What's the transition going from junior high to high school?

Question

In the fall, I'll be a freshman. And I was just curious to know, what things are going to be changing differently from junior high to high school?

Answer 1

The teachers will quit telling you that they are preparing you to be successful in High School. That is the good news. There is a lot less babying with your work. Classes will be a little longer in most schools. You will be expected to be responsible for your own learning. You will lose some freinds and make new ones. You get to have a lot more say in what types of classes you take and who you take them from. There will be a big push for the first two years to get you to pass the state standardized tests. After that there will be a big push to get you out the door and headed somewhere. Other than that, they just are not that different.

Answer 2

Well I suppose it really depends on your school system, particularly the difference in size between your junior high school and high school. At first the transition may be tough. You'll be at the bottom of the high school food chain, which pretty much makes you the perfect subject for ridicule. But don't let this scare you at all, it's not true for most freshmen. Basically you just have to know your place and know that seniors aren't going to like it if you and your friends decide to clog the hallway talking. As far as academics go, there's definitely an increase in your workload and you'll probably have to spend more time on your homework, reading, etc. One good thing about high school is that there are lots of opportunities to feel like you fit in with sports & extra curriculars. It's definitely a good idea to get involved and maybe get to know some upperclassmen, who can also give you advice to make the transition easier. Hope that helps.

Answer 3

You must now be organized as you will receive very few second chances to do something over and not as many extra credit opportunities. My best advice is to be super organized--have a notebook to write down all your assignments on, and a calendar in your room to write down all future deadlines for things like tests and projects. Ask for help when you feel a little confused, don't wait until you are lost. You will have the chance to meet a lot of new friends and try lots of new activities, just be sure to stay organized and to remember that homework does come first. You can't be in a lot of activities or learn to drive if you don't do well in your classes. Stay organized and study.

Answer 4

When I went from junior to high school the only major change was a bigger homework load, a bigger school and basically being at the bottom of the food chain again. But honestly, it wasn't that bad. It may depend on where you go to school though. That's just how it was for me.

Answer 5

They give you more freedom, but if you abuse it the rest of your experience is sh*t. Don't goof off your freshman year because that's what I did and I seriously regret it.

Socially, the stereotypes die down a bit and people just seem to stick with their little group of friends.

Teachers will start not giving a ****. None of my teachers care if we do our homework, they just put a zero down. I suggest you don't blow off h/w assignments because it's hell catching up.