Prince George’s Community College Top Questions

I would tell myself that you should plan everything out early. As a high school senior, you are at a time where you have to make an important decision in life. You have to decide what you wish to major in and choose the colleges that would give you the opportunities to do so. After you have taken the first step, you must efficiently act upon those decisions made. You have to make sure that you have obtained the required documents needed for admission long before the deadlines. You should also go to the college campuses to get a feel of whether the environment is appropriate for you or not. Lastly, submit all the required materials for admission ahead of time instead of frustrating oneself over whether the application made it on time or having to rush to get all the documentations needed. It is a much nicer feeling to complete tasks at your own pace and knowing there's plenty of time for it to get there before the due date.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would of told myself to take some advance placements class because that could of prepare me for some of these classes for college because they are tuff. I also would of told myself to study harder for the SAT, so I could of got into a better school that where I'm at now and I would of told myself to apply for scholarships because paying out of pocket takes a toll on your wallet and sometimes your wonder if your going to be able to go to school this semester because money is kind of tight, so I would of told myself to do alot of different things.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, "I?d say you chose the right path by participating in the Science and Technology program at Eleanor Roosevelt.? From the beginning, the program started the students off by warning how rigorous the course load will be and the serious mindset we were to possess throughout the four years. During the four years I learned much; learned how to manage time, how to dedicate free time to studying, and most importantly, maintaining a focus on academics. Just as the coordinator mentioned, this program is preparation for college. As for the transition to college itself, perhaps the actual college living is something to discuss. Based from the summer program I participated in at the University of Maryland, dorm life is something to note. Homework always comes before any sort of socialization, the only exception is if a study group is formed and work is actually done. As for expenses, scholarships are the way to go. Finances for college are just as important as academics for without them, attendance is not possible. High school self, remember procrastination will mess you up in the end."

Speak up and lose your fear of success as soon as possible. Whatever you think you might be interested in trying out, please do it now because undergraduate freedom only comes along once in a lifetime. Pick outrageous electives and ask interesting questions. Don?t settle for the easiest teachers just to get easy A?s on your transcript. You?ll regret it if you spend a big chunk of your free time learning how to get drunk and survive hangovers. Be friends with people from different backgrounds and different races. Learn from fellow students who seem to be leaders in your field of study, one or two might graduate and change the world. Pay attention to people who look up to you and be generous with your time and talents toward them. Remember, what goes around comes around. Challenge yourself and you won?t have to live with regrets.

Study hard for the SAT.,

If I could go back in time and give myself some advice about college life and making the transition, I would explain the importance of self-discipline. When you think about the years in high school and the age of adolescence, a feeling of being watched over creates a false security of motivation. When in college, these parameters are non-existent, and you can easily be caught up in the freelance atmosphere of college life. With self-discipline, and an undying love for self-preservation is the key to making that transition. With this motivation, say the one you might have for a significant other, to make it work, the only barrier that may prevent you from surviving your college quest is an inadequacy for post-grade school era; which I believe is a mere fallacy for those whom find themselves conflicted by this notion. Strive great, do great, be great!!!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would honestly just have told myself to take it easy and relax on the AP classes and just enjoy my final year of high school. I didn't plan to end up at a community college, Prince Georges Community College to be exact, it just happened. So the AP classes I took, really were a waste of time since I didn't get a high enough score on the AP test for the credits to count. Also I took the SAT and stressed really hard about it when it wasn't even needed at PGCC. There's nothing I would really have went back to say, "do this," or "take that." I probably would have suggested taking a basic math class again to retouch my skills as I ended up taking Pre-Algebra my first semester in college. Other than that, nothing else really.

Dear Keshia, This is a letter that you need to read before you leave for school this semester. Open up those books and go to work! Nothing can defeat and overcome your will and power to learn--not even teachers and difficult reading assignments. Push through. Only you can uncover your deep desire to learn, finish school, and continue achieving your dreams. Please do not listen to your high school classmates. They do not have the experience to help you make the decisions that weigh so heavily on your future. Use trusted sources, school counselors and a college catalog can go a long way in helping you to break through that freshman glass ceiling. Hear with your ears, see with your eyes. Sink into and allow yourself the privilege to fully immerse into your only college experience. A promise of many golden opportunities awaits; I know I can do it! Love, Keshia

Complete all college applications as soon as possible. Also, apply for many scholarships and grants.

I will go back on that high school sit and tell myself two things: First that life is a series of rooms that you cross. They dont have the same temperature, brightness, or space and are filled with different people all the time. Each one of those rooms matters because those people and the conditons around change your life as you move from one room to another. So make the best out of every room and plan for a better journey through the following room. You dont study to make someone else happy. You study to learn something new, which makes you happy. Opportunities in life are for the most part triggered by the people you know and the people who remember you. When an opportunity arises, people think of you only if you made a good positive impression on them; so, make a good impression on everyone you meet.