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If I had the opportunity to speak to my high school senior self, I would most definitely advise myself about the importance of organization and time management. I found early on that being organized and having things prepared early on are a crucial part of being a college student. Due dates tend to appear when you least expect them too. While being a full time student, it was inevitable that in my 5 or 6 of my 8 classes I had regular homework. With this, I would tell myself to be sure to keep an organized planner, and to keep sticky notes. I found that placing sticky notes in places on things that I would regularly use or see, helped this aspect because they were reminders of what needed to get done. With this also comes prioritizing; what is due first, and what will take more time to do. I would remind myself to do things in that order becasue it creates an easier and less time consuming process. Though I feel as though there are many things I could've better prepared for I found that organization and time management seemed to be the most crucial.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself not to stress and worry so much about little details that are out of my control, like what my roommate will be like or how often I am going to have to write long papers. I would tell myself to focus on enjoying my last year of high school and to physically push myself more to prepare for a demanding life of being a dance major in college. I would tell myself to start eating better and using a planner so that in college I wouldn’t have to teach myself how to do those things on top of all of the other things I have to keep track of. Also, I would tell myself to start saving what little money I had at the time because paying tuition is stressful and every penny counts.

Ifi could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior, I would tell myself to be more organized. By organized i mean planning out which days im doing certain assignments, just so im not rushing or feeling overwhelnmed. I would also tell myself to start going to sleep early and waking up on time for classes because that is what I have a problem with here at college now.

Oranization, plan, scheduleing. Be prepared to work hard for your dreams, high school is tough butv so is college and the real world. Enjoy every minute wheather you go part time or full time you will achieve your goals and dreas. There are people who want to help you, ask for help, accept the help. Take pride in who you are and what you want to do. Be Thankful. Your high school teachers do there very very best to get you ready for college. Greatfull. Be extra gratefull for your parents who have raised you and is helping you achieve you college dreams and have been there in the ups and downs.

What advice I would give my high school self would be to follow my original plans on where to go after high school. I have been wanting to go to Dean College since my Junior year. Unfortunately, some of my family didn't agree with the path I wanted to take, which was to major in dance. After exploring my options by going to a community college and then to a Cosmetology school, five years later I decided to go back to my original dream. I don't regret becoming a hairdresser, but if I followed my Dean career path I could have been graduated and working by now. So maybe I should really tell myself it's ok to have a backup plan but always follow your dreams and don't listen to anyone that says you can't do it. I am proud that I realized that now while I am still young and before it was too late.

I would say to try your best in school. Also don't let others distract you. Make sure you do your homework and get enough sleep.

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make sure to make a schedule and stay on top of it.

Looking back, knowing now about college life and the transition, I would tell myself to be patient and think things through first. Wanting to be like most of my classmates, I wanted to start college as soon as the following year, which was a big mistake. During my last years at high school, I didn't put much thought into what I actually wanted to have as a career in the future, all I knew is that I liked fashion. I ended up getting accepted to a college close to my house that had a decent fashion major. I hated everything about my first year; my classes, my major, the commute, etc. Due to personal issues and heartbreak, I decided to drop out of college, focus on myself and figure out what I want to do with my life. During the break, I learned a lot about myself and how I wanted to be in the future. That being said, I would tell myself to be patient and take time to think before rushing into things.

Do not give up on your goals

Try as hard as you can in High School. Be as open to everyone as you can, making friends new friends is a great thing.

If I was to go back in time to when I was in hgih school, I would advice myself to not procastinate as much and work on using my time wisely and get used to studying.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself an ear-full of helpful information. YOU CANNOT SLACK!! Even when you are sick, it is the worst thing to do. Staying ahead and keeping up with assignments will lead you to a successful semester. College is nothing like high school, it is more flexible and not as much drama. It will be a very tough first semester but you will eventually get used to the transition of having no money and eating at random times. Don't be so nervous, being nervous only stops people from wanting to get to know you. Lastly, I would tell myself to just work hard and that it will all pay off in the future so giving up is not an option.

I would tell myself to get my work done and get good grades. I would tell myself that highschool is not worth parting or having fun at.

I would chnage my level of organization. i would tell jyse;f to learn to write everything down

GEt everything done quicker and enjoy the time you have at school.

