high school freshman tips?!?

Pumpkin.

Okay I'm from the UK and I'm going into Year 10 in like 3 weeks but I guess more people will understand what I mean by that if I say I'm gonna be a freshman which if I was American, I guess I would be:) (I'm 14). I have friends in the majority of my classes, but I'm worried in case I'm alone in some classes? I'm worried about immature boys and mean girls making fun out of me:/ and I'm worried about getting lost too. Any tips to help me with starting high school? Thanks!!!

Plus I'm really mature for my age, but I don't look it as I am pretty short (well I look my age, but everyone else just looks older). I've got a really nice Hello Kitty backpack and I want to wear a bow in my hair, I have a blazer and tie uniform too. Will I look okay?

Answer
1. Say hi to the person sitting next to you in each of your classes.
2. Go in with a positive attitude
3. Get to know your teacher's school emails so you can submit papers, ask questions etc.
4. Don't be embarrassed or afraid to raise your hand to ask questions.
5. If you fall behind make sure you get help right away because then you will fall so far behind you'll have a hard time getting back on track.
6. Buy a whiteboard/ cork-board for your room or one of those wipe off wall stickers, and write down the due dates of assignments, long term projects, extended homework, group work, trips anything important.
7. Buy a mini whiteboard for your locker or a few magnets and write down the same things.
8. If you have no one to sit with at lunch sit alone, someone will come over to you :)
9. Get the phone number of someone in each of your classes for homework etc.
10. Take notes.
11. Keep your notes organized!!!!

12. You don't need a boyfriend to make you happy.
13. Don't ever lose a friend over a boy.
14. Getting into fights is not cute
15. Be assertive not to nice, not to mean.
16. Don't let people tale advantage of you.
17. If you happen to go out with an upperclassmen be careful. If a senior is after you they usually do want one thing. Now this doesn't mean that you have to stay away because there are very nice guys too.
18. You are not in love with someone after a month.
19. Juniors and seniors will leave you alone for the most part, sophomores are a different story.
20. Never go to a party alone. EVER
21. Unless you can drive don't have a friend suggest driving you to and from somewhere unless you know 100% there is a designated driver or your friend will not drink. ( yes high school parties have drinking)
22. Don't do drugs
23. Surround yourself with positive people
24. Join clubs, teams and things you like because you like it not to fit in.
25. Always make time for friends
26. Even best friends let secrets go, be mindful of what you tell who.
27. Don't listen to or spread rumors. Your eyes are the witness of the truth
28. If you have a problem talk it out. Tell your friend but ideally find an adult whom you trust completely to talk you through what's wrong.
29. Having a relationship with your parents is important.
30. Someone, somewhere will have a problem with you. Be the bigger person and ignore it.
31. Don't start drama, high schools more fun that way.
32. Girls can be mean.
33. Have pride, and dignity in yourself.
34. The girls that are sluts and get all the attention usually have self esteem issues.
35. People get pregnant, things happen, so protect yourself and never abandon a friend who is going through this.
IN YOUR BAG/ locker
36. Keep an extra notebook folder.
37. Keep extra pads/ tampons
38. Pens, pencils ALWAYS get lost keep a lot.
39. Keep extra money
40. Little bottles of : gel, water, lotion etc.
41. Keep a brush
42. Keep some hair ties.
43. Keep an extra change of clothes in case of accidental wetting, accidents etc.
44. Keep some snacks in a baggie or a small bin thing ( my friend had a tiny one to keep out bugs)
45. Keep body spray
46. Three words TIDE TO GO best invention ever!
47. Your makeup, if you use anyone
48. A locker mirror
49. A pocket mirror
50. Deodorant

