I am about to head off for another year at a new school. I am not like most kids, and my opinions are pretty outspoken. I had a lot of friends at my old school but I am kind of worried about making friends at this new school. Does anyone have any advice on how I can make friends at my new school?
You'll make new friends, it just might take a little "getting to know people." Everything will be just fine. Keep in touch with your old friends at your old school, but don't ignore people trying to welcome you at your new school. --Posted by Evanescence818 10:31AM EST 03/30/04
You know, surprisingly I wish I were in your position. I've lived in the same small town since preschool, and sometimes I think it would be awesome just to go to a new school, start out fresh and meet all kinds of new people. You can become a whole new person. And no matter what type of person you choose to be, there will always be people who like you. No matter what. Be yourself, because that's who you want to be for the rest of your school days! --Posted by i_heart_the_oc 10:31AM EST 03/30/04
Hi, I was in your situation last year. I moved to a totally new state and I had to meet new people. It was chaos. See, when it comes to my friends back home where I used to live FOR 16 YEARS, I thought no one could ever come close to them, like they couldn't even compete. And I was right; I will never meet people like my friends back home. But you can meet new people. And you'll have more friends. It was hard for me to meet new people though because I didn't want to. So my advice, be yourself and don't be afraid of change, because change is the best for everyone. Good luck. --Posted by Ktighe 10:31AM EST 03/30/04
To start off, I don't know what it's like to go to a new school so I might not be much help but I'll try my best. The best way to start something off is with optimism, even if you're scared. Be happy, talk, and most important, be yourself. If you think you are different, that's okay, it's better to have true friends that you have a lot in common with than people who think you are someone you are not. I wish you the best of luck! --Posted by drummergirl416 10:31AM EST 03/30/04
I think as long as you've got interests and try to talk to people, you're sure to make friends. Just walk up to someone and compliment them on their shoes or their earrings or something and that will lead to a conversation. You can even go up to someone that is in a few of your classes and ask them to show you around or comment on the teacher... You can also join a club that you're interested in and meet other people there. Don't worry if there is one day that you sit alone at lunch! Chances are that you won't sit alone for long! --Posted by Buddahope 10:31AM EST 03/30/04
I can relate. Actually I just moved cross-country a few weeks ago, so I know what it's like not knowing anyone. Try joining a club or a sport, you'll already have something in common to talk about with the people you meet there. Bottom line: be yourself, be an overall nice person, be confident and you'll make friends. Good luck! --Posted by lolli107 10:31AM EST 03/30/04
I KNOW that you will get this advice a thousand times, but you should definitely get into some clubs. It IS a great way to meet people. Also, remember that you're not necessarily the only new one. Make it easier for others to talk to you by approaching them first. Just say "Hi, aren't you in my class?" or whatever. --Posted by dreamer890 10:31AM EST 03/30/04
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