Hi.. I teach high school for "at risk" kids and the advice I'm giving you is the same as what I tell them. Repect yourself and treat others with the respect you'd like in return (even if they don't always seem as if they deserve it).

If you have respect for yourself, you will know what is right for you and when to ask questions about a situation of those you trust. Honor who you are as you grow and change and try to remember not everyone will be growing into maturity at the same rate.

Respect your need for fun and don't rush growing up...(trust me, it'll happen soon enough) High school students have all the emotions and temptations as adults, but much less time on the planet to get perspective. Always respect your process of growing and learning enough to take a deep breath and give yourself time to think before you decide on anything important.

We all need eah other. Develop a network of peope, adults and peers, that you respect and can trust and talk with them about what's going on in your life.

Oh, yes, give your best effort to your school work and if you don't understand, or if a teacher is hard to deal with (and some are!) TALK to them about it. Never stop asking questions that help you learn.

Good luck, but I doubt you'll need it. Bet you'll do fine.