OTHER

51. Keep a pair of old shoes in your gym locker so you never have to worry about bringing them home
52. Keep an extra pair of socks.
53. Brush every morning.
54. Give yourself time to eat in the morning.
55. Pack your bag, lunch projects the night before.
56. Set your alarm clock 1 min apart so it rings twice
57. Set your cellphone alarm too
58. Pick out a few clothes each night so you don't have to run around when what you thought you wanted to wear doesn't look right.
59. ALWAYS STAY TRUE TO YOURSELF
60. Take nothing but pens, pencils, a notebook and a folder the first day
61. Use your locker all the freshmen here think it's a good idea to not use lockers IKD why.
62. Find what studying method works for you.
63. Find what morning routine works for you
64. Find what HAIR product works best ( I knew one worked and I used a differed one and I looked like a lion by the end of the day)
65. Invest in Bobby pins.
66. Shower every night or morning or both.
67. Pack gum. So you always have minty fresh breath
68. Remember your phone.
69. Don't use a purse AND a bag
70. NOT PASSING GYM CAN PREVENT YOU FROM GRADUATING WITH YOUR CLASS!!!!
71. Have fun
72. Think about what interests you and what you want to do in college like think of a major
73. Don't over challenge yourself, only take on what you can handle

Is This Gola Bag For girls or boys?

Hello

I like this bag for school but I dunno know if its for bogs or girls, or both? (13-16) What do you think?
http://www.gola.co.uk/store/products/view/all_bags/LEDGER/Grey

Answer
I would say its a boys
or a girls if she is a tom-boy

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high school freshman tips?!?

Pumpkin.

Okay I'm from the UK and I'm going into Year 10 in like 3 weeks but I guess more people will understand what I mean by that if I say I'm gonna be a freshman which if I was American, I guess I would be:) (I'm 14). I have friends in the majority of my classes, but I'm worried in case I'm alone in some classes? I'm worried about immature boys and mean girls making fun out of me:/ and I'm worried about getting lost too. Any tips to help me with starting high school? Thanks!!!

Plus I'm really mature for my age, but I don't look it as I am pretty short (well I look my age, but everyone else just looks older). I've got a really nice Hello Kitty backpack and I want to wear a bow in my hair, I have a blazer and tie uniform too. Will I look okay?

Answer
1. Say hi to the person sitting next to you in each of your classes.
2. Go in with a positive attitude
3. Get to know your teacher's school emails so you can submit papers, ask questions etc.
4. Don't be embarrassed or afraid to raise your hand to ask questions.
5. If you fall behind make sure you get help right away because then you will fall so far behind you'll have a hard time getting back on track.
6. Buy a whiteboard/ cork-board for your room or one of those wipe off wall stickers, and write down the due dates of assignments, long term projects, extended homework, group work, trips anything important.
7. Buy a mini whiteboard for your locker or a few magnets and write down the same things.
8. If you have no one to sit with at lunch sit alone, someone will come over to you :)
9. Get the phone number of someone in each of your classes for homework etc.
10. Take notes.
11. Keep your notes organized!!!!

12. You don't need a boyfriend to make you happy.
13. Don't ever lose a friend over a boy.
14. Getting into fights is not cute
15. Be assertive not to nice, not to mean.
16. Don't let people tale advantage of you.
17. If you happen to go out with an upperclassmen be careful. If a senior is after you they usually do want one thing. Now this doesn't mean that you have to stay away because there are very nice guys too.
18. You are not in love with someone after a month.
19. Juniors and seniors will leave you alone for the most part, sophomores are a different story.
20. Never go to a party alone. EVER
21. Unless you can drive don't have a friend suggest driving you to and from somewhere unless you know 100% there is a designated driver or your friend will not drink. ( yes high school parties have drinking)
22. Don't do drugs
23. Surround yourself with positive people
24. Join clubs, teams and things you like because you like it not to fit in.
25. Always make time for friends
26. Even best friends let secrets go, be mindful of what you tell who.
27. Don't listen to or spread rumors. Your eyes are the witness of the truth
28. If you have a problem talk it out. Tell your friend but ideally find an adult whom you trust completely to talk you through what's wrong.
29. Having a relationship with your parents is important.
30. Someone, somewhere will have a problem with you. Be the bigger person and ignore it.
31. Don't start drama, high schools more fun that way.
32. Girls can be mean.
33. Have pride, and dignity in yourself.
34. The girls that are sluts and get all the attention usually have self esteem issues.
35. People get pregnant, things happen, so protect yourself and never abandon a friend who is going through this.
IN YOUR BAG/ locker
36. Keep an extra notebook folder.
37. Keep extra pads/ tampons
38. Pens, pencils ALWAYS get lost keep a lot.
39. Keep extra money
40. Little bottles of : gel, water, lotion etc.
41. Keep a brush
42. Keep some hair ties.
43. Keep an extra change of clothes in case of accidental wetting, accidents etc.
44. Keep some snacks in a baggie or a small bin thing ( my friend had a tiny one to keep out bugs)
45. Keep body spray
46. Three words TIDE TO GO best invention ever!
47. Your makeup, if you use anyone
48. A locker mirror
49. A pocket mirror
50. Deodorant

