You will remember your first day of middle school for the rest of your life. Middle school is an exciting place because you will come out of elementary school and will likely meet many new people from other schools. It may happen that you are worried because you do not know how to behave with your old friends, how to make a good impression on new ones and how to manage the school load and the relationship with your new teachers. However, by preparing a little early and entering school with the right attitude, you can make your first day of middle school a memorable experience - in a good way.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Prepare
Step 1. Tidy up your school supplies
Even if your day will not be ruined if you show up to school without a notebook, if you want to make sure your day is perfect, then it is important to have the impression that you have all the school materials at your disposal. You certainly don't want to feel uncomfortable about not being able to attend the lesson or make a bad first impression on your teacher because you forgot to bring what you need. Although the necessary varies from school to school, make sure you have a notebook, perhaps with rings, for each subject, what you need to write or whatever you may need. If your school has given you a list, then you are in luck; otherwise, you need to be prepared to get more information on the first day.
- Make sure you have a sturdy backpack that is also durable. You will be bringing your textbooks on the first day and may need to bring more to do your homework.
- Let's be realistic: on the first day of school, you are unlikely to do much. Usually we get to know each other among classmates, the roll call is made, they present the program and explain what school material to bring. However, if your teachers or school secretaries have told you in advance what you need to bring and are picky about the subject, then you need to show up prepared.
Step 2. Choose how you will dress in advance
Ah, the dress from the first day of school! It is never easy to choose and will likely be something you will remember over the next few years. Fortunately, no one else will actually remember what you bring, as they will all be too focused on their "first day of school" look. That said, you need to make sure you choose something that looks good and fits you and that leaves a good impression without going overboard enough to avoid wearing it in the months to come. The most important thing is to prepare everything aside so as not to stress yourself out to find the perfect outfit in the morning!
- Also consider the time. In many places, the first day of school tends to be unbearably hot. We recommend wearing a nice new pair of jeans, but if it's super hot outside, you'll be too sweaty to enjoy them. Make sure you have a clear alternative plan in mind if you wake up on a hot day.
- Many girls like to talk to their friends. You will feel better wearing a dress if your friends wear it too. That said, you'll do well to make your own decisions!
- Also, make sure you know your school's dress code in advance. You certainly don't want to wear something that is too short or too skimpy and then having to change your clothes at the gym!
Step 3. Get all the information you can about your school
Try to know as much as possible about your school in advance so that you feel more in control of that first day. Go to your school website and look around. You will probably use it a lot this year, so you would do well to take a look at what is published and where it is. Read any manuals or other important information offered. Talk to someone older than you who went to the same school as you. Ask him questions about how to move, how to deal with some teachers, or where to sit in the cafeteria.
- Let's face it: something that won't go will always be there. That said, trying to get as much information as possible will make you feel more comfortable.
- If you already have schedules and study plans, try to talk to older students who have experience with the same professors as you, so you know what to expect.
Step 4. Make sure you follow the school guidelines
Most schools offer orientation, but each is different - some may just show you around, while others may even offer you a bunch of stuff, like a map, timetables, library card and uniform. Take the opportunity to walk to your new school if possible. Following your schedule and map, visit each of your classrooms and lockers, if you have received one, so you know where things are.
- Orientation is likely to include the arrival of pupils from other elementary schools, so it will be easier for you to meet new people. Be friendly and introduce yourself. People will be a little shy, but they will be excited to make new acquaintances. Getting to know more people in advance will allow you to have a better first day of school.
- You can also get to meet or see some of your teachers or the school principal and you will feel better knowing what to expect.
- A lot of people also think their middle school is incredibly huge compared to what they were used to. Visiting earlier than the first day will make her feel less intimidating.
Step 5. Create a good routine for switching between courses if you can
If you are lucky enough to have a map of your school and know where and when all the lessons will be and if you already know where your locker is, you can create a program for switching between classes in advance. This can help you not be late for class and know when is the best time to go to your locker.
Do not go to your locker in the interval between each lesson because you will end up running all over the school. Plan to reach it when you are closest. If you need to carry all the books with you for several lessons, that's fine. Just make sure you have what you need when you need it
Step 6. Get organized
Take out all notebooks, folders, and other school items. Inside the cover of your notebooks and folders, at the top, write the topic for which they are used. If possible, coordinate your subjects by color - for example, math can be blue, English can be pink, and science can be zebra! For each binder, label the side face with the name of the material and decorate the front with pictures to make you smile. Having the necessary items well organized will make the first day less overwhelming.
