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If you could go back in time and give my self advice I would tell myself to pay attention and to stay motivated! Everything in High School prepares you for College, so be appreciative. Work hard to understand how to write papers and write thesis sentences. Know how to cite sources and take tests. All of these lessons you will need to know in College. High School is there for a reason, to help you! I wish there was someone that would have told me to pay attention because I would need to know this for the future. In High School I thought that everything was pointless. Being in college has taught me that the things we did in High School really did mean something.

Before you know it, this year will be over. Most of your friends will go thier own way and few will remain by your side. You will each be busy finding your own place in the world. Will you go to college or work full-time? Much depends on what you did in high school. Did you learn great studying and note taking skills or did you sit in class daydreaming? If you go to college, absorb as much as you can about each subject so you can place at the college level in your classes; it will save you a lot of time . If you are not going to college, you might want to reanalyze yourself. Why are you choosing not to go? Everyone says to find something you love and go for a career in that field. I say, if you don't find something you love, at least find something you don't mind doing, but with good pay. Because at the end of the day, everything we do revolves around money. DO NOT LET THE OTENTIAL THAT YOU HAVE GO TO WASTE! The rest of your life depends on what you are doing now.

I would say that no matter where you go, you can be happy. It just takes a little effort. I had a hard time leaving home (I am nine hours away), but it was the best decision that I have ever made. Take advantage of every opportunity even if you dont want to. It pays off in the end! Also, stay on top of your health and school work--the better you feel the happier you are.

I would tell myself to take a math class my second semester of high school, and to not go into college thinking pre-med. It's been over a year since I've taken a math class and now I'm struggling with remembering everything I learned senior year first semester. I would tell myself to think deep down in my heart of what I want to do for the rest of my life, pre-med is not something I have ever wanted until I heard how much money people make. I would tell myself to continue believing in doing elementary education. I would also tell myself to try harder at softball, and to try to play in college. Looking back now I miss it like crazy. The final thing I would say to myself, would to cherish every moment you are making with your friends. In college you don't talk to them as often, so cherish every memory and hangout with them as much as you can until you leave for college.

I would tell myself that as busy as I was senior year, that it would be worth it. The national honors socieites, clubs, and AP classes are worth it. As tough as the AP classes are, they pay off and you don't have to take some entry level general education classes like English or math later, letting you focus on finding the major that suits you. Keep taking Spanish in college, because it becomes one of your majors, and proves to be one of your passions. You begin to tutor other Spanish students at the college and high school level, and have the chance to go to Honduras where all of your hard work in class pays off. Don't be afraid to try new things. It's through trying new subjects that you find your other passion, Speech Language and Hearing. Stay involved, there are so many groups on campus to join! And don't stress too much, because I promise it will all be O.K. As scary as this transition seems, there are people at KU who can't wait to meet you. Buena suerte.

So you're now the top dog of your school, the head honcho, the senior. You think, "Oh, what does high school mean to me? There's no way I'm going to fail, but why strive to get perfect grades when I'll surely be accepted to this college regardless of my efforts?" Well sure, high school is easy and even easier to take advantage of, but that also means the spot up there at the top of the list for grades shouldn't be unbearably hard to reach. Knowing that college is much harder than high school, you need to realize that you can step up and get good grades by putting forth some effort. Sure, you can always slack off, skip class, and still get decent grades, but why not push yourself towards A's and help yourself out in the long run? Doing this would easily put you at the top of your class, aside from the normal students. In turn, being different from others is what gets you noticed, which will help you in the long run when you are looking for your place in the world, like everyone else.

My first weeks as a full-time college student were a crash course in efficiency. I did not anticipate how much effort completing coursework for twenty credit hours while maintaining practice goals as a violist would be. Quickly I disciplined myself to each necessary task, no matter how little interest it held. However, though soon more experienced in the mechanics of my studies, I lost the passion I once felt for musicology. Perhaps I pushed myself too hard, or was distracted by the other students’ pettiness; whatever the cause, I became a joyless automaton. During a recital, as I watched one of my professors play, I saw the sheer joy he took in music, and realized all I missed. Now I am learning, bit by bit, to put my actions into a larger perspective. What matter is furthering a field, if it does not further one’s own contentment? My one piece of advice would not be to warm up my voice while driving to campus, or to fill my practice breaks with vocabulary memorization. I would remind myself to reserve a little time each day to be joyful in my work, to remind myself of my zeal for scholarship.

I would tell myself two words- GET INVOLVED! We only live once, so why don't we let this time count? By getting involved one can make friends, build a resume, and build memories one shall never forget! Also, don't be afraid to confide in people along the way, college can be a HUGE ajustment, and it can take a little while to really feel at home. But luckly everyone else around you is going through the exact same thing, so don't be afraid to talk about it!

My advice would be to save as much money as possible. Also to look around and start looking early with plenty of time to decide. Take more credits in highschool, to get some stuff out of the way.

Dear Gaby, You are about to have the adventure of a lifetime! College is a unique opportunity to start anew and become the person you want to be. KU will allow you to grow and begin to realize who you are. The opportunities you are given will spark a curiosity to explore majors and you will find one that fits you perfectly. Once you discover your passion for French, you will relish your time in classes. Every day is a new opportunity to learn and you should take full advantage of the resources given to you. As for your social life, do not be afraid to have a little fun! Talk to new people, be open to different ideas, and feel free to express yourself, too. These four years are the perfect time to get to know yourself and explore. Do not hold back!

