There's always that one teacher that is easy to drive nuts. The thing is, you have to put yourself out there, you're going to 8th like me, right? you gotta stand out, the easiest way is trying to talk with someone that also seems lonely, don't forget, right now, everyone is self-conscious, everyone feels like how you do (including myself but worse). Everyone probably thinks making a friend is too hard, but it's not, you just need to find an opening, new kids also make that easier. I myself am slightly garbage at making friends, but just try, someone, may notice your effort and take a step forward