OTHER

51. Keep a pair of old shoes in your gym locker so you never have to worry about bringing them home
52. Keep an extra pair of socks.
53. Brush every morning.
54. Give yourself time to eat in the morning.
55. Pack your bag, lunch projects the night before.
56. Set your alarm clock 1 min apart so it rings twice
57. Set your cellphone alarm too
58. Pick out a few clothes each night so you don't have to run around when what you thought you wanted to wear doesn't look right.
59. ALWAYS STAY TRUE TO YOURSELF
60. Take nothing but pens, pencils, a notebook and a folder the first day
61. Use your locker all the freshmen here think it's a good idea to not use lockers IKD why.
62. Find what studying method works for you.
63. Find what morning routine works for you
64. Find what HAIR product works best ( I knew one worked and I used a differed one and I looked like a lion by the end of the day)
65. Invest in Bobby pins.
66. Shower every night or morning or both.
67. Pack gum. So you always have minty fresh breath
68. Remember your phone.
69. Don't use a purse AND a bag
70. NOT PASSING GYM CAN PREVENT YOU FROM GRADUATING WITH YOUR CLASS!!!!
71. Have fun
72. Think about what interests you and what you want to do in college like think of a major
73. Don't over challenge yourself, only take on what you can handle

Is This Gola Bag For girls or boys?

Hello

I like this bag for school but I dunno know if its for bogs or girls, or both? (13-16) What do you think?
http://www.gola.co.uk/store/products/view/all_bags/LEDGER/Grey

Answer
I would say its a boys
or a girls if she is a tom-boy

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Regarding flight trip with a 6 month old?

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Akshu

Hi I am taking my 6 month old boy to India this month end. What are the do's and dont's that I have to follow when i reach India(as its peak summer that time). Also let me know the facilities available for infants in Singapore airlines. What must i be prepared for the flight??
thanks so much in advance.
I am traveling from San francisco to Chennai

Answer
I'm a former Flight Attendant and I now fly a lot with my own three children. We usually travel between Europe and California about twice a year. I've never flown Singapore Airlines. We usually go the other direction. I've worked trips into Delhi but I haven't been to Chennai.

Six months is actually a good age to travel. It gets trickier when they can run! You may have him crawling all over the place but for the most part, you'll be able to keep up with him.

The one thing I know about Singapore Airlines is that you're sure to get good customer service. They have HUGE crews. I was floored when I saw their armies of F/A's coming off flights. Many are teenagers. There are not the age limitations that you find on western companies so don't be shocked to see kids just out of school serving you.

I have never used any sort of medications to get my children to sleep on any of those flights. At that age especially, they do nodd off at some point of the journey, more if it's at night.

I also think he's too young for a portable DVD player. I got one when my youngest was 3 years old. They are kind of heavy to cart around and could easily break. How much screen watching does he do? Mine were not very interested, especially with a small screen, at that age.

Bring a few quiet toys but a small selection. Again, short attention spans and he'll be more interested in his new surroundings.

First of all, I really recommend bringing a car seat and using it onboard. Make sure your car seat is approved for use on aircraft. Unfortunately, Singapore Airlines does not allow infant bucket-style seats or any rear-facing seats. As you know, your child is safer rear-facing as a Flight Attendant, I'm a little at a loss as to why they even have this rule;
http://www.singaporeair.com/saa/en_UK/content/before/plan/specialneeds.jsp#Header5

If you can use your seat on board, the seat will get to your destination without risking it being damaged or lost in luggage.

If you don't have a seat for him, request it at check-in. Ask if the flight is full, and if not, they can "block" the seat next to you, only using it if they really need it. They often do this for families.