- You can take notes on loose sheets of paper and then store them in a subject binder or use a notebook - it all depends on what your teacher prefers. If you use a notebook, you can use a large one for multiple subjects or a separate notebook for each topic.
- Put everything in your backpack. Make sure you put pencils, pens, erasers, sharpeners and everything else in a pencil case so they fit together and you don't have to work too hard to find them.
- Find a safe place to put your student certificate, library card, etc. Clean your desk or another area of your room for homework. Make sure there are no distractions around, as you don't want homework to take longer than necessary. Get a calendar and notice board and hang it there.
- If you'd like, get a locker organizer to take to school that can hold a mirror, magnets, pencil holders, and small shelves (although there may already be shelves in your locker). Decide where everything will go before school starts. A messy locker will make you late and get you in trouble.
Step 7. Make a plan with your friends
Talk to friends before school starts and find out if you can go together. If you take the bus, walk or otherwise, you won't need to go alone, as it can sometimes be anxious, so if you don't know where to go, you can help each other. You will feel less lonely if you have your favorite friends on your side.
That said, if you're new to the school district or don't have many friends, don't worry! You are not alone and you will quickly make friends if you have a positive attitude
Step 8. Get some rest the night before
While you may almost find it difficult to sleep the night before middle school, there are a few things you can do to promote rest. A couple of weeks or so before school starts, start getting yourself on a school schedule. Try to go to bed earlier than usual and gradually wake up earlier until you get to the time when you actually have to get up to go to school. Get used to that schedule.
Avoid soda or other caffeinated or sugar-containing drinks the day before school. You certainly don't want to stay up any longer than necessary
Step 9. Be prepared
The night before your first day of school (or any), get your clothes ready for the next day. Wear something beautiful and comfortable, something that makes you feel confident. Be sure to put on socks, shoes, accessories, and anything else you intend to wear. Putting everything in place before the big day can make that early morning a lot more relaxing.
- Pack a lunch if you plan to bring it or make sure you have the money in your bag if you intend to buy it.
- Think ahead about how you will do your hair, if you like something special (but don't overdo it). You certainly don't want to worry about this first day!
- Bring your identity card if you have one, class schedule, your phone and everything else you will need during the day.
Part 2 of 3: Coping with the First Day of School
Step 1. Wake up up to fifteen minutes earlier than necessary
Give yourself at least fifteen extra minutes to make sure you have time to put your things together. The first day can already be a bit stressful and you will feel more relaxed if you can do everything calmly. This extra time will help you perfect your look, you will have enough time for breakfast, for a nice shower and for whatever else you need to start that first day on the right foot.
It's a good idea to tidy up your backpack the night before school to make sure you have all the supplies you need. You will be able to save time in the morning, so you will be able to not rush everything
Step 2. Make sure you know where to go first
You need to find out where the first lesson or the lecture hall is instead of wandering through the halls of your middle school. If you get lost, however, just ask a teacher, employee, or even an older student for help. It is important to know where you are headed so that you don't wander aimlessly or miss something important. It is likely that you will have to go to the lecture hall right away, where you can meet your teacher and you will be given important information about your day.
While it is important to have a plan, you also don't have to worry if things don't go as planned. Even your first day of middle school can offer you some surprises and they don't necessarily have to be negative
Step 3. Be friendly to all new students
Even if you are feeling shy, you should do what you can to be pleasant and friendly to new schoolmates. Introduce yourself, ask to tell you about them and tell what you think about middle school so far. Smile and greet people to make them feel welcome in your presence. Don't be intimidated by people who seem too cold or stiff. You just need to make an effort to be approachable and easy-going.
- People will be more receptive to new friendships early in the school year, before too many small groups form. If you talk to new people right away, you are more likely to make real friends.
- If you see a beautiful boy or a beautiful girl, you don't have to be afraid to say hello. People love confident attitudes and you don't have to be afraid to talk to people.
Step 4. Be committed in the classroom
While you may think it's not trendy, if you want to get through middle school and get started on the right foot, it's much better to listen to your teachers, participate in discussions and answer professors' questions, take notes and avoid any distractions rather than demonstrate yourself. a know-it-all or the one who doesn't care. Make an effort to be a good student and to make the most of every lesson you take. If you are interested in the subject, you will have more fun participating than you would if you were sulking and just waiting for the bell to ring.
While there may not be many opportunities to actively intervene on day one, you should do your best to show interest, even if just by asking a question about the program
Step 5. Start building positive relationships with your teachers
Make sure you get into the classroom on time and make a good impression right away. You may accidentally make a bad first impression if you happen to laugh too much or chat with friends, even if you are normally a good student. Unfortunately, first impressions are notoriously difficult to change, so try to present yourself well when you enter the classroom.
