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Looking back on highschool espicailly my senior year I would tell myself plenty of things. To start of I would say, dont worry about the friends that change or are changing in the process of senior year odds are upon graduation you all will never see each othe again. Another thing would be is take it easy, dont stress on your last year of high school and dont dwell on things that you are not allowed to do at the time. College is just around the corner and the expeince is going to be a good one you learn your pritoties and you learn more about who you and your friends are. High school is no joke non the less is it very differnt from college espcially here in texas, as a freshmen in college I see how the classes we took senior year that were suppose to "prepare" us did not. Never the less live your senior year as it is suppose to be; spent with people you want to be around and who give positive output to your doings and goals. Dont let anyone ever tell you "you cant" what you want to do is yup to you.

I'd have taught myself how to manage time, and how to use a planner. The biggest issue that I, and probably a lot of kids had, was how to use time well. I would have learned that I could save myself a TON of stress by getting the most important things done first. I also would have taught myself to value my relationships more. No back talking, no gossiping, no cursing, no kissing for the sake of kissing. I think I had a lot of friends that I wasn't nice to, or girls that I was interested in that didn't trust me. If I had handled those two things better, a lot of the issues I had in high school would have been resolved. The other thing I would have said is that things work out, and that a lot of the things that feel huge now are small, so it's best to make the most of them. Ultimately, what these three things would have given me is value of what matters most. For a senior, there's no better thing.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that college life is wondrous and the transition is easy - - college fits you like a glove. I would tell myself to forget about all the negativity from your abusive parents - forget that you were told over and over that you would never amount to anything - because you have it in you to succeed and make a difference in this world. It has always been your dream to be an attorney, to serve the underrepresented and underserved, in particular homeless youth, since you know all to well what it is like to be a homeless youth. When you encounter situations that seem insurmountable, your indomitable spirit will see you through. Though I know you doubt it now, others will look up to you because of your standards and degree of caring for your fellow humans. Above all else, remember to breathe. In uncertain times a deep breath will center you and help you find the strength and knowledge to go on. Remember you have great study skills. Remember, most importantly, to read your syllabus!

The advice I would give myself is to be confident and to allow myself to succeed. I would tell myself that I can do whatever I put my mind to and to not let others bring me down and help me feel like I shouldn't try for what I want to do. I would tell myself that I am smart, I am knowledgeable, and I can learn and be anything.

The advice I would give my high school self would be to learn and practice good study habits! I enjoyed high school and was involved in many activites. I took honors and Adanced Placement courses and, though I did spend time studying, I didn't really see the value of it. I did well in my classes with or without focused studying and went into college expecting to have the same experience. My freshman year was a rude awakening as I struggled to keep my grades satisfactory. I found that I had to learn how to study while in the midst of extremely challenging courses. It felt a little like riding a bike without training wheels for the first time - wobbly and shaky, and a little terrifying. But I eventually found my balance, and I enjoyed my college experience more and more as my confidence in my ability to study and prepare for my classes grew. Although I value the lessons I learned as I struggled to succeed in my first year of school, how I wish I had learned to study earlier! This simple habit would have been such a benefit to me as a new college student.

Work hard, have fun, and remember to let the petty things go. You'r going to grow up alot in the next year, be ready for it.

If I could go back in time to talk to my high-school self, I would tell myself that life as an adult is very hard, so to enjoy your high-school life and do not rush it. College classes are a lot harder than high-school classes. You should also be sure of your major before you get too far into college. You can always get your General Education done first, but it is never too soon to start thinking about which career you want to pursue. College is very hard, but it is worth it in the long run, when you finally have that career that you have always dreamed of before. Life will always be full of trials and tribulations, but it is how you handle each obstacle put in front of you that truly matters. As long as you are actually learning from your mistakes, even from others' mistakes, it is only then that you are truly able to evolve to your fullest potential. I used to run from the obstacles and lessons in life every chance I ever got, but now I welcome them with open arms.

Well to start with i have not graduated from high school. Im attending to a high school (Wilkes Early College High School) which is also a college. My high school is located in Wilkes Community College. Im attending for my high school diploma and my two year degree. The program is a five year program. But not for me, im ahead of my fellow students. What I mean by that is that i have skeped 5 high school classes and have placed out of many college classes. Which places me two years ahead of my fellow students. My GPA is also above a 4.0 for my high school and my GPA for college is a 4.0. But if I could redo my Freshman year, I should of tried my hardest in all my classes. Out of all my classes one math class was online. The class had no due dates for each assignment. Sense their was no due dates I just took my time and did whatever i wanted to do. I ended up having many of my assignments finished on the last week of the semester. I should of finnished when I was suppose too.