Bring the seat to the gate, even if they are unsure that you'll get a seat. This way, if you don't manage it, they will "gate check" your seat, sending it down with the strollers and wheelchairs. This is gentlier than checking it in at the desk.

I also recommend trying to sit at the bulkhead. These are the seats with the wall in front, located in different places depending on the aircraft. Bulkheads are easier with children since no one is leaning in front of you and there's probably room to crawl on the floor.

If you have a travel system, you can use the stroller until you get to the door of the aircraft and then it'll be "gate checked".. You'll have it again, by the door of the aircraft when you arrive. If you have a convertible car seat (going to 40lbs), there are a number of contraptions you can use to wheel it around. Not promoting these sites! Just examples;
http://www.gogobabyz.com/products/gogo_kids.html
http://www.amazon.com/Traveling-Toddler-Attach-Rolling-Carry/dp/B000JHN3AS
http://www.onestepahead.com/product/osa/363756.html

I simply strap mine to a small metal luggage cart and that works great.

If you do have a stroller, bring a bungee cord and double secure it before leaving it at the door of the plane. They can get damaged if they pop open en route. Make sure the claim ticket can be seen and isn't squished or hidden. Be sure to ask when disembarking where the stroller is.

Bring at least 1/3 more diapers than you think you'll need. I saw so many parents run out on flights when I was working! Wrap them in plastic bags and throw a bunch of rubber bands around them to save room in your carry-on.

For a formula fed baby, I really recommend using the bottles with plastic liners. Traditional bottles are too difficult to wash onboard because of the kind of sinks on airplanes. I premeasured the powder and rolled them up, placing the rolls in a ziplock bag. Then you throw the liners away as you use them and only have the ring and nipple to clean.

If you use bottled water, be sure to give yourself enough time to buy some once you're past security. Make sure you have enough! The water on the aircraft is filtered tap so decide if you're comfortable using that for your baby. Bottled water runs out fast on flights and we never had any extra for baby bottles.

Be sure you baby does not need the bottle warmed. Get him used to a room-temperature bottle before leaving. This is unnecessary health-wise and a real pain to do while travelling. I warmed many bottles on my flights but I wasn't there in the check-in line, the security line or the waiting area! Babies do great with room-temperature bottles.

Make sure you have at least one change of clothes. I would bring two for such a long journey. At that age, I simply dressed mine in sleep suits for flying. No one will care so keep him comfortable. Bring extra socks if he crawls so that he doesn't pick up anything nasty on the floor and to keep his hands clean.

Hopefully you have a good baby carrier. They're so useful for flying, especially at this age. I had a sling but other parents swear by their wraps and pouches. The Ergo and Beccos are other popular carriers for travel that go on the back.

I liked the sling because I could slide my babies from into and out of a stroller or car seat without waking them. It also doubled as a blanket, baby changer, breastfeeding cover-up and sunshade! My sling was magic for calming my babies during the flight. Other parents wanted one when they saw how easy it made my travels. Avoid front packs like the Bjorn since they're so bad for both the parents' and child's back. A good carrier should go to at least age 2.

Many flying tips say to make the child suck on something or drink during take-off and landing. This isn't accurate. ENT specialists say to have the child awake about an hour before landing (top of descent, landing or touch-down is too late).

http://www.entcda.com/AAOHNSF/earsandaltitude.htm

I can confirm that is when I saw problems at work. Take your child to the doctor in the last few days before you fly to make sure his ears are clear and infection-free. Heathy ears can handle pressurization changes.

About 8 years ago, I wrote an article on flying with children for an expat newsletter. Over the years many parents have contributed, both on line and in Real Life. I later put it on a blog so that parents had access to non-commercial information from someone with both practical and professional experience on the web.

http://flyingwithchildren.blogspot.com

Hope it goes smoothly and have a good trip!

What bag should I get for school?

Jacoob

Going into my last year school, I live in the UK I'm a boy and I'm in secondary school. Dunno what's in fashion and what isn't. Need help, thanks.

Answer
a black briefcase?

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How can I stay pale and look cute in Greece?

