over!

katelin s.

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jwanner on 9/17/2009 9:40:46 PM

i know how she feels! it's especially really stressful when you're trying to do well, but there are all these kids that you go to school with that are thousands of times smarter than you are!!!

sunflowerlicious on 9/17/2009 9:21:31 PM

I'm in the 8th grade and I'm taking 9th grade level classes,so yeah it's really stressing.

actress96 on 9/17/2009 8:40:32 PM

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Help! The guy I like and likes me just called me and I couldn't pick up the phone. Should I call back?

Hey girl, sounds like a good idea. Just tell him you're returning his call, and you'll be fine!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

candieheartsgirl on 9/17/2009 7:33:53 PM

MOD MOD MOD anyway, i have three besties and i think that they don't want to be my friend anymore! here are the signs: one, they ignore me in an conversation pretending like im not there, but not super obviously. two, they don't tell me any of their secrets, but they tell each other. three, two of them had a sleepover last weekend without thinking to invite me (my third bff lives really far away and can never go to sleepovers)and posted it all over facebook making it really obvious, they do that often. four, they always say they have stuff to do when i invite them over after school, just to hang out not sleepover. and five, at after school clubs or other places, when one of my bffs is with me and the other is in a different room, they text each other and try to cover it up that their not texting each other but its obvious, and i think they are talking about me or secrets they don't want me to know.
i know secrets they can keep between certain people but we have been friends for a long time and we trust each other. i cant just leave them, because then i will have no friends and my school is pretty small so i cant just make new friends. i don't want to talk to them about all this because then they will just cover it up and make it huge drama, i know they will, and it will just make me feel worse. sorry this is soooo long but i cant stand it anymore and i need some advice, what do i do???? and are they really mad at me/ditching me or am i just looking at stuff too seriously????

Hey girl, you're definitely not taking things too seriously. They're just not being good friends to you. You need to call them out for it gently. You three have a lot of history so you have the right to before ditching them. If they don't care, let them go and get to know some of the other girls at your small school. I know, I know, it was def be hard but those girls will treat you a lot better than your besties are right now. And a bonus? Absence makes the heart grow fonder. When you're gone, your besties may miss you and reach out to you to get you back.

xoxo

Alyssa B.

monopoly on 9/17/2009 7:33:03 PM

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My guy friend asked me out. He said he really likes me. I have a BF so I said no, but I do like him its just that I like my BF more than him and I told him all that too its just that he is making me feel bad cause he seems really sad now. So these are my ?s-
1.What can I do to make him happy again??
2.Should Itell my BF that my/his friend asked me out??

Hey girl, love sure is complicated, huh? My suggestion to make him happy is to just be friends for now. Be careful not to give this guy too much hope in that romance department -- he needs to respect the fact you're off limits for now, but you'd love to be friends. If he asks, don't be afraid to give him space. Sometimes guys just need a little time to get over you, that's all. As for your BF, that's up to you. If you have everything under control, there's no need to tell your guy, it may just get unnecessarily jealous. I'd keep it to yourself unless it's plaguing your conscience. If it is, you should tell your BF. Hope this helps!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

Justalilcrazy on 9/17/2009 6:31:47 PM

That sux, my school is the complete opposite lol so no pressure for me good luck though!

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SportyGal on 9/17/2009 6:22:04 PM

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I like this guy A TON! But from what i heard he doesn't like me that much... he always flirts with me though! I have competition with him too! I want him to know how i feel and like me back but i dont know what to do
HELP PLEASE!!!

Hey girl, be careful you're reading his signals the right way -- he may just be playing you, and no girl deserves to be played. That said, try giving him a taste of his own medicine: flirt back, his style. You'll take him off guard so just wait and see what he'll do as his next move. Good luck!

xoxo

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CLUB GLAMOUROUS! on 9/17/2009 5:53:11 PM

what is a magnet skool, mod?

Hey girl, a magnet school is basically a regular public school with a specialized curriculum (basically area of focus). For example, they might be more science/math-driven or even art driven. Hope this definition helps!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

madx3forever on 9/17/2009 5:50:07 PM

i'm going to a magnet school too.
but it's a public school and the year before i went to a private school soo most of the stuff we're learning is allready review anyway...
:]

reggee on 9/17/2009 4:30:39 PM

Ugh, today I made a complete idiot of myself in U.S History. We were doing this activity where we pasted this sticky notes on the board under the columns House of Reps., Senate, Convention, Goverment branches and I was the ONLY that pasted it on the wrong column becuase I was to busy helping other who didnt know where there own answer went. The teacher called me a Fufu-head............it was HUMILIATING.
But I'm over it now.

iC3CR3aM on 9/17/2009 4:24:41 PM

I usuallyt forget some of the stuff i learned over the year in the summer , but then i get back into the plan and stuff lol

Maddyrox92 on 9/17/2009 3:47:29 PM

good advice! (:

Becca13 on 9/17/2009 3:42:39 PM

Oh it's like skipping a grade all over again... Don't worry, you'll do fine. You wouldn't be there if you couldn't do the work. MOD Hey, if you submit a story to girl talk or advice, how long may if take for it to appear?

It depends. We have to check over everything that we get to make sure it works. Just keep on checking.

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orangeslice on 9/17/2009 3:36:07 PM

Good adviceeeee
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I wish I had the chance to go to one of those schools, but there are none near me! Sadly, I'm stuck with my stupid local middle school!

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