Advice to New 6th Graders
Posted by sunnywilliams on May 1, 2007
We are getting ready to host the current 5th graders next week. As experienced middle schoolers, you know what it means to be a middle school student. What advice would you give a student new to HTMS?
May 1st, 2007 at 9:34 am
Hahaha…. Tell them to be ready to get to work. The work picks up as soon as you hit Middle School. Also be sure to take classes and do sports that you will enjoy. Don’t take a class or do some kind after school activity because your friend is taking it. You might not like the class or activity as much as your friend and you will have wasted a whole year doing something you don’t like.
-alex-
May 1st, 2007 at 9:40 am
I would tell them not to go to their locker after every period and if they are going to P.E. they need to leave their book in their next class. They also need to stay away from the 8th grade hall because they will get trampled.
May 1st, 2007 at 9:58 am
I would tell the sixth graders to wear shoes that are reely high to make them look taller, cause i dont remember ever being that short. They need to know that the “older Kids” or whatever dont hate them cause they are younger, its just that when you make fart noises and act all immature, its really annoying and wierd. I would tell them that beign late to classes can get you in detnetion, and thats not reely fun… oh yeah DONT CHEW GUM!!Mrs. Dobbs is like asecret gum agent or somthing, and mints are alot ore fun……………..DONT RUN INTO THE POLES ON PURPPOSE, CAUSE IT CAN END UP REELY HURTING YOU…
May 1st, 2007 at 10:01 am
What advice I would leave to the upcoming 6th graders? I would say that the 6th graders are one step closer to graduation! Just pay attention in class it would be easier to pass and do what all of the teachers say so you won’t get in trouble.
-Rebecca Brown-
8th grader
May 1st, 2007 at 10:32 am
What I would tell the new kids is that you really wanna try to get good in college you need to do Latin and Business Tech Ess. Both of them give you credits that will help you out alot in high school and if you do projects some of them can be done on computer which Mrs.Young or your 6th grade teachers can be very helpfull about. They can help you learn to type and teach you how to use all of the Microsoft Office because, there’s a good chance it will be very usefull through out life.
May 1st, 2007 at 10:46 am
The most important advice I would give to a future Hewitt Middle Schooler is to always do your homework and projects. Trust me I have a bad procrastinating problem and it is not good for school and then you have to do the homework or project the night before and your parents get mad at you. So thats the advice from me.
May 1st, 2007 at 12:11 pm
STUDY! That’s probably the most important thing, because if you get study habits in middle school, it’ll follow you to highschool. Another thing is to not be afraid. It’s not that bad. The 8th graders might look intimidating, but most of them are really nice. Also, don’t get in too much trouble. You don’t want a reputation for being bad your first year here.
May 1st, 2007 at 12:11 pm
I would tell them to stay out of trouble, and they would be fine. They do not need to cheat in any of their classes, because it really makes teachers mad, and they probably will not like them anymore.
May 1st, 2007 at 12:12 pm
I think that the best thing that you can do when you are coming to the middle school, is to not be afraid. Sure the 8th graders will be intimidateing but dont let them bother you. Also STUDY!! and study hard! that is one of the best grades i think that gets you into the habbit of note taking and to listen up in class. I know that coming to the middle school will be scaray but just like me i am going to the high school to be a freshman, so i kind of in the same position. But the main thing is just not to be scared.
May 1st, 2007 at 12:15 pm
Advice I would give to the current 5th graders who are coming up to the middle school next year would be, don’t worry or be scared because of something a teacher, or a freind told you. When I came up to the middle school, I thought it would be much harder, and more strict. Really, though, everything is much more laid back in middle school than it was in elementry school. Teachers expect you to be more mature, and take care of yourself. I don’t think that the 5th graders coming up have any reason to worry about being in middle school.
May 1st, 2007 at 12:16 pm
I have had to learn over my three years at middle school to be very responsible. Make sure that you keep your locker as clean as possible because you might have a teacher that gives bonus points one day for having a clean locker. If the 6th graders are worried about coming up to middle school, don’t be! Although our middle school is pretty big, you’ll get a few weeks to get used to your schedule. When teachers tell you to study for tests, don’t ignore them, do what they say! Don’t try to wait until the last minute to study for a big test. Study a few minutes each day coming up to the test. That way, you probably won’t be as stressed out if any. Lastly, just be yourself!
May 1st, 2007 at 12:16 pm
Advice that I would give to the upcomming 6th graders is that to not be nervous because middle school is fun. Never chew gum because you will get caught by the teachers. Even though some teachers are more strict they are great at what they do. You are sure to learn a lot!! Enjoy the freedom that you are given because you get much more than elementary school.
May 1st, 2007 at 12:25 pm
My advice would be to do your homework and stay out of trouble.
