Welcome to How To Survive Middle School

Ms. Jepsen

Feeling overwhelmed about middle school? Here’s what you need to thrive! In this episode, Barb interviews Ms. Jepsen, a middle school English teacher, shares essential tips for staying organized, managing homework, and making friends. ✅ Use a planner for homework deadlines. ✅ Study a little every day to avoid last-minute cramming. ✅ Make the first move to connect with others—everyone's looking for friends! Remember, grades don’t define you. It’s all about balance and effort.

Ms. Weinburg

Ever wonder what middle school teachers really wish students knew? 🤔 Here’s the truth from someone who’s been there — and it’s simpler than you think. When Barb asked Ms. Weinburg about middle school, she shared how much asking questions can change everything. Teachers are here to help — but only if you reach out early. She emphasized that knowing what to expect, asking questions, and staying organized can make a huge difference in your stress levels and confidence. So, my advice? Be curious. Be brave. Your teachers want to support you — all you have to do is ask.

Welcome to How To Survive Middle School

Welcome to how to survive middle school. This show is all about how to survive middle school, told through the lens of me, a middle schooler. I will be interviewing  different  teachers at my school and hear their perspective from what life was like for THEM as middle schools.  We're going to hear about their middle school life and tips they have for new middle schoolers. Like,  what they did when they got in a fight with their best friend ,and  how did they like the school lunches or did they like the first school dance .  So join me every other Wednesday to hear the stories your middle schooler wants to know from your middle school teachers.