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"I have been homeschooled for my whole life. This September, I am going for 10 days to have the experience. I will stay if I like it but I doubt I will."
--Hayley, 10

"Ok, I'm starting high school, and I'm terrified! I was popular at my middle school, it's just that it's a whole new thing! I need comfort!"
--Lia

"I used to go to elementary school in fourth grade, but after it my dad sent us to Pakistan and I was really going to miss my friends, but now I came back and was going to go middle school for the first time and I don't know how it's like and I really do hope I make good friends. I'm really frightened and scared at the same time."
--Saara, 12

"I graduated from 5th grade and I'm in summer break. I'm going into sixth grade in a couple of months. Everything's going to be different. New school, new rules, new teachers...And this year, I plan to be organized and neat. And I hope I make some new friends and see the old ones too!"
--Sakura, 11

"I got stressed out when I went to Magnet school, and I missed my friends. But I made a new friend- Gregory."
--Marcus Jr., 9

"I've been to 5 schools. 2 of them I got a boyfriend and the rest are friends...Dang!"
--Raven, 12

"I am scared."
--Anonymous

"What should I wear on my first day of middle school? Should I get any piercings?"
--Jayla, 11

"Well I miss my friends from lions school but I made new friends and there very nice they share the stuff that I don't have they stick up for me they help with my homework sometimes we fight but we find ways to be friends."
--Keaundrea

"Heck, yes I have! I think I've been in 20 schools in my 6 grades of schooling. I really didn't make friends and focused on learning...But that really didn't help me out. I would not recommend that option to anyone..."
--Karin, 12

"I just graduated from grade 5 and I'm on to middle school. So what should I do. So next year when I'm in grade 6. I hope there's no problem with teachers or the upperclassmen."
--David, 12

"In third grade, I moved from Calgary, China! It was soooooooo hard to let my friends out of my life. When I made friends at my new school, they were great! But at summer vacation, I would never see them and my teacher ever again! I cried the whole day!"
--Vina

"I moved a lot when I was a little girl, and now I'm 9. I've only had to change schools once, because I started moving when my parents got divorced when I was three, so I wasn't in school then. But I really miss my dad who lives in St. John's. (I live in Corner Brook, NL). So anyways, when I changed schools, I really missed my friend Sarah Clark. I have her phone number but never call her. She played on my trampoline once. (Now we have a bigger one. ) I have never heard from her since. I also miss my friend Madaline. It's really hard to change schools, but now I'm in fourth grade, and turning 10 this summer, and I have the BEST teacher ever! So. Give ya school a chance. Or and I've have a new best friend. (Samantha. T, and lots of other friends too!"
--Taryn, 9

"In August I start in a new school. I have never gone to public school before and I live in Africa so I have NEVER gone to a school in America. I do hope I make friends!"
--Alicia, 12

"I went to a new school last year for the 6th grade, but I won't be going to anymore new schools, because the school I go to has a feeder high school, and EVERYONE is going to the high school! Now I'm going to the 7th grade with a fresh new start of new classrooms AND new teachers! GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF THE NEW STUDENTS OUT THERE! I BELIEVE IN ALL OF YOU!"
--Leng-Pang, 12

"In 5th grade, I had to go to my home school. My stepmom taught at this school and I got to go to that school. But her and my dad divorced and I had to go to my home school. I really didn't like it. Later in the year I got to go to the school that my stepmom taught at. But while I was at my old school, something amazing happened: I met one of my best friends from 1st grade in my class (I used to go there in 1st grade). That made my school year a little better. As the year went on, like in mid Sept., I made friends with practically everyone in my class. But in that class, I only had 3 best friends: Melissa, Alexandria, and of course, Jennifer, my friend from 1st grade. I got to go back to the school that my stepmom taught in Nov. But I did miss my friends. But I miss all my friends now. =")."
--Melanie, 11

"I just got out of school so now I am a 7th grader! I have to go to a different school next year. It's summer vacation but why do I feel so sad? This boy that I had a crush on for all of last year, I'm sure he likes me back by the way he looks at me. On the last day I didn't even see him when the bell rang I guess he was in a rush...The thing is I was hoping to just say a nice "Bye" to him...And if he turned around a would tell him I liked him. But I guess it didn't work out like that. I hope I see him next year..."
--Ashleigh, 12

"I'm going to a new school--The middle school! But I know all my friends are coming with me ÔÔcuz our school system is like that...(Btw, Sara, 10, I feel sorry for you. : ( if I went to the school with you, I'd be your friend. Just approach someone and start talking to them and maybe you might be friends! Hope this helps. )."
--Kenzie, 10

"I am in the sixth grade it was really tough to leave my friends but I made new friends and now I'm going to seventh grade."
--Molly, 12

"Yes I have just graduated from Claymont and now I am going to be going to Hanby middle school I am nervous even though it's the summer time."
--Mani, 12

"I went to new school last year (I'm still at the school) I made friends with the most unpopular kid in the class but she's a better friend than the rest of the girls in that class."
--Mackenzie, 11

"I went to a new school for 1and a half years and then I moved back to my old house and all my friends still remembered me!"
--Dion, 12

"I'm going to a new school tomorrow which I'm so glad because I need to hang with my BFFs Julie, Ivy, and Briana. Plus Sly and Gobbo."
--Maddie, 9

"I'm going to middle school I'm really scared because ppl r threatening 2 beat me up what should I do? I'm really frustrated plz write back."
--Machel, 11

"I'm going to middle school for the first time and I'm scared. The school I'm going to I've heard rumors that on the first day they beat up 6th graders and they pick different targets. What if they pick me? Please write back."
--Tameika, 11

"I'm scared to go to middle school because, people say that the new people in the school I'm going to there going to beat all of us up. Plus they say that you have share lockers, and if I have to share with a geek I am going to SCREAM!"
--Crystal, 11

"I want to go to a regular public school instead of the Lutheran private school I go to right now, but my mom's giving me trouble with switching because she won't stop saying "But the hallways are longer, and the classes bigger, and you know what that means, " "Catty popular girls who make fun of you because THEY think their the best people in the world!" She is so NOT right, I could just ignore them in my class AND in the hallways! And she also is worried about me going on a bus instead of being driven by her! WHY don't parents understand? If I convince her, I might go, though."
--Chococheechee, 10

"I want to go to a new school that my friends are going to but my mum wont let me go there just because no one can take me because we haven't got a car I'm so stressed that I'm not going to have my only friends in the same school as me and everyone is going to call me a loner and blacky can you do anything to help."
--Sara, 10

"I'm going to high school next year and I'm kind of nervous. My two best friends are going with me though."
--Chris

"I know I will go to a new school next year. But I will be in the 9th grade next year but I will be ''17''years old in the 9th grade next years."
--Rachel

"Every year I move last year I moved from Paris to Los Angeles I've lived in New York Paris London Tokyo Boston Los Angeles and Cancun Mexico moving is really hard but I stay in touch with the friends I've made everywhere I've lived."
--Zoe, 12

"I was at a school when my family moved to a new town. The kids talked behind my back, thought I was weird (because I was NICE to them), and thought I was a boy when I was clearly a girl. My mom was nice about it and let me do homeschooling after attending it for two months. Advice for Alondra: just tell your mom you don't want to go. Say it straight and nicely and maybe she'll understand."
--Rosie, 12

"I recently moved to a new school and my first day wasn't that bad. Two girls became my friends right away. I'm actually glad that I moved."
--Sienna, 11

"I have gone to private school since kindergarten and am in 10th grade now. I totally hate it! It's all girls and they're all stuck up. The only thing I like is the uniforms because people can't judge u! The girls at my school are really bad--They do tons of drugs and are always drunk...And doing other things. And also there is waaayyy to much homework and tests. I spend 5 hours a night doing homework and studying! : (."
--Rachel

"This may sound kind of weird, and we are not allowed to go on dates yet, but at school, there is this boy named James and I told him to tell nobody that I like him as a boyfriend at school and then about a month later, he told some people at school and now we hate each other. What should I do?!"
--Alanna, 11

"Well two of my cousins told me to move to their Catholic school and that time my mom heard it, and now she said it was a good idea to move there. What can I do to tell her that I don't want to go????? ={????"
--Alondra, 12

"Well I just started going to this new school and it's a private school, last year I was at a public school and I loved it because of all my friends where there, and my grades were horrible last year I always got F's and I went to summer school and almost didn't pass 7th grade. Then this year my dad sent me to a private school and yea I kinda don't like it because my friends don't go to this school, and my private school is a religion school their "Christian" but no I'm not Christian I'm CATHOLIC! But ooh well I guess that's life, EVRYTHING HAPPENDS FOR A REASON! And it stinks. =[."
--Nessa

"Yes, yes, and yes. I miss you, Bailey, Leola, and Virginia (and you too, Katie)!"
--MrsNorris

"Lol. Yeah I have and it's not that bad where I am @, but sometimes I really miss where I used to be in Portland. I know it's weird, but I love the cold wet weather over there. And my boyfriend...But life is life."
--Cavalier_fan1392, 13

"Well I'm going to Crestdale in eighth grade and I hope I will make new friends."
--Whitney, 12

"I have moved like 15 times and each time I moved it was to a different state because my dad had to switch jobs so now I live in NY and I feel very lonely with out my friends at my new school so that's how I feel."
--Mace, 13

"I just recently moved from NY to across the country over the summer. I thought it was the worst summer ever, let alone the worst school year ever. But then my older sister, Elisabeth told me not to worry, you'll fit in one day. So, I took her advice. It turned out the first day of school I bonded with two girls, and I had a crush. It seems like it was meant to be..."
--Leigh, 12

"I'm new! I don't have as much friends as I wish, but soon I'll make friends. I'm SURE!"
--Alison, 9

"Next year I'm going to middle school I'm so ready but my friends aren't should I do anything or just let them suffer?"
--Cate, 10

"IML- I need advice in how to stop feeling sick when I get to school?"
--Willow, 13

"I need help now to go to my new school now."
--Yanelle

"Yes, it was so hard to fit in. I finally made new friends, but I really really miss my old ones."
--Ribbit, 9

"I have just changed schools. From a private to a public and wow there is a big difference. At my old school kids would never do some of the things kids do at my new school. I miss my friends so much, and I don't get to go on retreat, which I was really looking forward to. But at my new school I have met a lot of new friends that are really nice. And the work is way easier, we only get a little bit of homework instead of getting piles of homework. So I'm kinda confused if I made the right choice or not."
--Lauren, 13

"My mom is in the air force so I move all the time. Every time it is fun. I miss my friends but I have fun..."
--Whitney, 10

"Hi I am home school I want to go to school but I am nervous about a school and every thing on the news about does not help you know any advice."
--Marcy, 11

"Going to a new school is so lame.......!"
--Monica, 10

"I have gone to a new school. Yes, I did miss all of my friends, but I had more of a chance to make new ones! And I did make new friends. Turns out that after a week, every kid wanted to hang out with me. My advice to you is to just be yourself. If they don't like you for who you are, then they're missing out!"
--Karina, 13

"I used to be at a huge school in Washington, D. C. With about 1,470 kids in my school. Now I live in a small town in Maine with only 700 kids in my school. It is different in so many ways, but it is really enjoyable. I really miss my old friends, though. And it's cold up here."
--Robyn, 13

"I USED to be in Thurston, but I'm in WESTWOOD@! WHERE AR WE!"
--Camille, 11

"Yes, I have moved to a new school and a new district. I miss all of my friends but I definitely do not miss my old school because I was bullied there. But going to a new school has enabled me to catch up on a friend form my past and meet new people who are very nice. I have also made new friends who have more in common with me than my old friends. Me and my friends are such good friends that I don't remember how we became friends."
--Aurora

"I have went to a new school once. It was extremely hard. I missed my old friends and my teachers. I missed all the activities there. I was just starting to become popular and BOOM! I go to a different school!"
--Samantha, 11

"Yes one day I got home from school and my moms like your moving school I said why she did not answer I missed my friends so much."
--Anonymous

"I have moved I missed my friends so much but I made new friends."
--Vanessa, 10

"Yes, I did have to go to a new school my friends were not there you know it felt like I was never going to have anymore friends even though I only moved a little bit away it felt like I moved all the way across the country."
--Cynnamon

"I know what going to a new school feels like. I been to ten. People don't like and the pick on me and I cant make friends. Can someone help me please."
--Kacie J, 12