May 1st, 2007 at 12:26 pm
In middle school you get a whole lot more freedom. Well in 7th and 8th grade you do. I’d just get good grades, get well with your teachers, and Middle School will fly by. ;/
May 1st, 2007 at 12:27 pm
Advice I would give to upcoming 6th graders would be to do all your homework, study, and find a close niche of friends that you can hang out with those first scary days.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:04 pm
Middle School is a lot different than Elementary school. The Classes get harder and their is more homework so it helps a good bit if you study any new material that you get in a class. Also the scheduling and all of the bells can get confusing so try to eliminate any problems they might have. Good Luck!
May 1st, 2007 at 1:06 pm
I think that they need to do schoolwork the same as they did at the Intermediate but they are going to have to work a little harder at the middle school. They have to change classes this year so they are new to that and they need to try to make it to classes on time. The most important thing is not to worry if something is very hard to do at the begining of the year because it will eventually work out ok througout the year.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:27 pm
Some advice that I would give from to an upcoming sixth grader would be that always go to the bathroom before class because your teachers in middle school will NOT let you go during class like you can in elementary school. I would also say that in middle school you have more privaliges than you do in elementary school so take them for granite and dont ruin your opportunitys to have more freedom by getting in trouble all the time.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:29 pm
I would tell them to study alot because there witll be oppertuitys that they will not be able to attend if they don’t do thier homwork and getting good grades. I would also tell them not to pospone their projects because it would make it alot harder on them
May 1st, 2007 at 1:30 pm
The “Adviece” i would give to the 5th graders is to work hard and pay lots of attention that way you will kow what you are doing in the next grade to come. Also, have fun and try to stay out of as much drama as possible.AND MOST IMPORTANTLY,
be yourself.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:30 pm
When you go to Hewitt Middle School its a big step up from elementary to middle school. Make sure you do all of your homework and study really hard. Be ready for middle school because its a little harder than elementary.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:33 pm
Work very hard and be good to all the teachers and just have fun
May 1st, 2007 at 1:34 pm
My advice to upcoming sixth graders would be to try your hardest to do your best in class. Middle school is pretty hard but if you stay on top of things in wont be that hard. Obey and respect your teachers. Do your homework and remember to have as much fun as you can!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 1st, 2007 at 1:37 pm
Make sure to try
May 1st, 2007 at 1:38 pm
My advice to the upcoming sixth graders is to do your best at everything. Make sure you do your homework so you wont have to make it up and do extra work from the night before
May 1st, 2007 at 1:40 pm
My advice for the new sixth graders for next year is to do your best in class, also do your homework, that way you can start the habit of doing, so that way you are prepared for the future.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:40 pm
I would tell them to work hard and make good grades their 6th grade year so that when they can qualify to take honors in 7th grade.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:40 pm
The advice that i would give a new 6th grader would be to always do your work. If you always do your work then u can never fall behind. Focus on ur goals and don’t try to be the class clown. It will help out in the long run. Especially if u play sports you do not want to get in trouble.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:42 pm
Make sure to try your best and do all your homework. make sure you study for ALL of your tests too. If you dont start getting into that habit now you wont want to do it in later grades. If you try hard enough I know you can do it.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:43 pm
My advice to the new incoming 6th graders is for them to come in very focus on getting their work and being very responsible for the things they choose to do.This is how I try to stay focus but our school is very exciting so I get off track sometime but i have to put mi head back on straight and keep going for my goals in life.
May 1st, 2007 at 1:48 pm
My advice foe tha new six gradas is that they need to be moe focused up on they school work so they can do dem sports and stuff.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:04 pm
To all you new sixth graders,here is some advice always do your best.Always do what your teacher says,trust me the teachers will give you more prevlages.Finally do all your homework and projects ahead of time and not at the last minute.If you do these things you will have a good year.Good Luck.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:28 pm
Get ready for middle school and don’t chew gum in school because you can get a pink slip for chewing gum and you can do art, choir, band, teacher aid, office aid, libary aid, compoter, and cook class.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:30 pm
I would tell them three things:
1. Get to class on time.
2. Do your homework.
3. Don’t worry, your schedule is easy to memorize, you’ll be fine.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:30 pm
i would just follow the rules and not mess with anybody
May 1st, 2007 at 2:31 pm
Dont slack off.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:31 pm
If I were you,I would try to stay out of trouble. My mistake was always getting in trouble. I just got kicked out of math, and since then my grade has went down. And take it from me, never skip school.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:32 pm
You have more freedoms, but you need to control yourself.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:32 pm
I would have to say the best advice to the new comers, is to not take advantage of what your new privilges are. It may seem that you have a lot more freedom in middle school then Paine, but it’s not much of a difference. Don’t get me wrong it’s a lot more fun but it’s stricter on dress code.