Have an open mind about taking classes that you think don't or won't apply to your degree or future plans. Allow yourself to be exposed fully to the education offered through the basics required for your degree. It will make you a more well-rounded person and open you up to things you never knew you would be interesed in. They do say that not everyone needs to go to college, but any sacrifice you make to do it is well worth it. You don't want to spend twenty years of your life in the work force not being able to move forward just because you don't have a degree. It's worth it. Make the sacrifice to do what you have to and stay focused so that you can get get the foundation you need for your future. Pay now short term, and reap the rewards for the rest of your life. Despite what you think about yourself now, and even if no one else sees it, you are a smart girl and you are going to make it!

If i could go back in time i would tell myself to enjoy the little things that i didnt have as much time to do. In highschool I was always mainly concerned with keeping my grades up above the average high school student while at the same time balancing time out for sports. I would recommend myself to get involved more in group activities so that way here at college i could be more involved with the rest of the student body. In high school i was known through out the school as a state champion in football at Hutchinson High SchooI. In college, i see that being involved makes the college life alot more enjoyable, getting to meet new people is something i really enjoy to do. With having the ambition of becoming a dentist i believe being social is a good thing for me to acquire, especially when i will need to meet new clients. If i could go back and tell myself something academically, i would tell myself to pay more attention toward the end of my classes, because some of that valuable information i could have used here at HCC in a few of my courses.

If I could go back in time I would have tons of advice for my high school self. First, I would explain to myslef that grades do actually matter and to not blow off your freshman year of college beacuse you low GPA will come back to hurt you later on. Also, I would tell you to stay close with your little sister and is an amazing person and need you in her life as much as possible. I would also explain to my high school self the importance of getting involved as soon as you get to college. You go to an amazing school that has tons of opportunities in many different fiesld of expertise so take as much advantage of that as possible. Finally, I would tell myself to apply for financial aid before you get to college, money doesn't grow on trees and you will need all the help you can get considering your situation becuase you can't rely on your family forever.

I would tell my self to stop fooling around, buckle down, and be serious about finding scholarships. If I had scholarships it would make my college experience go by so much easier since I wouldn;t have to e so worried about money.

I would tell the high school me to look for more financial aid and scholarships. I'm struggling now for money for school and I could have looked harder. There are so many costs that come up and some extra money would be nice to have for emergencies. I would also tell myself to be more adventurous because no one at school knows who I was in high school. In college, you have a clean slate and can be whoever you want to be.

Dear high school me, You should appreciate your parents so much more than you do! They do so much for you and they love you so much. I know it's hard to get along with them, but they are only trying to do what is best for you. Also, boyfriends are NOT important right now, what's important are your friends. Stay close to your friends and prioritze them over any boy. Also, take more college credit courses, like Biology and Pyschology, that will save you some time once you get to college. Never forget that you are smart, beautiful and kind! Always be kind to others, no matter how "cool" they are. Respect everyone no matter what, and smile more. You are so blessed and should not take everything you have for granted! Do things you would normally be afraid to do, like try out for the cheerleading squad! Or invite someone to tag along for a football game that you wouldn't normally talk to. Live life to the fullest and appreciate every moment, because once high school is gone, it's gone forever! Sincerely, Future me.

Inhale. Shake off your fearful thoughts! After you are all moved in and saying goodbye to your friends and family, there will be that moment where you think to yourself, "What am I doing here? What if I am at the wrong place? What if I don't fit in?" But you have to realize that everyone around you--the people you room with, the people on your floor, the people in your classes--are in the exact same situation as yourself, and they are ALL eager to find their fit in this new environment. So, take comfort in the fact that you are not alone in your worries, and channel this nervous energy into participating in class discussions, getting involved in extra-curricular activities, and introducing yourself to new people. If put yourself out there it will make your educational experience all the more exciting and impactful. Speaking of your education, be sure to not overpack your schedule because you are going to to have to devote a lot more time to your studies. College classes are definitely harder, but the transition to this higher level of learning will come fairly naturally, so you'll do fine. And exhale.

The advice I would give myself, is to save up money a lot better then I have. Never give up just keep moving forward. Even though I'm struggleing and have struggled in the past. I let my struggles take over me. I would not let them take over me like I have in the past. I will finish colleg and become an Occupational Therapist Assistant. I would learn how to destract myself from all the distractions I have in countered in the past. I have moved away from the distractions so I am already on top of my game. I will not stop until I am finished with school.

If I could go back and time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that high school is nothing compared to college. I would encourage my high school self to take the ACT more seriously and to take the test as many times as possible. I would also encourage my high school self to research all the possible graduate programs before settling on a major. Studying more would be another piece of advice to give to my high school self. Now that I am in college, I know that it requires more motivation and work than all four years of high school combined. Also, I would encourage my high school self to begin studying things outside the realm of what is learned in high school in order to expand my knowledge before entering into a university. My high school self would also need to become more involved in volunteer work in order to learn better leadership and social skills involved in the transition from high school to college life.

I would go back and tell myself to get enrolled in as many duel-credit classes possible during senior year. If I had done that, I wouldn't be paying more money for a class I could have gotten done in high school. This also would have helped me keep on track with my classes so I could graduate on time (I wouldn't of had to take summer classes!). I would also tell myself that while I need to focus on school, to make sure I keep an active social life. I have the tendency of getting too focused in on school sometimes, and that I needed to be prepared to juggle both. I'd tell myself I shouldn't sacrifice one for the other, but to find a perfect balance.