"I have gone to a new school before. At my old school, you could wear whatever you wanted, but at my new school, you have to wear a school uniform. You have to actually tuck your shirt in. Even the girls have to!"
--Amanda, 9

"Yeah, I have and I did fine, just be nice and respect your teachers and try not to get in trouble and you'll do well."
--Yoitsm, rekiahLOL, 13

"I just moved from NH, I live ME now. I haven't seen my friends since the last day of school!"
--Erin, 13

"Yeah, I miss my old friends a lot but I still made some new friends in my new school. To be honest, I miss my old school."
--Zoe, 13

"I moved from Adams Elementary to Monroe. Then I made a couple friends. Now all the girls in my class are my friends."
--Taylor, 10

"I had to go to a new school for middle school because we moved. But I was really sad because I been in that elementary school for a long time. But when I came to my new school I made so much new friends they were new also so it was even better. And my older cousin was there and she was popular so she helped me get more friends."
--Erika, 13

"Once I went 2 Indian Hill an I truly loved that school and then I had 2 go to Murphy and I missed my best friend Erika sooo much. Yes I made new friends and yes they r the best friends u can ever have."
--Taylor, 11

"I miss my friends they cared (not like my friends now) I wish I could go back."
--Nada, 11

"Well, I have been to 3 schools counting preschool. I have made a lot of friends and I have never had no friends. I can hardly imagine moving to another school!"
--Amanda, 9

"Kidva because I am still in the same area just going to middle school this year and it is in a bigger school with lockers."
--Ashley, 11

"Yes I do."
--Anonymous

"I just moved from Ohio to Kentucky this year. Although it's not a huge difference, it's still just as hard. Even though it turned out to be one of my best years and I have a lot of good friends, I still like to visit my old school and friends when ever possible."
--Joshua

"Yeah! A lot of times I moved away when I made some really good friends! Beenal (you know who you are) If you are out there, I miss you SO much! I a small town near Waco! I made new friends but some people make fun of me. Actually a lot of people do. Peace out Ellyn C!"
--Ellyn, 12

"Well I have been to 2 high school...The first one I have been there for like 5 years...And I was very popular...Last year I joined another high school in another continent and it's been a year and made no real friends which is really bad...I certainly miss my last school so much...I just can't wait to leave this one-16."
--Anonymous

"I have experienced going to a new school, but not in the way you'd expect. You see, my school burned down. It's true, I did not have to deal with a new class or teacher or making new friends, but it hurt, it really did, thinking that our school will never be the same. How do you think that me and my classmates should cope? P. S it happened about 3 months ago and today's the last day of February and I'm still really upset."
--Samira, 10

"I have moved three times. Once from Moscow, Russia to Watertown, once from Watertown to Belmont, and then across Belmont..."
--Yulia, 13

"Hi, I'm the one who wrote about moving in grade 2, grade 3, and grade 4. Of course I had old friends, and I would always miss my old friends terribly. I DID make new friends, of course, and I enjoyed everyday with them but I dreaded the end of the school year because I knew my dad had found the "Right place" and we would have to move AGAIN! But now I'm in grade 7 and I've been here for 2 full years without moving and I'm happy to say I'm also going to stay until grade 8. I just LUV my friends, they are sooo cool and now I can truthfully smile and say that I will be here next year. Thank you for having this IML and this is a great place where you can talk about your feelings! It's awesome!"
--* no name*, 12

"Let's start at the beginning, shall we? In 2002 my mom married my stepdad. In 2005 his parents moved to Georgia. Well, we started visiting and the next thing I know my mom's looking for houses down there. On February 1708 we moved to Georgia from Tennessee. I cried more than EVER. My friends cried, too (right now remembering is making tears appear). I went to my new school on February 28th. I met new friends, but they reminded me of the ones from Tennessee. I started a new journal (I gave my old one to my BEST friend) and most importantly kept in touch with my friends by writing letters, phone calls, texts, going to visit once, emails, and now webcam. I still cry now and then and they do too. But, we remember we'll see each other soon..."
--CountryDarlin', 10

"I'm in 5th grade. I'm kinda scared of middle school next year. What should I do?"
--Michellle, 10

"Actually I've moved to new schools like 3 times. One in grade 2, grade 3, and grade 4. It was really hard, 'cuz after I got used to one year, I had to move again. But then in grade 5 I went to this really neat school and I really really liked it. So when my parents saw how happy I was here, they promised I wouldn't move until grade 8, which is the end of my elementary school. Now I'm in grade 7 and I've enjoyed two happy years at my school."
--* no name*, 12

"I'm moving to Georgia in 3 weeks and I'm really sad. I'm going to miss my 6 best friends and my school. But I'll miss my uniform the most because it was my favorite thing to wear. I'm so nervous and my sister is real excited. I might not move because my dad wants custody of us. I hope we stay."
--Latasha, 9

"I was scared, because I thought I wouldn't make new friends, but I did, and it turns out they are some of the most best friends I ever had."
--Anonymous

"I hate my new school! Hate it hate it hate it. It's too fancy! Like, oh, there's shopping and a bank and this and that. And at lunch, the teachers up on the stage make us clap and if you don't clap, they make you clap and they let you talk for at least 3 to 5 minutes, but that is it. And the teachers ask questions and stuff when we eat. It's annoying because I needed ketchup when the teacher was asking those questions and the helpers who passed out ranch and ketchup and stuff, they thought I was raising my hand to answer questions, so I never did get ketchup. I made friends, but they weren't as good as my bestest friend back at my old school. Just one more year and I'm going to be going to go to junior high. I won't be going to that school anymore."
--Theresa, 11

"I miss my friend so much when in a new school? I'm in a public school my whole life and I miss being popular that's the greatest thing for me."
--Lauren

"Well...No but this new girl Breanna moved here this year and I wish we could have got to know each other but we only had 1 class together and we sat in different side of the room but a lunch that day she had this weird grin that made me think she was evil but now we sit together and it's cool."
--Annie, 10

"When I entered middle school and left some people behind, I was actually VERY HAPPY! Elementary school people were mean, but all of the kids at my middle/high school were super nice! I made tons of friends!"
--Anna, 12

"I love high school!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's the booooooooooooommmmmmmm.......By the way there are a lot of cute cute cute bbbbbboooooyyyyyyyyyzzzzzzzzzzz I love them."
--Ammy

"One Word Yeah, I kinda miss my own friends. But Back in 5th grade I was the one who always stood out of the group. But now I'm in middle school 7th grade (YEAH BE JEALOUS LOL JP) I'm like really popular (not the stuck up way. Gossip about everyone else type of popular) ’Äòcause I got like 100 friends and most of them are 8th graders!!!"
--Cj

"I'm in fourth grade. So in big trouble. You see I'm going to 6th grade later. Oh no. I don't want to get bullied. Help."
--Gabi, 10

"I have experienced going to a new school all the time in my life. I have gone to S School for kindergarten, L Elementary School for 1st through 6th grade and this year I transferred to a new School District. I miss my friends from L, and S school a lot. I do make new friends. Some of my new friends are Kevin B, Scott M, and Laikon F."
--Willow, 13

"I missed my friend so much!"
--V, 10

"Nope. But I'd guess I'd feel welcomed or just as weird as my younger sibling could be anyway."
--Raz, 9

"Hey I just started a new school. I went to public school all my life, and then switched to a private school for high school. I do miss my friends, but there are plenty of new people to meet, and I am really shy. So if you are going to a new school, don't sweat it and act like yourself."
--Lucy

"I have been home schooled since 3rd grade (I'm in 6th grade now). Just this year, we (my parents and I) decided that I should go to band at the local middle school. This was difficult for me because I knew hardly anyone. I had moved in 5th grade, so it's not like I was reuniting with old friends or anything. I'm not the biggest talker either. It's almost a miracle that I'm posting this I'm that quiet. Over the course of this year, I have started talking more with the kids in band. I've even found a boy I kinda like (he doesn't know yet. I'm too shy to tell him. ) It's gotten a lot better lately..."
--Rebekah, 12

"I have, when I was in Grade One my family moved back from Wales. Most kids were nice. The only thing was that was annoying was my spelling ( Welsh alphabet is way different than the English one! ) and that there was this one kid that kept saying I talked with a 'scottyish' accent. I don't talk with an accent anymore, but that was annoying for a while. And, yes, I did mi-correction, DO miss my friends. They were awesome! *Glares at Atlantic Ocean* It needs to be smaller. Way smaller."
--Elizabeth, 10

"Question! What makes you popular. I am Homeschooled. But whenever I go anywhere a bunch of girls treat me like I am popular. I AM NOT TRYING TO BRAG! But what does make someone popular and someone un-popular?????"
--Madi : -), 12

"I changed schools twice. It isn't really that bad. U soon forget that u r even new in the class. I just wish I was more outgoing."
--May, 11

"Yes, I have experienced going to a new school, actually I was homeschooled up until the new year, now I go to middle school (in Oregon) it's so awesome, I love it! I made lotsa new friends, and now I am on the basketball team, the cougars. We are really good! We just beat north like last night..."
--Mizzjack31, 13

"Yes I miss all of my friends because we transform from four schools and that was so hard for us I was so sad that we had to leave are friends because my best friends had are back so it's very hard changing school and I don't want to change no more."
--Tamera, 12

"I this from sacred school and my start new school m miss old school my friends Baliey and Emma and Nora a girl new friend two girl Megan and Eva."
--Chole, 9

"I have no friends and I really want to be friends with someone but I don't know how to ask."
--Teresa, 11

"Well I did make friends at my new school but I still miss my old friends."
--Kayla, 8

"I'm ALREADY popular at my new school! I'm ALWAYS texting my friends in class, and talking and passing notes and stuff! And I'm always the trendsetter at my school! I didn't ask for all of this! I'm just treated like I'm popular I guess! And don't think I'm dumb because I have Pre-AP Reading, and Advanced Pre-Algebra and more advanced classes! But I always get straight A's in all of my classes, so I wouldn't worry about grades right now..."
--Verona, 12

"Completely. I entered one as Kasey, though that's not my name. I still miss Portland, and now it's worse. I'm not used to the weirdoes here because they are WAY different and so I have a hard time enjoying my friends. Some of the popular people are nice, but others are jerks. I used to be a popular, no I'm just no one. And, there's a rumor going around that I LIVE IN A DUMP, DON'T WASH MY CLOTHES OR MY HAIR! I HATE IT! But I know I have good friends in Portland and Canby that love me, so it's all good, I guess."
--Kataray, 11

"Yes I have experienced going to a new school. I have experienced going to a new school my whole life except for elementary school grades first through sixth grade. Yes I miss my friends from my elementary school in Loudonville. Yes I have made new friends at my Junior Senior High School in Schuylerville."
--Willow Stalker, 13

"When I go to a new school I feel nervous and I don't even talk to anyone only my new best friends."
--Ayat, 10

"Yup, I have, but not so far from my old town. I made new friends, and I became popular (not stuck-up popular but popular w/ friends). The good thing about going to a new school is that you can start a new reputation. Like, last year at my old school I was a kinda-sorta nerdy, yet popular, girl, but now I'm a popular, smart, funny, competitive girl on the basketball team! : ) P. S. Eww, Kaitlin (9)! You're only 9 yrs. Old and you're already calling boys hot??? No offense, or anything. : )."
--Anonymous, 10

"I have when I started middle school. I know it is not the same. If I actually did I would miss my friends. I would probably have a little trouble making new friends because I am shy but it would most likely work out."
--Kammi, 12

"I went from a cult school (no TV or computers or name brand clothing allowed) to a religious private school (very sheltered and innocent) to homeschool (isolated from the world with a bunch of geniuses) to an ultra-liberal politically correct school (kids making out in class) and back to religious school. I've seen it all!"
--Traveler

"Yeh I went to this school called Mary Moore and I really haven't made any good friends I mean there okay but they make fun of me!"
--Michaela, 11

"Yep. Just last year, in 3rd, I moved from the U. S. A. To India. It was SO HARD because the school is so different! I used to cry every day! And the food is (still) DISGUSTING! I don't cry now, though."
--Alisha, 10

"I have never experienced having to go to a new school. I have stayed where I am today, and I have such great friends!"
--BusyGirl123

"I've gone to 4 schools. The first 3 I didn't have much friends. Now, I've been going to this school f 3 years and I feel like I fit in much better."
--Anonymous

