<p>I do agree with Northwest because you should really get accustom to your highschool first. Don't take AP's, Honors, or IB's in your freshmen year if u know ur not ready, unless your GATE. Howver, in ur sophomore year, u have to take actions; get involve and take hard classes. There you will find friends that have the same thoughts as you. Never hang out with slackers unless u know they're not going to take u down. Gud luck!</p>
<p>Why on earth would you want high school to be the best years of your life? What would there be to look forward to? Here's hoping every year gets better for the rest of your life!!</p>
<p>Here here kirum. Freshman year's going alright with me.</p>
<p>I agree with kirmum completely! There's much more to look forward to in life than HS. Of course, HS is a fun time, but that's not necessarily the best period in one's lifetime.</p>
<p>By the way kirmum, is it true that you are a Harvard alumni interviewer? Someone said that in another post, so I was just curious! :)</p>
<p>People say the same thing about college being the best years of their life. I would get depressed when I heard that. I've been in college full-time since 2001 and it has been a very weird time. No after-party hook ups, no big spring break vacations, etc. It almost seems like my life has stopped since I went to college. My sole purpose for 2001-2006 is getting my degree so I can get on with the rest of my life and do what I really want to do.</p>
<p>justin... that is exactly what I'm afraid of happening! I've just never heard anybody say it before. Dang.</p>
<p>With 3000 kids, you're bound to find that group of kids that aspire to go to the Ivies. They exist in every grade, and some of them are great people.</p>
<p>haha wow. my school's population this year is 3003 and i'm a junior. i know exactly what you mean about feeling like you don't have any "keeper" type friends cause that's sortof how i was during 9th grade too. </p>
<p>just remember the good news: you're just a freshman! you still have (lots of) time to "get happy". the best way to meet people and start actually liking your school is for you to get involved. since you are "dreaming of yale", find some clubs or activities that really interest you. that doesn't mean you have to be the #1 tennis player or captain of the chess team or anything, but you will definitely meet people and you just might find some that share the same interests as you do.</p>
<p>plus, this is just high school. think about all the good things in your life that are still to come and listen to the words of "appliedmath": with 3000 kids, you're bound to find that group of kids that aspire to go to the Ivies. They exist in every grade, and some of them are great people.</p>
<p>good luck :)</p>
<p>Actually, HS can be the best years of your life if you want it to be. I'd rather study a little harder, and stuff, and reap the benefits for decades than just blow it off in 4 years. Like investing in stock.</p>
<p>Well, we all complain about it when we're in the situation, but life only gets harder</p>
<p>Thanks for all the "inspiration" everyone! It has helped, deffinitly!
BUMP!</p>
<p>"With 3000 kids, you're bound to find that group of kids that aspire to go to the Ivies. They exist in every grade, and some of them are great people."</p>
<p>Keywoard being "some". Of the 6 people in the senior class who applied to "elite" colleges this year, 5 of them are arrogant pricks. Where somebody wants to go to college should not be a factor in picking friends.</p>
<p>b-u-m-p! Is it long enough now...bump!</p>
<p>Freshmen year is pretty much like that for everyone......</p>
<p>By that I mean that you are still finding your spot among your peers....which is pretty much what everyone in your grade is doing. For example, my freshmen year I tried to be with the theater troupe and was actually on the verge of freak-ness! Just to show you how much I've changed> I'm in my 2nd year of Student Council, polevaulting, and in Fellowship of Christian athletes!!!! What a complete turn around!</p>
<p>Then about the "friend" thing.....don't worry. Its only February and well I didn't my first true friend until April of my freshmen year. I think its better that way anyways, because without a "serious best friend forever" person you won't be influenced into doing something that you don't want to do.</p>
<p>As for your sports problem>>> you'll grow and if nothing else improve your chances by working about all year and summer!</p>
<p>Don't go to private school.....I considered this too.....because its too expensive and you really need to save your money for the freaken crazy money sucking colleges. </p>
<p>Keep your chin up....its not that bad, and even if it is well at least you have college in a few years.....</p>
<p>It'll get better. I didn't know anyone at my 3000 person high school freshman year either. Just concentrate on academics this year, get to know the school, and don't let your parents drive you crazy. You'll have lots of time for friends and ECs in the coming years. You're certain to meet some people you like.</p>
<p>I don't think GOING TO HIGH SCHOOL IS, but its those teenage years when you don't really have to think about your future/job to much, always have a home, and are free to do alot of things. Thats what the best years of your life are! But I doubt those apply to all people....</p>
<p>Thanks guys!!! I'm really appreciating this inspiration. Keep it coming if you don't mind. :)</p>
<p>In my opinion, middle school was much worse.</p>
<p>Obnoxious preteens still malleable by the thoughts of their parents... = lots of name calling and later on, minor racism.</p>
<p>Freshman year was crap for me too. Some jackasses would do annoying things like slap your derierre when you were at your locker, throw trash in it, annoying things.</p>
<p>Don't worry though, it'll get better.</p>
<p>it takes people a while to adjust, you'll find your niche. there's bound to be people out there with similar interests that could hold potential for great friendships. i agree you should seek those people out by trying out clubs or classes centered on your hobbies.</p>
<p>on an unrelated tangent, the phrase "slap your derriere" amuses me way more than it should. haha i think middle school is horrible for most people. it's the ugly, awkward years.</p>
<p>Yes, middle school was terrible!! Thanks for the inspiration...keep it coming guys!! Its made me feel better so far!</p>