Interviewing the Freshman

The Class of 2029 faced a whole new world entering high school. So, how have they adapted from their middle school ways, what clubs have they joined, and what advice would they give to the Class of 2010 when they transition to this foreign environment?

Questions:

- What was the transition like going from middle school to high school (Schedule, hours, etc.)

- What is your favorite class you are taking this year? Why?

- What is one club you are in?

- Do you have any advice for the 8th graders for the transition?

Name: Sofia Garibay

Answers:

 1: Like a wake up, going from everyone explaining things to you to being expected to know what's going on. It is a lot more responsibility but also a lot more freedom.

 2: Acting or chorus: A lot of friends are in acting.

 3: Jag Journal

 4: Be prepared to have the responsibility that comes with freedom. There is a lot of homework so be prepared for that, too.

Name: Ella Milligan

Answers: 

 1: It was a lot easier than she thought. There were many people to show her around and all the teachers were good at explaining.

 2: Chorus: Everyone is nice and it's a good environment. She likes having this to wake up in the morning.

 3: Drama Club

 4: Don’t worry as much because it's not as bad as people say.

Name: Selina Koshy

Answers: 

 1: It was chill. She didn't notice much of a difference.

 2: Math: Her teacher is really nice and she likes the subject.

 3: Marching Band

 4: Don't change anything and learn how to manage time.

Name: Neharika Vijayabhaskar

Answers: 

 1: It was challenging at first but has gotten easier as time went on.

 2: Math: It's chill and she has friends in her class.

 3: Model UN, Speech & Debate

 4: Do not skip out on school because its your last year, because it prepares you for high school.

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