Are you starting high school this year? Celebrities from the world of music, television and sports give their recommendations on how to prepare for the move.
For legendary guitarist and music producer Nile Rodgers, talking to new people comes naturally to him.
“I think the greatest gift I was given was chatting: I enjoyed talking to new people. “
For Nile, happy moments arise from the beginning of a verbal exchange with other people he doesn’t know.
“It’s smart to reach people. . . you’ll end up having a good time. »
Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse with Nile and believes he’s helping her make lifelong friends.
“Make as many friends as you can, because those will be the friends that will stay with you for the rest of your life. »
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“Don’t stress, do the best you can,” says singer-songwriter and TV host Olly Murs.
The X Factor finalist believes that if everything is a little difficult for you, think of yourself first.
“Don’t worry about yourself yet. Just focus on yourself and have a good time at school.
DJ and Radio 2 host Sara Cox, who has 3 children, knows it can be difficult. But we will have to know that teachers are there to help.
“Relax, the teachers will be very lenient with you for the first few weeks until you recover. “
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Do you have a sports trend or hobby that you are obsessed with? Maybe there’s something you’ve wanted to try, but never had the chance to do in elementary school.
“Try to do everything you can, try to play other sports or other clubs and communicate with everyone. “
That’s DJ Nick Grimshaw’s.
Teams and clubs are also a wonderful way to meet new people and make friends. European running champion Dina Asher-Smith, who is part of her school running club, says:
“It just happens to enroll in sports clubs and be as sociable as possible, because with so much concern and anticipation for school, you ask yourself ‘how am I going to make new friends, how am I going to adapt to the new environment’. ?’
And Jamal Edwards, who created the SBTV channel on YouTube, believes that by following what you like you will make more productive friends.
“Focus on your hobby and your true friends will still be there in the end. »
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It helps to be prepared for many things in life, and starting high school is the same thing.
BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker has a daughter who is about to move in and believes that being prepared will help him.
“If there’s something specific that you’re worried about, then plan for it, think about it. “
“If you’re worried about how to get to school. . . So exercise for the trip. »
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There can be a lot to think about before starting the best school and it can be a bit overwhelming, so remember:
‘Don’t worry! Because it’s not going to be partly as complicated, partly as worrying, partly as complicated as you think now. “
That’s according to Mr Burton, star of Channel 4’s Educating Yorkshire. And he knows it: he is now a school principal!
“If you’re not satisfied with something specific at school, just open your mouth and tell other people. . . other people need to make things better, other people need to make those disorders and worries go away. »
And don’t forget that you are in the same scenario as everyone else starting high school.
BBC news presenter Kate Silverton says:
“Everyone is as nervous as you are. . . They may not notice it, but they are. »
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