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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Our 9th grader had a hard time until just after the new year. It got better socially. Academically, it has been fine. I noticed a few things from our experience that hopefully helps anyone starting 9th, especially at a new school or a 9-12. Doing a sport or getting involved deeply in something like drama, music, etc. from the beginning helps a lot (ours didn't). Know that dynamics will shift as the months go on throughout the year, although there seems to be less shifting around March/April. [b]As a parent, volunteer, whether you work or not and anytime you can. If there are any events or meet-ups before school starts, go to them/do them[/b].[/quote]

I was just curious if you suggested this because it was helpful for your DD's social life? Or is it more just because you want to get to know the other parents better? I used to be very involved when DD was in elementary school but middle school I stopped. I haven't attended a single PTA meeting in high school. It's not that I wouldn't enjoy getting to know the other parents, but I have been busy with work. But if it helps my moderately shy DD get to know other kids better then I would try to be more involved.[/quote]

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