These tips will help you fit in more easily and make friends faster in your new high school.
Be yourself! Other people can tell when you're putting on an act to look cool. They don't like it and probably won't want to spend any time around you.
Get involved with a club or team. Pick something you like doing and see if your school supports it. You'll have fun doing your activity and it's a great opportunity to meet new people and get comfortable.
Strike up a conversation. Just going over and starting to talk to someone really can open them up. Even if they seem reserved or really quiet, they could have a completely different side that you can't see yet. If someone is a jerk or really isn't interested, don't let it get you down. Just try someone else.
Be nice to everyone. Nobody likes to get made fun of. Help someone out if they are getting picked on.
If you're in high school, go to the sporting events. Usually it's the football games that are most popular. Bring a few friends and/or look out for people you know. Since everyone hangs out in groups, pick one that has people you know or have seen before.
Compare schedules. Ask people if they have some of your classes. This works best with new kids because they're just as nervous as you are.