"Well, if you count Junior High then yes. I have experienced going to Junior High this year, and I made lots of new friends, and I still kept my old friends that go to the same Junior High as me. But I miss the friends that went to different schools. ) :."
--Ashlie<3, 12

"When I went to a new school I was sad because everyone hated me because I was new to class I hated it."
--Anonymous

"My family moves every like 2-4 years so I've been in a few schools. Some of them were trash and others were the best in state. I really didn't have any friends in old schools but I lived here for 3 years and entered middle school and made friends. : )."
--Faizah, 11

"YAH, I've moved, and it was awesome! Got to start a new reputation, made new friends, became popular. I missed my old friends though. But my new crush is much cuter!"
--CoolQueen1, 12

"Hi my name is Jada and, I just moved in from Alabama and me and my mom moved to Florida. I really missed my friends a lot and I have been to that school like ever since k_5 I only stayed there for a little while I hope when I go down there some time soon. At my new school I made a couple of friends but, not really to munch I really missed my family and friends LOVE JADA."
--Jada, 10

"I transferred from Peebles to Montougue elementary school and I don't have any friends. I don't even have a friend. We didn't move to far away from my old school. So I'm asking my mom and dad to transfer back. : (."
--Kiana, 11

"I moved to a new school in 4th grade and I hated it bad. I also missed my old school and my friends bad too. In my new school, we have currency, or money, that we get if we are good. My old school had pretend currency too. But what stinks is that we have a court. Yep, I know what you're thinking, the ones with people who fine you. I know it's a punishment for doing something bad, but lets say there's a field trip. Well, you can go only if you don't have a fine to pay off. And usually the fines take forever to pay off. Sometimes they charge over one hundred or sometimes 300. They are soooo strict."
--Theresa, 11

"Yeah I have. I miss my old friends A LOT! But I made new ones, and I'm so happy I met the people that I hang out with today! (:."
--BeachBumm88

"Here's my story: I moved 3 times. I've been at my current school since da 6th grade, so all my friends except for 2 go there, and my boyfriend & I broke up in 6th."
--Erin S., 13

"Hi. My name is Katie and I was wondering if you wanted to know more about how is school going."
--Katie, 9

"I have been to two schools. I LOVE my new town*basically because of the cute guys*and it's a rich place to be in so yeah...I didn't really miss my friends because they were kinda mean...I have made A TON of new ones...Mostly the guys want to be my friend but I'm friends with most of the girls."
--Melina, 11

"Sad, but it was fun."
--Anfal, 9

"People are nice."
--Ashley, 10

"My school is closing down. I’Äôm very happy that the school is closing because sometimes teachers are mean to me and the school is dirty. Yes, I have experienced going to a new school. Yes I did miss my friends. Yes I did make new friends. Then again, I, m very sad because that school has been there since 1989. It is on the records. It is closing because our test scores are terrible. Your teacher should have told you if your test scores were down 3 times in a row you are on the list of schools closing after June you’Äôll be in a new school. I wish there was something I could do but there is not. I wish Mayor Fenty would change his mind about the schools closing. Again I say this I wish there was something I could do."
--Kate, 9

"I have been in the same school since K-3 grade. But then in fourth grade I found out I had to move to a new school called Rowland Elm. I was so sad. I called my friends after my first day of school. They told me they missed me. Sometimes I get to visit them. I really miss them a lot sometimes I wish I could go back there. P. S I have no friends at my new school."
--Nicole, 9

"I moved to Cedar Park on January. I still went to my school, then it happened. My mom told me I had to be moved to another school. I told my best friend since 2nd grade. The last day of school came and after that, I never saw her (Olevia) again. : - (."
--Destiny, 11

"YES!!!!!! I have when I moved all the way from Duluth, Minnesota. I made friends shortly when I went to Elementary. I missed my friends, but I've made tons of new friends now that I'm in 4th grade."
--Chloe, 10

"I used to be homeschooled, but now I'm not. I go to a public school. It's awesome cuz I have a lot of friends, and about 5 BFFs!!!!"
--Macy

"I have a really big crush on two kids in my class: Carson and Joel. Do I tell both of them that I like both of them? They're both so HOT!!!"
--Kaitlin, 9

"HEY yo's! I've moved (starts counting with fingers loses count, then asks calculator) 4 times to different schools but the last one doesn't really count 'cause it's middle school. And yes I did make new friends every time. My first school I was only there in kindergarten then my second school (I moved to my first house) I was there for 1st to half of 5th I had the same friends for about 5 years...Even though they turned out to be backstabbers (but that was my last day there so I was saved the embarrassment thank macaroni! ) then the last half of 5th grade I moved to another city so I got a new house and a new school and I was glad 'cause no one knew how I really was so I didn't have to be shy ( my true nature is shy and quiet and I had been that at my other schools so I couldn't exactly change...) I could be a whole new person so I made friends whom I'm friends with even now! (I'm in 8th grade and we all have different classes but we're still best friends! ) I was determined to be not normal and boring like I think I usually was so I'm as loud. Talkative and weird as a person can be (I think that just might be my true personality after the shy one) now I have class friends that even include guys!! (I used to be so shy that I would stutter and say stupid things in front of them and that would make me clam up even more...*depressed suddenly at remembering her childhood so much that her sister next to her is freaked at the frightening aura around her*) and that's kinda good 'cause even last year when I was loud I dint really have any guy friends at all 'cause id still worry about saying something stupid which would make me have a worried face and then say something even stupider than I had imagined and then regret even saying "Hi' 'cause what I had just said had sounded a lot better in my head. (my logic and way of thinking is that abnormal, and I'm pretty smart too so that really doesn't make any sense...Even to me...) so that's my life story people now I gotta leave 'cause I think I might need a counselor. LOL!! TTYL."
--Elianne, 13

"I moved when I was in fifth grade. My new school was weird. I was so scared but then a boy, john, came up to me and said "I like you" and the next thing I knew was that he was kissing me. It was a great day! P. S. This should be in best day at school but there is no room!!!!!!!!!!"
--Susan, 11

"Yup. We moved from Los Angeles, California to New York City, and it was really hard to make new friends. But I did it, and I have a new bff."
--Paris, 11

’ÄúI have moved to many schools before. I've moved in kindergarten, first grade, second grade, and third grade. It was very scary. I really made good friends. They were getting better every time we moved. Thanks for Listening!!!’Äù
--Princess, 12

"Yes, I've experienced moving, new schools, you get the point. Well, you see, my folks wanted my brother and I into the Gifted Program, so we took a test and were accepted. I thought that I would hate my new school because: 1) my best friend (s) wouldn't be there. 2) my crush wouldn't be there. 3) my fave teachers wouldn't be there. 4) I wouldn't make new friends. 5) everyone would bully the new girl. 6) I just didn't want to, because we'd have to sell our house. But then, I made tons of friends, and, one day, one of my new friends told me that I made more friends than her, and I was new. Last year she was new and she said that she only made about two friends. Harsh, isn't it? Well, I guess SOME changes are good."
--Camille, 10

"I hate high school. Everyone is mean to each other. I don't have my friends there. Help me."
--Daniel R., 11

"Have you ever been picked on when you go to a new school? well that's me. I never have any friends."
--Ithzel, 10

"I hate my new school!!! My old middle school is better than a college prep academy. At my new school, you have to tuck in your shirt and they require uniforms. Ugh!!!"
--Jamel, 11

"I hate my old school cause I would always be blamed and everyone hated me. And now that I'm in this other school I even have a best friend and I'm one of the popular kids."
--Adilene, 12

"Aaaah...Having friends is a nice thing. I came home from school thinking about the sleepovers I'll have next year. Mom came in and told me that we were moving! We got there, and I was the new kid, I missed Olympia, AND I had to make new friends ALL OVER AGAIN!!! It's hard when it's the 3rd school you're going to!!!"
--Eannahre, 10

"Ohh yesss. Last year I went to a Middle School and it was a great school. Basically the only types of kids who went there were gangsters or punks or goths so it was interesting. And so I guess you could say I'm not the most perfect child around, for I guarantee every other week I got sent to the principles office : ). Anyway, now this school year I got moved to a different school because my mom wanted to try a new and more challenging curriculum (sp? ). So she moved me to a new school. And OMGSH! Shoot me now!! I hate this school. All the guys there wear comb-overs and the girls wear tight braids or high ponytails!! Haven't they ever heard of a hot iron or or or straightener!? (No offense I do like braids and ponies it's just dumb how that's the rule...) and the make the most dumbest rules! Black nail polish is forbidden on school property! You can't wear shoes with open toes! You have to wear there stupid uniform! (All though I don't) and and garhh! Every one there sees me as some total bad girl! AND I DO NOT HAVE ANY FRIENDS THERE!!! I WANT TO GO BACK TO FOURT NORTH!!!!!!"
--I am not that bad!!!, 13

"When I moved I had to transfer to a new speech class. What should I do?"
--Samantha, 12

"At first I was excited about being in a new and better high school and going through new experiences, but after a little while I really started missing my old friends. I had been through everything with them, and now it feels like I have to start all over again. Luckily, my friends from my old school are the best ones EVER, and there is no way that they would erase me as being their friends. Now, I have twice as many friends 'cuz of both of my schools! It took some time, but in the long run it all turns out ok!"
--Rachel

School is a good way to learn but sometimes it gets a little rough. Sometimes you get a teacher or teachers that are really mean but you will get used to them. Im in the 7th grade and all my teachers are nice except 1, which is Ms. Gatlin. I mean, she calls kids Dumb Dora and all these sort of mean names. I make a lot of friends. Some of you that read this will too.
--Summer, 12

Totally! I got used 2 it tho!
--Kalissia, 11

I like school cause it is way more fun than being in the house.
--Paty, 13

Yes I have. In fact I am in a new school right now. I just started Julian Elementary School. I have made five or six new friends. Yes, I miss my old ones a lot!
--Ashlee, 9

I started a new school in third grade. When I found out I had to change schools, I was so sad : - (. I had to because my old school was getting too crowded so some neighborhoods had a school change. I knew some people from my neighborhood but they we not my close friends. I felt alone, but then I mat some people and it all seemed better. But then she turned out to be very rude. So I hung out with other the rest of the year. Then in fourth grade I met a true friend because of the math class switch. Nelly is nice and I am still friends with her now. Even though it was had at first, I am glad I switched schools : -) If I didn't, I might not know Katie, or Natalie either!
--Maddy, 12

Well, when I started 6th grade that was hard, and I didnt have a very good year. But this year 7th grade is great, because I got used to the school. And I know almost everyone so its cool. My bf from 2nd grade went with me to that school, so that was really the only fun thing that year. She changed her school this year, but Im still having a good time. I miss her though!!! I still have really good friends here too.
--Erika*, 12

School is great, but when you have to leave it is very sad cause you have to leave your old teacher. But you get a new teacher. That is fun.
--Catherine

Hi, my name is Sanna and my first day at school was good. It was good because I got to meet new people. I was so glad to get out of my old school because it seemed like I wasn't wanted. Now I am. Its good to get away from all the bad things that happened last school year. This is my experience at a new school. PS: I did not miss my friends because they did me wrong...
--Sanna

I am homeschooled Christian half of my life...
--Emily

Darrnn...My hallway locker doesn't open...: [ Only my P. E. Locker...
--Daryl

I experienced that when I went to a new school you have new friends. But I still miss my old friends. But my old friends told me to make new ones at my new school, and that's what I did. I made two new friends at my new school.
--Jose, 11

I've had to go to three schools in my life. In elementary I had to go to a different school because there was a school that closed, so some kids that went to that school went to my school. For that reason I had to transfer schools. It was really scary at first because I didn't know anyone. But then I made many new friends!!! So if you have to transfer schools, dont be scared, because it always turns out good in the end!!!
--Faith, 11

Going to a new school was hard for me. It was really hard to make all new friends, and I didnt have that many at first. But as the year went on I became the kind of person everybody loved to be around and I gained way more friends. I wasnt caught up in the school curriculum, but I eventually caught on by asking more questions and asking for help when I needed it.
--Tayler, 11

I think going to a new school is kind of cool, you know what I mean? I was kind of nervous because everybody that's older than me is really bigger than me and my friends. We were laughing at them cause we thought they were going to step on us the first day of school! But I hope your first day goes better than mine!
--Jaynna, 11

When I went to a new school I felt so sick. I got really dizzy and had popcorn in my stomach.
--Ashley, 11

