Middle school life comes with more academic and social responsibility, which at times can feel a bit scary or challenging. Whether the challenges of middle school are academic or social, students can use the following tips to help make the experience more productive and enjoyable.

1. Get enough sleep - Teens should be getting 8 to 10 hours per night. Sleep plays a critical

   role in helping your body and brain function well.

2. Eat breakfast - Breakfast gives your body and mind energy to work well during the day.

3. Stay organized - Organizing your notebooks, binders and backpacks and keeping everything

   in one place will help you do better in your classes and get better grades.

4. Attend School - Attendance is one of the greatest factors that can influence your academic

   success.

5. Be on time to your classes - Being on time helps you be prepared and ready to learn.

6. Participate in class - Participation will help improve your understanding of the subject and

   ensure you do not miss important concepts.

7. Turn in your assignments on time - Your assignments help you practice what you are

   learning and help you prepare for quizzes and tests.

8. Ask for help - Whether you need academic, social or emotional help, there are adults ready

   and willing to help you.

9. Stay positive - Try to keep a positive attitude. You will have good days and bad days but

   stay positive and know that you can do whatever you put your mind too.

10. Choose supportive friends - Friends are an important part of the middle school experience.

    Choose friends that will help you be happy and successful.