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I moved this summer, and I’m very nervous about starting a new school.

 

Dear Nervous,

That’s understandable. But you’ve made friends before and you’ll do it again. Say “hi,” smile, remember name, don’t talk too much about how great your old friends are and sign up for after-school activities—theater, newspaper, sports. Working with others on projects or in teams makes for easier bud-bonding opportunities. And in your attempt to be social, don’t let your schoolwork slip. Talk to teachers if you feel lost or if you’re at a different level than the rest of your class.

 

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BY CAROL WESTON ON 7/21/2011 8:00:00 AM

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I'm really nervous about starting middle school next year.(7th) I'm trying to be prepared for it but i'm so lost! I haven't really ahd to make new friends since iv'e never moved. What are some tips for making new friends?And in the middle school I will go to every friday they go to this movie theator and hang out. I'm so nervous! What if i dont make friends? I did make one today in chorus with this new girl but it was so awkward talking!!! I will still have some of my old friends but I get really annoyed by them now. Please help!




Hey babe, 




I promise you will make new friends next year. Even though you will have a lot of awkward conversations the first couple of weeks of school, you will eventually find people who share similar interests - there will be tons of new kids in chorus and in your classes! As for making new friends, just be friendly. Smile at people and compliment them! That can get any conversation going. Don't stress about it too much yet - after all, you have an entire year! xoxox 
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by highschool1 on 10/24/2011 2:06:56 PM

 
 

Mod mod mod I just moved, and even though I've done it before but this time is different. I'm always anxious for school and I'm just so lonely. Frown I've never felt like this before. I've started fearing lunch because I don't have anyone to sit with. I just can't seem to stop crying either. Please help me! I'm at the point where I am thinking about a therapist. Ha I'm even crying as I write this. Please help

 

Hey missy, it might be best to talk to a therapist just to see what's going on. Sounds like you're going through a difficult time and someone professional would defintely be able to help you. AWW I hope you feel better girly!!!!!!!!!! Smile Smile Smile 

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by webone1 on 9/7/2011 8:33:40 PM

 
 

hey! recently i became an advice queen! need advice on everything school? maybe you're having trouble with one of your honor classes and don't know how to handle it. or maybe you keep getting distracted in class by a cute guy! whatever your question i'd be happy to answer!!!!!!!

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by 86cutie on 8/19/2011 11:00:32 AM

 
 

hey! recently i became an advice queen! need advice on everything school? maybe you're having trouble with one of your honor classes and don't know how to handle it. or maybe you keep getting distracted in class by a cute guy! whatever your question i'd be happy to answer!!!!!!!

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by 86cutie on 8/19/2011 10:58:54 AM

 
 

I have lived in Ohio for a little over a year now. Last summer my 'rents gave me a choice if i wanted to go back to Catholic School again for one more year i did because i knew my friends would be heartbroken if i just suddenly didn't come back. So this year i am going to public school i am afraid that i will be in shock. People are telling me don't worry about it you will be fine. but that only makes me worry more and i hate worrying. Frown

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