Eighth Graders Visit High Schools

On Friday, January 31st, the 8th graders at Fitz Intermediate took multiple buses to their future high schools, hoping to get a glimpse of how their lives would change as they transitioned from middle school to high school.

Kids need the opportunity to familiarize themselves with their new environment. It's important for them to learn where their new classes are located to reduce the anxiety of the transition. Every school has a different system, so the incoming students need to understand how things work—whether it's assemblies, electives, or classes. Touring the school gives students a chance to explore extracurricular activities, AP classes, and clubs they might be interested in. It helps them to get a head start to plan for their academic paths. Ultimately, getting to know the school helps ensure a smoother, more enjoyable transition, helping students feel at home in their new environment. 

The 8th-grade high school trip was exciting for students. Some students were thrilled to share about the experience, saying things like, “My Favorite part had to be the part where we were showing the classes! I enjoyed seeing all the sports that Los had to offer for us! Falcons Soar!” said 8th grader Izayah Sanchez, and “I would like to join cheer and volleyball,” said Genesis Garcia. Others were curious about classes and clubs that sparked their interests, with one mentioning, “What stuck out to me the most is all the cool activities you can join and the big football field,” said Luis Bravo. Teachers gave advice to students, with some remarking, “Sign up for at least one sport and one club to start things off. You’ll make new friends, learn new things, become more confident, and just all around grow as a person,” advised Mr. Dishong.  

All things considered, the high school trip was a valuable opportunity for students to become familiar with their new surroundings. Learning the map of the school helped them better understand their future surroundings.