If I could go back in time to when I was a high school senior I would have a lot of advice and knowledge to give myself. First being, stop worrying about how many friends I have. The friends I had then did not stick around after graduation and just go to show how true they were to me. I worried way too much as to how people percieved me and especially the way I looked. I would tell myself to make time to relax and stop beating myself up over the projects or essays I had to accomplish. As a perfectionist, I tend to drive myself crazy and I would like to remind myself that perfection is impossible. Most importantly, I want to tell myself to just be happy. Be happy for I still live at home, happy that I live in my town, and happy with myself. I worried way too much and now that I am comfortable in who I am, I regreat giving myself those sleepless nights. So listen up senior year Shannon, just be happy.

I would tell myself not to give up, and instead of letting things get in my way use it as an inspiration to do better. As a high school senior I was very depressed because of the recent death of my father and I let this get in the way of my studies. I would personally tell myself to not let my fathers death break me down, but instead focus that pain into my education in order to persevere.

I would tell myself to work harder in choosing a school instead of having my principle hwlp me out entirely. When choosing school, I was the one being manipulated by Dean College and was too blind to see how awful of a school it actually is. My plan is to transfer after my sophomore year, which was my original plan. However, I could have commuted to the local community college instead of paying over 20K a year. Being from a family of 5 it will be entirely up to me to pay off the debt, which is possible.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself about college I would tell myself "all the things you heard about college is true, but you need to know that you would all the time to hang out with friends make sure you get your work did first. College is not like high school; the papers that you are doing right now is baby work. With the papers you have to do in college you have lot of pages. Just make sure you get your work did before you do anything. And if you need help don't be afraid to go to your teachers or your academic advisiors they could help you out. I wouldn't tell you anything wrong. I been through it thats why I'm telling you this now."

As a senior in high school, dancing was all i had known my entire life. I had been accustomed to a chaotic lifestyle of late night rehearsals, long car rides, and an over-bearing "dance mom" that drilled being a professional dancer in my head. I had always had a passion for helping others and being active within my community, but with my mother always in my ear about dancing, i thought choosing dance as a major was my best option. After completing my freshman year of college, i realized my true passion of psychology from taking one general psychology course. I took the step in changing my major to psychology, and i could not be anymore satisified with my decision. Therefore, if I could go back in time and give my high school senior self advice, i would tell myself that college is a time of discovery and that there is nothing wrong with changing paths. I would say that change is not necessarily always a bad thing and not to run from it. I would tell myself to embrace the change because in the end, the only person who knows what is best for myself, is me.

It’s time to make a lifelong decision, I know you really think that joining the Air Force is the right thing for you, but I would like you to consider another option. I know you don’t like school, but looking into the future, what can you do without an education? Even the Air Force knows you need an education, why do you think you have to attend the training school after basic training? I know you don’t think you can afford to go to school. There are ways to overcome that obstacle; there are all kinds of scholarships and tuition assistance programs you can qualify for. I know you think you can always go back to school, but I know that life will get in the way. You will have kids and a husband and being the person that you are you will put them first and you will be 50 years old and wondering what happened to your plans. So take the time now and do what is right for you because believe me you are a great and giving person and will go even further with this educational opportunity. Make the right decision!

I would tell myself to go to the school that I believe that I fit in at. Do not to rule out a school, because it does not have an incredibly challenging repution. I would assure myself that I will find the major that is right for me. Listen to your heart you have always know that you wanted to teach, so don't let money influence your decision. I want you to make friends and I balance your social life with your school work. There is more to life than having your head in a book. You are a smart women who once she figures out what she is good ar will feel compatant and home in her college enviornment. Get to know your faculty they are going to be some of the biggest assets to you in your college experiance and they will teach you more than you ever thought possible. Take those honors courses you will be fine and they are just what you need to realize your full potentional. But, most of all breathe and enjoy the ride because these four years go by faster than you could have imagined,

I would tell myself to be yourself at all times. Never try to fit in just because. Focus in school and always do homework. Remember that this is serious now and your career counts on what you do. College should be fun for you but always balance your work too. Never get too stressed out. Make friends but don't pay attention solely to your social life. Just be the best you can be and try hard.

