tips for going into highschool📚

[RuckusMcGuckus]

The Jeffy avatar makes sooo much sense now lol
Just enjoy high school, get average grades, and learn a skill that you want to learn in your own time

 

[tigg]

The biggest piece of advice ANYONE can give you it:
Don't try to rush through it and enjoy it. It will seem hard and horrible but you will miss it later on and wish you would have taken the time to sit back and enjoy it.

Same advice I gave both my daughters, and neither one took it and tell me now they wish they had.

 

[MasterEn]

start studying for your career path, start exercising, and drinking water. learn to accept set backs and be prepared for the unexpected. be quick on your feet and quicker with your mind.

 

[Nicolás]

You got way better advice but as been said above: Be aware of your personal hygiene. Keep your nails clean and short, your teeth clean, take showers and use dehodorant. Yeah, whatever other people could think about your hygiene is irrelevant, but you do this for yourself. Because it develops a serene form of strenght, you'll understand. Those are simple but fundamental tasks that also build up basic discipline that translates to other things and to your future character. Also, as been said, don't get into fights. It's moronic behavior. That said, if unavoidable, always stand up for yourself. Only umbrellas fold. Defend yourself at all times but despise unnecesary cruelty and don't recreate on physical violence. If, when you make mistakes, don't think bad of yourself, be better. Focus on your study and study hard. Also don't let these following years go to waste for they got all the potential to be some of the best memories. Enjoy and be present!

 

[Bobmeboi]

start studying for your career path, start exercising, and drinking water. learn to accept set backs and be prepared for the unexpected. be quick on your feet and quicker with your mind.

trust me I am.. (does flying in a game count as studying?)

and thank you everyone for pitching in to say some info or help

 

[MasterEn]

trust me I am.. (does flying in a game count as studying?)

and thank you everyone for pitching in to say some info or help

if it helps you learn about what to do and not to do, then yes; it does count.
you're welcome.

 

[Mortem_Kage]

I’m working a job and saving for a car, and trade school. No advice I can give since I never went to high school, but I *can* wish you luck. So good luck.

 

[Meekoos]

And don't ever feel like your life is over, I get it most of your life in this point of time is in school and around your school mates until graduation but most people will forget things over time and it will get better given time. Just hang on and it all blows over soon enough because you got the rest of your life to prove everyone wrong.

 

[newageretrohippie]

I'd second this
Can't guarantee that other sites will even help or even respond quickly, even in something like Quora

It's been awhile since i used it but https://girlsaskguys.com is prolly another good forum to get some decent advice

 

[prnzo x BOOZE-o ka-BEER-o]

Play the guitar and ride a skateboard

^^ this - n simultaneously, if possible xD

no seriously I uhm... ditched too much n took tests to waive the remaining credits... there's too much to explain from too many angles as to how gettin skipped a couple grades early on was one of the worst things that may have happened to me in that whole mess in the long run...

just... no lol I'm not a good role model - just rebellious ADHD class-clown troublemaker who was too emotionally weak n too wrapped into his own world to gel with any academia curriculum imaginable...

...but everybody else is offering some rather solid, inspiring advice here. just don't be prnzo. hang in there for the good experiences n don't botch the whole deal n miss out like I did. you'll be fine bro - n don't be skurr'd to ask more specific questions as they come up as long as too many unnecessary personal details aren't involved lol we'll try to be as real n helpful as possible with you I'm sure (within reason hehe ^_^)

 

[medisinn]

Like some of the others have said, make the most of it. Whether you enjoy it or not, it's a phase of your life that won't last forever, and once it's passed there is no going back.

I was pretty miserable in high school, and mostly just kept to myself. I felt like there wasn't much to offer for myself. I wasn't totally wrong, but at the same time, I didn't try, either. There weren't a lot of clubs, but I could have started one, or at least tried out for some of the different things at school. I didn't try to apply myself, I just did the minimum. As a result, I guaranteed my unhappiness by not allowing any other possibility to occur. If I could go back I'd try harder at, well, anything.

There are cliques, there's favoritism, there are jocks and preppy kids and all those archetypes. Still, it's the last time in life that everyone is roughly the same age and kind of at the same point in life. If nothing else, you can relate to your peers based on that. For whatever reason, it's a lot harder to make friends and genuine bonds once you get to college and the working world. You're not going to want to keep all of the friends you make, but it's a good time to figure out what works for you and what doesn't. Plus, it's a good time to play lots of video games and not feel bad about not being more productive

 

[AnonymousCookieMonster]

Get romantically involved with someone if you want, but remember that romance is fickle at this point in life.

