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I would tell myself that life isn't as easy as you thought it was. That life isn't as much of a joke as you thought it would be. You're a smart kid, high school doesn't challenge you, your teacher don't like you, so of course they're not going to challenge you, bu you have to challenge yourself. Because you owe it to yourself to know all that you have potential to know to get to where you want to go. This isn't going to happen over night or be artificially inserted into your conscious. Just because many aspects of acedemics intrigues you doesn't give you an excuse to not narrow your options and specialize like everyone else, that's just the society you live in today. So get it done and take life seriously.

I have two beautiful daughters, I had my first daughter when I was 18, I dropped out of school and got my G.E.D, after I had her, I had my second daughter when I was 19, So if I was to go back in time to when i was a Senior I would tell my self to let my self grow first and finish my education before I had children. Because going to school to recieve a better education and trying to provide a living for me and my two daughters as a single mother gets pretty tough working a minimum wage job, and going to school. But they keep me going in a positive way. Because when I look into those most innocent eyes, I know that I have to do it for them. And I'am going to finish my education so that I can provide the life that my girls deserve. Thanks for your time on reading and I hope to recieve a scholarship.

Do not give up. I know that you've been in school for a long time, and it seems like college is just more of the same. And in a way it is, but it's worth it. I've been out there in the 'real world' trying to find a job I didn't loathe, and let me tell you, it's tough. If you want to have a career that you love, if you want a good salary, stick with it. It may take a few years before you really know what you want to do. Took me ten. But that's what required classes are for! In the end, all the hard work is going to be worth it. Your family and friends will be proud, but more importantly, you'll be proud of yourself.

If I would go back in time as a senior and give myself advice about college I would tell to sign up for college as soon as possible the earlier the better, because you might not be able to sign up for the classes you want if you are too late. I would show up to class everyday. Showing up to class everyday will get you a better grade and also doing every single homework. Missing one homework can affect your grade quite much and missing one day of class will make you get behide in class, you would be totally lost. Do not get lazy it will affect your attendence in school and work. You will do so much better if you give it your all in college, it's a little hard but your hard work will pay off in the future and you will be so glad you did good.

First of all, be excited! College will be an amazing time in your life. You will be a new person in college, and only in a better way! Shoot for your goals and make decisions based on your own wants and needs, no one elses. Do not wait until the last minute to start figuring out your next step in life. Look at colleges early and apply early, because you will know when you find the one for you. Do not be nervous about your first days at college, everyone will help you with every step. The adjustment might be a little difficult but it will all be worth it. College will feel like home in no time. When times get stressful, remember why your going to college and the outcome it will bring you. Be strong and ambitious and you will suceed in college.

I would tell myself to take classes seriously, and to make sure that my priorities are in place. Also, I would tell myself to be more open to people and situations and to not hold back from making friends with everyone I can. I would tell myself to not worry about missing my family and homelife because almost everyone else at college is in the same situation. Finally I would tell myself to be better at saving money because sometimes in college it seems like I have none!!

The main advice that I would give myself is to start time managment. Even when I know that something is due I tend to put it off for something better to do then the homework. In the end I get everything done, but that doesn't mean that I won't lose sleep over it. Once I get time managment under control college life is actually fairly easy. The classes, at least so far, are fairly easy, all I have to do is go to class and study.

1) Don't be afraid. The transition is actually not as scary as it seems at first-everyone just needs a little time to take it all in. It's normal! 2) Work on time management-don't wait until the last minute to write a paper. You're don't give yourself enough time to actually do your best. 3) Just breathe. You can get through this-you're not on your own.

I would tell myself to relax about the "big picture" and take one day at a time. Don't worry about what you need to have acomplished in the next year or two, but rather focus on the "here and now". Take a deep breathe and concentrate on being successful on what the task is at hand; thats the only way you'll be successful in the future.

I never really considered college an option for me. I never went to visit colleges with my parents or bothered to research any colleges. I understood the reality of my situation: my family was living off of food stamps and social security checks; there was no way I was going to college. I had spoken with my guidance counselor and she had told me about scholarships and all of the financial aid that was available but I never believed I would win a scholarship. Although my experiences have matured me at a faster rate than others of my age group I do not see that as a negative. I was taught responsibility and the value of hard work at a young age. I learned how to seize opportunities and think logically very early in life. Being the oldest male in my family, my siblings looked to me for guidance and support during our time in Foster Care and I was glad to help. I love them so much; I would do anything for them. I understand the importance of structure and rules but I also know that not every situation should be handled the same way.