Freshman Survival In High School

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Freshman Survival

Now that you passed middle school and about to attend your first year of high school as a freshman, there are some things you need to know before going to the major classes. One thing is that ninth grade is sort of like eighth grade, but as the year progresses there are different concepts that are new to you. Don't worry, you're not the only one; other ninth graders are confused with this too, so you should probably ask. Another thing is that you must be prepared at all times when you walk into a classroom and, when the bell rings, class starts. During your first week of high school, teachers usually give you a paper saying what you need throughout the year. Sometimes teachers want to know if you have everything, so they

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