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Q. I might be moving to greece(my god i hope i am), and i will be going to a british embassy school, i am currently reisiding in scotland, and am 14. I am very pale, how will i stay pale?
I am 5'4, will this be considered tall in Greece?
What is UK size 8 in Greece?
Will it be considered fat?
What do greek boys think of british pale and fair girls?


Also, how can I personalise this uniform- White shirt, Navy Skirt, White Socks (any length but itwill be hot), shoes(brown or black), Any Bag,
make up IS allowed, but natural , this is a pic of me, what will i suit?

http://s794.photobucket.com/albums/yy222/magicshroomies/MEEEE/?action=view&current=Snapshot_20100306_23.jpg

Thanks.x.

Answer
If you don't expose your self to sun.
I am Greek and very pale, and since I don't go sunbathing I am always pale
I am 5' 9'' and I am a female.For 14 years you are ok. For women is normal yet.
I m not good with clothing sizes , sorry :S
Greeks have no special though of fair and pale girls.There are lots Greek girls like this

Take any fancy bag, and you can wear special head acessories.

Is it weird to have a La Senza bag at school?

Q. Im in 6th grade and i have this cute La Senza bag that i want to use for school but since its an underwear store is it weird? thanx!

Answer
I don't know how schools are in the UK. But it seems just a bit inappropriate. You might give people, especially boys, the wrong impression. Better leave it at home.

Interesting how this wound up in the Los Angeles forum.

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What would a teacher do if she caught a pupil with an erection in class?

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Hello, I'm

I'm researching this awkward teenage occurrence for a story.

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Firstly, teachers don't simply "catch" students with erections. She might notice that he has one, but she won't catch him with one as it's not against the rules in any US school (well, maybe in home schools run by weirdos, but not in state schools).

Secondly, it's none of a teachers business if a student has an erection. She won't do anything if she sees that he has one. In fact she may be embarrassed even at the thought of suspecting that he has one. Grown women rarely like to think about boys in that way.

Teenage boys mostly have small penises, even when erect. This makes it very difficult to tell if they have one unless they are wearing a tight swimsuit or something similar. Although boys might feel that it's visible and might be afraid that other people will notice the truth is that most other people can stare directly at their crotch and won't be able to tell if they have an erection or if it's just the way that their pants (Trousers, UK English) are hanging.

In fact the most common way that a teacher can tell is if the boy tries to hide his crotch behind his book bag or something. And even then she won't care. It's none of her business and she may even get in to trouble if she lets on that she knows that he has an erection (If she says anything to him and he tells his mom and dad, they might sue her or the school).

It's like girls and periods. You feel self conscious and think that everybody else can tell, but in reality nobody knows, or cares.

advice on what sleeping arrangements should be for my son with his non resident father?

nicola j

i have found out in last couple of days my 5 year old son is sleeping on a the sofa with his father when he visits every other weekend for 2 nights, he also stays there for a week in the school holidays, my ex lives with his mum and grandfather and brother and his wife in a 2 bedroom flat...is this overcrowding and are there laws on living and sleeping arrangements...can anyone tell me or give me advice?? UK

Answer
Though the situation is far from ideal, if your little boy is being loved and nurtured while with his father and family, I don't see this to be a problem.

If your son has no complaints and appears happy to spend time with his father, don't make an issue of it or be overly concerned.

I agree, maybe a sleeping bag is a solution, maybe even fun for a 5 year old.

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Going round friends house tomorrow evening?

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Ben

Im a 15 year old boy from UK
I am going to the friends tomorrow after school
In school I have to wear a white shirt and striped tie with a grey sweater and a black blazer with black trousers and black shoes
Changing is not an option as our school has this weird rule about bags and we aren't allowed them and dropping my clothes round my friends is not an option as its too late now
I'm sure my friend will stay in his uniform as well, we are going to mc Donald's, do you think he make his uniform casual if so how?

Answer
take off your blazer and just loosen out your tie..i always think that looks cool on guys :)

Mall with mates after school, how should i dress?

Ben

I am a 16 year old boy from the UK
I am going up the mall with 5 of my mates after school
I have to wear a white shirt and green tie and black trousers
I don't have time to change
How can look cool and not nerdy without changing

Answer
take off the tie and stash it away in your bag or pocket. unbutton the top buttons of your shirt and roll up your sleeves for a more casual look.

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