No, I am not going to a new school.
--Brejohnna

Well I started middle school, which I thought was scary. Then after a few days I got used to middle school, only the hardest thing for me was to run around the sixth grade area and look for all of my classes. But physical education was the easiest place to go to because it was just to go to the yard. Well that is my story. I hope you liked reading about this.
--Yohana, 11

I had experience, yes. I do miss my friends in California. I have new friends now.
--Jessena, 11

I never went to a new school but I just go to this school Im in.
--Benny, 8

I've experienced going to a new school before, but it was in the same town. I just moved up a grade! I was kind of scared because it was really big, but other then that I think it was really fun! When you get in sixth grade you'll love it!
--Jamie, 11

YEP! YEP! YEP! All of those things are a definite YES! I miss my bestest friend Hayley and I made two new girl bbf's. And I love my new life a lot even though I miss the old one! Its all ok now.
--Rebecca, 9

I think its hard to move to a different school. Like 5th grade to 6th. You will be the little kid in the school again.
--Isaac, 11

Going to middle school is weird at first, but now I like it. But I do miss my friends who didn't go to this middle school.....
--Logan, 11

The only new school I ever went to was Pre-K to elementary to middle school. It was a huge change! I could never get my locker open. And I missed half of second period because I could not get my gym locker open. Then the 7th grade girls came in to change. I was so embarrassed, and got in so much trouble. I know miss Sunnyside and some of the people from Sunnyside only because they went to Highview. Like Megan G. If you see her tell her Dezii says hi. Tell Carly T. Hi too!!!
--Desiree, 12

I love it cuz I have a new reputation.
--Zineb, 12

I did miss my old school. Katie, did you know that the school I go to now is so weird. The school ends at 6:00 pm and they don't let us go to the bathroom because grade 1 has to use it before we use it. But who cares? I am in grade 3 now so I go upstairs. I just made 1 friend named Tia A.
--Arsh, 8

Well Im in a catholic school now, so I really miss my bff Emo. He rocked my world! But he never came back anymore, well, I mean to my new school. And Morgan, whatever. U aint Vanessa Ann, so keep dreaming!
--Monica, 11

"Well...I just started this new school...Most of the people are really nice...Some are rude...I did make a friend on my first day there though...Her name is Valyssa!! She's like my #1 person I look for at school...Though...She isn't in my class...Which stinks really bad. I actually met her at recess...And so far I've only had 3 weeks of school and she's already my best friend...I love her. She rocks...And just a shout-out if she ever reads this, LOL. HEY V!! I LOVE YOU!! I HOPE WE STAY BEST FRIENDS FOREVER!!! LOVE, Macy. LOL. Yeah. I'm kinda weird in ways, but hey. I love my best friend : D."
--Macy, 10

"Yeah I have actually. My first year at school was actually this year. I'd been homeschooled my whole life and I went to public school when I was in 8th grade!"
--Kyle, 13

"I love playing football with my friends this year."
--Noah, 9

"I think middle school is fun, but what about high school?"
--Sara, 11

"Yes, this my second week of school, and I did make new friends but the sad thing is that my BEST FRIEND FOREVER... we didn't have any classes together except chorus. And we can see each other at lunch and in the hallway, but I'll enjoy the time we have each other."
--Anjelica, 12

"I recently entered Middle School. If you're still in Elementary School, you'll be glad to know that 6th grade isn't hard to get used to. Alright...I admit, you can easily get lost on the first day...But the teachers totally expect this and will help you if you just ask. Locker combos? Easy. You turn it to your number clockwise, then the second number counter-clockwise, and then it clicks to your last number. No, it's not like on Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide (on Nick) --When the lunch is toxic waste and the teachers are evil. If that show was true-to-life, many people would consider it boring. XDDD."
--Courtney, 11

"I very much miss my friend."
--Kk

"Yes I'm at a new school, but it's a little bouishe. Plus I'm the ONLY "Black" kid in my class."
--The PR! NC3$$, 10

"I am going to one and at a totally new school in a totally new town! I was nervous at first, but now I feel much better and already have 2 best friends!"
--Vidula, 8

"I love my new school, it is soooo cool. My locker opens when it wants to (it is cursed)."
--Brittany, 13

"It's a bigger grade and a little harder."
--Caroline

"Hi everyone. This year I was in a new school. First nobody was playing with me, and I missed my old friends very much and I was always alone. But now I have lots of friends who play with me, and I don't feel lonely anymore."
--Yuri, 10

"Yes, I am going to a new school. It is Colwck. Yes, I miss my friend. Her name is Tiffany. She goes to Eiseinber."
--Alexis, 10

"I love my new school better than my old school. GORGE V. KIRK middle school rocks~!!!"
--Lilly5210, 13

"This school year is so much better then last year by far. My teacher is nice this year because I changed schools. Now I'm at Fitzpatrick. By the way, my real name is Vanessa ann. I love Zac Efron sooo much. Well, bye now."
--Morgan, 9

"Just did, but coming together pretty well. I think I'll like it here."
--Hollie, 10

"No I didn't. Yes, I missed all of my friends but I met a lot."
--Katia, 9

"I miss my old friends, but I made new ones."
--Angel

"Well, not really. I've been homeschooled all my life, and it's awesome. Sometimes I wish I could go to public school, but my mom says that's not an option. So I go to homeschool!"
--Leia, 11

"I don't like school."
--Brejohnna

"Yeah, I have experienced going to a new school. I'm in a new one right now. I don't miss my friends because almost all of them are with me. But I miss my friends that didn't go to my school. A LOT! But I did make new ones. They're really nice and really cool!"
--Odalys, 11

"Last month, I went to a new school called Zamora Elementary. I was in third grade. My teacher was Karen M. She is a lot fun and I am very fond of her. I like Zamora Elementary a lot..."
--Jarrod, 8

"Yes I did go to a new school. At first I did, but then I got new friends and they are so cool..."
--Fanny, 13

"Katie, no, because I still have my old friends at my school. From Arshdeep."
--Arshdeep, 10

"My first day of school was actually a lot better than I thought. At first I was really nervous about fitting in, but soon I realized that even though some kids may have more friends than me, it's O. K. As long as you finish your homework, try not to be tardy and always do what is right, school will be a breeze. : )."
--Christianah, 12

"I like it."
--Ji Hyun, 4

"School is hard if you just moved. A word from the wise: be yourself..."
--Sruti, 10

"A new school is a new beginning. You can have new experiences, friendships, and new adventures, but still look back and smile on the old ones. It can be scary, but when you face it with a smile and God by your side, it's easier."
--Haley, 11

"Yeah, I've gone 2 new schools like...Ummmmmm...Let me count really fast...I've had 2 switch about 5 times, and heck yeah I missed my friends!!! Well of course I made new ones! Duh!!!"
--Noneofyourbeeswax, 11

"I changed schools 3 times K-4th then I Moved and 5th-6th and Now this year 7th I'm at a new school. It's pretty fun but the 7th is over crowded. It's like you get a new life to start over and forget the mistakes you made and really forget your PAST. Also you make new friends and NEW CRUSHES, BOYFRIENDS!!! DCSHOEUSA RULES!!!"
--Dumb_Chix

"Yeah, I just outgrew my middle school and now I go to the high school. I don't really miss my friends because I get to see them sometimes in class or lunch, but I do sort of miss seeing everyone I know all the time. I haven't really made any new friends yet, but I sure hope I do!"
--Estelle

"I homeschool."
--Tammi, 12

"Hey Katie, My real name is Dorsa. I really miss my old school when I use to be a child leader (my best friend's the captain) and popular. I totally miss my gang! And all the fashion scenes. We had a lot of crushes too. I just miss them so much..."
--Fashion girl

"I moved from Canada to America because I did not like it down there and I had to leave all my friends. And I met some new friends at my school. I still call my old friends on the phone and I miss my friends because we do a lot of things. We play outside. And I want to move back up there so bad that it makes me want to go up there by myself. And I miss my other teacher. Her name was Mrs. Smith. She was a nice teacher in the school and she gave me candy when I left from down there."
--Destiny, 10

"My new school is great. I wear a uniform. I'm in grade two. I love my school. I made new friends: Jennifer and Funmi. I like to call her Fun-mee, and I like to call Jennifer Jen. My other friend is Ginyette. I call her Get and I. B. K. I don't call her anything. She has such a easy name. My other friend is Bussy. I call her Bus. And I have Dina my friend, but also my Grade 3 Buddy. I call her nothing, just Dina. And I have Sema as my friend, but never tried to talk to her, just shared my lunch. See? you can make lots of friends. You don't have to be cool or have long hair and good-looking hair. All you need to do is be nice to them. Remember: NO BULLYING! BE FRIENDS!"
--Priya B.

"I hope one of you new students enjoyed your new school, and I hope you students made lots of new friends..."
--Gaby, 10

"I have experienced going to a new school. I missed my friends, but I made new ones too. My new school is different from my old school in almost anyway. I moved this year. I still miss my old friends, but I get along at my new school too."
--Michelle, 8

"I didn't make new friends ''cause I am in the same school. But I got new teachers. I am in 4th grade and I'm sad 'cause my friends are not in my class. But last year I was in 3rd grade and I miss my teacher Miss Gaytan. But I see her, and my cousin got her, and I got sad, and I miss her. And I got to sing. Oh, and when I came from school, my mom brought me a bear. And I miss my brother 'cause he went to the army. And I hope that he is okay and I hope that he sleeps okay and eats well."
--Vanessa, 9

"I thought my teachers were going to hate me, and be mean. I thought I was never going to start with an "A" and finish with an "A"."
--Tyler, 12

"It's very hard going to a new school."
--Laine

"Hey everybody. Last year I was in a new school. First I was kind of nervous..."
--Amina, 10

"I can't open my locker at any school I go to."
--Anonymous

"OMG! I moved from America to Canada! It was such a big change for me! I had to leave all of my friends! I went to this new school and I made SOME new friends! But still I wish I could go back to my old school and see my old friends!"
--Princess, 13

"Yeah!!!!! So many times! I moved to Canada in the 3rd grade- so okay, that's one school, then the next year I changed schools once more (the other school was too far away), then the next year I moved schools again. I stayed in that school for 2 years. Then I started high school, so that's a new school. And I moved again this year, and so I start a new high school. Then next year I am moving again, so that's another school...Mhm. At first I saw moving schools as something I hated, but now I do want to change, because I start a new adventure. But then next year, and the others...don't u think is a bit too much? =[."
--Maria-Paula

"I switched schools, and now go to a charter school. I switched to a charter school where I hardly knew anybody. But this summer I met a girl at camp who was going to the same school as me, and now we are best friends. So Gracie, I thank u for being my friend."
--Tjcagurl101, 11

"Well...I have been homeschooled for 5 years, and I wanna go back to public school, but I don't know what to do. So...What should I do??"
--Kimi, 11

"Yeah. I have to move to a new school. 5th grade was 'sposed to be the best year EVER at my old school. On the last day of school, there was going to be moonwalks, water, a rock wall, and a whole lot more! And only the 5th grade could do it! My stepmom is a teacher at my old school and she helped me with anything. All my friends cried when I told them I would never see them again. I cried too. : (."
--Melanie, 10

"I'm going to a new school this year for grade 7, and I'm scared to. I went to a new school last year when we moved here."
--Aimee, 12

"I experienced going to a new school two times. I missed my friends. I thought that I wasn't going to, but I made new friends."
--Nicole, 13

"Okay, it's hard, because you don't know that many people at a school that you've never been to, which is common. You might get used to it and you'll make friends. But that's not how my new school was like. It had dumb rules. Have you ever heard of those kind of schools that have pretend money? Like, if you do something nice or useful, they give you one. Well, my new school had that. I was used to that, because my old school was like that too, except that my new school had a court. You know, the ones where you get fined. That's the one. They slam the hammer right in front of your face and sometimes when you haven't paid off your fine yet, and there's a field trip, well, you don't get to go until or unless you don't have a fine. Which stinks."
--Tomboy Bookworm, 11

"Well I am going to go to 5th grade, but next year I'm going to a private school in Palos Verdes. But it goes from pre-school to high school. I live in LA. My friends all will go to the same school. I will miss my friends. What should I do, go private or public?"
--Gorgeos, 10

"I am going to a new school this year and I don't know what to expect. The last school I went to was a Christian school, and now I'm going to a public high school. I wonder if people are going to go around swearing all the time, or what is up."
--Someone, 13

