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The advice I would give myself as a high school senior is to pursue my college degree as soon as I graduated from high school. I would tell myself to value my education more than other's opinions and pursuing other personal desires. My personal desires were important but could have waited till I accomplished my college degree. I would encourage myself to think about the future instead of the present and pursue my desired college degree. I would give myself the advice to pursue scholarships that woud allow me to be more financially stable and have more support for school funding. I would also advise myself that school provides many opportunities for my future career and family even if at the current moment I did not know where my future would be like. My future would be more promising with a college degree and being prepared would make the difference and more beneficial for my college experience , academically and financially.

If I could go back in time when I was a high school senior I would tell myself to stay in high school. No matter how bad things may seem it will be over shortly and well worth the wait. No one benefits in the long run by dropping out. Life may not seem quite so tough as a teenager and you may think you can persevere through whatever life throws your way, that is until the real taste of adulthood rears its ugly head. Finishing high school then attending college is a much simpler transition when you are young and single without any dependents. If you wait ten even twelve years when you are a mother of three and divorced it becomes much more challenging as you are not the only one dependent on yourself. If I would have finished high school and not dropped out I would possibly already have a college degree with several years devoted not only to an amazing career but to my wonderful children. Though it is never to late to become a role model for young children even if they are your own.

College is important and necessary for your career success.. Take it serious

I would have been more focused on my studies, tried harder and taken more college prep classes.

If I could go back in time and tell myself what I know now. It would be to make sure I do well my senior year. Pass my SAT exam. Select school with a vision of going there full time and getting my degree. Select a school with a good reputation not for the parties. I would also tell myself that the first year is always the hardest in college because you are adjusting to college life and a lot of things are going to come your way. You are going to beinvited to parties, to go out in general you are going to have a lot of interference but, you have to make the right decision all the time. It's okay to have fun and go to parties but no when enough is enough. I would make sure I keep a calendar with all my due dates and keep all my work up to date. Make sure the professor gets to know me and not just a number. Participate in the classroom. Study very hard and read my materials. Eat well and always go to school.

If I could go back in time and give myself advice on college life, I would say: Do not procrastinate when it comes to an education, graduate high school and enter college as soon as possible. When you become an adult and enter the workforce, if you do not have an education from a higher learning facility, it will be almost impossible to care for your family or future properly. Take advantage of scholarships while you can, plan for the future, take control of your life and become a responsible, productive citizen. Education is one step closer to a quality life, though, it is only what one does with it. Education is a priviledge and inspiring to those after you. Learn it, Love it, Live it!

What would I say to myself if I went back in time. I would tell myself that I should work on my school work more than just have that "I don't care about anything attitude". I am going great in my classes now, but maybe back when I was a high school senior I could had the classes the prepares you for college. Making the transitions to college was a big desicion, I would tell myself what I am doing know which is working in a preschool and also being a substitute teacher. Being a substitute teacher has been the best thing that has happen to me, but I want to become a Elementary Education Teacher in Special Education. If I would of known what I am doing now back then. I would of been a teachter along time ago.

I would give myself the advice of, Don't wait to go to school. Find a college that works best for you, and your schedule. School is actually fun, and the best part is, learning new things.

Maggie, take your high school classes seriously; they really do prepare you for college. Not knowing what you want from life is fine; just keep moving forward. You will fall down; pick yourself up as quickly as possible and move on. Life is going to throw you curve balls; learn to adjust your swing. Stick to your values and be true to yourself. At times this will be very hard; this is when it is most important. The transition from high school to college, teen to adult, is an amazing journey of self-discovery; savor it.

