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Dear senior self, When you are in the decision making process for choosing a school to attend, do not count any school out right away, and do not just go to the first school you visit. Choosing a school is a lot of work and it takes a lot of time. Although it can be overwhelming at times, it is a decision that you do not want to rush into. Go visit a variety of campuses and if there is a school that does not give you a positive gut feeling, do not go there. This is a decision you need to make for yourself. No one else can decide what makes you happy, or what environment you learn best in. You are the only person who truly knows and understands yourself, so it is up to you to make this choice. There is a school out there that is everything you want, but if you do not look hard for it, you may never find it. If you put the time and energy into deciding where to go now, you will reap the benefits for later years to come. Sincerely, Graduated Self

If I could advise my senior-self I would rearrange my class scheudle. I wish I would have taken more college now classes so I would have more of the general requirements completed and be closer to start taking classes that actually apply to the field I want to study. I would also advise myself to study more than I did and tell myself it really does matter what you do this year and more so the closer you get to graduating. I would also advise myself to have looked at more scholarships. College is expensive and money does not grow on trees. I would also tell myself to quite freaking out about my roomate too... turns out she is very nice and easy to live with.

Document the things that you do in high school, these are the memories that you will look back on later in life. Never forget to tell your friends how much they mean to you because one day you may need them. My number one advice that I could have given to myself is to step outside of my comfort zone while you feel like you are in a safe enviornment because once you are in college there are many things that are going to stretch and even exceed the limits of your comfort zone. Have fun and take the opportunities given, because you never know if you are going to regret something that you didn't do, whether it was because you didnt want to step out of your comfort zone or just as simple as not doing something because you didn't know anyone. Meet as many people as you can and take the chances to make a change. Don't regret your college experience.

I would go to Emporia State as soon as I graduated high school. I would also tell myself to try harder in on my ACT and final classes in high school. I am happy that I have found the school I am happiest but I wish I would have been able to spend more time here.

As a high school senior I was tied down by a boy that treated my like trash. I entered college in a terrible relationship that made me feel bad about myself and prevented me from really experiencing college and making new friends. I was so focused on making him happy that I lost sight of my own happiness. I am no longer with the boy that made me feel worthless and I am still recovering from the damage. If I could tell myself anything as a high school senior it would be to stay single and focus on school, God, friends, and family. I would do it all over again and enter college as a happy, confident, sinlge girl. I am happy where I am now, but it would save me a lot of tears and heartbreak. Mean boys are not worth my suffering.

If I could go back, I would tell myself as a high school senior, " Look I understand having fun and a good time with friends are your priorities right now, but that needs to change. College is great, but finacially it's a killer. I need you to focus more on school and forget about all the other minor stuff. It's good to have fun, but you're about to enter a whole new world. This world is challenging, you gain new experiences and it's going to make you a stronger person. But when hard times hit, you're going to wonder why it happens to you. So this is what i need you to do : talk to your teachers, take their advice and stop putting so much energy into hanging out with friends; half of them if not all, you will no longer talk to in the future. Look high school is the last days where you will get this much sleep and have this much free time on your hands, so use it wisely and do something that's going to make an impact on your future career" Good luck

I do not have very many regrets when it comes to what I have done after high school. I have enjoyed life, met new people, and traveled to many different places. The one tip I would give myself is to learn more about how credit ratings work and to pay my bills on time. I moved away from my parents at 17, when I graduated high school, and I did not know how important it would be later on to have a good credit rating. When I turned 18 I started to get credit card offers, I viewed it as getting free money at that moment and I figured I could pay them back later. I think that personal finance should be a required class for all high school seniors. I was not financially responsible when I moved out on my own and it has taken a lot of hard work and commitment to get myself back on track. I have luckily dug myself out of debt on my own but I know a lot of people that have not been that lucky.

I would tell myself to try new oppurtunities and meet new friends. I would make sure to tell myself not to be afraid of going new places because that is the only way to meet new people that can change your life in a positive way. I would also tell myself to make sure to have studies be your number one focus or you will fall behind quickly.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell her to never give up on a dream just because things get difficult. Now I know how hard it is to stay motivated in college, especially when everything you though you knew in high school is wrong. In high school, I thought t you just had to pay attention in class and do your homework to do well in school. In college is different because classes are more complicated, thus they require more work. The worst part is when you get a bad grade because you feel disappointed in you, and it is hard to get your motivation back. College is different because you need more help, and there is nothing wrong about that. I would tell my high school senior self: “Do not ever give up on your dream, even when you feel like you are not smart enough, you are, and most importantly you want it badly enough. Just rely on your family and friends and ask for help whenever you need it. Do your best and strive to do better, and you’ll be amazed with the results”.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself about what I know now, I would tell myself not to fret. College is just another stepping stone in the road, so enjoy it! Also, I would make it known to myself that it is okay to apply to different universities. I always knew I wanted to be a teacher and that I would go to ESU, but knowing other schools out there with great education programs would have been great knowledge to have for say, Master's programs. Also, I would tell myself to step outside of the box and allow to let people in and to make new friends. It's okay to hold onto old friends, but the new ones you make while in college make a lasting impression. Lastly, I would tell myself to smile. Smile and realize that everything that I have been working for since Kindergarden is finally here and that now is the time to embrace the change!

