Do you go to a school where they're all either preps or jocks? Do you want to stand out as a punk but still keep all your 'other' friends? If you're not looking for information on how to be a full-fledged punk but you still want to incorporate some punk elements into your life and style, read on.

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[edit] Steps

Evaluate your priorities: think about how much this is going to affect you and your current relationships. Punk, no matter how mild, can freak a lot of people out.
Know that you don't have to be a cranky, foul mouthed loser, unless you want to. It's all about originality, so just be your self. Just lose all your stereotypes, and try and be more accepting.
Wear what you want. Punk is about individuality, but try to dress in something that is the antithesis of clothes that are in. Non-conformity is the root of punk. Try some leather jackets, a few wallet chains, studded bracelets, some hi-top converse sneakers or Doc Martens. Be yourself. And if you are brave enough, make your own clothes. DIY is integral. Write on t-shirts, rip jeans yourself, etc.
Buy a studded belt, a few jeans and some nice shirts, Safety pins to attach to your clothes or your bag. Studded bracelets are fun and have been worn by trademark punk icons such as John Lydon/Johnny Rotten. Black is always in style, and be sure to pick out things that you like. If you're a girl, it's not necessary to pick tank tops; do what feels comfortable.
Make your hair however you want. It's your hair and punk is all about individuality. But if you want you can try out the following hair options: Mohawk, Fauxhawk or Liberty Spikes.
Be Different! Get involve in the community and help change it for the better.

[edit] Tips

Remember, punk is all about originality.
Be polite, there's no need for rudeness, but don't let people push you (or others) around.
Research your bands, and get some of their gear.
Try not to look like a commercial teenager from Hot Topic. Make up your own style, be original.

[edit] Warnings

Many people say that some bands are sellouts because of a little popularity, but don't buy into this. Calling a band, whether it's as poppy as Simple Plan, a sellout goes against everything punk stands for, which is doing what you want and being yourself. The people that call bands sellouts are just plain intolerant, which again goes against what punk stands for. If you like bands like Green Day, Simple Plan or Good Charlotte, and some kid with a mohawk tells you they're not punk, don't listen to him/her.