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Always do your best in whatever you do, even if you don't like it. There's a reason it's been placed in your life, so don't let it go to waste. Aim to learn instead of getting good grades and a high GPA. Neither of those matter if you did not learn anything after you get your diploma. Think ahead financially! It may not seem like a big deal now, but your future self will appreciate it. Plan ahead, save money, sign up for as many scholarships as possible. Be careful who you hang out with. Even if you call yourself independent from others, the people around you can and will have more of an impact on you and your education then you may think. Take time to meet people and build relationships. Networking and growing that group of contacts will greatly benefit you. Lastly, teachers and facualty are there for a reason! Don't fight through high school all by yourself. There are people there you can and want to help you, take advantage of that when you need it.

This is a season of life that you will never repeat. If I could advise you, these are the things I would say.1. Make the most of each moment. You only do this once. Be bold. Be wise, but try new things. Do this and you will graduate with no regret. 2. You mind is fresh and young LEARN EVERYTHING! Your mind is a sponge. It will soak up so much. Do all of your homework, do the extra credit. You are prime for learning. Do not waste your beautiful mind. 3. Seek out good company. You will become the sum total of the friends you keep. Choose them wisely, and then stand by them, defend them, encourage them, invest in them. There is something about the human soul that is eternal. Nothing else in life is…. Focus your time on people.4. Never second-guess what you love.You will have people ask you all the time if you know what you are going to do with your degree. DO NOT let that get to you. You are doing what you love and loving what you do. There are few greater things in life. It is worth it.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior after experiencing college, I would tell myself to not be nervous. College is great, it is fun and the people are incredible. Here is where you will make true friendships that will last forever. Financial aid might constantly be a worry in the back of your mind. Do not worry about the future; you will figure out what you are supposed to do and where you are supposed to go. God is good and He will provide and He will bring you through. I would also tell myself to be prepared. You will experience more growth and more change than you ever have before. You will realize how much you need the Lord and He will show you areas you must improve on. Work hard in every area of college-growing in the Lord, making friends, schoolwork. It will all be worth it.

I would tell myself as a high school senior to take more steps at becoming independent and not so reliant on my parents' presence in my life. I gained confidence simply by being with my parents everywhere I went. Without my parents at college, it was hard for me to be confident in things I did. I would also encourage myself to not be so self-focused. I was always concerned about getting good grades, so I spent a lot of time on school work. This limited my ability and willingness to socialize or volunteer large amounts of my time to noteworthy causes. When I came to college, I still had this tendency to focus on myself rather than others. Lastly, I would tell myself to pray consistently that God would prepare my mind and heart for the transition into college. I rarely asked God for help as I anticipated the entrance into a new stage in life. I believe if I had been more faithful in praying, I would have been more prepared for college life, and my transition would have been easier.

If I could give my high school senoir self addvice I would say " Do not stress over your grades,enjoy learing for the sake of learing itself and when you do this grades will come natually." I would then go on to explain that although grades are a good indication of your progress they can never truly measure the extent of your education. The value of education that is available in college is priceless, however if it is reduced to merely passing tests and completing assignments then the education itself is squandered because it is no longer about learning. I would also tell myself not stay up late cramming but instead to work hard thoughout the entire semester weather it is the first day of finnals week or the first day of classes. Find ways to apply what you are learing to the real world because this is where your education will truly be meared to the extent that you can take what you were given and use it. What is the value of an education if it is not accuired in a fassion which allows it to be applied?

If I could go back in time and give myself one piece of advice as a high school senior, I would tell myself to do dual enrollment online my senior year in order to get an early start on my degree. This would save both time and money. I would also teach myself how to say "No" to opportunities that are not going to push me in the direction of my long term goals so that I won't become overwhelmed with responsibilities that are not beneficial to me. I would definitely make myself work harder at finding and applying for scholarships, because even though it seems laborious and time-consuming, working to pay for school before it starts is much better than working to pay off my bill after I graduate. Finally, I would remind myself to appreciate my private high school education because it prepared me for college better than public school.

By senior year, with college so close on the horizon, I finally understood what needed to be done for college. However, if I could go back to the start of my sophomore year in high school, my life would be very different now. Around my second year, I began to give up and become more interested in my social development than my education. I was in advance classes and was on the right track to a great future. By my junior year, I would have been in dual-enrollment classes that transfer into college credits. If I could go back in time to that point, I would tell myself that “your dreams are more important than having fun. In order to get into a good college, you need to get better grades, apply for more scholarships and push yourself harder”. I just wish I had understood that before my senior year. Everything I have done has led me to where I am and who I am today, but I would be farther ahead in my pursuit for my education degree if I could go back in time.

I would tell myself that I should take even my senior year of high school seriously. I would tell myself to keep on going through whatever motions happened in order for me to finally attend a school which I feel I belong (for the most part) in, but I would highly emphasize the importance of taking my education seriously. I would also tell myself that I should have drawn more, put my artwork more publically, and I should not be as timid as I was in certain social aspects while in high school. I would also tell myself that I should learn to cherish the little bit of downtime I would have. And I would tell myself to cherish every moment spent with my best friend, because I will never be able to see her again. (she died in a house fire in December 2009) "Take chances, love and live fully, and be serious about your talents" would be the main focus I would wish to say to my high school senior self.