And your first heartbreak is the hardest... and hurts the longest.

---

And related to romance. If you do, keep it local. Doing long distance relationships are a recipe for problems, and lots of fakes out there too.

 

[Klonoa7]

High school might seem overwhelming at first but try not to overthink things. Some days are excruciatingly boring while other days may seem unpleasant and/or flat out terrible. Clubs are perfect for establishing a social life. Think about what type of career path that you’ll be interested in and don’t wait until your senior year. Most important make a bunch of friends and have fun.

 

[bjork]

So I'm probably the most out of touch here as I graduated in 1995. There wasn't even internet at my school while I went there. As such, I imagine the experience is completely different. That said, some stuff is liable to be the same, so take the advice of someone who didn't do these things:

- stay current with your assignments and homework. Some teachers let me do catch-up at the very end of the semesters, but it was 0% fun and not worth full credit
- don't ditch a lot if you can help it. It ties into staying current with your schoolwork, but also makes it harder to maintain tight friendships. This might be different nowadays with phones keeping people connected, though? Not sure. (I ditched *a lot*, it was fun but I paid for it long term)
- keep in mind that in general, people are more worried about themselves than they are with whatever you're doing, as long as you play it cool. Someone who acts up a lot will probably find trouble and be remembered for it, but a few years out of high school, no one remembers that someone tripped or did something dumb. I know at the time, it seems like it's the end of the world; it isn't. Just do your thing and as long as you're polite and cool, good things can come your way.

Good luck! It's easy to get discouraged but take it one day at a time and you'll do fine.

 

[newageretrohippie]

So I'm probably the most out of touch here as I graduated in 1995. There wasn't even internet at my school while I went there. As such, I imagine the experience is completely different. That said, some stuff is liable to be the same, so take the advice of someone who didn't do these things:

- stay current with your assignments and homework. Some teachers let me do catch-up at the very end of the semesters, but it was 0% fun and not worth full credit
- don't ditch a lot if you can help it. It ties into staying current with your schoolwork, but also makes it harder to maintain tight friendships. This might be different nowadays with phones keeping people connected, though? Not sure. (I ditched *a lot*, it was fun but I paid for it long term)
- keep in mind that in general, people are more worried about themselves than they are with whatever you're doing, as long as you play it cool. Someone who acts up a lot will probably find trouble and be remembered for it, but a few years out of high school, no one remembers that someone tripped or did something dumb. I know at the time, it seems like it's the end of the world; it isn't. Just do your thing and as long as you're polite and cool, good things can come your way.

Good luck! It's easy to get discouraged but take it one day at a time and you'll do fine.

But you taught us all the scientifical truth, and that's much better!

 

[bjork]

But you taught us all the scientifical truth, and that's much better!

Don't forget my advice on how to deal with TV reporters too

 

[χKai]

Don't fuck up

 

[newageretrohippie]

Don't forget my advice on how to deal with TV reporters too

Haha i've thought about it... when tv reporters bother me, I'm usually just bewildered by why they think i am in any way newsworthy...

 

[Somnia]

Find your crowd and cherish them, but don't be afraid to broaden your horizons. Those 4 years are usually the last ones where you have heavy safety nets around. Take some risks, try new things and just generally get involved with the people around you.

So long as you're kind to others they'll generally be kind to you. Relate to them as much as you can rather than try to view others as lesser in some way.

You'll make a lot of dope memories even when you think you're just going through the motions. The trick is keeping that energy long after high school finishes.

 

[D0gTree]

as you can see I'm a 8th grader going to 9th does any one have any tip that's not the basic "get good grades" and "don't try to fit in, be yourself" i know the basic on how to "survive"but any tips for thriving in high school?

My best advice would be to force yourself into uncomfortable situations. Don't turn down plans or ideas you have just because it makes you uncomfortable.

 

[NightPsychosis]

Try doing extracurricular activities, be it a sport, or a school club/student association
They are good experiences that will help you down the road

 

[Prism_Red]

My advice would be to listen to what others' have said here.

Or, if you ask my opinion.
High school don't mean shit, the validity of your scores and achievements in high school usually irrelevant later on in life once you get a job.
So what should you do instead?
- MAKE FRIENDS! This is the most important rule during school years, the older you are, the harder it will get to make new connection, high school is the last time you can meet people easily, hopefully these friendship will last you a lifetime.
- Do not worry about grades, but don't mess up either, just do bare minimum to keep yourself out of trouble, straight A is desireable, but don't push it if you don't think you can make it, know your limits.
- If you have hobbies or interests and they got extracurricular for it, join that.
- Lastly, have fun, make some good memories.

