Many parents feel prepared for elementary school and even middle school. However, high school life feels different almost immediately. Schedules become busy, communication changes, and responsibilities grow quickly. High school life for parents is not only about grades and activities. Instead, it is about learning how to support a teenager who is becoming more independent while still needing guidance. Freshman Year: Adjustment and Independence Freshman year often surprises families. Students are learning a new campus, new expectations, and new social dynamics all at the same time. During this year, parents should focus on helping students learn responsibility rather than solving every problem. For example, allow your teen to communicate with…