Do everything you can to do well now, while it's so easy and it'll help so much in the long run. Work hard and learn to study and not procrastinate. Take as many classes with credits that will transfer to a university as well. Time goes by so fast, and then you're moving on. Learn how to be a good student sooner than later. It makes things so much easier!

If I could go back in time and give myself some advice when being a high school senior I would definitely tell myself to be involved. I would tell myself to join leadership and clubs and go out and meet new people. I would remind myself to keep my grades up because they really will matter in the long run. I would also remind myself to put myself on my college pathway at the beginning of the year; begin to apply for scholarships, start applying to not one, but many colleges, and try as hard as I can to find a part-time job to raise up money for college.

Learn to do you homework early. Get it done as soon as possible and don't procrastinate it. At college homework tends to pile up at the end of the semester, and it gets much worse if you procrastinate assignments that could be done sooner.

Stop it. Stop sitting there, staring at your computer monitor waiting for something to happen. Nothing happens, I promise. Stop wasting your energy trying to be a cook. Nate is a lot better at it than you are anyway. Stop spending all of your money on Magic cards and soda. That shit is expensive. Stop taking Mr. Jackson's political ramblings for granted. You'll end up thinking like him and visiting his class all the time, so you might as well get used to it. And most importantly--stop thinking you can just skate through college like you're skating through high school. Your senior year is a joke. I mean, seriously? You only have two classes that matter at all and you spend them sleeping. Go to bed earlier, stop drinking Mountain Dew at midnight, and start waking up like the rest of society. Your classes are going to be hard, and there are people willing to slit throats to be in your position. Trust me, Radiology is no joke. Get your head in the game, kid. You're lucky to have one on your shoulders as it is.

Be willing to accept change. Be willing to learn more than you anticipated. Be willing to come to know yourself for yourself. And learn to love life for what it is. Start now and get prepared for what life has to bring. But understand that you are not going to learn everything before hand--certain things will be learned while you are out at college. You are going to have to be willing to change and approve of what happens, but make the right choices you know you should. Be prepared in all that you do from now until you find yourself looking back. Your time in college will be the best time of your life as long as you are willing to look at in the best way possible.

If I could go back and give my High School senior self advice it would be to not procrastinate. In High School it was easy to procrastinate until the last moment becasue the work didn't have to be at a college level quality. I would tell myself to really know the english language and to gain power over it so that when I go into my first college english class I would be ready for the struggles that lie ahead. I would tell myself to work hard and to play hard as well. That sometimes it's ok to go out with friends if you have been working hard all week. Have fun so that you don't become a dull person that no one wants to be around, plus when you have fun you are happy and we all need to be happy. Just be happy and have fun while you work hard to get the best grades you can.

Give my best, study hard i have to finish my school

If I could go back, I would tell myself how hard college is but how rewarding it is knowing your getting a good education. People are always here to help you and you should never be afraid to ask for help. Your teachers may seem tuff but they mean well and want whats best for you.

I f I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior about the transition and my future college experience, there would be many things needed to be said. I would tell myself that the choice for the best college for me should be so clear because it is perfect for me and nobody else; not my parents, sibling, or anyone else whispering in my ear. I would tell myself that when it comes to dreams, finances can work themselves out through hard work and loans. That if I really want something, I should just go for it. I would say that high school is only a stepping stone of growth and independence, and that I should not be sad because being away at college will make you the happiest you have ever been in your life. I would also tell myself not to stress too much and to enjoy the moment; that I worked so hard, and hard enough to make my own dream really come true. I would remind myself that I am smart, brave, hardworking, and good enough to be successful and that I am ready to move on and become something great.

The first thing I would tell my senior self is to start searching for scholarships and submitting them the summer before senior year. It is good to get an early start so I will not be rushing to complete scholarships when it is time to attend college. If scholarships are done ahead of time and more are completed throughout the year there are more chances to win. Put in the work now and alleviate any stress associated with student loans later. The second thing I would tell my senior self is to look into the clubs and organizations that my college offers. In this manner, I will be able to choose which one I would like to participate in and plan, in advance, when to meet club members. This ensures that when I attend that college I already have friends to help me in my transition to college life.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to take as many AP classes as possible so that I could get college credit, sign up for classes before other people my age and thus get more classes I want, and so I could finish my degree quicker. I would also tell myself to start becoming a morning person because sometimes the college classes you have to take are early in the morning. Also, I would tell myself to get at least one job during high school just so that I would have some job experience going into college where you are competing with others with lots of job experience for the same job positions. Lastly, I would tell myself to learn some quick, easy, and inexpensive recipes to make while in college. If I've learned anything in college it's that your money goes a lot quicker than you'd like because you're paying for everything you need yourself. Saving money by not eating out has been one of the smartest things I've done.

