When students move to a new school, they sometimes face problems. How can schools help these students with their problems?’The author asserts that schools should find ways to help students when moving causes them problems. With the emphasis on standardized testing, the author argues that schools should step in and help their students adjust to new environments. However, this assumes that schools have much power to help students adjust to new environments. The reasons students face problems when moving to a new school include the limitations of resources, the unfamiliarity with new teachers, and the lack of familiarity with the curriculum.

The first problem that causes students problems when moving to a new school is a lack of resources. As more students move to new schools, school districts struggle to provide sufficient resources for all students. Schools that choose to provide free or subsidized lunches, for instance, face the dilemma of feeding large numbers of students. In addition, schools that maintain libraries and computer labs are already struggling to provide sufficient equipment. Moving to another school district can further exacerbate this problem, as the available equipment may not match what the previous district had. In these situations, students may find themselves without the resources they need to succeed.

If students must move to a new school, they should also expect that their schools will not provide adequate resources. For example, when students move to a new school, teachers often expect the new students to arrive better prepared than their predecessors. This expectation is unrealistic, however, as students do not always prepare themselves well for the transition to a new school. Students often leave home without the necessary supplies, and they often leave their parents behind with little knowledge about the school’s policies. Such unpreparedness can lead to problems when students begin school.

The second problem facing students when moving to a new school is when they encounter unfamiliar teachers. New teachers are always a challenge, but students face a particularly difficult challenge when they move to a new school. Moving often means leaving behind friends or relatives, and students sometimes miss their old friends. Thus, when new teachers try to establish relationships with students, these friends may be reluctant to get involved. In addition, students can become upset by new teachers’ mannerisms or their style of interacting with them. When students face such challenges, they can find it difficult to perform well in school.

The third problem facing students when moving to a new school is that they may not understand the curriculum. When schools change curricula, students are often left wondering how to transition from one curriculum to the next. In addition, some subjects are changed from year to year, and some schools offer different types of programs. Having trouble adjusting to a new curriculum can make students feel out of place and insecure about their academic future. Schools can provide resources that will help students understand their new curriculum. For example, teachers can provide students with study guides and sample papers that explain new topics. When students find these resources helpful, they can learn quickly how to adjust to the new curriculum and perform well in school.

However, schools should not assume that their students face problems when moving to a new school. Students face their own challenges when moving, and they should learn to manage these problems. Students must prepare for the challenges they will face when moving. They should research the new school, including what to expect in terms of facilities and teachers, so that the transition to the new school will go smoothly. In addition, students should prepare themselves for the new curriculum by reviewing the material from the previous year. When students face these challenges, they can succeed academically and make the most of their educational opportunities.