Those were tough times for me.My best advice is,1~You got to always look nice, no matter if you think you're ugly. (You most likely are not ugly either!) Meaning don't repeat outfits, don't get stains, etc.2~Keep your head up. Literally. Confidence even when you don't have it can be shown visually, bullies look for the people who lack self confidence because they know they can get to you easier, but it you always act like you are proud of yourself and everything you do, then they will be like, wow lets leave this guy alone!3~Do no be awkward, even if you are born anti-social, don't put yourself in awkward situations, try and be as friendly and outgoing as possible. Nobody likes someone in a conversation who stands there and listens, become a part of the conversation.4~Be a jokester. Recommended for guys rather girls. Being funny is a really good strategy because you get people to laugh and be happy and most of all like you, as long as your jokes are in the right terms. Make jokes at appropriate times to avoid getting in trouble in class.5~Be HONEST. If someone is bothering you that you don' want to be around, tell them. It's better to know then let them live off of thinking you are friends. This person needs a hint of reality that you don't want to be friends, but make sure you do it in a way where it won't offend them.6~Be yourself. You are an amazing person no matter what anyone says and just going with the flow and not caring about judgment is a great lifestyle.7~Be quiet in class, get work done, and focus at home. If you are smart and get good grades, that is all that really matters at school. Friends are just a bonus. Make sure you keep on good terms with your teachers and do not break their trust and always keep your work done to know that other people can rely on you too.I hope this helps :) I hope your school year rocks!