Decide to go to college sooner and apply for scholarships while in high school and not wait tell the last minuet to fill them out.

If I could go back in time to myself in my senior year, I would tell myself to create good study habits. College is so much harder than high school in that aspect. For me, high school was easy. I never really had to study so that definitely had an impact on my grades. I would tell myself that grades are the most important thing and to not procrastinate anymore. It's hard to have a good time with your friends when you know you have a pile of homework at home waiting for you. Another thing I would say is to spend as much time with your family as possible while you're at home. I went out of state for school and being that far away from everyone you love for so long can be difficult. Family's important so make sure you don't take advantage of them. And lastly, I would tell myself to save money and to make a budget for yourself. It's hard having so much freedom and trying to keep yourself in check.

Do your homework. In college, your professors expect you tol have already finished it before class in order to discuss and go more into detail about what you are learning. It's not all about the parties and the friends; you go to school for an education. Save all the money that you can. You do not want to come out of school in debt because of loans. And breathe. You'll be okay, I promise. It gets easier, and there is always someone there to help you.

The advice I would give myself, when I am trying to do something I won't give up, don't let them fail.

I would encourage myself to be more social, to interact more with others outside my family. I would encourage myself to begin to rely on non-family members for emotional support.

I would tell myself to develop way better study habits and to be more disciplined about school because at college no one is going to stand over you and tell you when things are due, they will tell you once and that is it. Also I would tell myself to get better at talking with girls because there are alot of girls here and it would have been nice to know how to really talk to them before the end of my first semester. Finally I would tell myself to enjoy college, its not only about the books and classes but all the other aspects of college life that make it so great and memorable.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a hight school senior now knowing what I have experienced in college I would have told myself not to have planned too much. I know that usually it is the other way around, that you should have planned and prepared more for leaving home and going to school, but that was not the case with myself. I had a five year plan that outlined everything I was to do, my educational goals, my social goals, and in reality now it does not matter that I gratuated college in three years instead of four. I wish that I would have enjoyed the point in life I was at instead of anticipating what would follow after school.

The first piece of advice I would go back and give my eighteen year old self would be to simply give things time. As you transition to college and a new environment, you aren't going to make friends over night and you aren't going to stop missing your hometown right away. However, if you give things a little time, you will make lifelong friends and create memories you will cherish the rest of your life. Second: be yourself. Don't try to change who you are to fit in with those around you. People will learn to love you for who you truly are inside, and compromising yourself and your values will only slow down the process. Third: try not to stress too much. There will be times when you will worry about passing a class or making ends meet financially, but trust me, stressing will not help. Have faith that things will work out for the best and continue on. Fourth and finally: be happy and enjoy the journey. College isn't going to be as bad as you may think and you will surely miss it when it's over, so enjoy it while it lasts!

If I had any advice to give to any incoming college student, I would say, "Be responsible, learn how to be independent and work with others. College can be a fun experience if you stay on top of school work and engage in uplifting social activities. Don't do stupid things; have fun, but be able to live with the choices you make and accept the consequences whether good or bad. Live with no regrets."

If I could talk to the old me, or the high school me, I would tell myself to not waste so much time, and crack down on those books. I would remind myself that studying hard will pay off. I would tell my younger self that it is okay to be a little more social, and learn how to tlak to other people, so that I could make more friends my first year at college. Simply I would tell my high school me to study and learn how to do well on tests so that it will be easier when I am in college and that is all you do!!!

I would definitely tell myself that its not all just partying, fun and games. If I want to get anywhere im life, I have to take all my studies seriously, mabye even take some classes at a community college before graduating from high school, and get as far ahead as I can, making it easier for myself in the future. College isnt a break from school, its another step up, and if you treat it as a light matter, you will be reaping those consequences as your GPA drops, scholarships leave, and even as you are denied jobs because you couldnt get that degree you were working for. Also, I would make sure that I don't go completely off the other end and have no social life, never have any fun, and spent 12 hours a day in the library. It is also important to have fun and relax. Truthfully, those things will help you to do better in school, you just need to find the right balance.

