My husband is in the army, and we have moved around a lot since our kids, 12 and 15, were born. They are used to the drill – when we tell them we’re moving, they have a system of getting involved in their new schools. First, we ask the principal for the directory of all the students, and then we get the names of students who are in particular clubs my kids are interested in joining. They write an email to one person in the club, and ask for some information. It’s a way for them to make a “buddy” before they enroll.
Maria 05/03/08
We were living in Boston when I got transferred across the country, and things are really different than they were in a big Eastern city. I think it’s been good for them, because the kids they’ve met here are not as much into drugs, drinking, etc. They said they were kind of bored at first, but I think they’re growing to like it. It’s important that teens learn to be a little flexible, and go with the flow.
Melanie 05/07/08
Maria 05/03/08