How to Adjust from a Private School to a Public School
Read about public schools., Talk to others about what it's like at their school., Be open to trying new things., Be sure to keep organized., Try to get to your classes quickly., Talk to your teachers and get to know them., Don't think you're the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Read about public schools.
To get some basic idea about how and what public schools are, you may read about it in the Internet, school magazines and students testimonials.
This will acquaint you with many uncertainties or differences that you weren't prepared for already. -
Step 2: Talk to others about what it's like at their school.
It doesn't matter if you are going to the same school.
Even if you won't be attending the same school, ask them what it is like during the classes.
Ask them about how you should act in a certain situation and how to talk to the classmates, teachers etc. Ask them about what activities they offer.
You will have many opportunities and challenges to grow and learn in terms of academics and personal growth.
Communication will give you a clear idea about what you are interested in and what to choose. , You will find many new things to see and learn.
Be patient and not in a hurry to react.
Your reactions may be naive but it is natural and acceptable. , Not all schools will provide this, but a planner is necessary for school life.
Be sure to keep your class schedule on hand with you, and make copies in case you lose it.
You will want to keep track of your homework/classwork and any events you are a part of.
If you use a multipurpose binder, be sure to have your contact information on it.
Try using dividers or hole-punched folders so that you can keep your important documents and your doodles separated and secure. , Taking the routes with the most traffic is recommended because it's easier to stay out of isolated places and avoid being late. , Allow your teachers to know that you were in private school.
They will understand you better.
It's important to get to know who your teachers are and how their curriculum is so you can get to know them better.
At private schools there are less teachers.
You don't have to speak to each teacher.
Just pay attention to how they act towards you and other students and ask your classmates about what they know about them.
However, do not make a choice based on what you hear.
Their views may work as a guide.
There is a big difference in curriculum between public and private schools, so be prepared to see some things you have no idea about.
If you're confused, speak up! It might seem embarrassing, but not as embarrassing as the report card you'll have to show your parents every couple of months. , Many public students don't like private students because of their persona.
Be friendly in fact, you don't really need to mention that you're a new student if you don't feel like.
There are likely to be 500-3,000 students in public schools so most of the students will either not care much or not know.
If you are asked by someone where you were before, say you were in private school, but don't be afraid to explain your situation or persona if you feel comfortable doing so. , It may be a difficult thing to do if you're not very happy about your move, but try to be respectful to your new teachers and classmates.
If you don't know anyone at your new school, try to socialize with the person you're sitting next to in class or someone you find out shares an interest with you.
You need not trust someone blindly at first.
Give it time and you will know better.
Don't dwell too much on upsetting someone.
Be careful about what you say to new people.
If someone doesn't care too much about talking to you, don't sweat it; find someone else to converse with.
Be sure to observe people if you're unsure about speaking to them, and watch who you talk to.
You may know about who are the bullies and stay away from them.
Do not be in a haste to make friends as you may find yourself in an uncomfortable scenarios or group.
Enjoy your solitude and fulfill your works.
If you do get involved with a bad crowd, try not to sink too deeply into it.
Keep a distance from them.
A good and fairly easy way to make friends towards your interests are joining clubs.
Clubs may not start at the very beginning of the year, but they may start a couple of weeks prior.
Stay away if you notice that some trouble is happening.
If you could find a solution and handle the crowd, you may try helping. -
Step 3: Be open to trying new things.
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Step 4: Be sure to keep organized.
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Step 5: Try to get to your classes quickly.
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Step 6: Talk to your teachers and get to know them.
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Step 7: Don't think you're the best because you've been to private school.
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Step 8: Be friendly and social!
Detailed Guide
To get some basic idea about how and what public schools are, you may read about it in the Internet, school magazines and students testimonials.
This will acquaint you with many uncertainties or differences that you weren't prepared for already.
It doesn't matter if you are going to the same school.
Even if you won't be attending the same school, ask them what it is like during the classes.
Ask them about how you should act in a certain situation and how to talk to the classmates, teachers etc. Ask them about what activities they offer.
You will have many opportunities and challenges to grow and learn in terms of academics and personal growth.
Communication will give you a clear idea about what you are interested in and what to choose. , You will find many new things to see and learn.
Be patient and not in a hurry to react.
Your reactions may be naive but it is natural and acceptable. , Not all schools will provide this, but a planner is necessary for school life.
Be sure to keep your class schedule on hand with you, and make copies in case you lose it.
You will want to keep track of your homework/classwork and any events you are a part of.
If you use a multipurpose binder, be sure to have your contact information on it.
Try using dividers or hole-punched folders so that you can keep your important documents and your doodles separated and secure. , Taking the routes with the most traffic is recommended because it's easier to stay out of isolated places and avoid being late. , Allow your teachers to know that you were in private school.
They will understand you better.
It's important to get to know who your teachers are and how their curriculum is so you can get to know them better.
At private schools there are less teachers.
You don't have to speak to each teacher.
Just pay attention to how they act towards you and other students and ask your classmates about what they know about them.
However, do not make a choice based on what you hear.
Their views may work as a guide.
There is a big difference in curriculum between public and private schools, so be prepared to see some things you have no idea about.
If you're confused, speak up! It might seem embarrassing, but not as embarrassing as the report card you'll have to show your parents every couple of months. , Many public students don't like private students because of their persona.
Be friendly in fact, you don't really need to mention that you're a new student if you don't feel like.
There are likely to be 500-3,000 students in public schools so most of the students will either not care much or not know.
If you are asked by someone where you were before, say you were in private school, but don't be afraid to explain your situation or persona if you feel comfortable doing so. , It may be a difficult thing to do if you're not very happy about your move, but try to be respectful to your new teachers and classmates.
If you don't know anyone at your new school, try to socialize with the person you're sitting next to in class or someone you find out shares an interest with you.
You need not trust someone blindly at first.
Give it time and you will know better.
Don't dwell too much on upsetting someone.
Be careful about what you say to new people.
If someone doesn't care too much about talking to you, don't sweat it; find someone else to converse with.
Be sure to observe people if you're unsure about speaking to them, and watch who you talk to.
You may know about who are the bullies and stay away from them.
Do not be in a haste to make friends as you may find yourself in an uncomfortable scenarios or group.
Enjoy your solitude and fulfill your works.
If you do get involved with a bad crowd, try not to sink too deeply into it.
Keep a distance from them.
A good and fairly easy way to make friends towards your interests are joining clubs.
Clubs may not start at the very beginning of the year, but they may start a couple of weeks prior.
Stay away if you notice that some trouble is happening.
If you could find a solution and handle the crowd, you may try helping.
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