Middle school is wild, let’s be honest.

One minute you’re vibing in elementary school with crayons and snack time… next thing you know you’re trying to find your next class while carrying a backpack that weighs more than you. 😩

But don’t worry—we got you. Whether you’re repping Livonia, Ann Arbor, or anywhere in the Mitten State, here’s your middle school survival guide. Michigan-style. 🧤

🧊 1. Michigan Weather? Unpredictable AF

Bring a hoodie. Always. You’ll walk into school freezing, and leave sweating. It could snow in April and be 80° in October. No one knows what’s happening. Not even the weather apps. 🤷‍♂️

Pro tip: stash an emergency hoodie or umbrella in your locker. You’re welcome.

🍕 2. School Lunch = Hit or Miss

Sometimes it slaps (like pizza Friday). Other times... why is that nugget so sus?

Solution: make trades, pack snacks, or find your lunch squad who’s always down to share. Bonus if they bring extra Takis. 🔥

📚 3. Grades Matter (But So Do You)

Yes, your grades are important. But so is your mental health. If you’re struggling, say something. Talk to your counselor, teacher, or a trusted adult.

And if you’re doing your best? That’s a win. Be proud.

🧠 4. Don’t Stress About Being Popular

Real talk: no one’s gonna care who was “cool” in 7th grade once you graduate.

Be yourself. Find your people. If you like anime, own it. If you love Minecraft or BTS or skateboarding or drawing—go all in. That’s your vibe. 💯

📸 5. Make the Memories

Go to the dances (even if they're awkward). Take the group pics (even if someone blinks). Join the clubs, the sports, the talent shows.

Middle school flies by. These are the weird, funny, unforgettable years. Lean in. Laugh loud. And take the cringe photos—you’ll love them one day.

🥶 Bonus: Respect the Great Lakes Drip

You’re in Michigan. Embrace the Carhartt beanies, snow boots with shorts, and everyone’s obsession with saying "ope" and "soda vs pop." (It’s Soda, fight me.)

TL;DR

Middle school in Michigan? Chaotic but kinda iconic.

Be real, stay kind, and rock your own vibe. You're not just surviving—you’re leveling up. 🚀

And remember: even the awkward moments? They're part of your story. One day you’ll look back and say, "Wow, I really lived through that snowstorm, those braces, and that school dance where no one danced." 😂

Kelseycharmayne Photography

📍 Based in Livonia, Michigan

📷 Here for the real moments, the giggles, the friendships, and the glow-ups

🌐 www.kelseycharmayne.com

📞 734-521-7535

📧 kelsey@kelseycharmayne.com

Let’s freeze time before you level up to high school. You’ve got a story to tell. 📸