Are You Ready for Middle School?

Changes and Challenges in Middle School Link to this section

Here are some of the main changes from elementary school when you enter middle school

Changes in Middle School

New Challenges

Having multiple teachers

All teachers are different, figuring out their expectations and staying organized from class to class. 

Having to change classes/passing period

Getting to class on time with all of the materials needed. Other kids being mean or bullying

Using a locker

Remembering my combination lock. Getting my locker broken into and my stuff stolen.

Having to change clothes for gym

Remembering my clothes (and remembering to wash them).  Changing my clothes (having enough time and feeling self-conscious about changing)

Sport teams

Meeting the requirements. Practice.

Lunch recess

Finding friends to hang out with. School food.

This page was last updated on October 17, 2024