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New challenges kids face in middle school and in high school (Understood)

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New challenges kids face in middle school

  • Middle-schoolers travel between classes on their own and store their books in lockers.
  • Middle-schoolers usually have a different teacher for each subject.
  • Students in middle school face more social pressure and often worry about their ability to fit in and make friends.

New challenges kids face in high school

  • There’s more homework and an emphasis on grades in high school.
  • High-schoolers need to manage time well, stay organized, and take good notes.
  • In high school, self-advocacy is important for kids with learning and thinking differences.

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Elementary Family Engagement High School Middle School Transition