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If I could go back and kindly give myself a swift kick in the ear I surely would. As a high school senior I was excited. I knew it would be a matter of time before I was walking across the stage. But my teachers assured me it would take hard work, while I was dedicated to studying full time. I was also a part time employee, often times I would work late to earn more money and put off studying. "You should type the paper now, don?t procrastinate." That?s what I would have told myself during those tired nights. For those early mornings and long afternoons I appreciate what I did tell myself, "The early bird gets the worm" I enjoyed being an honored senior. But determination and focus is what pulled me through. From high school to college the transition is tremendous mentally, physically, and financially. I would have told myself to save more money from working instead of shopping for shoes, and clothes. Material things will always be available, but an opportunity may not.

As I high school senior, I would tell myself to put my goals into perspective. I would have applied myself more to my studies so that I could of set up a plan of action for my educational goals. I would have joined more activities to gain more opportunity for scholarships or financial aid. I would have known with my plan in place that I could teach for a few years and then continue for a Master's degree to become an Assistant Principal which is now my ultimate goal. I would tell myself to live life in that moment and not to focus on growing up too soon.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior; knowing the things I now know about college life and making that transition, I would most definately advise myself to stay focused. Coming from high school to a college is very different. You become tempted to try so many things and sometimes you fall into set backs. If you recieve your degree plan, stay focused and follow it you can graduate in four years. I would remind myself of my priority order and my importance of values and dreams. You can only go so far when you slack off to party & play, but when you stay determined you can acheive the world. So remember, go to school; stay focused, prioritize and determined.

Take the AP classes offered in high school, save money for emergencies, encourage a friend to go to school with you, decide to live on campus, become a peoples person, learn how to handle your own business, practice reading out loud, have a fall back plan for when you get discouraged, stick to one realistic goal at a time, don't put relationships before your education, talk to someone who is in college and someone who has graduated from college, get a mentor, make sure you have some business entire, and understand the hardest route is the easiest route in the end.

Knowing what I know now, if I had the chance to go back in time and tell myself as a high school senior what to look out for I would say. First, to stay focused my whole senior year so I can have a chance to receive a full ride to colleges so I wouldn't have to worry about taking out loans. Second, to stay on top of scholarships every semester instead of procrasinating. Third, working harder and harder for straight A's instead of A's and one B. Four, to pay attention to those who say they're my friends because sometimes you'll end up getting stabbed in the back for lending a helping hand. Five, to stay active on and around campus because you never know who you'll meet and what type of connections you'll have. Six, never lose sight of the main reason why you decided to attend college. Seven, never think just because you leave home to go to a school far away that you'll never need your parents because they can be your backbone and help you through the tough times.

I would tell myself to focus more on my school work, limit my free time spent on playing video games and increase in studying.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would put the most emphasis on the fact that my education trumps everything else, whether it be my social life, the way I dress, or my extra curricular activities. The truth is, the bonds that you build with high school do tend to get weaker as you advance further along in life and unfortunately, college is usually the beginning of the weakening of those bonds. I wouldn't tell myself to completely drop everything and devote all my time to studying and schoolwork, but definitely to put more time and effort into it. If there are opportunities for me to win scholarships because of my academic achievements, I should by all means try my very hardest to take them because they are much needed for me to pay for school. Basically, I would tell myself to consider some serious priority modification and make my education an even more significant part of my life because when all else fails, its really all I have to fall back on, and not my social status as a senior.

I would tell myself to study harder in my AP Classes. to pass the AP Test so i wouldnt have to take the classes over in college. I would make sure i did my FASFA sooner then later and i would make sure i applyed to more schools.

If I could turn back the hands of time, I would take courses that awaken your psyche and give you the thrill of fulfilllment from doing research and learning the cultures and mores of people, places in time and space, and what makes this world what it is today, what it once was, and what it may become. I would fill my time learning how to speak several different languages and learning diverse groups and cultures instead of satisfying the urges of my body. I would take advantage of internships that would allow me to study abroad as well as other regions of the country. I would do more volunteer and mentoring to school age girls so that they could have someone to talk to who would be unbiased and truthful concerning life and the consequences of poor choices. I would remember and put into play the life skills my parents instilled in me.

