Contrary to what many
will think, 9th grade was the start of a brand new school life and identity. It was the grade of redemption, where you can make new and better
friends, and where you finally have a chance to make better first impressions. If you were unpopular or were a loner back in middle/elementary school, then this
definition applies greatly to you.
Just think about it. Now that you are in a huge school made up of
5 different middle schools (and 10+ different elementary schools), now you have another opportunity to introduce yourself in a different manner than before.
Maybe you were an
awkward person, had low self-esteem, or were a 'tag-along', and your past classmates therefore thought lowly of you. This
time, you can 'right your wrongs' and become that person you've always aspired to be in front of your new peers.
Of course, there's a good chance you'll meet some old classmates again in your courses, but
don't let that stop you. Your new peers are what matters the most.
Remember, how you act in this grade
will define you in the coming 4 years, so carefully premeditate your first impressions!
Old
high school peer: Remember 9th grade? I hated it.
Me: Are you kidding? 9th grade was the shit! Made so many new
friends in that year, and I gave off a more sociable and confident demeanor compared to my awkward
middle school years. Sure, it may be harder than 8th grade, but compared to 10, 11, 12 it was a breeze! It really all depends on how you look at it.