If I could turn back the hands of time and find myself during my secondary education career, and I knew then what I now know about the benefits a post-secondary education I would suggest that I gain as much knowledge about my desired career field as possible. Today there is always room for improvement; but the first step is being able to get your foot in the door to a becoming a positive and productive employee. I have been out of school for about twenty years and have always work as a customer service specialist. That is a good position to be in, as nearly all jobs have some form of customer service involved in them. I think, if I had continued my education before entering the job market, I would have majored in business administration and my minor would have been as a certified customer service specialist. That way I would have the knowledge to perform the duties of a business and know how to provide the excellent service that consumers seek. My advice to anyone in this day and time is to go back to school and get a degree in a field that you like.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior about college life and making the transition, I would give myself the best advice I could ever possibly give myself! Stay in school! Do not take a few years to think about continuing one of the most important areas of life - an education! I would tell myself that a brain really is a terrible thing to waste. Then I would tell myself this story: I could not wait to graduate from high school so I could finally get a job and earn some money. I found a job, a very repetitive job that I worked at for 12 years of my life. I got so good at my job that I could do my job in my sleep! However, the downfall to working a repetitive job is I never learned anything new. Twelve years of not learning anything new is a very long time. As time went by, so did my memory. My first year of college was a repeat of the things I had learned in high school! I would tell myself not to waste my time and money by learning things twice!

Because I commute to school, I would tell myself to take classes all around the same time so I don't have to drive to 20 minutes to school more than once a day.

The best I could give myself if I could go back in time is (1) take things much more seriously; (2) my self-worth is much more valuable than what others consider important; and (3) take time to internalize what life on this earth means to myself not what others say it does.

Money is not an issues when it comes to your education. The road toward your goals are right out that door just get in the car and go for it.

When I graduated from high school I would have went to a four year college and receive my Bachleors Degree. Instead of graduating from a two year college.

If I could go back in time, this is what I would tell myself: Sarah, honey, wake up! College is a life changing event that you want to be apart of. I know you are scared of the unknown and to leave your family, but it is so worth it. Not only are you going to make forever friends, but you are going to experience some of the best years of your life. Stop procrastinating and get on those applications and scholarships. They are not going to fill themselves out and submit them in. You've got to take charge of your life and stop focusing on this small town and the people in it. College will not only help you career wise, but will build you into a strong, independant, smart woman. It is so easy to talk to your counselors and financial aid advisors. They can help you with all your questions. Go to the career center at school, and begin the process. And when you get in, stay focused on your studies. There are people there that will like to play, but you've got to concentrate. Work hard and you can accomplish anything.

The first piece of advice I would give myself would be to stay in school. Receiving your high school diploma and then continuing your education through college is extremely important. You can never predict the future so do what you can now to protect your future. A proper education is important to everyone's future. A high school diploma and a college degree can help you be successful in the career of your choice for higher paying jobs. There are always colleges or universities that are available to fit your schedule. No matter what grades you received in high school, you can always achieve your goal by applying yourself. Stay dedicated to your plan, with the help from peers and family, the learning process can be a rewarding prize when completed.

If I had a chance to go back and talk to myself in high school I would actually have to go back to my Junior year. I dropped out of school towards the middle of that year. So going back I would tell myself that "NO boy, especially that one, should define who you become. You are Victoria Ann Smith (maden) and you decide who you want to be not some boy. So who do you want to be?" I know that this is what I would say to myself if I could go back because I have said it to my daughter hoping that she will learn from my mistake.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I knwo now, I would tell myself to take my time, enjoy the experience, absorb the knowledge, and get an education. As a working adult returning back to school it is challenging maintaining a full time job while attending school to obtain a college degree. I have also learned that an education is a key component in this competitive job market. Having an education isn't a sure fire defense for job security but it helps a great deal. Returning back to school has taught me that education is a gift that you receive and no one can ever take it away. Education has expanded my mind and broaden my horizons allowing me to believe that anything is possible if I stay focused. Having achieved my higher education after I just graduated high school would have opened more doors for my future for my career and possibly for my continuing education in the form of a masters degree. The skies the limit and a Masters degree is always a possibility.

If I had the opportunity to returne back to when I was in high school the advice I would give myself would be to stay in school and finsh it. I would tell myself that college is not that hard like many think and that if I keep on I would be able to have a career and look for my dream job. I would have the moeny to take care of my future children, which will be four. I will also tell myself that finishing a career will help to achieve all my goals in life. I will tell myself not to be stupid and start a career in a college or university. One last thing that I will tell myself would be to show my children when I have them that I have obtain a diploma and that I have done a great job on obtaining it.