Tips to survive high school! :)

1. Don't be desperate. Don't throw yourself at any guy who seems mildly interested. You're just going to get unpleasant nicknames, people will talk behind you back, and no one will be comfortable with leaving their boyfriend with you.
2. Guys are going to flirt with you. That's just how they are naturally programmed. But I can honestly tell you, chances are the guy isn't really into you. If he really was, he wouldn't spend a ton of time flirting. At one point or another, he'll ask you out if he really likes you.
3. Scary enough, guys who have girlfriends still may flirt with you. Again, don't take it seriously. But this is the part that's scary; he may start to have feelings for you even though he has a girlfriend. Get. Away. From. Him. I know you may start to have feelings for this guy, but if he's willing to cheat on his girlfriend with you, than what's going to stop him for cheating on you with another girl when you two are dating?
4. Don't care about what other people think. Many of those people aren't going to remember the embarrassing things that you say and do once they (or you if 'they' are younger than you) graduate, so don't stress over it.
5. Go for extra-curriculars. Not only do they look awesome on college applications, but it's a great way to find people who enjoy the same things that you do. My favorites were band and make-up crew.
6. Do what makes you happy. I joined make-up crew in October/November and I was the only freshman. And out of all the girls that were there, I only knew three of them pretty well. But I love make-up so I enjoyed it!
7. Go to Friday night (or any weeknight) sporting events. They're full of energy and lots of crazy, hilarious, and unforgettable things are going to happen. It's a good way to bond with friends or it could also be a great first date.
8. Believe it or not, it's going to go by FAST. I look back at the beginning of my freshman year, and it seems SOOOOO distant. (I would give anything to get it back to be honest.) So take LOTS of pictures and videos. Don't take a single second for granted.
9. Put yourself out there, where ever 'there' is. Don't be scared of the upper-classmen. They were freshman once and are going to be understanding.
10. Don't do anything stupid. No drugs, no alcohol, no sleeping around. I shouldn't have to explain to you why this is bad.
11. I know that some people feel the pressure to fit in. Sleeping around is NOT the way to go around this. You WILL find other ways to get acceptance.
12. Don't flip over finals. I know I did, but I was just scared because it was the first time doing my finals. They really actually aren't that scary. Just make sure you get their on time to take them.
13. Go to parties. Not crazy drug/alcohol parties. Stay away from those like your life depends on it. You never know. Your life really could depend on it. I mean go to small parties that are going to be tame. Usually a group of friends going out to eat and to a movie or just to a friends house for a holiday party. Or if you're like me and you have a bunch of friends who are seniors, graduation parties.
14. Don't not do your homework. If you actually do your homework and you get good grades, you're going to have an easier time in high school because you won't have the stress to get your grades up and your late homework in. It's going to alleviate problems and stress and it'll keep your parents and teachers off your back. I'm not saying you have to be an A+ student, just don't be failing your classes.
15. Go to dances that allow all grades/ages. They're a great way to have fun and express yourself! It's dark and no one can see how embarrassing your dance moves are ;)
16. If at all possible, don't take ANY study halls. I can understand why you would want/need one, but if you don't take study halls you can get all your credits faster which means senior year, you won't need to take all core classes. Obviously you'll have to take English, but that might be about it. (Personally, I'm going to have to take all core classes though. Well, not core classes, but they're not executives either. They're gonna be AP)
17. Take four years of Spanish. Most colleges require two years, but sooner or later they're going to start requiring three years of Spanish. We don't really have an idea as to when this is going to happen, so stay safe and take at least three years. But you should really take four years just to give you that little edge when colleges go through their applications.

I really hope that this is going to help you guys. The first year of High School is different for everyone, but you only get one shot to make it worth it. Don't mess it up. Get ready to have the best four years of your life :)