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When I was a high school senior, I already had 50 units from Yuba College, so, I had obviously been going to college for some time at the end of my time at high school. Even so, I guess I would have to say that my advice would be to manage my time better. Once you start taking twenty units a semester, the workload kind of creeps up on you, and it's difficult to manage school, home life, and any social activities you've got going on. Other than that, it's not much different.

In High School I wasn't the best student, so if I could go back in time would motitvate myself and tell myself to stop procastinating. High school should be taking very seriously; it isn't a popularity contest or game. It is a preparation for college, and then college is a preparation to a successful career.

I am currently attending Woodland Community College with plans to transfer to a four-year college. School has never been easy for me but I am always striving for my best. I am the oldest in the family and the first one to graduate from high school and to attend college. My family encourages me to be part of activities at school and in the community. I am the co chair of M.E.C.H.A of woodland community college and I?m planning on joining Associated Students of WCC. Also on my free time I am involved with Hands On Sacramento and I have volunteered over 40 hours. Getting involved with campus activities makes the college experience more fulfilling. It is also important to speak with a councellor. A councellor will make college more easier by help you choose your classes, and helping you find scholarships. College is my opportunity to improve my life by having more opportunities to get better jobs, and to encourage my family to go back to school. My goal is to get a four-year degree in political science, work hands on with people, and to make this world a better place.

Assuming I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior after knowing what I know now about college life, I would advise myself that it is a great experience to go away for college . It had helped me become more independent in learning how to take care of myself and not depend on my parents to take care of everything for me. I also am more focused on my goals. I would also tell myself that it is possbile to tackle all of my class assignments and projects and maintain good grades as long as I stay disciplined in my study habits. I have to believe that the end goal of pursing my passion and obtaining my degree as an art animator is well worth it because it would provide me with a career that I would eagering work and enjoy for years to come.

I would tell any high school senior to just focus on schooling and being a kid. From my own experiences I now can look back and see the mistakes I made in high school. Being a young mother opened my eyes to many things I missed out on during my senior year, so my biggest advice would be to just love the moment. High school is a gateway to many opportunites and its one of the greatest times of many peoples lives. I believe focusing on school work, class activites,and friends is what senior year is for. Look to the future, but don't forget about your past.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school version of me, I would tell myself that college is not as scary as it seems. You need to be involved with the facility of the college you attend because otherwise you will get lost and confused. The staff will explain everything to you and answer all of your questions. You do not have to struggle to find answers on your own!

Do better on your class work and pay more attention in class and to your teachers.

If I had a chance to go back in time to my high school senior year, I will make all the arrangements necesary to enter to a university. As a high school senior, I did not look for the information I needed to apply for schoolarships and finacial aid that was available to me. I also speak up for a lot o f Hispanic students who were not offered or were encourage to persue to continue their college education. I will defentely speak to the school counselors and advice them to do informative workshops where all this information about how to go to college can be spread to all the students. If I had the chance to be a high school senior I will plan better my higher education years.

If you are considering going to college whether it is a community, CSU, or University, you should attend as many clubs as you can, volunteer work for the community, and most of all do your best in school for high grades. Apply for almost every scholarship, grant or financial aid you are able to. Every bit of help pays off in the end for college, especially if you are struggling in the recession for money. It is difficult but always remember that anything is possible. You can go to college to become what you have always dreamed of. Your senior year is what almost every college looks upon to see how well you did, to see if you did not pay attention or if you really had the ambition to thrive for a great grade. Just remember that your hard work will always pay off in the end, even throughout college. You can get any degree you would like if you just put your effort and motivation into it. College is for anyone and everyone regardless of age, race, or degree.

Never lose hope. That is the advice that I would give myself when I was in high school. Too often do kids get caught up in the drama of life and feel that things can never go on. Many people believe that once you leave high school and go to college, all that "childish" stuff gets left behind. But it doesn't. People are more concerned with who is going out with who, rather than really focusing on studies. I'm no exception and had to learn my lesson. After a couple of semesters of goofing off, I began to realize why I was there. I started to see friends transfering to upper division schools and other friends getting the jobs they wanted while I was still sitting there wondering what had happened. At a time when it feels like you've been left behind by everything in life, it is easy to lose hope. Giving up becomes the easy option. But I was always a rebel and I fought back against everything that held me back. Now I'm back on track and ready to pursue my education and a life in the real world that surely follows.