Assuming, if i could go back in time and talk to to myself as a high school senior there are many things i would tell myself about college life and the transition from the drama filled world of high school to the real world. the firlst thing i would tell myself is to reserach scholarships and grants. Also, I would remind of millons of dollars of unclaimed money that you can get from the government through FASPA. having the money to go to college is important to have so you can go to the college you really want to go to. The second thing I would tell myself is to look at all the colleges you want to go to first before you apply. You dont want to regreat picking the school. third and final thing i would tell my self is to enjoy the remaing year I have at high school. you want to take things slow or you'll miss great experieriences and miss out making some great memories.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a High School Senior, I would tell myself to not be afraid of leaving the Valley. I would tell myself to accept the partial Scholarship that NAU offered and look for Financial Aide to supplement the rest of it. I would tell myself not to give up on the dream of becoming an educator and to not give up on myself. I would tell myself to remember the words of the speech I delivered at graduation that year and "don't let the clouds get in your way". I would reassure myself that I am intellegent and capable. I would point out the grades I recieved and my GPA and remind myself that I could accomplish anything. I would tell myself to have faith in myself and to not give in to the hurtful words of others who would only seek to control or manipulate me. I would tell myself to remember Kay Benjamin, Jay Dean Jones and Richard Dant, the instructors who shaped my learning and inspired me to write, discover and perform. Above all else, I would tell myself, "Don't give up".

If I could go back in time and could give adivice to myself I would tell myself that school should come first before all other interest. That if I stay focused in my classes and did the homework I would get a good grade. Also I would tell myself that I should avoid having a girlfriend that first semester, because I was so young and childish back then, and it really distracted from my school work.

Dear Michelle, I want you to know how important it is that you enjoy your life and enjoy your years in high school and the years that are ahead of you. Create some options for yourself. Apply to multiple schools, take your classes a little more seriously. If you do take your classes more seriuosly, by studying and trying to actually learn the material I know you will look back and be grateful that you created those good habits. Find a balance in life, in everything, in all you do. Life is for fun, but it is also for learning and for bettering yourself. Be an example to your siblings, show them how fun learning can be and how it can help you to become a better person. Respect your teachers, learn to love the things they teach. Take more notes and when you take the ACT...STUDY!!!! Remember to dream big, to capture those dreams, and make them happen. Create options. It will help you in the future. Love, Your future self

College is an adjustment to what you know schooling to be. There is a different sort of pressure about it, because you are paying for classes rather than just being told to go by your parents. The workload is in some ways similar and in some ways more difficult, deadlines tend to be a lot more strict on assignments, so get used to turning things in on time now, and extra credit is pretty much not existent so don't rely on that too much. There will be a different equilibrium in a college student's life, it's not simply balancing homework and friends, it's also on top of that learning to deal with roommates, finding out how to cook for yourself, homework and probably a job because college is expensive. Practicing being independent while still living at home could be very beneficial to learning how to live a life in college.

I would tell my past self that I need to work harder and develop the habbits needed for good schooling. Also I would tell myself that hard work yields the best results. Education is everything

Study. Study, study, study. This isn't High School anymore. You can't get by just by listening in class. You have to spend time outside of class and outside of homework with your book and notes, and study. Buy a digital audio recorder and let it run during class in case you need to go back and listen to it over again. Also, read your notes into it and listen to the recording as you go from class to class. You will never forget what is in your notes that way.

I would tell myself not to worry. I was so worried about leaving home, living with people I had never met before, being far from my parents, and having a ton of homework. When I got to college I had the time of my life. Deciding to go to college is one of the best choices I ever made. I would tell myself to chill out and relax. Just have fun! College is the Garden of Eden compared to high school. The most important thing I would tell myself is not to be afraid to hope. High school was the worst four years of my life and I was afraid to hope that college would be better just in case it wasn't and my hopes were crushed. Never be afriad to hope for something better because if you don't think it will be better then you might miss out on how wonderful it really is.

I've found value in my life after starting collge. I feel like I'm actually moving foward and improving my future with each term I finish. I was dreading going to college after I finished high school. But once I started, I entered a whole new world. A world of discovery and self achievment. I don't feel like I'm being held back when I'm in class. In fact, I can feel myself pushing the limits of my abilities and talents. After class, I feel mentally exhausted, but with a sense of accomplishment, like I didn't waste my day. And the journey towards getting my degree will be long and challenging, I know that in the end, I will be ahead of this game that we call life.

During my college experience I have learned many things. As well as taking my major classes, I've explored a little bit to make sure that what I wanted to do, was really what I wanted to do. I've changed my mind, made mistakes, learned to live on my own, work two jobs and be a full-time student, and become a better member of society. As I've endured sicknesses and car crashes, worked with a school schedule and homework, dealt with crazy roommates, and made friends I've learned more than I ever thought I would. I pride myself in being intelligent and working hard. College has definitely given me a chance to prove that. I may not have the GPA I would like, but the excuses for it being a 3.7 instead of a 4.0 have taught me almost as much as the wonderful teachers that have helped to add to my storehouse of knowledge and worked with me as I've hit life's bumps. The teachers have been amazing and the campus is friendly, proud, academically advanced, and beautiful. Financial aid is limited, but I won't let that hold me back.

