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Hi 5th graders!  Here are some tips on how to survive 6th grade, from our current 6th grade ambassadors.

How to Survive 6th Grade at DMS

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When you transition there are a lot of people. You get used to it by the 2nd week of school. You can talk as you are going to your next class. But be sure you use your time wisely and don't get tardy. It is usually fun cause you get a mini break to talk to your friends. Just make sure you keep walking while talking.

Changing classes

How long/ what you do while transitioning

Changing classes is about 4 minutes. Right as the bell rings, depending on the teacher and their dismissal, you will leave. As you leave there will be many students. If you are going towards the end of the hallway you walk on the right, if you are walking towards the commons, you walk on the left.

You will have about 4-5 minutes while switching classes. Which will give you time to transition fast to your next class. If it is a locker break you will have about 5-6 minutes. It seems long, but right as you get to the hallway to transition, go to your class right away. If you need to go to the bathroom, go at this time. During a locker break its not as bad as you think it is, its actually really fun.

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