The change from middle school to high school may seem scary to eighth graders getting ready to make the transition. After finally getting into the routine of switching classes, having a locker, and making it a habit of remembering to do homework on personal time, one may think it should seem like a breeze to transition into high school. However, the upcoming Freshmen for the 2015-2016 school year seem to think that what they fear about high school is about to become a reality.
Miranda Durbin, an eighth grade Franklin County R-2 student who plans on attending New Haven High next fall, elaborated, “In order to be successful in life, you have to step up. From elementary to middle, I’ve seen the same things over and over again, just more advanced. High school is nerve-wracking, but I’m eager and willing to commit to it. I’ve dreamed of going to one high school, and I believe that with the right amount of effort, you can step up to the plate and send the ball (your life) into nothing but a homerun. New Haven is home to me; I’m not leaving anytime soon.”
Elsie McNabb, a New Haven Middle School eighth grader, explained, “Going into high school is going to be a big change for sure. The teachers are different from the ones in middle school, and I don’t really know what they’re like. I’ve heard high school was a lot harder than middle school, but I’m ready to make the change.”
Some students are definitely ready for the excitement of high school sports and the responsibility that comes with having the opportunity to play sports. Chloe Tyree, an eighth grade R-2 student who plans to attend Hermann High next fall, mentioned, “I’m ready to play high school sports and make more friends. I’m ready to make a commitment to a team that I can call my family, but to have that opportunity, you have to get good grades. Making the change to high school is going to be a big leap, and I’m as prepared as I’ll ever be to start fresh.”
Transitioning to high school can be scary and a lot different than elementary or middle school. Having lockers without locker checks, the length of classes, and turning in homework on time are all a part of the high school experience. ow the student chooses to overcome the fear of high school can help to determine how the experience will be.
“High school is not as scary as it seems,” explained Jenny Gallardo, a senior at New Haven High. “It’s how you take everything in. The classes are a little bit longer, and you have more responsibility, but you get used to the flow of things very quickly.”
“The high school setting isn’t exactly laid back, but you get the feel of things pretty fast,” mentioned Hannah Pehle, also a senior at New Haven High. “The biggest thing is doing your homework and keeping up with your grades. If you don’t do well, it catches up to you.”
Some students have their own fears and doubts about beginning the four-year journey and others are simply ready to begin the next level of their education and move on. Either way, the 2015-2016 incoming freshmen are on their way!
-by Karissa Durbin
Elsie McNabb, a New Haven Middle School eighth grader, explained, “Going into high school is going to be a big change for sure. The teachers are different from the ones in middle school, and I don’t really know what they’re like. I’ve heard high school was a lot harder than middle school, but I’m ready to make the change.”
Some students are definitely ready for the excitement of high school sports and the responsibility that comes with having the opportunity to play sports. Chloe Tyree, an eighth grade R-2 student who plans to attend Hermann High next fall, mentioned, “I’m ready to play high school sports and make more friends. I’m ready to make a commitment to a team that I can call my family, but to have that opportunity, you have to get good grades. Making the change to high school is going to be a big leap, and I’m as prepared as I’ll ever be to start fresh.”
Transitioning to high school can be scary and a lot different than elementary or middle school. Having lockers without locker checks, the length of classes, and turning in homework on time are all a part of the high school experience. ow the student chooses to overcome the fear of high school can help to determine how the experience will be.
“High school is not as scary as it seems,” explained Jenny Gallardo, a senior at New Haven High. “It’s how you take everything in. The classes are a little bit longer, and you have more responsibility, but you get used to the flow of things very quickly.”
“The high school setting isn’t exactly laid back, but you get the feel of things pretty fast,” mentioned Hannah Pehle, also a senior at New Haven High. “The biggest thing is doing your homework and keeping up with your grades. If you don’t do well, it catches up to you.”
Some students have their own fears and doubts about beginning the four-year journey and others are simply ready to begin the next level of their education and move on. Either way, the 2015-2016 incoming freshmen are on their way!
-by Karissa Durbin
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