If I could go back and talk to myself in High School about college life, I would be in a different postition right now. I didn't know then what I know now, and what I know now is what I want to do with my career. I would go back and tell myself to apply for every college that I have ever came across just so I could have gotten into college. I applied to a college that never go back to me and it had the program I was looking for; at this time it was too late into a semester for me to get into any other college, so I was forced to wait. As I waited, I attended the local community college for general studies and the major I was wanting to go into changed. This time around I applied for as many schools that had my intended major and finally I got 3 acceptance letters. Now, I'm looking for money for college.

I would never change the birth of my first born child. Although it did have a hold on my decision on weather or not to go straight to school or not. But the fact that I know now how hard it is to do anything you want in life, I would say just keep doing what you know is best for you and your family. I would tell myself not to worry about what other people say and or want you to do with your life because what they have in mind for you isn't always right for you.

A transitons from highschool to college is a rather competitive transition. Its really more of knowing are you ready to be on your own and handle your responsiblities as a student and young adult, and ready to take the challenge on higher education with no one pushing you every step of the way. Finacially, there is so much you can do as a student. One way to get caught up on finacial aid is my filling out a FAFSA which is government aid money for you to particpate in school. Take a good advantage of this meaning apply for as many grants as you can get and see what else you qualify for. Look at scholarships that the goverment and your school has to offer you. It doesnt have to be academically all the time. Just looking at the talents and services you do can get you scholarships. Its very important to make sure your on top of your finacial aid. Last, academics ; once again no one is going to push you to study and to show up to class on time. Its up to you to be responsible and study, as well as turn in assigmensts on time! Goodluck!

Stay focused, everyone at this school is smart and you cannot get away with zero effort like you did in high school. You have to try to get the grades you want and are used to.

If I could go back and give the high school Jordon advice, I would tell myself to not sweat the small stuff. These people who you go to high school with are going to be such a small part of your life in the long run, don't sweat what they have to say about you now. Enjoy your time and your experience now but always look forward to your future.

Start early!!! Do not procrastinate. If there is a college that you are interested in do your research on what type of school it is, what it offers and how it fits in line with your career path. Because you have financial needs, apply for all grant and scholarship opportunities. Be proactive with your future. Get invloved in campus activities, and participate in things that you wouldnt normally consider. Take chances and net work. Stay forcued and most importantly surround yourself with individual whom are like minded.

I would have told myself to try harder for a better grade and gpa...

Take college seriously. You can't simply "drop" a class without any consequences. It will affect you later in life if you do not do well your freshman year of college. Grades are extremely important in order for me to reach my dream of being a dentist. I wish i could go back in time and have a fresh start.

College is beyond different from high school. Make sure to not slack off in high school, high school grades and grade point average are very important when it comes to applying for college and scholarships. Apply for MANY scholarships, not just university offered scholarships, but also outside scholarships. Keep in contact with high school teachers, recommendations are always needed. Learn now how to not become easily distracted in a class room or while studying. Studying is the key to passing college, and that doesn?t mean to study the day before the exam, but every day. Not all professors have the same accent as you, so it may come a time where you don?t understanding what is being said. Record your professors lectures, not everything on the test is from the book some comes from the professor themselves. Before arriving to college make sure that your financial aid and scholarships are in place. Check to see that the university has received all required documents before arriving. Go on college visits, sit in the classrooms during an actual lecture, see the living conditions, visit the cafeteria, explore the university, it may become your home away from home.

Wow, I would tell myself to not let sucess scare the crap out of me. I have allowed graduating and doing something great in my life to get in my way and now I'm 25 and I still have two more years left. I would have to sit myself down and say that you will go through alot of things in college but keep your eyes on what you came to get. Dont let anyone shatter that for you!

The advice that I would give myself is to focus and put graduation first. Study consistently and finish what you start and do it persistently the on the first shot. Also, apply for as many scholarships as possible and take out less loans.