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I would encourage my former self to more closely examine my hobbies and interests. At the time, I was undecided about which career path to take. It would have been wise to utilize aptitude tests and career counselors to point me in the right direction of which career path to choose. In addition, I now see the value of researching and applying for scholarships. Many people do not apply for them when there is an essay involved, so if you do decide to complete an application, your chances are actually fairly good of winning the scholarship. Other advice I would have given to myself would be to volunteer in my community to gain some experience and build my resume. It would also have been helpful to network and make the most of the resources at my fingertips. I was afraid to apply to certain schools for fear of rejection. Looking back, I should have gone through with the process, regardless of the outcome, and learn what to build upon if I had been rejected.

I would tell myself to take it slow, and not rush. I got lost for a little while because of how ambitious and fast I moved, and it became very difficult. I would remind myself that slow and steady wins the race, and that I would get where I was going no matter what. I would tell myself that I'd be OK, and to just try my hardest and take it one day at a time.

Hello Sandra Contreras, I’m the only person that knows you inside and out and I think it’s time you thought about some things. First of all, I want you to look at your past; do you remember where you came from? How you got to be here now as a high school senior? Well I’m sure you do recall how dad left our family to come work in the United States just for us to have a better life in Mexico and how mom tried even three times to cross the border with you on her womb just so you could be a citizen and take advantage of what California has to offer. It was hard times for our parents but like they got through it, you can as well. Truth is it will not be so easy to reach your goals, but if you believe it's possible, will be. It's time for you to prioritize yourself and your future, I know you were born to help other people and its time for you to establish a foundation so you can help those around you. It's time to shine!

The most imporant advice I could give myself as a high school senior would be to take more dual enrollment classes, apply to more scholarships, and to appreciate everything around me. I would have taken more dual enrollment classes so I could have started college with more credits. Thus, giving me the opportunity to have a better chance at picking classes. I would have applied to more scholarships because I now realize the true cost to college and the amount I am going to owe back once I complete it. The last bit of advice I would give myself would be to appreciate the small things. It occurs to me that I was so ready to graduate and be done with high school that I rushed through my senior year. If only I could go back, I would have slown down and appreciated a good grade on an exam, the little amount of homework, and of course the free schooling.

The advice that I would give myself as a high school senior would to be not to mess around and stay focused. College is not high school and the teachers are not breathing down your neck to study or to do your homework. As a college student nobody is making you go, you're parents may want you to, but it's only going to affect your future and be beneficial towards your goals. College is hard and if you do not put the effort into it your grades will definetely be affected. That being said study hard, do not go out and party, and go to every class and lecture.

If I had the opportunity to go back to my senior year in high school and give myself some advice, would I do it? My college career so far has been great, although there are some things I wish I could change. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to not be afraid to experience new things, join clubs, and meet as many new people as possible. I have always been one of the shy kids, however being in college has helped become more outgoing. It’s hard for me to meet new people and find friends who you truly click with. To do this you simply just have to go outside your comfort zone and participate in the many activities on campus. My other piece of advice would be to remember you’re in college to learn. Study hard and often! Even if my advice to myself didn’t change a thing, I wouldn’t mind. I love the experiences and friends I’ve gotten to make. These past semesters have changed me, and for once I am satisfied with that. After all you can’t change the past; you can only change the future.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself about college. I would have decided to go to college and earn my degree, when I graduated back in 1984. Knowing now what I didn't realize back in the 80's is getting a higher education is so important in todays society. Althrough I have worked my entire life and raised two children on my own. I still needed to have a degree to go higher in my occupation. Now that I'am unemployed it's really hard to find a good job without a degree. So I decided that now is the time to get my degree. If I had only knew back then what I know now,I belive that my life would have been a whole lot better. Education is so important and that's what I have stress to my children and because of it they both have worked hard to obtain their degrees. So now it my time to get mines. I know it gonna take a lot of hard work and dedication, but I'am going to get me a degree in nursing. Thank You Regards, Loretta Robinson

My advice to my senior high school self is to put forth extra effort in the transition to college life. I never struggled in classes. Most subjects came quite easy and I did not spend much time outside of the classroom studying, while maintaining a B average. When I started college, I found the same to be true. Had I put forth extra effort studying, I would have been able to achieve A’s. The same can be said for my involvement in extracurricular activities. I belonged to a few organizations in high school, however did not actively participate. Upon entering college, the idea of clubs was intimidating. In retrospect, my choice to not participate is something I regret. My parents covered all of my finances throughout high school and this did not change when I entered college. I did work part time, but did not contribute to the cost of being a college student. I am extremely grateful to my parents for their support. I cannot change the past, but I am proud to say I have learned from it. I now give 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of myself to everything that I do.

Study hard, get involved with as many clubs and sports as possible, apply for scholarships early, and take lots of pictures.

High School! Whew! I am glad that is over! But, now that I am older and wiser, I have a few tantalizing thoughts to pass along that I wish I had held fast too! Hindsight is 20/20! As a senior, your social life is not as important as it may seem! I want you to have fun, but if the girls are really your friends, they will remain so. Continue to complete the annoying homework and projects and do not get undone by "senioritis"! Academically, choose classes to insure a productive future; every course has its purpose. Learn to budget and respect your time and money! Sometimes you have to choose chemistry over the kegger or the boyfriend! Do not dismiss the advice of your parents and school counselors when pursuing the college choices and curriculums; their experiences, good or bad will be invaluable. Finally, enjoy yourself, make lasting friendships, but go to class even though professors do not take roll call! College is like no other experience you will ever have so do not be your own worst enemy! Be mindful of your GPA, graduate in a timely and economic manner; your future will probably depend on it!