The transition from elementary or middle school to high school can be a scary one for many young girls. Suddenly kids go from a familiar environment, to a new place with often hundreds more kids, new social norms and customs. High school opens the door to a number of new safety concerns, especially for girls.
Consider that high school is often when kids are introduced to drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, dating and peer pressure is at an all time high. Are you confident that your daughter is prepared for this new phase in her life?
Now that your daughter is at the age that she is testing her limitations and seeking more independence, it is important that she has the confidence and ability to recognize risky situations and make safe choices when it comes to her health and safety.