"I'm going to a new school this year and I am so scared!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
--T-Gurl, 12

"I'm going to middle school and only one of my friends is taking the same courses I am. I don't even know what to do on the first day of school."
--Azayˆ¢, 10

"Have you ever felt weird about going to a new school? I have."
--Madison, 8

"I moved to WI and have to go to a school I'm totally new to! I am so scared I won't fit in, but my crush (who also goes to the school) assures me I'll fit in. And another girl I met (who goes to the school) said the boys will be head over heels in love with me. So I feel a little better. Thanks for taking your time to read this..."
--Samantha, 11

"I move schools a lot! In kindergarten I went to this really big private school, then in grade one I went to a public school, grade 2 and half of grade 3 I went to this small private school, and then for the other half of grade 3 I went to a public school. Then in grade 4, and 6 I went to another public school (I'm going to grade 7). And when school starts again I'm moving to private school."
--Ore, 11

"Akuni, 11: I'm going to Nova Middle School too, and none of my friends will be there. They're going to another Middle School. This is soooooooooo unfair!"
--Karisma, 11

"I have experienced going to a new school. But I didn't lose any of my friends. All of my friends went with me. I was transferring to middle school. But I still made new friends. I still keep memories from some off my little friends that I had there at elementary school."
--Lanicqwa, 11

"I've changed schools three times. I still keep in contact with my second-grade friends. I did make new ones, though. One was named Katie and the other was Virginia..."
--HermioneFan66

"I'm going to a new elementary school soon for fifth grade, and I'm just not ready to leave my friends and teachers. It's just to hard for me to deal with."
--Destiny, 10

Yes, I am going into a new Elementary (Lewis, my old school, only went up to 5, my new one goes up to 6). I miss all of my friends at Lewis A LOT! I moved only 30 minutes from where I used live. But when you think about it, Its a LONG way when U when born and raised there, where all your friends live. I dont consider this my home. Im not ready to forget loving Portland!
--Kasey, 11

I change of school a lot. The last year I passed to middle school and it was a big change of school. I do not miss my friends at all because I keep sharing with them and I make new ones. This year I miss some of them because I don't have the opportunity to talk with them, but I make new ones again. I miss them because I have passed a lot of years with them too.
--Naty, 12

Yes. It was scary at first but I met new friends, and I felt like I was at my old school again.
--Alex, 11

I am going to Nova Middle School. You have to wear a uniform there, and you have to have 8 classes. My sister and our stepsister are going to the high school. Theyre only 12! Anyway, Im not scared, cuz only a few of my friends are going to that school. Good luck to all going to middle school.
--Akuni, 11

No. Yes, I do miss my friends from my old school. A little bit.
--Willow, 12

Dear Katie, Yes I have experienced going to a new school. You do miss your old friends. If you want to talk to them, get their phone numbers, than make a phone list and ask what times theyll be home, then call them at that time. And yes, you do make a lot of new friends. You might make friends the first day, or it just takes a while. I hope these help you.
--Alicia, 10

I am going to middle school. I am so scared. It is so new to me already.
--Leandra, 11

Have you ever been The geek in school? Have you ever been Popular??
--Audra, 11

Next year Im going back to the states and I'll be going to a public school. Of course I'll miss my friends, and my dream is to make new ones and become POPULAR!!
--Alicia Ruth, 11

When I was 9, I heard my parents talking about moving. I remembered how I felt. Things started to run in my mind, like 'Why are we moving? 'and What about my friends? '. Time went by and I said goodbye to my friends and teacher. A few years went by and got used to my new school (sometimes I still miss my old friends).
--Courtney, 11

Im going to Northeast middle school next year. I am nervous because all my friends are going to James martin and Piedmont. So I need some advice on how to introduce myself to new people cause I am really shy!!!!
--Rachel, 11

New school is like a new beginning. You can start all over and make new friends. When I moved from Arizona to California I was pretty scared and shy. And now that I have new friends Im all loud and funny. Its pretty nice moving to a new school, and I love all my friends that are with me. D: P.
--Theresa C., 13

I am entering the fifth grade and next year. For middle school I am going to a new public school (I go to a private school). Im not scared because I know that if I keep myself open to make friends and focus in class I will do fine!
--Anonymous

I am going to a new school. I did not move or anything, but Im going into jr. High and Im nervous.
--Bre, 12

Yes, I had to switch from a school when I was starting 1st grade that I've stayed in for 5 years now, and now Im going to be experiencing it again as I go to middle school. Yes, I made new friends that I still have today, and over the years have made new friends, and sadly, bullies.
--Jennifer, 13

Moving to middle school was a change of pace for me. I missed all of my 5th grade friends, and I so badly wanted to be popular. The thing is, you just have to relax. Go with the flow. You'll find new friends. I found a whole bunch of people I love being around.
--Shannon

In second grade, I was at Ryder Elementary in NY. I had Mr. Reynolds as my teacher (he was also my first grade teacher). He was okay in first grade, but WAY too strict in second. He even gave me suspensions! I had to be homeschooled for the rest of second grade by Mr. Forman. My parents are looking into sending me to another school for third grade. I hope third grade will be better than second.
--Millard, 8

I dont know, but it will happen to me.
--Miley

No I havent, but I go to this school called Gerald Wright Elementary.
--Alexis, 8

I am going from being an 8th grader to a 9th grader and switching from my middle school to a Jr. High, so I would have to leave everyone I knew anyways. I was dealing with a lot of stuff at my old school, like my ex friends lying about me and stuff, so I am happy to move. I'll let you know later how it goes.
--Jerrika

Are you going to a new school? Do you miss your friends? Are you making new friends? If not then keep trying. It was hard for me. All of my friends moved away.
--Julie, 12

When I had finished fifth grade, we moved to another city. I miss my old friends, but I have a lot of new ones here who I have a lot in common with.
--Amanda, 13

I have to move from Ellijay all the down to Kennesaw. Me and my friend really miss each other. I don't even know if I like the school. I wish she was with me. It would make school soooooo much better.
--Anonymous, 13

I recently left my school, and am going to a new one this year. I totally miss my friends, but Im sure Im going to make new ones this year!
--Emily, 11

When I was in Kindergarten I went to a public school. Then I was homeschooled in 1st and 2nd grade. Then I went to a private school in 3rd grade that I still go to now. I was so nervous at the open house, I cried. Then all the girls in my class came up to me (well except for one girl who had just left who has ended up being one of my best friends) and told me they wanted to be friends with me. I felt so much better then!
--Ballerina<3, 13

Zoe, 11; don't be scared! It may seem hard at first to leave your old school, but trust me, private schools are a lot smaller than public schools, so you will have a smaller chance of getting lost or ending up in the wrong room, and a larger chance of making new friends! I go to a private school, and I love it!
--Cocobean, 13

Maika, 8: I had to move before. It was kind of hard leaving my old house. To get over your sadness of moving, look at the great things about your new house and your new neighborhood. Although you have to leave your friends, you should still stay in touch (like I did). Try making new friends in your neighborhood (I did! Actually, when I first moved in my neighbor who is now my friend yelled out the window Hi people across the street! I hope you like your new house!! She seemed really nice and we ended up being friends! ). As for your new school, do the same thing! I really hope this advice works! ~Have a safe move!
--Dancinqueen, 13

I had to move 3 schools now. I stayed at one school for Pre-School. It was a public school, but my parents wanted me to learn religion. So I went to a private school for Kindergarten and half of 1st grade. We had to move and I couldn't say bye to anyone, not even my best friend Colleen. I then went to a private school for the next half of 1st grade, then second grade, and then third. I will go to the same school for fourth grade.
--Angelique, 9

I know EXACTLY how you feel. It was just last year when I was entering the 5th grade. I was SO worried for the same reasons, but I did make new friends and you will too. Most likely you will miss your old friends, but be able to stay in touch with them by writing letters or calling them on the phone.
--Hayley, 11

Dear Katie: when I had to move school I was SO sad and angry. And when I got to my new school, I didn't have any friends left, and I still haven't. Bye you all. x x x x x x.
--Coconut, 9

I have experience going in a new school. First I liked it for a few months but then some kids were being mean to me. I tried my best so they could accept me. Luckily, 3 girls became my friends. But I had a bully named Jorge. In 3rd grade he was very good to me. But I did something wrong or something bad to make him feel very bad so I guess he wanted to do the same as what I did to him. But he did this till 4th grade.
--Anonymous

I am about to experience going to a new school because Im moving to Virginia soon. I'll be going to high school there, which is sad, because I'll miss all my friends here in New Jersey. But the good thing is making new friends and meeting new people. It might not be bad as I think, but I dont want to leave New Jersey. I was born here. I was raised in Atlanta, Georgia. I guess we have to go because my mom already got the place. On moving day I will cry because I will miss my friends and my old home here.
--Melissa, 8

Im moving this summer because of my dads job and Im switching from public school to private school, and Im really scared.
--Zoey, 11

I have gone to 3 schools so far, and I have kept my real friends and made lots of new ones.
--Carolynn, 11

I miss some of my friends, but my other friends move with me. Of course I make new friends, but I like to focus on the wonderful friends that you already have and trust.
--Anna, 12

When I went to school at Griffen Elementary I stole more than a hundred bucks. Everyone hated me and my friends teachers talked about me. My family doesnt trust me, my teacher and friends dont either. I hate my life.
--Samantha, 9

Everyone hated me when I was new. They called me dumb.
--Anonymous, 9

I moved to a new school. I was sooo sad. Lots of people didn't want to be my friend. After two months I found a friend.
--Swati, 10

No, and I hope I never have to!!
--Tiffany, 12

Happy 4th of July, everyone! Okay, Katie, I have to answer your question fast because my family and I are going down to the beach soon. I have experienced going to middle school, but all my buds are there. So...Guess Im done here!
--Dorianna, 13

I only have one friend in my new school. Her name is Reishelle. My new school is SLULES or Saint Louis Laboratory University Laboratory Elementary School. SLU is the best school or hospital in Baguio City.
--Leiza, 8

When I went to a new school, I wasn't accepted. And the day I came to the new school, I was still some sick from traveling, so I threw up right on my desk...Luckily my teachers were nice.
--Noname, 10

I moved to Applewood, I changed schools, and halleluiah! I don't have any friends (except Taylor and LiZhi who live 1 hour away). Applewood is just OK to me.
--Taylor, 9

When I went to a new school for the first week I kinda kept to myself. But I did talk to the others, but let my creative side do all the talking. Basically I say be yourself.
--Ashley, 11

Yes, I have experienced going to a new school. When I first moved, I thought I was going to hate it because the teachers in my old school were very mean. But instead, on my first day at my new school, the teachers were really nice! I was so surprised, I could hardly say a thing. Now I love my new school and I hope I never move back to my old school.
--Hannah, 9

I went to 3 different elementary schools and I was shy and I had friends, but I was just the background and didn't stand out. But then at my 3rd new school, I was identified as Gifted and became one of the smart kids.
--Izzy, 13

I have experienced that. When I was 7 I transferred to a different elementary school. I missed my friends, but the new school was very nice and welcoming, and not as many bullies. I made really nice new friends. My old friends from my old school had forgotten me. When I tried to talk to them, they'd turn their back on me.
--Joanne, 10

Nope. I am homeschooled Christian and I am very happy!!!
--Emily

Im going to move in a few days 51 blocks/avenues away from my friends and my favourite tree to climb [waaaaaaaaaaaah! ]. My question is how do you deal with the great memories you had in your old place and how do you deal with it?
--Maika, 8

Im going to a new school this august. This will be my second time moving, but I will not miss my school because it's a dumb school.
--Abby, 10

When I left Fairview the German language school. Must give 'em propz!!! I had told all my friendz that I was leavin and they all said they'd miss me after I left. I got sent to the phoenix community leaning center. I felt that Fairview was wayyyy better 'cuzz they didnt have dorky lame uniforms, but they made kidz very successful azz they grow.
--Theitgirl

I was scared on my first day of a new school but then I finally got used to it and got good grades studied a lot it was fun but then on the last day I cried!
--Jasmeena, 11

My mom and dad might send me to Military school. I not afraid because I want to be in the Army. Yeah, Im gonna miss my old friends but when Im 18 Im going in the Army.
--Vanya, 9

I recently moved to Texas, and I had to go to a new school. It had no orchestra, which totally stunk because I was a violinist (1st chair). The school placed me in easy classes but the teachers moved me to Pre-AP. I met these to kids who were totally like me Kathryn and Jenn and we ended up being my best friends. I did track and xcountry and loved it!
--Anna, 13

