It is not easy being a middle schooler. There are friendships to make, social relationships to navigate, decisions to make, sports to play, music lessons to commit to, and, oh yes, a few academic classes to take. On top of all of this, there is my relationship with my parents to take care of. The long and short of it is that being a middle schooler is complicated. Join Kate MacKenzie, the Middle School Counselor, to hear her take on what the social life of a middle school student is like and how you can support yours in becoming a little wiser and kinder, and more independent, resilient, and healthy.