Tips for High School

Pre-College Issues High School Life
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<p>Um you’re saying that every male wants nothing more than to get into freshmen girls’ pants, regardless of their feelings. that’s a totally generalized view and you’re making them sound like sociopaths/nymphos. I don’t see how that’s NOT an anti-male view. Sorry, but a few anecdotes are not at all evidence.</p>

<p>and on the topic of don’t be friends with too many seniors: most of my friends are seniors and I’m going to miss them sfm when they leave. I’m a junior, and when they graduate there’ll be about three people left in the school who I genuinely like. Looking forward to visits…</p>

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<p>As mentioned by other people, joining a sport would also be beneficial(if you’re good at them). If you’re like me and lack athleticism, clubs compensate for that component:)</p>

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<p>FRESHMEN, GET OFF OF CC!!!</p>

<p>That’s what we would have said a couple of months back. Man, we’ve gotten nice.</p>

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<p>Learn to love caffine early on. It’s a requirement.</p>

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<p>The truth? I’ll tell you the truth. I met my current girlfriend the summer I graduated from HS. She’s a sophomore now (we’re only two years apart in age though) and we’re still together. We’ve both been faithful despite the distance. Yeah believe it or not, some men actually do want a meaningful relationship.</p>

<p>I could just as easily generalize that almost all girls are just looking for people to have sex with and don’t care to have any real relationship, and as such are slutty. It couldn’t be further from the truth, but so’s what you said.</p>

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<p>that’s good :)</p>

<p>2 years isn’t a horrible difference though (for high school age). I think people mean 3 to 4 years older…</p>

<p>I think there are some guys and then some girls like that… but not everyone.</p>

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<p>I think 2 year age differences can work, and in fact, from experience, I’d say a one year age difference is better than dating someone your own age. It’s nice not to have classes with your bf/gf. But the fact of the matter is that different ages have different expectations, even if the two people start off with the same level of <em>ahem</em> sexual history. There’s no denying that my boyfriend, even though neither of us had even been kissed before each other, expects us to move a little faster than guys in my grade would. Now, if a guy likes you enough, he’ll be willing to move at your pace, but there are just differences in expectations grade to grade.</p>

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Oh sorry if I wasn’t clear. All my description that had references to the male gender were meant to be targeted at guys like of that certain nature. Not a general derogatory statement. I apologize for the potential confusion, in this instance.</p>

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<p>Once again, it was meant to be “truth” for guys like that. I’m not saying that every guy is as described, nor is every girl an innocent victim. When something happens it’s almost never, completely guys fault. I aware of how manipulative females can get, when they really want something.</p>

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<p>Mmm … I wish i knew of these things before I started high school. Some things (and just some repeats).</p>

<p>1) NEVER STAND IN THE HALLWAYS. I’ve seen this in caps all the time, but those are the worst people. i mean, i intentionally push them aside just to get aside, ultra annoying. </p>

<p>2) I regret never doing a sport because it would have been fun, but i just never did it which is sad. </p>

<p>3) i think one thing that you have to remember is to make geniune friends. remember, high school is only a few years. if some “friend” doesn’t want to be your friend, let it go, because you have college and seriously, i felt a lot of “friends” that i have in high school, i won’t keep in contact with college. so i feel that the being true to yourself is important because you will make the best friends. </p>

<p>4) Defintely challenge yourself academically, socially, and what not. Academically, take the hardest course load, and take something that you think would be fun. don’t let people’s attitude shy you from a class. that’s how ppl were about my AP Chem class, but i took it, cried a few times in the class, but looking back, it was the best class i took in high school. socially, go out and have a good time with friends. i feel that a lot of the times, i spent too much time at home working, and i regret not getting out more. but remember, drugs and alcohol is a no-no. that’s not cool. </p>

<p>5) dating … mmm … that’s been toss around a lot. you can date if you want, i think it is healthy, but it isn’t necessary. being single throughout high school (me … :/) it’s totally fine. it gives you time to focus on yourself and that is important too. </p>

<p>6) i would also say start the college search early. thoguh freshmen year is a bit early, take into consideration of schools. it will change throughout the years, but just take the time to know what your options are and what not. i wish i thought about my choices earlier because senior year, now, i’m just cramming all of this in. </p>

<p>7) avoid procrastination. it’s not fun at all. if someone tells you “AP stands for Advance Procrastination” and “IB stands for I BS” lol, it’s not true. work hard, study hard, and you will excel in high school and procrastination just hurts overall. </p>

<p>8) go to dances. i regret not going to Prom my Junior year (i hope to go my senior year!) so, homecoming, prom, and what not, go. they are always fun to just let loose for a night. </p>

<p>9) just remember, high school is 4 years of your life. in the long run of your 80 years of your life, it’s just a fraction. it’s an important fraction of your life, but remember, if something doesn’t go your way, it isn’t the end of your life. you have so much to look forward to, so enjoy it while you can.</p>

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<p>thanks for the long response :)</p>

<p>I will go to dances… I went to a private, Jewish day school before my current school, so we had Bar/Bat Mitzvahs almost every other weekend. After a while (believe it or now) it got really boring.</p>

<p>High school dances are a lot different though (went to Back to School Dance and Homecoming).</p>

<p>I have to learn #7. I know it’s bad… but… ^.^;</p>

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<p>What’s the difference between Bar Mitzvah and Bah Mitzvah? </p>

<p>And I know I already said some stuff, but just make sure you go out enjoy different experiences. A lot of times, just staying home and going to bed early might seem like a really attractive idea, but you’ll have a lot more fun if you go out and try something new. And never decide not to do something because of what other people might think. Do what you want to do, and don’t let people decide for you. This is really tough in high school because everyone is so conscious of what others think of them</p>

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<p>Boy: Bar Mitzvah</p>

<p>Girl: Bat Mitzvah</p>

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<p>I’m pretty independent like that :P</p>

<p>I’m the only freshman in the Interact (Rotary) club at my school, and the only freshman in the Culture Club xD I guess I do my own thing a lot… but I also hang out with my friends too, don’t worry (unless if you didn’t worry…)</p>

<p>Yup that’s the difference!</p>