No but I will be and Im getting separated from ALL of my friends that Ive known forever! Even my best guy friend! He's my crush, too! Boohoohoo! : - (. WAHWAHWAH.
--Countrygirl, 11

Im going to be sad.
--Adriana

I moved to a new town when I was in 2nd grade. I remember being scared to death and praying I could go back to my old school and friends. However, once I met the kids in my class I realized I had nothing to be afraid of. I kept my old friends and was able to make many new ones. Don't be discouraged just because youre going to a new school. Take it as a new opportunity to meet people that could be your lifelong friends...
--Amanda

My parents want to take me to an other school next year...But Im really against this idea...'cause I was in the same school from the first grade & I don't wanna be seprated with my friends now...Even if I know that I can make new friends easily...
--Alex

No. I have never experienced going to a new school. I have been basically in the same spot my whole life. (I actually enjoy being in the same place because I know my place and my city well, and I don't have to learn about a new city. ) If I would have to move, yes! I would miss my friends dearly! It would be a bit of a challenge to make new friends, but I know that I would be able to make new friends!
--BusyGirl123

New schools stink, and I don't have any friends, and Im happy that way. So there. *whimpers* OKAY IM LIKE TOTALLY LONELY!!!! I MISS MY OLD FRIENDS SO MUCH!!!
--Evangeline

Totally experienced that dude. It feels sooooooooooooooooo bad. I kind of feel that I had that feeling a long time and a long time ago!
--Sweetie pie

Yeahh. It kinda stunk. I had to make all new friends; but the good thing was that I made a whole bunch of new friends. : ].
--MONiCA. : ], 12

Last year, I moved here. I hate this school. It stinks because there are only 5 people in my grade. So bye.
--Brianne, 12

Well my question is that when I have to go to middle school I have heard a lot if bad things they do there, so Im scared that when I go there I might get lost in the school or I might get into a fight there. Maybe they also might make try to do things I dont want to do. So what do you think I should do about my new school problem? If you can answer my problem thats great but if you cant that fine. I know youre probably busy answering other peoples questions, so just dont worry about it. Well bye, and thanks.
--Jesse, 11

Yes because I am going to a new school next year and I am excited but scared because I am gonna be in 5th grade and most of the 5th grade teachers at my old school knew me so I am afraid to tell my new teacher when I get my period and stuff. I am going to miss my friends but I will make new ones!
--Carrie Ann, 10

I hate moving and going to a new school. You have to start over with new people and most the time if its not a full up military school than most people have been friends a long time. I like making new friends but the first day of school is always hard. Its good though when you finally make a good friend at the school who helps you out and shows you around...
--Kelsey

It is all work.
--Anonymous

Yes when I was in 3rd grade, we moved. My dad got a new job. I lost my friend, a boy, Tommy, and others. So my little sister Nicole, my youngest sister is only 2, yet she goes to daycare and Ashley is in preschool, best Jessica.
--Rachal, 10

Also they wear uniforms to school now. Ashley is in school, 1st grade.
--Rachal, 10

Did you miss your friends? Did you make new ones? How about boyfriends?
--Karla, 10

When we move we go to a new school, but my parents didn't understand that I had friends. And I can't see them again.
--Sedona, 10

Yes, I have experienced that and it stinks you will miss your old best friends but you will always make new ones!
--Tandi

Me and my sisters are going to a new school and Im not to scared but the other school we went to my older sister ran away my friends and then I had to sit with her friends. It was so stupid.
--Emma, 11

Well I am going to middle school next year and I am moving to a new school. But I also did move to school in kindergarten and third grade. I did make new friends all you have to do is introduce yourself and just talk and be cool.
--Rachel, 11

My first day of school was scary. I didn't know anyone. Now I know everyone!
--Anonymous

Well no but I read a book about 2 kids who are spies and they have moved from state to state about a million times and at the end the dad says c'mon we're moving.
--Jon, 9

Im homeschooled right now (and I hate homeschool) but Im going to start going to public school and I don't know anything about public school so Im nervous. I was wondering if you guys can tell me what public school is like?
--Malikah, 11

I like going to a new school and know why because this year I get to be in 4th grade.
--Anissa, 9

The answers are: yes, yes, no.
--Grace, 10

No.
--Mira

When I go to my new middle school next year my best friend won't be with me. Middle school is hard enough but without my bff- I just dont know.
--Casey, 11

I just went to a new school. I made new friends before the year even started. I didn't miss my old friends becuz I realized, they weren't my friends! They were fake! Now I know real, true friends are better!
--Samantha, 12

I had to go to a new school when I was in 3rd grade. My best friend and I used to be close together, but now we're further apart. I still get to see her occasionally, but I miss her a lot. I made a number of loyal friends at my new school, but sometimes I feel that my old school was more harmonious.
--PuppyLove, 12

Well, I remember the day I went to my new school. I was in 2nd grade. Everyone stared at me, and eventually I made some new friends who still are my BFs now. My old friends and I still IM and email all the time. No wonder I have so many people on my buddy list...Lol.
--Elizabeth, 10

No I maybe will.
--Rebecca

One time my mom said that I was going to a regular school and I thought it would be fun. But then she got a curriculum for home school. And I really wanted to go.
--Joshua

I have experienced it a million times. It's not hard except when I had to move from state. I have 2 best friends now. Yamina and Sarah.
--Chilean Girl Gery, 11

I am going on to middle school in 3-4 weeks. What will I do?
--Amber, 10

Yeah. In kindergarten I went to one school and after it was over I had to go to a different school for first grade. I went there 1-5 grade. But now Im getting ready to go into Eighth grade in September. Yes, I made new friends but it was hard.
--Cameron, 13

Well. I AM going to a new school. But I have been the new" girl once. I was very shy and didn't make friends for about 2 and a half weeks!
--Kate, 12

Katie, Yes. I did go to a new school before. I missed a lot of friends and I miss them now too. But I made new ones. Now I am not that lonley how I used to be.
--Michelle, 10

"As a 4 yr old, I went to private school. When I was 7, then I went to public school and I still am!"
--Alyssa, 10

"I started going to kindergarten at Crossroads Elementary. After one normal day my mom picked me up from school & I looked out the window & I saw that I was somewhere that I had never been before. I was at Hillside Elementary my current school!"
--Maddie, 8

"Yeah...But I got used to it real quick."
--Aang, 9

"Not really, unless you count switching from pre-school to kindergarten to elementary school to homeschool switching schools. I don't make friends easily even though I try really hard to smile and be friendly."
--Flyindolfin32, 11

"I'm homeschooled but in August I'm going to BareBranch!!! It's gonna be sooo fun!!! But I'm a Christian, I was going to go to LightHouse but my mom decided I'm going to BareBranch because it's probably more fun it has more stuff to do in it and LightHouse probably won't be very that fun because it's probably like kinda plain, ya know? Well bye!!!"
--Hallie, 8

Yes I've been in a lot of new schools and I probably miss my old friends and I didn't make a lot of friends.
--Darlene, 10

Well when I moved schools I kinda had absolutely no friends for about a week. I was alone and then all of these little kids said I was pretty and asked if I wanted to play ponies with them. Of course I was in grade 1.
--Kahlia, 11

I had to transfer to MCH from another school in PA and it was horrible. All the kids hated me because I was new and it was very sad because nobody would be my friend except two girls. But when I got to middle school everything was great. Now I almost have a BF and I have TONS of friends!!!
--Lexa, 12

I've been to 2 different schools, not counting the 2 different homeschool books.
--Macy, 10

When I go to a new school I feel very nervous. I miss my old friend because I had fun moments. But going to a new school is like very hard to do. I just hope I could make new friends...
--Jerome, 12

I have experienced going to a new school when I first came to sail. I just came in to the door and hung my all my stuff and every one was looking at me because I was a new student and I didn't know anyone. I didn't have a lot of friends at my old school but I guess I did miss them but I did make new friends at sail and I got to know every one of my classmates and I have made more new here then un my old school. That is my experience of going to a new school and making friends.
--Carlos, 12

Going to a new school is some time fun and some time it is not. Some time it is fun because you meet new people. Some time it is not because some people are mean to you. Some time it can be hard because some time you dont fit in. But going to a new school can be fun.
--NERY, 12

Going to a new school was hard for me because I missed my friends and I didn't think I fit in. Going to a new school is still hard for me now. Especially with more subjects less free tie and tons more home work. I think it will be a cool new experience though because I get to make new friends (both girls and boys). I also think it will be fine so I keep an open mind.
--Nysha, 11

Ive moved 4 times. It doesnt feel good when u move. Especially when you made friends. How do I get over this??????????????????
--Mkayla, 9

I am starting middle school this fall. How is it like? Are the teachers nice?
--Michelle, 9

Im going to a new school in August. None of my friends go to the same school I do though. : ( Oh well, I'll make new friends, and still keep my old ones. ('cause Im homeschool right now and most of my friends are from church! ).
--Macy, 10

I have experienced going to a new school, because when I moved it was kind of a hard time for me. And I didn't really have any friends when I went in the 5th grade, because no one really liked me.
--Caroline, 13

School ends in 2 months. After that Im switching schools and going to the (gasp) MIDDLE SCHOOOL!!! All my friends r gonna go 2 the school Im not going to. Im NERVOUS (and excited) but mostly nervous!
--CuteGirl, 11

Yes, Ive moved five times. Its sort of fun except you have to make all new friends.
--Adrienne, 12

I have moved cross the country 6 times since I was born, so yeah, I basically had to make new friends. OMG Im moving back to CALIFORNIA IN TWO YEARS!! It's where I lived when I was 4 and 5, it's also where I BELONG!! I hate where I live now. It's a dingy little almost-all-white town in Massachusetts...
--Chloe, 11

When your family moves it's TOUGH because you are meeting new people, new places, and new schools. I have moved 15 times since I was born. It was hard but thankfully I have been in the same place for 3 years.
--Courtney, 11

Yeah it was the big move from elementary to middle I miss my old friends but I made a whole bunch of new ones so don't sweat it if you are going to a new school just be yourself!
--Mati, 12

I like it.
--Isaiah

Cory, 10: Hey! Im from British Columbia, Canada too! I love it here it is sooo beautiful. What province do you live in now?
--Bri

I have never been to a new school and I dont think that I would so thats it.
--Shelby, 8

I had to switch schools in 1st Grade, but now I have to leave the school Im currently in to go to middle school. Im so upset! : (.
--Noname

I've never gone to any other then Holy Trinity School.
--Tessa, 9

I have never been to a different school, but I know one thing: if you ever move and have to go to a new school don't be shy. Jump right into the fun and be yourself!!!!!!!!!!!
--Hailey, 12

Yes, I miss them. I loved them very much. I am alone.
--Alexandra, 12

Yes.
--Audrey, 11

Going to St. Mary's Academy! They accepted me! Awesome! Wish me luck!!
--Sarah

I moved from Italy, and I left all my friends behind. I made some new ones, and they are really nice! I know that I have to move again now, this time, I have to move to New York! I am still a little scared but I know I am going to be all right!
--Sophie, 12

I haven't made any friends in my new school! I am now kinda sorry I didn't look around at the other schools I could have picked.
--Paul, 13

Since my mom is in the military we are moving and I dont want to leave Hawaii. I first went to school there. So it is pretty hard leaving the state you love.
--Julia, 9

Well I don't miss my friends because they go here too. My new school is so hi-tech!
--Garrett, 11

I haven't yet, but my best friend in the whole world is from Texas. She moved from lots of friends. P. S: I just read most of the older posts on this topic and there's another Courtney...And the same age! : -) Hope nobody's confused.
--Courtney, 11

I moved to a different school in year seven because I was getting bullied, it really helped me out actually. Cos I have made new friends and I havent got bullied once. It really helps, you should try it if youre getting bullied.
--Jordan, 13

Yes. I missed my friends. I made new ones.
--CoolBoy, 8

I do miss them. Its hard to get new ones. But, when you get use to it, you'll find some friends in no time!
--Courtney, 11