BREATHE! Being 18 and an independent is hard and with no cosigners the financial stress will be there on top of the stress you have from moving from house to house due to the homeless status you so bravely march forward with. Know that mistakes will be made but they are all learning experiences and the best for each and every outcome. “Listen to the mustn'ts, child. Listen to the don'ts. Listen to the shouldn'ts, the impossibles, the won'ts. Listen to the never haves, then listen close to me... Anything can happen, child. Anything can be.” - Silverstein. You've known that forever and try to live by it each day, now stand strong and tall an proud and know it is true. *rereading Catcher in the Rye will also be quite theraputic.

I would tell my self to do better. Prepare myself for my upcomming future. College isn't about partying and going out, you have to push yourself if you wanna be the best of the best. Study a little harder and don't do C work. Try and do your best and if you tought an assignment was easy then you didn't put your all in it. Be prepared for time management!! I'm an athlete and managing sports, with my studies, and working is a tough thing.

I would tell myself a quote. ? Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don?t matter and those who matter don?t mind.? You learn from mistakes, but some times its hard to undo them. I would remind myself to be the person that I want to be. To focus on what I know is right and to set my goals high. If you do that then going into college shouldn?t be a scary, new experience. You should be excited and looking forward to it. To set higher goals, have more opportunities academically and socially, and to prove to everyone and yourself that you can succeed and be how you want to be.

I would tell myself to take it one step at a time and also to look for scholorships in order to get money for school. I would pay attention to what I need to do in order to get ready for college such as looking at how the differents schools are and how the classroom sizes are because I would prefer a small classroom compared to a large classroom. I would research more into the different colleges that I want to apply for and also visit them to get a feel of what it is like to be in a college as a freshman and also what it feels like to be in a class with a professor without being nervous to go up to them and ask for help if I need it at all.

The advice I would give to myself is just to keep focused. College can be really hard at times and you just have to take things as they come and MAKE time for the important things whether that means pulling an all-nighter or staying in on a friday night to write a paper.

First I would like to adress the Parents. My mother and I are the best of friends, we talk about everything and do everything together. If you are nervous about letting your child move away to college my advice would be "Dont sweat it." They will call, and try to spend some free time with you. I know its difficult to just let go, but they are going to leave whether you like it or not. Also the school year goes by quicker then you would think, and in turn your relationship will become stronger. Now to the high school seniors. I would say no matter what attend college. If you dont know what you are interested in yet, just go anyways. You can get all of you needed academics out of the way, and when you really know what ou want to do you will be one step ahead. Dont be nervous about moving away from home or afraid of what might happen, once you get there you will have so many new adventures that will make college an unforgetabe experience. Good luck to all of the family's that are experincing College for the first time! :)

Be sure to visit the college or university first and not only go on a tour, but branch off yourselves to see the real life that students lead. Colleges like mine take visitors on tours of only their nicest parts and do not show where you will be spending the majority of your time. Also consider the possibility that college life is not in your best interest, many friends of mine attended school for a short time and dropped out. This is a waste of time and money, not to mention you are wasting money on a school that may grant no opportunities or advantages whatsoever.

One thing that I express to parents is that they have to allow their child to choose the college of their choice, this is not a decision that the parents should make; then can be equally involved, but the child has to do what feels right to them. To the child I stress that they should talk to current students and see what they think of the school. I also tell them to choose a school that they feel they will be comfortable at and one they think they succeed academically. Students should not be looking for a "party school," every school has people who party it just might be well-known. Partying is the choice off the individual, and that should not be something one is looking for in a school. Finally I tell students they should figure out what they want from their college experiance and some goals that they would like to achieve, then do a lot of research on financial support, academics, extra-curricular activites, and other things that contribute to the college experiance, and from their find the college that will best help them achieve their goals and benefit the individual.

I would advise them to look for a school that fulfills there needs for there major as well as the school that is most affordable for them. Always take a campus visit and speak with current students. Make sure the campus is safe and easily accessable for all your needs :ie: public trans., campus shuttle, security force, academic center with academic and technical support. Make the most of youir college experience by becomming involved in your school. Join school activities, clubs and attend schoolevents. Make lots of good friends and above all this , never ever forget who you are and that you don't need to change that for any reason to belong. College has enough people that will accept the real you. Those are the ones that become your LIFE LONG FRIENDS.

Have an open mind