New highschool

So, I started a new highschool. And it's definitely not what I expected. It's kind of scary actually. I know a lot of people at that school. But I sometimes don't feel like I fit in, I guess. I've been going to my old school for six years. (fifth til...

10th) And it just feels different here. I feel kind of depressed lately, like I'm missing out on something. And my classes are kind of hard. I only have one elective. But I have four more credits than almost everyone in that school. I have 16 and they need 22 to graduate (could I graduate this year? lol) . Instead of trimesters we have semesters. It's only been two days but I feel like I'll never fit in. I'm very outgoing and I'll start up conversations and such but I don't know. it just doesn't feel right...

I guess I miss my old school, and friends. But I can't go back now. I'm going here because of basketball, but that doesn't start officially until november 10. I don't think I'll survive before I have a mental breakdown.

Do you think this feeling will pass? And if you've moved to a new school, did you feel like this too?

Yes actually it took me 2 and a half years before I realized that I fit in now I'm in grade 12 :P

High school really isn't a scary place, all you have to do is find a group of people that you can be friends with, because that's really what high school is, a lot of groups lol.

You're there for basketball? You can either try to make friends, talk to people, as long as you aren't annoying you'll realize that people are very nice. Or wait until basketball starts and people will notice you lol :D

You can be noticed without having to wait for basketball. You look like an attractive girl and you said so urself that your outgoing and kick off the conversations so in class start a conversation with some one but you dont want to go with the bad crowd so you can be picky lol and go from there, it may take some time but it'll be worth it and I have felt the exact same, I went from a private school to a normal school and felt left out but luckily I had a personality and played sports so it sounds like you'll fit right in sooner or later.

Yeah, I have friends. Like I said I know a lot of people, I just don't feel like I fit in. It's kind of difficult to move when you're a junior. I thought it'd be easy since I knew people, but it's actually hard.

Yea I no what you mean its pretty difficult, so you have friends but you feel as if you dont fit in. I think you might just miss your old school, did you fit in heaps better at the old school?? because that might be the problem that your having because you fitted in better at the old one than the new one.

Yeah I fit in way better @ my old school. (And definitely not trying to sound conceited) But I was really well known there because of basketball and stuff.

don't worry about it just be yourself...as long as you stay calm and show that your confident im sure you will make new frens so fast ...you'll get ova it

&& it's high school so just have fun be in clubs and sports at school
at you will break out of your shell[trust meh you will lolz]

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I think everybody feels that way at first! it's totally normal. hang in there and it WILL get easier and you will love it! stay positive about it, don't let it get to you. huge changes like that are scarey, but it'll get better, believe me

Hope this helps:

Don't be shy! This is easier said than done for many people but it is essential. Even if you are painfully shy by nature you are in a new environment and nobody at your new school know about your shyness. So put on a big smile and start out by being friendly to everybody you see.
Introduce yourself to people when you find a seat in class. Sit down in a place where you feel comfortable (yes, the back of the class is OK) and make a point if saying hello to the people sitting near. A good opening line; "Hi, my name is Joe and I'm new here. Do you know, is this teacher any good?"
Find your niche group. Look for the type of people you were friends with in your old school and approach them. Ask if you can join them for lunch or during class look to pair up with somebody from that group. Believe it or not the majority of teens are more than happy to make a new friend.
Join a club or a team. This is the easiest way to meet people at a new school (or meet new people at your old school) because while being an organized event it is in a much more casual setting than the classroom. You get a chance to spend time with peers who have similar interests to yours and you get to bond with them in a more laid back environment.
Don't be afraid to stand out. If you are good at a certain sport or do well in a certain subject don't be afraid to strut yourself. People are drawn to people with talent and stifling yours to avoid being a show-off will only end up hurting you. So if you have a special talent or skill make it known.
Be mindful of prosocial norms at your school. This simply means try to fit in by observing the positive norms at your school. If your new school is a big football school become a fan. If your school is more academically inclined join a study group. Find out what makes your school tick and join in the fun.

Have a great year !!

You don't need to fit in; you need to stand out! That's what makes other people notice you. That doesn't mean you should shave your head or anything, but come on? Why would you WANT to stand out? Go talk to someone there! The worst thing that can happen is that someone could be a total snob...but that would be their loss, wouldn't it? I'm sure they'd be missing out on a great person. If your classes are hard you need to study harder probably. Maybe call the people you know at that school and maybe call some people you'd like to be friends with! Start up a study party/movie night...you shouldn't be shy when you're naturally outgoing. Being outgoing is a great thing, so you should take advantage of that trait. I'd love to blend in a little more, and maybe talk more, but I just don't. You're very lucky. Don't be afraid to talk to people-they probably don't talk to you because their nervous as well.

For the basketball you're going to have to be patient. Hang out with your friends and keep busy! If you know how to keep yourself busy time will fly!