–elisa
May 1st, 2007 at 2:33 pm
I would tell the soon to be 6th grader to not freak out about coming to the middle school, and to be organized but not over obsessive about things! Also, have fun!
May 1st, 2007 at 2:33 pm
One thing I would let the new comers know, is that even though you have more freedom as you come up to the middle school, do not go out of control with it. You shouldn’t take advantage of what you get to do here. The more you control yourself and follow the rules, the easier and more fun your middle school years will be.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:34 pm
6th graders never carry your books in front of your face. Never carry your pencil or pen outside with your books; carry it in a pencil pouch or pruse or pocket. Always do your homework (that might be the only way you pass)and always turn your work in on time. Never bunch up in the hallway, 8th graders use this hallway sometimes and will push you out of the way (some one’s arm was broke this way)this explains many of the other dos and don’ts from earlier.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:34 pm
As an experienced middle school student, I would have to say that it is nothing like it seems. It’s no where near as scary as people make it. In middle school, you have a lot more privileges, but they also come with a lot of responsibilities. It’s actually kind of fun while it lasts. I’m sure you all will do perfectly fine.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:35 pm
The advise i would give is to the 6th Graders is to be at school on time. Dont chew gum by the way an dont be tarty and hang out in the hall way.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:36 pm
If I were you I wouldn’t talk or chew gum. That was my problem. It is very different from 5th grade. You will have much more privileges.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:38 pm
my advice to you would be to do all your homework that way no matter what you make on test you will still be passing. You never want to be late to class or you will have 2 hours of detention!!!
. But middle school is a lot of fun.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:41 pm
My Adivce would be to always do your assigned project early and do not wait until the last. It will make a very big change in your grade. And always listen and do your homework, because sometimes just by doing your homework you can have anaverage good and pass the class.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:42 pm
Be good.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:42 pm
My Adivce would be to always do your assigned project early and do not wait until the last minute. It will make a very big change in your grade. And always listen and do your homework, because sometimes just by doing your homework you can have anaverage good and pass the class.
May 1st, 2007 at 2:44 pm
The advice I would give to the upcoming 6th graders is not to take advantage of your new privledges. Also you should really start thinking about your future, because it is a whole lot closer than you would think. Take computer in 7th or 8th grade, because that is one less class you will have to take in high school. Also, learn as much as you can now and pay attention in class.
May 18th, 2007 at 8:32 am
The advice I would give upcoming 5th graders is that you dont need to freak out. i promise, you’ll get your locker open and i promise you’ll get to your classes. Its not that hard. You have more freedoms in middle school, but its also stricter. Dont be disrespectful to your teachers, because that will get you sent straight to the office. And watch what you wear. Dont try to cut through the 8th grade hall. You’ll be trampled. And dont chew gum near Mrs. Dobbs. She can smell it from a mile away. And she can tell you the flavor. Believe me. Just have fun too. If you come into middle school with a good atittude, then you’ll come out with one.
May 18th, 2007 at 8:33 am
The advice I would give upcoming 5th graders is that you dont need to freak out. i promise, you’ll get your locker open and i promise you’ll get to your classes. Its not that hard. You have more freedoms in middle school, but its also stricter. Dont be disrespectful to your teachers, because that will get you sent straight to the office. And watch what you wear. Dont try to cut through the 8th grade hall. You’ll be trampled. And dont chew gum near Mrs. Dobbs. She can smell it from a mile away. And she can tell you the flavor. Believe me. Just have fun too. If you come into middle school with a good atittude, then you’ll come out with one.
May 18th, 2007 at 8:42 am
I will tell them for not worry and scared. I sure they will be fine later and don’t be a bad kid and failing is not cool.
May 18th, 2007 at 8:45 am
Middle school is a lot different from Paine. You have to get to class on time. You have more classes than you do at paine. Get ready to work and study. MOST IMPORTANLLY IS TO BE YOUR SELF.
May 18th, 2007 at 10:43 am
Uhh… Make good grades
May 18th, 2007 at 10:50 am
My advice is to start studing for a test a couple of nights before the test. Check the website for your assignments. Be on time for class and bring your proper materials to class every day. Don’t talk while the teacher is talking.
August 10th, 2007 at 2:43 pm
dear dr.williams,
i have alot of advice to give new sixth graders. one thing is to not go to quickly in the hallways because people will get pushed or get shuved in their lockers. And that hurts really bad its happend to me. I have gotten alot better and more careful around people. I am always telling people too be careful so the new sixth graders should be very careful and tell people to also be careful
bailey
August 14th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
Dont get lost!
August 14th, 2007 at 1:10 pm
Dear Sixth Graders,
Try and not be tardy ,because 3 tardies gets you 2 hours of detention. Make sure you know where all your classes are ,because you could end up in the wrong class room and look really stupid.