Your first day of freshman year is something you never forget; whether you walked into the wrong classroom, or got lost trying to find your class everyone has a story that in a few years you can look back and laugh on. Freshman year  is intimidating, new school, new people, new workload- but with a few tricks up your sleeve you can make your transition into high school as smooth as possible. The first key to a successful freshman year is being prepared; take in everything you can at orientation and get to know the hallways a little better before they are filled with upperclassman. Become familiar with your classrooms, and try to find or make a friend in each of your classes. If you are lucky, you might find someone who shares the same schedule as you! The second key to a smooth freshman year is not falling off the horse academically; yes, this is a new workload but take this time to create a study method that works for you. Always do your homework, it counts for more of your grade than you think, and stay as organized as possible! Lastly, don’t be afraid to ask for help! This applies to all your years in high school; there are plenty of resources available to aid you, you just have to be willing to ask. One of the hardest parts about being a freshman is acclimating socially. Finding new friends can be hard and scary, but you can find solace in knowing that everyone else is in the same boat. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there; attend as many school events as you can whether it be orientation or a big soccer game. Every time will get easier. Freshman year is scary, but it’s doable! At the end of the day always remember to try your best and to be yourself, with these two in your pocket, you should pass your freshman year with flying colors

By Katherine Flynn ’18