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Finish high school on time and study alot and ask alot of questions to my teachers and fellow classmates.

I would tell myself to consider more options. Dont think about the distance but think about the school, and the financial aid. I would tell myself to apply for more scholarships. As a senior I never thought about how the transition to a new living enviornment would effect me. I would tell my High School self to enjoy your home. Take in moments with your family, and dont let them go. Also, the week before you leave make all efforts to not argue with your parents. Leave your home o a good note, because you are going to be so happy to come home in a month.

Get ready sleep in, because you won't have to be ready at seven a.m. to start school. You will have the freedom to do everything on your own time. All those people who say in college you will be constantly busy doing homework, ignore them. All those poems and Shakespearean novel you are reading, are there to scare you. You will not be doing that challenging of things in your first year. Don't fall into Senioritous, because your grade will suffer and then you will rushing to finish everything at the end. I know how much you hate Calculus, but don't worry! You only have to take one required math class, and your teacher allows you to use your notes on tests (even the final!) and drops two of the worst test grades. Those that said professors are strict, they are completly wrong! Be patient getting your licence. You will get it soon. But be very careful driving, you will have many close calls. Most importantly, enjoy every minute of the time you have with your friends and classmates, because when you get your diploma, you won't see many of them ever again.

Dear senior Kaitlyn, I'm here to tell you that your intended major is not the one you intend on completing! You think you want to be a teacher now, and you're about to waste two years taking level 400 English classes that keep you up all night and cause gray hair, but then you're going to come home after two years and realize you want to go into psychology/counseling! I'm here to save you thousands of dollars in school loans by warning you to stay home and attend community college for your AA. I'm 23 now and just starting my bachelors program, this letter will hopefully make it so I start that program at 20 instead! Oh and also, don't go out to breakfast on graduation day, you get food poisoning and almost miss your entire day. Ta Ta!!

If I could go back in time, I would tell my past-self, to be herself. That she has a lot of talent, and she is going to make a lot of people happy throughout her years at this school. Her stories, her artwork and everything else about her will be appreciated. I would tell her to do herself a favor, and enjoy a bright world, and to just breathe and not stress as much as she does., becaus she is going to apply to seven colleges, and get into all of them, because they wanted her to be there. That she really worked hard, to pull up her GPA and now in college she made the Dean's List and has a 3.94 GPA, that she just needs to work hard, and still have a social life, but always know to be able to balance it out. College is not as scary as it sounds.

My opening statements to her would be to initially view this year as a well-rounded goodbye by leaving a legacy, then to take a good look for meaning in interesting community-oriented opportunities. Furthermore, I would relay that she could search for such nuances by building up experience in situations she will want to engage in college in the direction of our aspiring cardiology career. Building upon that, I would introduce an example of what is to come during our second year of college at a research opportunities workshop at UC Berkeley, coordinated by the TAP program. Their student panel will provide so much inspiration and fuel ambition into starting research work that could be part of her future success. Another expectation I would want her to see is that there are plenty of advancement opportunities available at community college. She will be capable of finding the support of a diverse community of people in her courses, and coming to terms with hardships under demanding work schedules. My advice under this new world order is to redeem any misgivings about goals by garnering worthwhile wisdom to become a dependable future adult and field expert.

If I could go back in time and talk to senior me. I would definitly tell myself to try harder then I did my senior year. And actually enrolled in the accelorated and college prep classes. This way I would of had a better sense of what to expect when I got into college. Also that college is nothing like high school. There really isn't anyone there to hold your hand anymore, that everything is really on you. I should of made better decisions back then also I would of told senior that it's ok to ask for help in college. That the school I was going to has a great academic tutoring system. And I shouldn't be afraid to admit I can't do something instead of trying to take on to much at once.

I'm sure about my goal. I was waiting all my life for this moment, I'm ready, I will work for my dream, is not easy, but I will be working and will wait for my last day in my new challenge in my life.

If I could go back it time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would say, "monica, get it together." It is easy to throw in the towel once you get accepted to college, you feel like you don't have to try anymore, but that's not true. That is where the real work starts. I would tell myself, to look for scholorships and do them, because you can save alot of money. Who cares if you don't think you will get them, you never know unless you try. I would tell myself, that play time is over, college is not like high school. In order to do well in college, you have to put in 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of yourself into your work, because you get what you put in. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell her not to worry so much, if you do everything you possibly can do, the rest will work itself out.

I would inform myself to stay focused and remain dedicated and driven to my life long goals. In addition I would try to persuade myself to not worry about my social life as it will only take away from my success in the classroom and in athletics. Also I would have told myself to have fun but in moderation because those who do not manifest their own destiny will never rise above from the norm. Lastly I would have told myself to have a plan on balancing sports and workload to allow myself to make more money.

