Freshmen are adapting well
For most students
at Marian-- 508 upperclassmen to be exact-- recalling your freshman transition
period is likely a distant memory. But for the 194 freshmen gracing the
halls, adjusting to high school life is still a work in progress.
For many Marian
freshmen, embarking on a new school means the addition of new
terminology. For example, Gnimocemoh, puppy chow, quad, walk-a-thon,
Schad and many other terms must instantly be added to their vocabulary.
Besides the addition of new words and their meanings, freshmen have to
adjust to a new curriculum, teachers, and scheduling.
Freshman Molly Budd
thinks the transition into high school has been challenging at times.
“Adjusting from grade school to Marian has
been very hectic. The schedule is hard to get used to because the classes
seem longer [than grade school].”
Although some days
(specifically Mondays) seem to last for an infinite amount of time, freshman
Darrica Hollis is glad she’s making a smooth transition.
“I’m glad I’m
making the transition to high school because I’ve gotten to know many new
girls. My favorite part of high school has been meeting new people and
having more expected of me.”
Freshman World
History teacher Mrs. Kim Remmick said the freshmen are adjusting well to high
school classes and expectations.
“There’s overall a fairly high maturity level, so it hasn’t caused too
much chaos.”
Sra. Velda Hughes,
freshman Spanish teacher, agreed, adding that the majority of the freshmen are
doing very well in her class. “I think they’re adjusting extremely well. They’re enthusiastic and excited to learn,”
said Hughes. “It’s really a great group of kids this year,” she
said.
Getting used to new
routine, a tough curriculum, and new faces every day can be very overwhelming,
but with time and a positive attitude, transitioning into Marian will soon be a
distant memory.