If I could go back in time and talk to my self as a high senior, I would tell her to go straight to a four year college. Have the confidence and believe in yourself. Have the passion to succeed. I wish I had gone to college right after graduating high school. I would have been done by now. I did gain a good amount of experience working for four years and was able to save money for college. I think it is still not late.

Get some confidence! Don't be afraid of what anyone is thinking or saying about it. You are the one that is going to have to live with your decisions, not them. Just go for it!

I would tell myself to not stress about college as much. I would say that the people and teachers involved with the school are generally helpful and that I should not worry about it as much.

I read this question and immediatley had a response. While attending Emporia State, I have learned and grown so much as an individual. This school has provided me with the best oppourtunities to gain knowledge in acedemics and life. And when I was stuggling with depression and life obstacles, this school was there to help. In high school, I never put my best forward and I worried way to much, and what should of been taken seriously, wasn't. Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to relax. This school has your back in anything you struggle with. I would tell myself to take acedemics seriously and pay attention to your mistakes and the choices you make, for its the aftermath that helps you grow. I would also tell myself to have more confidence, because everyone on campus including the professors are very influcencial and inspiring people. Confidence is key to success in anything you choose.

If I could give myself any advice as a high school senior I would tell myself to start appliying for scholarships! As we all know college can get very expensive and every extra dollar makes a difference. I kept putting it off everytime my parents encouraged me to start applying. Now that I have got excepted to The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in California I am now struggling with how to pay for school. My student loans are stacking up as we speak. Now I'm a college freshman who knows what college is perfect for her dream career, but has no way to pay for it. Scholarships are a blessing! I wish I would have understood that in high school.

If there are a couple things that I could tell me high school self as a senior one of the most important things would be to cherish the friends that you have. As we grow up and go to colelge and look back on our highschool life, we realize that maybe some fight or disagreement that we had with a friend may not have been as big of a deal as you thought it was. Another thing that I would tell myself is to focus. I spent a lot of my highschool time not really focusing on my school work and understanding that this is important if you want to go to college and succeed. The last thing that I would tell myself is to gain some expeirence. Whether it be in jobs, internships or networking, find a way to gain some contacts that could help you as refrences for the future and also help to build up your resume. I think that I have learned a lot since I graduated and since I cannot go back and tell myself, I will make sure that I tell my children in the future how important high school really is.

Wesley, hello from the future. Now is the time to start getting serious about your academic future. Think! man, Think!, what are you doing? The time to stop partying is now, your future is at stake. One day you will wake up to reality and find yourself in no man’s land if you don’t get your act together. Buckle down, get serious and work hard on your school work. The grades you earn now will affect you later. College is tougher than you think and you will have to put 125{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} work ethic into your studies if you are to succeed. I know math and science aren’t fun, but they are mandatory in almost every degree you will work toward. You will have a most wonderful family later and with the education you earn now, you will push yourself toward financial security, which is a major goal. Dedicate your time to do the best you can in all of your classes and when you get to college take what is required, don’t waste your classes. Have fun, but do it responsibly. Remember alcohol and drugs will be a strong peer pressure test, don’t fail!

Having a good floor program is good in that you can become friends with everyone there. The academics are hard, but not in the workload just the studying. Doing your homework as soon as you get back from classes is also very helpful. Also getting involved in activities or going to different programs can also help you find new friends and help with maybe discovering your major. Asking teachers for help after class is a good way to get on their good side. Not skipping classes also can help with good grades and less stress. Study for test at least a week in advance or more so that you are not overwhelmed. Partying on the weekends is fine as long as you get your homework done. Going out on weekdays is not ok. The cafeteria does not always have good choices but you always have to be aware of the choices you are making. An easy way to be healthy is to not eat out a lot and to get healthier food for your dorm room. I would suggest starting a budget and writing down all the money you spend each week

You know what you're doing. Don't doubt yourself. Maybe doubt your major though, don't think that you for sure know what you want to do right now. You don't. Allow yourself to grow and don't feel so guilty about wondering what you want to do with your life. You'll figure it out eventually. Depend only on yourself, you know that you're always working in your best interests, whereas everyone else may not be. Keep your chin up and keep moving forward with your life.

Making the transition will be difficult task. You will be exposed to many things and experisnces that you have never been exposed to before. That being said it'll one of the greatest learning experiences of your life. Not only about the subject matter of your classes, but also about yourself as a person. Go into college with the full expectation that you are going to enjoy it, because it's important to look forward to it. But also know that you will have to dedicate much of your time to studies. A major portion of the college experience is experiencing new things. Don't shy away or be afraid of foriegn situations. Jump into them completely, and dedicate yourself to them. In doing this I believe that you will not only become a better student, but also enjoy your precious time at college more. This will also teach you much about youself which is very important. One last major bit of advice is the college has many resources. From expert professors to state of the art science epuipment. Use all of them to their fullest. They are there for you your use and can inhance your college experience greatly.