The advice I would give myself would be to take dual enrollement classes to get a jump start on college classes. Knowing what I know now, I think this advice would have assisted me with completing a bachelors degree earlier than the time it is taking me now. I also would have adviced myself to study more for the ACT test. Knowing what a good ACT score could do for you in applying for colleges could have helped me with time.

I would emphasis to myself the importance of living on campus, applying for scholarships, being more involved in campus life and not working so much. I have spent all of my colllege career working a full time job and it has been hard to keep up with school work. I would have forced myself to live on campus for a more collegiate experience and as a way to make life long friends... I would also liked to have known the campus bookstore is always over priced and you should always rent textbooks or buy online!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself when I was a high school senior I would point out that the amount of work I dedicated to my studies in high school is woefully inadequate for college. Throughout the years I have spent in college I have learned that hard work is always rewarded regardless of how impossible the odds may seem. I would also mention that it is often necessary to have a to do list in order to keep track of work that needs to be done which will increase your productivity. By using a to do list you can prioritize between assignments saving you valuable time which is scarce during college. I would also tell myself that it is not a bad idea to do some research on the web about professors who may be teaching your classes. Obviously, this was impossible to do in high school as your teachers are assigned to you. However, you may find a better teacher in favor of others whose performance leaves something to be desired. By carrying out this research you may also learn that a class may be harder than you anticipated and make adjustments accordingly.

I would tell my high school senior self that to keep her eyes opens because there are so many opinions out in the world. In high school I was closed minded determine to follow the only path I thought was available for me. Now in college I know that there are several different paths I can take and several different careers open to my disposal. College opens several doors for all that attend and I really think it can give people endless possibilities.

Continue with your dreams of being a teacher but go with english over math, it doesn't sound taht interesting but trust me its better! Just live at school for one year taht's all you need to gain the experience save your moeny instead! If you work hard you will play hard, forget about about hanging around your friends' room and study! don't give up so easily on hard classes and don't settle for just passing. Save all the money you can cause you're going to need to spend it!

Looking back at myself as a high school senior there are many things I would tell myself. When I was a senior, I graduated with my Dental Assisting class in 2011 thinking I would never pursue that career in fear of never making it. I applied to one college, got accepted, but was not able to afford it. Instead, I applied to three colleges closer to home that I had no interest in. I went to one college my first semester completely disliking it. I transferred to my second college next semester and did not feel comfortable. I am now attending my third and final college in hopes I will find what I love. The main advice I would tell myself is to let my guard down and stay focused. If I stayed with my dental career and applied to a dental college I would be working hard to build up a great career by now. Instead, I am undecided finding something just as great, if not then better. If I went back and listened to myself I would not have to go through such a rough time and it would be the happiest decision of my life.

My advice would be to trust people more. I would not have to worry about being bullied for my disabilities or life choices. High school is nothing like college. College is much more accepting where people are interested in you as a person, and your personality. I would also tell myself to prepare for the level of work I would be responsible for. College was a wake up call, because I did not put the effort I should have into my school work. My priorites needed to be made before I walked on that campus. It is not all fun and games, education is just as important. I would tell myself to quickly find balance in order to maximize my college experience.

College isn't a frighting as it seems. Just relax and walk in with confidence, everyone there has their only problems so they will not think twice about yours. The professors take in consideration that you have a learning disabity and they will try and aid you in any way that they can. If you pace yourself you can handle any amount of work, you just need time management. College isnt as big as it seems just take it step by step and itll be just fine.

Dear Self, I cannot believe you are actually thinking of putting college off for a year. That year break might sound like fun now but that year turns into four years. Just take a deep breath and go for it. You are a motivated person and will make it through. Transitioning through the first week is tough but look around, all those freshman feel the same way you do, and they get through it too. Teacher's in college are not out to get you either. When you feel like your falling behind do not wait to ask for help. Waiting only leads to falling deeper into the hole and still having to ask for help. Make friends with as many people in your major as you can, you will be working together for the next four years. Just remember the phrase "this too will pass" during finals and eventually you WILL have your degree... Then you are off to Graduate School!

Allison, You have such a bright future ahead of you and so many wonderful experiences to look forward to. Remember that while picking the "right" college is important, it is the biggest decision you will ever make. Know that everything happens for a reason and that wherever you go will be where you were supposed to end up....at least for awhile. However, if you are ever unhappy do not feel trapped and alone. You always have options, and a loving family and friends that will support you no matter hat you decide. Life is so incredibe and you will encounter a ton of truly amazing people! Utilize those people and resources, and don't be afraid to ask for some help when you need it. Also, don't make yourself crazy with all kinds of activites. School is your main priority and you need to take some time every once in a while just for you! Have fun, live on the edge of your faith, and don't be so paranoid about the little things!!!