Real Advice for Middle School Boys

Looking for REAL advice for your Middle School boy before he starts school?

I’ve written about tween boy hygiene tips and getting organized for school, but nothing tells the truth like this one. Advice from a real 7th grader, one who just finished his first year of middle school. I wrote some Mom notes at the bottom to encourage YOU too.

The only way to appreciate this post is to read it aloud to your son. Real advice for boys, by BOYS.

1. Gym

Change quickly, keep looking down, do not stare. Never ask the gym teacher, “What you are we doing today?” They hate that question! Make sure you wash your gym uniform each week. Purchase more than one set of uniforms just in case you forget to bring it home. (Great tip!)

2. Lunch

Always pack your lunch because cafeteria food is fake and gross. Make sure you get your group of friends and claim your table. Once your table is claimed it is yours for the rest of the year.

3. Locker

Don’t bother wearing a coat even on the coldest days it will not fit in your locker. Don’t be a locker freak and put mirrors and decorate your locker with lights, carpet, etc. (Note to moms: Middle school boys like to wear shorts all winter long too! )

4. Bus

Try not to be noticed on the bus, you don’t want the bus driver to know who you are. Find a friend, and just keep quiet.

5. Band

Don’t play out of turn on purpose- not a good way to get on your teachers good side.

6. Clubs

Don’t be afraid to try a new club or activity out. Who knew I’d like the Talent Show?

7. Principal

Ignore them as much as possible, don’t look at them or say Hi, because then they will stop you and ask what’s your name, etc. For the rest of the year when they see you they will say, “Hey Bob!” and all the kids think that you have been in trouble before and that is why the principal knows you.

Notes to Moms

When my son got off the bus after the first day of 6th grade, I asked him how he felt. His response, “Relieved!” I’ll never forget it. He summed up exactly how we all felt in one word.

Books that have helped me as my son transitions from elementary school to middle school to high school:

Six Ways to Keep the Good in Your Boy: Guiding Your Son from His Tweens to His Teens by Dannah Gresh

Five Conversations You Must Have With Your Son by Vicki Courtney

The Five Love Languages of Teenagers by Gary Chapman

Boundaries With Teens: When to Say Yes, How to Say No by John Campbell

May all of your sons be successful this year. Pray for them before they leave for the day and while they’re gone. Pray for their friends, teachers, and schools. Middle School is a new adventure and the bridge between elementary and high school. Have a wonderful year.

Looking for REAL advice for your Middle School boy before he starts school?

1. Gym

2. Lunch

3. Locker

4. Bus

5. Band

6. Clubs

7. Principal

Notes to Moms

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