Show #217 Middle School 1st Day tips for kids and parents

[joejoseph10110]

im really nervous for my 1st day of middle school( August 8th).My older sister says it was the worst three years of her life

[thinkingforward]

@joejoseph10110 everyone has a different experience in middle school. Yes, it's tough for some people. Finding friends and keeping them makes the biggest difference. Good luck to you. Let me know if I can help. Best, Joe Bruzzese

[born2singsuper]

My principles name is Skyles Calhoun. And i knw many people who would be greatful for you to come. And it would be a good experiance on your part since we have same gender classes

[born2singsuper]

I would really luv it if you could come to woodbridge middle school in virginia. we have same gender classes and love guests

[thinkingforward]

@born2singsuper Thanks! I would love to visit Woodbridge. What is your principal's name? I will send an email and talk about the idea. I'm actually coming to Maryland the first week of November, so this might be a time to visit.

Regards,

Joe Bruzzese

[Whosvibe]

@thinkingforward Hey I am going to a middle school in Maryland this year. My 1st year. (7th Grade). U think u could come? Hyattsville Middle School

[thinkingforward]

@Whosvibe thanks! And yes, I would love to come to Hyattsville Middle School. Who is your principal? Regards,

Joe Bruzzese

[Whosvibe]

@thinkingforward  My principal is Dr. Susie Long,Ed.D. or Susie Long

[thinkingforward]

@Whosvibe thanks I will send her an email. When you get back to school take 2 minutes to stop in and talk to her about having me come to the school. When does your school start this year? Best, Joe Bruzzese

[Whosvibe]

@thinkingforward My school starts on August 22nd this year on Monday. Also i a question. I don't get my locker until the second week of school. So during the first two weeks do I carry everything with me because they said that you cant carry around book bags?

[thinkingforward]

@Whosvibe my guess is that your school will have books for you in your classrooms and that you will probably need to take a binder, notebook and pens and pencils around with you. If they always do it this way than they probably have it figured out for you. Another thought, you could call the school and ask for the counselor, who should be able to tell you the scoop. Best, Joe Bruzzese

[Whosvibe]

@thinkingforward Ok thanks that is what I thought to.

[thinkingforward]

@kcaman400 I do travel and speak at middle schools. I would love to come to Stemmers Run. I need to speak with your principal. I have already planned a trip to Maryland the week of November 1st. Maybe this would be a good time to come to your school. I will try to reach your principal by phone this week. Did you already start school?

Regards,

Joe Bruzzese

[XOPockie]

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[littlegymnastkiara]

Great video but what i'm nervous about is wearing shorts(i know it sounds stupid)b/c i have scars on both legs and I'm scared kids will make fun of me!!!

[thinkingforward]

@littlegymnastkiara thanks for watching the video and adding your comment. Here's what I'm thinking, "Go for a good pair of jeans, pants or leggings if this is the style that is popular where you are." More importantly, build a small group of friends who like you for who you are. Having friends accept you goes a long way when you have people who choose to make fun of you.

Best,

Joe Bruzzese aka thinkingforward

[littlegymnastkiara]

@thinkingforward Thanks!!!!

[menetc84]

My daughter loved your video! Thanks for the positive tips!

[thinkingforward]

Wonderful to hear! Best of luck to you both this year. Let me know if you need anything. Later today, tips for building a rock solid relationship with your teachers.

Best,

Joe Bruzzese