 

[Anonicus]

Do your homework, Study, and all that. It's indeed very important and that High School Diploma is a lot more valuable than how others treat it in the end since it can give you even better paying jobs than the ones where it doesn't require a High School Diploma. I grew up poor and even getting beatings over bad grades and it's something that stuck with me. Which now I'm working jobs to where I'm more comfortable on my money than my parents could ever live.

On the other hand, Keep developing skills that may interest you like Art or Programming or whatever. Do not let anyone tell you to give up on something that you wanna get into in your spare time (Spare time is important, Still give room to your studies and homework!). Hygiene is also very important since High School is when things start to hit you like a truck when it comes to growth.

 

[spectresfrommercury]

drop out and do homeschool instead

 

[miguk]

You got way better advice but as been said above: Be aware of your personal hygiene. Keep your nails clean and short, your teeth clean, take showers and use dehodorant. Yeah, whatever other people could think about your hygiene is irrelevant, but you do this for yourself. Because it develops a serene form of strenght, you'll understand. Those are simple but fundamental tasks that also build up basic discipline that translates to other things and to your future character. Also, as been said, don't get into fights. It's moronic behavior. That said, if unavoidable, always stand up for yourself. Only umbrellas fold. Defend yourself at all times but despise unnecesary cruelty and don't recreate on physical violence. If, when you make mistakes, don't think bad of yourself, be better. Focus on your study and study hard. Also don't let these following years go to waste for they got all the potential to be some of the best memories. Enjoy and be present!

To add on to this:

• Morning showers, not evening. You sleep in a puddle of your own sweat; people can smell that if you don't wash it off.
• Pick a soap or bodywash that has a smell that makes you feel confident. Consider that motivation to use it.
• This sounds hokey, as you've probably heard it before, but: shampoo, rinse, repeat, rinse, conditioner, rinse. If you're a girl, you'll get compliments from others; if you're a guy,... maybe you'll get compliments from girls. Sorry, compliments are a rare pull for guys. But at least your hair will be good. Also, styling gel, not spray. Your lungs will thank you.
• Avoid tying your hair back. Micropulls on roots mean future baldness that can't be cured without a transplant.
• If you hang out with people who smoke, you will smell like an ashtray to those who don't. It's difficult to wash that off.
• Deodorant is only needed on armpits. Whole-body spray is just marketing. Though you can put antiperspirant on the bottom of your feet if needed (you'll know). Oh, and don't be afraid to shave the pits. It makes it easier for the deodorant to stick, and harder for the sweat to do so.
• Fragrances should be sprayed no more than twice for eu de toilette or eu de cologne, no more than once for eu de parfum or pure parfum. Go overboard, and you're the person who stinks of perfume. If you really need to cover more area, spray the most important area (usually the chest), dab it with your inner wrist (don't rub), and dab that where you want it.
• Avoid fragrances marketed to your age (Axe, etc), as they are all cloying junk. Use ones marketed to 20-to-30-somethings. Avoid 90% of everything made before 2000 or so (especially Dior Fahrenheit & Drakkar Noir) and anything with tobacco, as they smell like old people. And if it costs more than $90, it's a rip-off regardless of reviews. (All the popular and expensive brands have cheap clones that 99% of people can't tell apart from the expensive ones.)
• Take care of your teeth. Change your brush every 3 months; use only soft bristles (which become hard after 3 months). Brush in a oscillating pattern, 30 seconds per quadrant, low pressure; if this is too hard for you, get an electric brush with a round head (with a built-in timer, if you want) to automate the whole process. Don't do stupid things like opening bottles with your teeth.
• If you grow a beard, either shave or maintain it. Electric trimmers are fine, though a wet shave with a safety razor is better. Don't use multi-blade razors; that's just marketing, and they increase the risk of ingrown hairs (and cost more than safety razors). Don't use a straight razor unless you have practiced the art of the blade before putting a knife to your own throat. (If you can't shave a balloon without popping it, you can't use a straight razor.)
• For the sensitive bits: Use specialized trimming scissors on the bait & tackle and nearby area. Do not go electric on them. In fact, leave the tackle alone unless a special someone requests it; the hair cushions them. (If you lack man gear, shave or wax is fine.) Don't trim your butt; if you must, wax. Trimming can cause all-day back-to-front wedgies. An electric trimmer or safety razor is fine for the rest of the body.