Dear Younger Asa, I am excited to hear that you will be attending Baptist Bible College in the fall! There's a lot of hard work, but the experience is so worth it. I want to advise you to mannage your time as well as money in a responsible manner. You only have 7 days in a week and you have to balance them between friends, a job, church, schoolwork, and also getting exercise, decent sleep, and eating healthy. If you make sacrifices in the right areas, you will appreciate those efforts in the future. When you get a job, be careful not to spend your money on unnecessary things like fastfood and drinks and entertainment. If you make small payments to the school here and there, you could avoid graduating with a high amount of debt due to student loans. This will allow you to have freedom to make many more decisions in your adult life because money issues can seriously weigh a person down. Lastly, don't worry about girls so much...you have plenty of time! Sincerely, Older Asa

Mom always told you to hike up your grades. You are better than the B's and even C's you are getting. In a few years you will be so passionate about your education. You will practically live and breathe learning. Start on the right foot now. The college you are wishing to attend will leave you with more debt than you would make in 4 years if you continued at the job you are currently at. You won't recieve too many scholarships if you continue putting minimal effort in. Just skating by with your grades will not suffice. You want to be a teacher. How can you expect solid work out of your students when you hardly put forth any effort yourself? You need to put every ounce of your being into your education. If you start now, things won't be so hard later. Take my advice, because if anybody knows you, it's me.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior i would tell meself that college is not as terrifying as evryone makes it sound! I would tell myself to get involved in campus groups and activities right away! College clubs and groups are the best way to meet new people and get connected with your school. There are many types of clubs available, just find what suits you! Next, I would tell myself to not be afraid to ask questions. The faculty and staff at your school are there for you they want you to ask them questions when you are confused about a student loan or other paperwork, so don't be afraid! And lastly, I would tell myself to save my quarters, the laundry machine will devour them!

Since I have been enrolled in college, I have realized that although it is never too late to go back to school, the opportunity to get an education is something that no one should pass up. There are a myriad of scholarships and grants offered to students who qualify. Financial aid benefits provide assistance to mature students, single mothers, and unemployed people who want nothing more than to better their lives with a higher education. Being that I am enrolled in a community college, I have seen nearly all walks of life with a common bond: each and every one of those people are willing to work hard in order to achieve their goal of attaining a college degree. Being exposed to such a diverse group of people has truly made me realize the value of an education.

I have gotten plenty of things out of my college experience. Generally a good sense on what is expected of you if you are determined to continue on your path to your degree. I am fortunate enough to go through with my post-high school education. Although I am enrolled in a community college I still see it as a blessing, for it is nonetheless a step towards my degree. It has been a great experience that I wouldn’t trade for anything. I am glad I have been able to attend, learning so many new things. It opens so many other doors for me that I would not previously have open. There are so many things I have yet to learn, and I am excited to be continuing this path of higher education I have chosen.

I have loved my college experience so far and am trying to make the most of it. While attending, I have played on the women’s soccer team and sung in the Chamber Singers ensemble. I find that extracurricular activities teach time management and responsibility, but are worth-while and have provided many wonderful experiences and memories. I also work in a café on campus and I love the way it helps socially and financially. My education has taught me to form my own opinions and set of beliefs, and showed me how to be an effective member of society. I’ve learned how to work with others, grown in discipline, and had so much fun in the process. I have learned much of what I need to get a job and be the best I can be. I am an Elementary Education major and am excited to become a teacher and impact lives of young people. My college experience has motivated me to push myself and strive for excellence in the long run. I’m passionate about serving and being used by God. Any financial assistance I can get is helpful to that end. Thank you for considering me!

I have gotten great friendships, and i feel like the classes have really prepared me for the future. I have always gone to a small school so going here really keep me in my comfort zone and i like the way the school runs itself. I would recommend others to go to this school, and i no people who have attended and graduated and loved everything about it.

Through the professors and resorces available to me, I have been prepared to lead a life full of success. I have learned so much while being able to be a part of a wonderful community and make life-long friends. I love learning and growing as a person which Baptist Bible College has enabled me to do in countless ways. I wish I could learn more at the college but, because of financial reasons, I am scraping by to afford a 2-year degree. My professors have become trusted advisors and mentors. My fellow students are close friends and we work hard together so that we may help each other succeed in every aspect of life. I am ready to face the world and take on new challenges. The education I have recieved is priceless and the application to life is extremely practicle. I would make the same choices to attend college in a heart beat. Baptist Bible College is well worth the sacrifices I made to be there.

Throughout my college experience i have learned a lot of valuable information. I have learned that you must have drive and determination to make it succesfully through this experience. You must first realize that high school is in the past and no matter how bad you would like to go back, you just simply cant. One of the most valuable things about college is that you grow so much on a maturity level. I am in my second sememster and i have already learned so much and have matured a lot also, i am learning so much more about myself and who i am as a person. College is a great place to learn not only book knowlegde, but also about life itself. It has been a great journey and though i have learned so much already i know that i still have so much to learn and i am ready to take on the new challenges that await me.

Attending college is the first step to reaching my educational, and proffesional goals. I have learned companies are not interested in long term relationships; if you dont have an education. The college experience has given me options to gain financial freedom, and pick a career instead of look for a job and settle with whatever I find.

College isn't something that you can take for granted. Not everyone is privelaged to go, and it's not something you should toy with. My parents keep giving me so many chances and college is the biggest one to prove myself. It's the one thing I SHOULDN'T mess up but I currently am. It's the one chance you have to REALLY prove yourself though, and now I have to turn it around. If anything, college is not something you can take lightly. While it does seem extreme, the best thing for me seems to block out the outside world. I let people get in the way of my college experience and now I'm paying for it in everyway possible, in money, missing class, having to make up for it, heart break, etc. College isn't a joke, or a toy. It HAS to be taken seriously.

I have learned so much in the short time in have been at BBC. I have learned about relationships and living in a community of students. I have learned so much from my professors both in the classroom and talking to them personally. I have grown so much as a person from the hesitant high school senior to the confident college freshman.