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I would tell myself to do whatever makes me happy. For most of my adolesence I've put sports before everything and everyone in my life. Now that I'm older and have been to multiple colleges while meeting tons of people for differnt backgrounds, I've realized that the best times I had was when I'm surrounded by people I enjoy, doing activities I enjoy. College developed me socially more than anything. Work is work, you get an assignement and turn it in on time but meeting new people and dealing with teachers, students and coaches that you don't always agree with helped prepare me for the real world. My goal the last year or so of my college experience isn't to focus on what I'm doing after school but more so what puts a smile on my face and the close group of special people in my life I care about as well.

I would tell myself that this was the best school that I could attend for the money and all of the learning opportunites. But I would also tell myself it could be in my best interest to live off campus because the dorms are not very suitable for the amount of people living in one.

The only thing that I would tell myself I should of done was to take psychology or sociology that way I wouldn't have to take it now in college. Other than that I would leave everything the same. I think I managed my high school career very well.

stay focused and read what you can before class

If I could go back in time to my highschool years I really only have one or two things I would tell myself. I always maintained good grades in high school and was very active in sports and my social life. I feel that being able to juggle school and sports has helped me to juggle school,sports, and even work now in college. The main thing I see now I could have improved on is my social life. I seemed to always be very concerned with what everyone thought of me and my im age. If I would have spent less time worrying about that and even more time on my academics my grades could have been even higher than what they were. I feel like my teachers in high school did a very good job of preparing us for college and I owe a lot of my success to them. Aside from worrying more about grades than my friends I really don't see anything else I would change. I feel I have been successful in both aspects of my life and am so excited to see what my future holds. I can't wait!

Have you ever thought that high school is supposed to be the best days of your life? If you have, you are right. Have fun now because in the future it gets tougher. I would tell myself to work, study and play hard in all I do. Work hard in your classes and in the sports/music programs you are in because once they are over, you will regret not doing your absolute best. Study hard, because the grades you will obtain in high school follow you everywhere you go including college and upcoming jobs. Play hard in your sports/music programs because your team needs you and the harder you play the more they will respect you. Join programs in school that suit you because the more programs you join, the more friends you make. They are friends you need to cherish every moment with because high school will come to an end. It is fun, exciting, and at times tough. Take college classes in high school so you know what you are getting into in your near future. Work hard in those classes also, because the credits may transfer to your future college or university.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell meself to apply for those scholarships instead of putting it off untill it was to late to turn the applications in. Also I would tell myself to switch from truck crew to overnight stocking at work so my GPA would be higher than it is. The lack of sleep from working 40 hours helped lower your grades.

Having been diagnosed with nsal pharynx cancer, which is now in remission, I would emphasize knowing what you want from college, set priorities but also save and make time for yourself to unwind and have some fun. There is time to work, and work hard or you just waste your time and someone's money, but also time for play--use all your time to the fullest.

Prepare, you can never be to prepared for college and the struggles the come with it. I was told by my family, my advisors, and my friends that had already been attending college to plan ahead as far as possible. When it comes to college, if you procrastinate you will cause yourself alot more stress and aggervation. The thought is first come, first served and you need to apply this concept before you even graduate high school. To ensure you a spot in the degree program at your desired school you want to apply as soon as a new year starts for the following year. This way you can almost be certain of acceptance and then you can start to get the financial aspect taken care of. Many scholarships, grants, and loans have deadlines and require you to put some time into them. You need to apply for every means of money for school that you can find especially the ones that ask for essays because these are the ones you have a better chance of being selected. So if I could go back, I would tell myself to plan ahead and not wait till the last minute for anything.

Save your money, get scholarships and grants, prepare to go to the school in the fall early. Just make sure to spend your money wise cheapest is sometimes the best. Ask all questions about anything, there is no such thing as a dumb question. Lastly make sure to have a job lined up before you leave o go u there.

Assuming I could go back to talk with myself when I was in High School, I think that I would tell myself to not fret over the small things that don't matter. If I didn't caught up in things that seem important in "the now" I would have been able to open my eyes sooner and focus on the bigger picture and what is next. My biggest problem that I couldn't grasp untill college was money, not only the value of a dollar but the importance in saving. Among that point I would have reminded myself that if I put a little more effort into my school work I could have done so much better, not that I did bad.

I would of took harder classes in high school and I would of saved up more money.

I would tell myself to not take the management at McDonalds so I had more time for my school work. Your grades will improve a great deal after you give up management.

I would tell myself to really enjoy the time I have off before I start college. Once college starts you will have to grow up and start being responsible. You are not young forever so enjoy it.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself as a high school senior to focus more on my academics. I would also suggest taking an accounting course in high school so I would be ready for the accounting classes offered in college. A big hint of advice would be to start saving money for college, because it can really put a person in debt for a long time.

save more money

Be sure to save your money so you have enough for things you want while away at school

i would tell my self not to drive as much and to stay in the gym and study all the time!

I would tell myself to snap out of it and get through this pregnancy, quit beating yourself up over it and go on. You need to regroup your thoughts about not caring about your education and to do your very best to get good grades because they will effect your future. I would tell myself to make a plan for college and stick to it, do not back down and stay focused on your goals. Go to a local college online if you dont want to be away from the baby. Get ahold of your future while you have the chance and make something of yourself sooner than later. There will be many crossroads to face and many tough decisions along the way but having your degree will allow you to make more educated decisions and you will be able to support yourself financially and feel better about your life and the situations your going to find yourself in down the road. Stay focused AMY!! Your doing this to benefit not only yourself but your family.

Go to a school out of state and don't be afraid to spend money on a quality degree. Also, go to school for something you are interested in because you will want to enjoy your future career.