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"I was So Embarrassed and Had to Ask a Teacher"

Reader Stories: My First Day of High School

From Katie

What Year were You a High School Freshman?

2009

How Big is Your High School?

1,300 students at least

What was Your Very First High School Class?

Maths

What was the Worst Moment of Your First Day?

I lost my timetable before 2nd period!!!! I was so embarrassed and had to ask a teacher for a new one. Luckily I found the original at the bottom of my bag (I swear it wasn't there before!).

What was the Best Moment of Your First Day?

Meeting all the new people. I have made friends that I still love and are with every day. We've had our ups and downs but I know we'll always have each other. Things may not always go to plan, my new best friend found out she was moving back to England. I was heartbroken. We still keep in touch though and it's great to learn about her new life! There is always someone out there just waiting for someone like you to come along. My group of friends aren't even in the popular group, but we are well-liked by everyone and each-other. As long as you love yourself and others that's all that matters.

What I'd Do Differently

  • I wouldn't have been so shy with my new homeroom and class teachers!! If I knew how friendly they were I would have been my usual chatty self!

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