You don't even have to flatter your teachers. Just pay attention and act with genuine interest and you'll be on your way
Step 6. Spend most of your time in the school cafeteria
Each middle school is different. You should get an idea of how sitting in the canteen works. If you can choose a new seat every day, try to plan to meet up with friends in advance so that you can sit together. If you have to choose the same table for the whole year, see if you can put together a group of people to make it work. If you don't know many people in your new school yet, then don't worry. Just be friendly, find some nice-looking people and ask if you can sit next to them.
If you can, you should try to get close to the cafeteria as soon as possible. That way, you'll be more likely to meet your friends or find a seat
Step 7. Maintain a positive attitude
If you want to take advantage of your first day, you should try to spend it with a big smile on your face. Don't complain about your friends, don't criticize your teachers, and don't fear any of your courses. Instead, try to approach everything with a "can be done" attitude and never feel like people aren't offering you a chance. If you smile, expect only the best, and try to stick to optimistic arguments, you can have a much better day.
- Also, people are attracted to those who are positive; the more optimistic you are, the easier it will be for you to make new friends.
- Don't compare yourself to other people. You may feel that you are not as beautiful or well dressed as some people in your school, but this kind of thinking is useless and will only serve to bring you down. Remember that you too have a lot to offer and that even the well-dressed girl on the French course may have her problems.
Step 8. Don't be judgmental or mean
Unfortunately, not all people perform at their best in middle school. It's easy to run into small groups, gossip or just to judge other people you don't even know well. However, if you want to spend your first day in a good mood, you should avoid judging anyone, before you get to know them or even take part in any silly gossip. You don't want people who barely know you gossip about you, do you?
You still don't know who your best friends will be, and you don't want to find yourself making fun of someone who could have been your best friend if only you had given them a chance
Part 3 of 3: Concluding the First Day
Step 1. Tidy up your things
Now that the day is drawing to a close, it's time to pack your school backpack with the books or homework you need to take home. Chances are you won't have much to do, but you need to make sure you have everything you need without forgetting when you get home. Make sure you set aside enough time at the end of the day to do it properly. You can also make a checklist towards the end of the day, so you can arrange your things more efficiently.
If you take the bus home and don't want to be late, you can get into the habit of stowing your backpack in your locker when you have time between classes so you don't have to do it in the few minutes available before the bus leaves
Step 2. Get all the rest you need at home
If you have to attend new clubs or sports organizations, or if you are going straight home by bus, it could be a problem. You will be surprised at how tired you can feel once all the adrenaline is gone. You will find yourself sleepy and back from a long day full of many surprises. Go home and take a short nap to recover!
That said, don't sleep too long or you'll have trouble falling asleep by the second day of middle school
Step 3. Make a game plan for an even more amazing second day of school
Even if your first day of school went better than you could have imagined, there are always things to improve for the next day. Maybe you were wearing super uncomfortable shoes and want to plan a better outfit for the next day. Maybe your backpack wasn't big enough to hold all your books. Maybe you forgot some essential school items or thought you better wake up earlier. Whatever the smallest thing went wrong, you can always make a plan to make the next day better so you can continue enjoying your new school.
The most important thing is to rest and have a positive attitude. The less pressure you put on yourself, the more likely it is to become a memorable moment
Advice
- Know which class to go to during the first hour - you don't want to go to the wrong class!
- Take note of all the tasks assigned to you, even the simplest ones.
- Don't wait until the day before school starts to buy clothes and materials.
- You smile! It's a big day for you: your first day of middle school. Good fun!
- Check if your friends from elementary school are present. If so, stay with them, but remember to make new friends too!
- Try not to be too excited or too anxious. If you relax, you will have a much better experience.
- Don't misbehave on day one as you will make a bad first impression on your teachers.
- Listen to your teachers and take notes.
- Make sure you read the school dress code before you go shopping.
- If you need help finding a particular classroom, ask a teacher or senior student to explain how to get there.
Warnings
- Some people only know how to be rude. Ignoral. Don't think about what they say. Be yourself and don't try to change just to please them.
- Usually, you are given a choice of getting extra credits, but if your grades aren't too great, it would be wise if you try to get them to improve your report card.
- Some teachers aren't too friendly. Do your best and if the teacher is still stern with you, don't take it personally. He may just be in a bad mood.
- Middle school buildings are usually larger than elementary ones, but don't be intimidated by that. You can always ask teachers or friends to help you settle in!
