I am 11 and i am scerd of going to big schhol, what should i do?

Question

i am 11 live with my mum and step dad (my mum and dad split up)

Answer 1

Not much to worry about!
It all depends on what you're scared of. If you fear that you might get bullied around, I can relate and I have the best possible solution for you.
When I first started in junior high, I was a target for most bullies. It took me two years to figure out what to do but I did it and it worked.

I went to the library and picked up a martial arts book (I got the idea from a movie). I read it and started throwing punches and kicks in my room. My family was poor and couldn't afford classes for me.
I would practice some kicks and punches every morning before school, and every night before bed!

Even though my techniques were not that good, I felt like I could fight back if I needed to.

I felt confident and that by itself got rid of many bullies. One day I finally got in a fight because some guys were hitting my sister, and I kicked their asses eventhough they were bigger than me and I never had an instructor.

All you ever have to do in this world is trust yourself, there is really nothing that you cannot accomplish if you trust yourself.

It has been 13 years since I began reading about martial arts and I've never been to any martial arts school but I have earned medals in competitions, since I gained cinfidence I haven't even had the opportunity to use my arts in a street fight. People actually refuse to fight me!!!

PS. I'm a skinny short guy!!

Also.... Girls love a confident guy, and the fact that you can protect them is a plus!

Even if you're the shy type or not social at all, people will be attracted to you, specially if you're confident and mysterious, they will crave to figure you out!


Good luck!!!

Answer 2

I know the feeling, I was terrified... going from a big fish in a small pond to a small fish in a big pond. It's very daunting!

Are there any people from your old school going to your new school? If so, it'll be good to see them, a familiar face and all that.

Listen, don't worry, just keep your head down and get on with it....it'll take some time to get used to so just focus on the routines, i.e. break-time, lunch, etc. Also, make sure you are organised and don't get into the bad habit of doing homework at the last minute.

Also, if anyone tries any funny business, then just ignore them - or outwit them. That goes for the teachers too. LOL

Good luck! know this seems like a long time away but when you leave you'll be a whole new person and nigh-on grown-up!

Answer 3

I am 36 now and I can remember when I was heading for the big school and I also was very nervous but when I got there most of the kids from my old school was there so it wasn't so bad the only problem I can remember was that I couldn't find my way around but kids seemed helpfull enough a couple of days at the new school and you will think what was all the fuss about have a nice time and soon you will be probably woorying about getting a job beleive me school days were much more fun sorry about there being no full stops etc couldnt be bothered

Answer 4

Going to a new school is scary, Just remember that you are not the only one there that feels that way. Most students, parents and teachers get nervous about going to a new school, meeting new people and learning new things. No matter how old you get you will get imitated about new things. I am sure that if you go to school and be yourself and be a nice kid that you will make new friends and you will no longer be scared. When I was a senior in high school I changed to a much larger school and it was scary but only for a day, once I got there and realized that everyone was interested in the new girl it was OK, I made lots of new friends and it ended up that was the best year ever. You will be fine, just remember to be nice and smile. You will do GREAT!!!

Answer 5

Most kids moving from primary to secondary school feel scared. The older kids at the new school are BIG and you may think they are bullies. But you felt a big kid in your old school compare with the little ones just starting school for the first time. Hopefully, some of the other new kids are friends of yours from the old school, so that will help. Maybe you know someone who has been at your new school for a year or so; talk to them and they should make you feel better. Above all, don't worry about it. After a week or so at the new school you will wonder why you were worried in the first place!

Answer 6

My Mum and Dad split up too =)
I am 13 and joined high school last year in year eight and starting school was terrifying but keep near your mates and you would be just fine throughout the year you would meet new friends like i did and i would say it is much better than middle school. The teachers arnt that bad theyre only strict because of the naughty children.
Just keep near your mates going to the same school and never copy other's. Also its a good idea to stay out of trouble
Good Luck!!

Answer 7

Hi Shaggy Dog, my son, David, is 11 too and going to big school next week. I think most youngsters are at least apprehensive about starting big school.

He says: "Walk with a friend on the first day and keep in a group at school then you won't be so worried about the big kids. I'm going to walk down with my older sister (year 9) the first morning. She said it's the first day is the hardest because you don't know what to expect, but after the first few days you will feel a million times better.

good luck mate"

Answer 8

School will sometimes be fascinating and occasionally it can be a bit of an ordeal, but it is important for you to go and be with other people in order to find out more about the world around you and more about yourself.
Unlike one of your other answerers, I never got into martial arts: perhaps I should have! I began running when I was at school as the best way to clear my head of all the things that were making me anxious. Individuals like myself are often not excited about organised sport but running is about being free as a bird, using and relaxing all those muscles that go all tense when you worry about stuff. The more you use those muscles, the easier it gets, so don't be discouraged. You do however need to find out about doing bending and stretching exercises before and after you go running and your gym teacher could help you with this. Take care of yourself.

Answer 9

Dear Heart, Just remember you are not the only one that
feels this way, some others feel the same way. Just act as if
you are not, Put a big smile on your face and act like you belong there, In a couple days you will get the hang of it.
Even most adults feel this way when they start a new job the
first day. You will make new friends in a short time. Don't be afraid to share your feeling with your mother. Blessings

Answer 10

There is no easy answer to that one. It is something you just have to get through - do you have a friend who is going to the same school as you - that is how I survived the first little while until I made more friends. Too bad some parents can't stay together - makes life a lot more comfortable for the kids. Do you still have contact with your Dad? Maybe he can help.