I have! It was real hard because it was during Katrina. I had to go to school in FL. I had 2 friends and meet nice people but most people thought I was mean and insulted me the whole 6 weeks! The hardest part was not knowing. I didn't now when I was going home or if I was every going home. I had to shopping for clothes because I only brought 3 outfits and 1 pair of shoes. Also girls would spread rumors about me. One day they were talking about stuff they would give to kids in Katrina and I started crying because I had nothing to give. All my stuff was at home! I didn't know if I had a home. On the last day of school people were nice to me. I was glad I was going home! Even the mean kids finally realized what they did and said sorry for everything you went through. My house did lose its roof and I lost only like a couple of stuff.
--No Name Please, 10

Only from preschool to elementary. I didnt really have friends.
--CuteGirl, 11

When it was my last day at Bensley Elementary school I was nervous about going to Chalkley Elementary school because I thought that my new teacher wouldn't like me and kids wouldn't like me. So then my mom had to pick me up and take me to my new school. Then when I went to my new class my new teacher introduced me to all of the kids in my class. So the kids told me their names and guess what!!! I MADE A LOT OF NEW FRIENDS and their names are Cythia, Kala, Jade, Kiante, Ariel, Jenna, and Stephanie. P. S I like my new school!!!
--Taylor, 9

I am home schooled but I might go to CHRISTIAN School. PS I have been homeschooled since kindergarten - 5th grade. PPS ALL keep you in PRAYERS MEGHAN-13!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
--Marissa, 11

I've experienced that before when I was little. At that time, I moved around a lot. I usually start school in the middle of the year and that's okay with me. But now, I want to start school in the beginning of the year because I don't want to miss things at my new school and my old school.
--Jenny, 11

I have to go to different schools every year and I never see my friends.
--Agal, 9

Do you know if youre going to have a great day at your new school?
--Stacey, 9

Yes, YES, Yes!!! I have experienced going to a new school I mean who hasn't...But anywayz I did miss my old friends a lot even though I did make new ones.
--Ashaunti, 11

No. I really didnt want to move but my mom said we have to because she is getting married in August. What about you?
--Laura, 9

Ya a made lodes of new friends but I still miss my old ones.
--Isis, 11

My sister went to middle school last year and she loved it so I hope I love it too!
--Abbie, 11

I moved a lot when I was little. But I didn't miss my friends that much cause I didn't really think about it.
--Anonymous

I was checking out the comments and I saw a other person who is homeschooled like me! See I live up where no one is really around so (good news) I can't go to school and (bad news) I don't have that many friends because of it. But many of my friends have moved away so I think that is like changing schools. It's not that fun.
--Jamie, 10

I am moving to the mainland in July Im NOT FROM ALASKA! Im from HAWAII!!!
--Julia, 9

It was hard for me like, I was going to this school like ever since kindergarten and then in 6th grade I moved and then I went 2 this new school, where I got bullied for being the only white person, I only went there till 6th grade ended so, then for 7th I got 2 go to this other school and at least Im not being bullied! I was very nervous going to, 2 new schools, but I made friends at the school Im going to now!
--Ralph L, 13

Americangirl: I think Paris means Sevens Jeans, not Stevens.
--BeHappy

Going to a new school is tough because you have to make new friends but sometimes kids might just want to talk to you like that.
--Ambar

I didn't like the middle school I was in in the beginning of the year, so my parents didn't either and took me out. I couldn't manage myself at ALL so we thought it would work out better at a catholic school. But the catholic school was like a boot camp and I was miserable. So I went back to my first middle school and the problems got straightened out and everything was fine. It was a sad experience and it was a nightmare...
--Alexa, 12

Yes, I went to a new school. I missed Alyssa but I made new friends. Here are some. Cynthia, Lety, Veve, Matthew, Tan, I. J., Jason, and I guess that's all! P. S. I have a crush on I. J.
--Celine, 9

Im going to a new school in September. Im going to start fifth grade. I don't know what school Im going to yet. I wonder what it'll be like. Hooray.
--Autumn, 10

My school doesn't have cheerleading.
--Kristen, 10

Im sure I miss my friends at IML, my school, my aunty and everybody I know. It's a school in Sweden and it's a very long way and my mother had to leave me and I have stay with my siblings. I must speak in their language too I hope it's not too hard to learn and write. And I wish to have all the wonderful moments again with IML next time I come back to Britain. Good-bye everybody!
--Demon dog girl, 8

I just hate getting in trouble when you go in detention that stinks. You look like the guys in the sweet life of zack and cody I wander so sup and good bye.
--Khatija B, 9

I went to a new school in 5th grade and some girls picked on me because I was a year younger than them.
--Kiddist, 9

I have gone to about five schools since I started kindergarten. I manage to keep in touch with my friends and sometimes miss them, but I make other friends that I keep forever on the first day. Im actually pretty lucky because I (nicely) force myself upon them and they want to get to know me. The only way to make friends is to be one.
--Jen, 12

"Hey. Im not going 2 a new school, but a new kid is coming 2 our school I think 2morrow. His name is Spencer, and I don't know what 2 think of him. I keep thinking he is this kid who might b mean, or he could b nice, or he could b unsmart, (It's not nice 2 call people dumb) or he could b a genius. He WOULD have sat across from me, but my teacher wanted him 2 sit with boys. And because of that, I have 2 have a girl I REEEEEALLLY don't get along with 2 sit across from me. Im so FRUSTRATED!!!!!!!!!!!! I wanted to be able to sit across from him so I could get to know him and/or possibly become his friend. (I make friends Q-U-I-C-K!!! ) I don't know what 2 do!
--ILUVROK

I've had to go to 3 different schools its been hard I am always known as the new girl. No one ever talks to me its a tough life but you gotta deal with it.
--Kaitie, 11

I moved was 4 I sard because school my friend Clara and Pagie I wood in a diffen can 2 hours away.
--Katie, 8

Am going to a new school this year because am moving. Am going in the 9th grade next year I dont think I will do well making friends am really nervous and plus the new school has uniforms I have never went to a school whit uniforms am so scared and I have had bad experience whit the popular girls and I hope that there isnt any there plus am 13 and weight 120 pounds am not happy whit my life at all and whit my self I have gone to many counselors it never works my life is so up side down...
--Cloe, 13

Im moving to Wales, and I have to go to a new school, I don't any one there, and I don't no if I can cope.
--Alice, 10

When I moved, I really did miss my friends a lot because, it was hard getting used to a new school and make friends and I didnt have a lot of friends at my new school.
--Caroline, 13

I am homeschooled, and always have been, so I don't know what a lot like changing schools, but I do know what a lot like going to a new church, especially mine, because I've been going there since August and a lot December, and I've only made 2 close friends there, and a lot because all the other girls are really mean to me and my 2 friends, but we just ignore them and go on with what we where doing, and now that we've started doing that, and not letting them hurt our feelings, they've started to respect us more!
--Samantha, 9

I was born in Whitefish, Montana. I went to elementary there from K-2nd grade. Back then we didnt judge each other on how we looked. I was the girl who everyone wanted to play with. Then right before third grade my mom and stepdad took us to MidlandCity, Alabama! {my stepdad was from there}. I had to start school. I could barely understand the teachers. I made new friends{2}but it was hard. Here kids were more obese and most of them were black, which was much different from Montana. In fourth grade, I found out I was sitting by the most popular kid in school! Then as the year went on, we were best friends! I was one of the three! Then before I started fifth grade, we moved again. It was G. W. Long School. I loved this school! There was hardly any AA's. I missed my old life of being popular. I wasn't a geek or popular, but the popular girls weren't mean to me. One of them Emily, was my best friend. I even had a boyfriend just about all that year. After school on the bus, I made friends with Sierra. Now in sixth grade, Im pretty popular. My best friends are Sierra, Madison, Caroline, and many more. Of coarse I will always miss my old friends.
--Paris101, 11

Hey guys!! I just got Internet in my house, so I can come here whenever I want!! And ignore what I said about ZSIS, IT is soooooo awesome!! I know this is weird, but I have loads of friends, like Raed, Mohammad, Mohammad, Mohammad, Montasser, Mohab, Ibrahim, Mahmoud, and it so happens that I am a popular guy.
--Mohammad, 12

Yes I have this year, EVERY person looked at me weird.
--Charlie, 11

I haven't moved my whole life. You might miss your friends, but you'll find a way to keep in contact with them. I haven't met a new person who hasnt made a friend the first day at thier new school.
--Jake, 12

Oh yeah...My boyfriend dumped me...My BFF moved away...My brother went 2 colledge...& whoop di do! I changed schools!!! Trauma...Trauma...Trauma...
--SoCool, 11

Central Arkansas is fun 1 grade rocks I've been there 2 years.
--Emily

I moved to a new school just after the new year started at my new school they already new each other because they started school in August. I was really quiet because I did not want to embarrass myself. I now have friends and I talk to people more.
--Manny, 11

I have gone to a lot of new schools. I saw old friends and made new ones too!
--Ashley B

Yes I just moved to another state and have made new friends.
--Haley, 12

Yes I did I do miss my friends yes I did make new ones.
--Amanda

Yes 2 times well I used to go to S. C. C. S and Now I go to Cubero Elem. And At the other school you had to wait until 9th grade to go to a new school and here you can wait til like 6th grade then go on early (sweeet) to a new school and Im excited cuz now Im in 6th grade and Im either going to L-A (this means Laguna Acoma) or Pirate school (Grants) and most of my friends are are going to L-A (we are Rez kids J/K). I miss most of my friends sometimes. Wellll L8tr xXxCali_12073xXx.
--XXxCali_12073xXx, 11

Yes, I love my friends and I would never live them. Thank You.
--Sisy, 12

My name is Cassie and I love to go to school.
--Cassie, 9

Yes.
--Nigel, 11

When I went to middle school last year, a lot of my friends split up going to different schools. I don't get in touch with them a lot. : ( I miss them. I did make new friends, but not a lot, and I still miss my old friends...
--Vinni, 12

OMG! JS, 13 THAT IS SO TRUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11 Hey Almostfamous, 9 r u AuthorGirl, Almostfamous, Sillyputty and Misscrayola?
--AmyIsTheBestGirlName, 12

Last year I was new to my school and I had called my old friends name but it want her it was just some someone that looked a lot alike her it was soo weird and crazy, but also stupid.
--Anonymous

Yea I've gone to anew school this year called Ridgecrest elementary, and it was really really scary was really nervous and couldn't find my way around the school! Making friends was really hard because I didn't want to mess with the mean girl. But, to my surprise...There was no mean girl! Now I have grown to like Ridgecrest and it's really fun!
--Magome, 9

We got uprooted to another school, next we will be going to go to 5th grade in the middle school. Plus, I met my favorite teacher there. Sadly she is going soon. : (*boohoo*.
--PopularGirl, 9

"6 years ago I moved to Georgia and had to go to a new school. I was in kindergarten. I made some new friends pretty quickly because we all know how carefree kindergarten is. It's been 6 years and I just got into middle school. I've been able to keep some old friends and made a few new. The only thing I wish I could change is some of my old friends from Virginia could be at my school with me. Changing schools can be a big change if youre not prepared for it.
--Mariah, 12

Im always going to be 'the new kid' because Im always switching from home school to public school to school to school!!!
--Madelyn, 13

I am going to the 6th grade and I do not want to go, because all of my friends go to my elementary school.
--Tabitha, 10

IML, Do you think that going from being home schooled to going to a private school is school change? p. S. I was Tabitha but I changed my name because they to Polarcat because polar bears are my favorite animals and because cats are too.
--Polarcat95, 11

Yes I have gone to a different school and miss all my old friends. In fact I have gone to 3 different schools and I am at my 4th. I miss all my friends from Scotland and other schools here in the US. I wish I could see them all again to say how much I miss them and to tell 2 boys that I thought they were really cute but I can't and I am sad.
--Shona Y, 10

"I started high school on August 2006 at high school. Well I wasn't really nervous but things changed. My two friends are separated now. We hang out at different groups ( not like the preps, rockers, or anything like that just our friends) but at least we're not enemies. I had a new crush this makes me giggle all the time whenever I think about him. My new friends are actually better than my old friends cause I can tell them which boy I like. It's kinda weird cause I never felt comfortable about telling my friends about that kind of stuff. It's actually my first time telling that to anyone that I like someone. Maybe that's why me and my old friends are separated now because we didn't trust each other about our secrets, which led us to feel like strangers whenever we meet. At least that's how I feel. Well the point is high school is very different there are good and bad just try to make the best out of it."
--Yori

"Yeah. My best friend is at another school. I moved to Virginia in 2003 from California. I spend all my summer there. I did make new friends. My best friends are Jacqueline, Shoshannah and Collette at my school. But Muffi and her friends are my best friends at the other school."
--Lily, 12