The things i have learned from college are beneficials. I feel that what i have learned has been very valuable. The education provided was steady and dependable. The preparation from the teachers and tutors has beneficial so far. The subject surrounds the focus of my major. The learning experience will indeed help me in my future accomplishments. College Education shows how a person can do well in their field and major. Jobs will become so much easier because of the education provided. College seem to make me a better individual and has prepared me mentally for a great life and opportunities for life.

Through my college experience I have learned to value my time and have self discipline. It has taken a lot of time, hard work, and endurance to not only attend my classes, but to participate and get good grades. It has been valuable for me to attend Brigham Young University- Idaho because I have been surrounded by students with the same goals and high moral standards as me. I have been lifted spiritually, and enlightened academically . My college experience here has helped me grow and build character that I would not otherwise be privelaged to at other schools.

I have gotten a better understanding of the direction I want my life to be going. When I first entered Cecil College I had no clue what I wanted to do with my education, but through my classes and my teachers I have learned that I want to go into a business field such as management or accounting. College has given me a better understanding of life. I now know the path in which to follow.

After changeing my major atleast twice I have come to understand that this school offers her students not only the the best, and coninuously evolving education, but also a fuller understanding of how the students faith and understanding of purpose will help them in their lives and careers. I am a Father and Husband as well as a Graphic Designer and this knowledge and mindset has exstended in to all parts of my life and helped me be prepared for life after college.

In just my semester of college experience I feel I have gained a better self confidence, sense of responsibility, and become a better and more dedicated person. I realize that the money I worked so hard to earn last summer is paying for my education and that I am soley responsible for getting everything out of college that I put into it. I have learned to live on my own, how to budget, support myself, and make decisions on my own that affect my future. As I continue my education and make choices I gain confidence in knowing that I can support myself and chase my dreams as long as I put the forth the work. College has been one of the best experiences of my life as I learn new things and life lessons every day. College is a journey in my life that will have a lasting impact on me throughout my life and I'm grateful for the opportunity I have to continue and set an example for others. Success is a constant journey not a destination and college is one of the stepping stones in my life to help me continue the journey.

I was really tired of getting passed by for people with less experience simply because they had the degree. So I decided that I would come to school to get one of my own.

Learning is said to be a never ending road. It is a road everyone takes with many different branchs that can take anyone where they need to go, and college is just a road map that helps travels navigate this long and sometimes confusing road. College to me helps me pave a road to where I want to go to further my learning. I am also discovering myself more and finding the things I like and dislike. through my studies. I also get to meet fellow students who share the same interest as mine, and push me to where I want to be. I am not just growing as a student but as a person as a whole. College allows me to gain valuable tools that I can use in my life and throughout my job. It is like carrying my own little toolbag that I carry inside my truck I can grab everytime I have a need for it. It lets me have the ability to know that I can do any job the correct way. So college allows me to grow as a student but also as a person.

Attending Brigham Young University has been the most valuable thing that i have ever done in my entire life. I have made friends that have changed my life and I have learned information that has broadened my way of thinking. I have gotten to know myself better as well as have studied the workings of other people and how our society runs. I have had so many experiences on campus that have helped make me into the young women that I am becoming. I love my school and the experiences that it brings me.

Throughout my college experience thus far, I have gained an immense passion for learning. I have had passionate professors who have brought the subjects to life and began the sparking of a fire within me that is now unquenchable. I find my classes fascinating and always have the desire to learn more and understand all the how’s and why’s of all the information I intake. This desire has led me to search out additional resources in my school which further my learning and enhance my satisfaction with the courses I am enrolled in. School no longer seems like a chore. It feels like a blessing that I am granted the opportunity to associate with so many people who have the knowledge and skills and are only too willing to pass them onto me. I have started a process which will continue throughout the rest of my life—a process which will only continue to make me a better person as I gain more knowledge about the world. The passion for learning that attending college has given me is priceless and I would not trade this experience for the world.

What I have gotten out of my college experience so far, is that college is about networking, meeting new people, joining organizations and being responsible. I chose to do my first year out of state, it taught me a lot. I was a lot more responsible with going to class, making sure my work was completed in a timely manner. I met a lot of new people and a few of them I still have as friends, I also joined an organization. With everything that goes on in college, students must learn how to balance their time between work, having fun and what is really important to them. I learned how to do that and I use the multitasking skills in my everyday life now.