"In middle school they have lockers were you have to take so long to open it. And there are a lot of kids in middle school."
--Lisa, 13

"JS-Give me some examples of how ppl thought u were conceited and what ppl did, (if u did anything). From ur posts I can't conclude if ur conceited. = (."
--Sillyputty, 99

"Yes, I have experienced going to a new school. I missed Congdon Park in Duluth where my friends were. I soon made new friends. I was having sooo much fun, I forgot ALL about missing Duluth, my old school, and friends."
--Chloe, 9

"Briana 12, what's with the accent? Talk in your own words, not what other kids want you to say. Oh snap, (See, like that. I always use that word) that's a good subject. I gotta put that in! See y'all later, I'm out."
--Kitten, 9

"Lucky you, Lori. I've moved many times to the same place! And then next year I'm going to middle school (No, I didn't skip any grades). It better be a good middle school, or I'm sewing! (He he, just kidding. )."
--Kitten, 9

Man my teacher hate me cause I be teachin da class in my own time but I think dats good cause Im helpin my piers out.
--Briana, 12

Hey IML, can you put more topics on crushes. Sorry this like off topic, But please can you put more topics on crushes because I still need to learn more how to get your crush to like you. Thank you.
--Anonymous

Going to a new schoolnot fun! I just started a new school and it's hard. Here everything that matters is if u r in a relationship, if not your just a joke. It's hard! And since Im in the Cool" clique I am expected to never be single. Lucky me. So starting a new school is hard, but you get to meet new people/.
--Anonymous

I went to G Intermediate school last year and made a lot of friends and I had to move 6 months ago and had to make all new friends so I know how hard and embarrassing it can be.
--Dawn C, 12

Im going to a new school this year. It's great. But I do miss what little friends I had...But now I have a lot of really close friends so it's all better plus I have all As! Bye!
--Ildrianna, 12

I moved from TN to FL (Why do they call it the Sun Shine state again? All I'll seen is rain...) awhile back and things couldn't be better School so far is great, although I haven't made any friends yet and all my old friends, well haven't heard from them in forever. But no worries I'll make new friends someday. Final Fantasy rulez...;).
--FF/AvatarFan

DO PEOPLE THINK IM STUCK UP? Im freaking out here, like a total loser. A lot of people at my school don't like me...Is it because Im conceited? Am I conceited? ANSWER ME, PLEASE!
--JS, 13

I get scared and I have to make new friend like I have a new teacher and talk to my new friend ask me how was my old school I don't like to say this but I was the coolest girl know I am uncool and was I sad. Beyyyyyyyyyyyy hi boys but nope I say xxxxoxoxoxo.
--ZOEY, 8

Tash I feel sorry about this so Ive been to 3 schools. I hate it of course !!!!!!! Boo I hate that this is happening!!!!!!!!! Hate it!!!!!!!!!!! I made all A's.
--Jada, 9

I made new friend. Yes I miss my friend. My old friends were name Terrance and D'marious.
--Godfrey, 11

"3 schools. Answer this-does a true friend sit with another person even if they don't let u?
--Sillyputty

That Anonymous who wrote, Welcome back, Mohammad! Thanks, I've missed you, and I've been wondering where you were. Good luck in ZSIS. You'll always fit in here!, was me. I clicked SEND before I typed my name.
--JS, 13

Wind start at Sebsain elementary and then Penin elementary, and then middle school.
--Sara E, 13

I've moved a lot and my most recent move was down south. I miss my old friends but I have made tons of new ones. I used to be weird but now a lot of kids think Im popular. But Im just being myself. I have a lot of friends who are boys and just as many girls. I used to be a big tomboy but now Im in the middle. I think boys like me because of my outgoing nature and because I sk8board. I still continue to keep in touch with one of my really good friends and I recommend that if you move you do the same.
--Natsk8rchic, 11

When I went to a new school last year I made a friend the first day of school. But what I didnt know was that she was a BULLY!! And so last year I made a new friend and this year she doesnt want to play with me. So now I dont have a friend and I don't know math because I used to go to a private school and I go to a public school now and I get made fun of because I am not good at math
--Selina, 9

In my new school a lot of kids swear a lot.
--Laura, 11

Im really stressing out at school. My best friend and me are drifting apart, I've so many projects due, I met a totally cute guy Anthony and I dont know what 2 do.
--Ashley Hottie, 9

I love my new school it has really cool stuff like musicals, triathlons and lets you chat with kids in the school online (jk).
--Secretly, 9

I haven't experienced going to a new school but one of my best friends has. After fourth grade, she went to our neighborhoods local public school. Before she went to the same Catholic school I went to. She made lots of friends and she didnt really miss the rest of us since we lived so close to her.
--Kristine, 11

Welcome back, Mohammad! Thanks, I've missed you, and I've been wondering where you were. Good luck in ZSIS. You'll always fit in here!
--Anonymous

Ok...Number one...I am about to move to a new school, well that's not the only problem...Im also moving to another country, another continent and very sadly...To the other side of the world...Actually. I've been thinking...How am I possibly gonna survive???
--Aries Gurl, 11

I am new is K. S. A, and I am in school called ZSIS, and I hate it!! Everyone here is Arab, and I don't fit in!! Plus, you have to learn French!! It is SOOO HARD!! Next year, I am either going to A. I. S. J {American International School in Jeddeh}, or Continental School, and it happens to be a British school. Oh, and one more thing, ChimpGirl: Yes, Mohammad is my real name, and like JS said, I do practice Islam. Oh, and JS: Thanx for answering Chimpgirl for me, I really missed you and HarryPotter and Dragonmisstress, you guys are like my family, your always there for me.
--Mohammad, 12

I had to move to a new school when I was 6. I missed my friends. I didn't really make any new ones. The new school's kids already found best friends. I wish I had friends.
--Matthew, 12

Forget Janelle, Roslynn, Angline And Bryant cuz were not friendz no more and I'll tell u guyz laterz.
--Native2023, 11

I want to move! I hate SC! I want to move to GA with my family!
--London, 10

It was hard for me and its my first year and are starting with me already.
--Tamara, 11

I don't want 2 go 2 a different school becuz Im going 2 miss my friends.
--Terianna, 12

Heyy. You write that a lot Kristin.
--ForgottenGirl, 12

I miss you so much.
--Zaynab, 11

Two months ago I moved and I had to go to a new school I was real scared and I missed my friends but after a while I loved my new school and new friends and I still do!!!!!!!!!
--Courtney, 8

I have experienced of going to a new school. I did miss my old friends Andrew, Graham and Emma but I made new ones named Julissa, Monica, Hannah and Marta. I like BVES a.k.a. Browns Valley Elementary School and it's so cool.
--Amy, 12

I moved to Teague Elm. I miss my old school Young Elm. Because this boy named Colby liked me and I liked him.
--Vanya, 8

I did miss my friends very much. I went to oxford middle jr High. My fave Teacher Was Mr. Ray he was cool he was nice sweet but I was his Teacher pet. I like Mr. Ray & I well like MR. Ray 4/ever. I love Mr. Ray. & I had a lot of friends. But at my new school I go to I have a boy friend his name is Trae he loves me & I love him back. P. S. Chelsea, Noel, Traywick & I was born on December 4th 1992 & I was sick when I was first born. The end. Buy.
--Chelsea Noel, 13

Well I am moving. The new school sounds weird.
--SAgirl, 9

Im going to middle school next year. Im nervous because only one of my best friends is going. I have other friends that are going to the same middle school, but we're all probably going to have different schedules. If I share JUST ONE subject with my best friend, I'll be happy.
--Amanda, 11

My subject would be art Im sooo good at art.
--Ting, 8

Is it hard going to a new school? Will you make new friends or not?
--Erriel, 10

I went to three new schools. My second one was really bad, and my third one now is pretty good! I really missed my friends, but I quickly made new ones. If you just be nice you will be able to make nice friends.
--Anneke, 12

Yes. Often I feel that I dont fit in. But still very soon I make new friends.
--Gadhi, 10

Hear ye hear ye! Do to many Kristens on the site, I will by changing my nickname to KHpigs my initials and my favorite animal! No age too!
--KHpigs

"When I was going to a new school, I was scared. I didn't know anybody so I didn't have any friends. I did miss my old friends. But, I write to them. I made lots of new friends after a few days...
--Jasmeen, 11

I just started a new school this year. I am now in middle school. I miss some of my old friends but some of them are going here also. But there are lots of fights in the new school. In the first month I saw 3 catfights between girls already.
--Krista, 11

NEW SCHOOLS <*><*><*><*><*> Last year I had to move to a new state. Which also meant I had to go to a brand new school. My first day was scary, I thought a lot of people were going to be mean to me. I also thought there was a lot of other scary things like: *my classmates *getting lost *people picking on you *people judging on you *and other scary things... It all turned out that in first block I met this girl. We became friends at the end of that block! I also didn't get lost! I stayed with her all day and didn't get in trouble or anything. No one picked on me nor did they judge me! I had a great first day and if you were scared or are scared, don't be. Everything will be alright just try to make friends right off and they will help you through the day! Just trust people if you start to know them. Bye!
--Alicia, 12

I do not fit in with my class because none of my friends like me.
--Kaitlyn, 8

I hate D. A. V school.
--Dakshin

I hate my school bad luck just seems to happen more eg. I lost my lunch card, and yoghurt split down my skirt. Only think good is my mates.
--Jen, 11

Does any one think Im stuck up? Please tell me if you do (or if you don't) !
--JS, 13

Being at a new school is cool because you get to know more people. I know how it feels because when I was in a new school I didn't make friends until the next day.
--Melissa, 8

I hate Wilson. It stinks.
--Ben, 11

Paris (or now AlmostFamous) thnx for going for my advice! I like ur new name!
--Americangirl

I love changing schools.
--Danielle, 12

I love my new school! I didn't like the kids in my first school so this is great! One super cool thing is that I know how to talk in sign language and I taught some of my friends. Now we can talk during class but when we are taking tests all of us have to be in different corners. And now when we take tests with the whole 7th grade I have to go to the 4th grade room (the teacher is my coach). The only bad thing about that is that all of the little kids stare at me and even though one of my best friends is in there with me we can't talk (well with words at least, the sign language comes in handy in more then one way ( ;) But still it stinks because even after Im done Mr. K makes me sit still. : (.
--Chris, 12

My school got knocked down and I had to go to an another school for my final year in primary. I still dont see my friends so much but most of us moved there.
--LW, 11

About 2 years ago, I went to a school called Canyon Ridge. Right when my mom dropped me off, she just drove off with out saying goodbye or helping me to my classroom! And then I got lost and couldnt find my classroom. Luckily somebody that was there last year helped me get to my classroom.
--Madison, 9

I had to do that because my parents split up recently and so it was hard because I am used to living on a military base and everyone was nice and here everyone curses and calls people bad words and stuff and I kinda hate it.
--Tori, 11

I have moved schools about 11 times its not that hard once you get used to it.
--A, 13

Last year I lived in the city but then we had to move and now I go to a TINY school in a small town. In my old school we had about 30 kids in the 7th grade but this year we have 9. Only 5 boys and 4 girls! We only have 4 teachers. Last year there were 100 kids in the middle school. In my new school there are 52 ( with 5th grade) !13 in 5th, 12 in 6th, 9 in 7th, and 18 in 8th! It is so different but still cool because I am friends with all of the 7th graders.
--C. J., 12

I like my new school. We all have nicknames for each other. One of my teachers is Coach K. Because he coaches the baseball team, the hockey team, and the track team I am called Twitch because I can't sit still (Coach K. Gave me that name). One of my friends is called Tin, an other is called Wo-Jack, then we have Bubs, Ford, Sa, Clem (because his favorite baseball player is Roger Clements) , and Lightning (because of the lightning fast way he can cross a football field) so my new school is pretty cool.
--Chris, 12

Americangirl dont feel bad Id never heard of them either but after the commercial I love them oh and I took your idea for an alias.
--Almostfamous, 9

I wanna meet you but I can't.
--Khaula, 10

"1st day of new school is the horrible day!
--Injila, 12

I've been to seven school's and leaving your friends and making new friends is hard. You have to be patient and be your self. You can't just pretend to be someone youre not and then end up being the opposite. The kids need to get to know if youre the right friend for them.
--Jevera, 9

Alex: Um, okay, I respect your opinion,