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If i could go back to my senior year of high school . I would have definately told myself to take as many college courses as you could and be more out going. I would also tell myself to just cherish high school and not rush through it cause once you get into college your problems start to happen.

iI i went back in time I would tell myself to take more college credit classes not only to get ahead, but also to save money. I would have joined more clubs and organizations, to be more involved. I would have pushed myself to have done better in school and to get straight A's, because slacking of then will make me pay for it now. So over all if i went back in time I would say to stay more focus and work hard beacuse in the end it will all pay off.

Oh wow, you have nothing to worry about. If anything people are nicer in college than in high school. No clicks, no drama, no immature little kids running around thinking they're all cool! I honestly think high school teachers were just trying to scare you, don't know what they're problem was. Good thing you chose Music as your major. Everyone else is running around not knowing what to "do with their life." You love music and always have, so just stick to what YOU really want, its in your blood. Its going to be tough no doubt about it, but if you really want it, nothing can stop you. So just enjoy the moment, keeping singing, and sooner or later everything will fall into place;)

Vanessa pay attention! This is what I would constantly remind myself if I could go back in time. I would tell myself to sit in the front of the class and ask all and any questions that I could, especially when it came time for Math. I would tell myself, it does not matter what others say or think- do it for yourself, for your future, ensure yourself a prospersous future- both financially and personally. Learn to ask questions now and college will be a breeze. I would remind myself that numbers hold the keys to success. A physical therapist must master many science classes in order to be successful, thus working harder during my high school years will ensure a smooth tenure in college. I would also advice myself that beauty comes from within just as much, if not more, than visual beauty. Other than that, I accomplished much while in high school, both academically and socially. I would remind myself to continue my school and community volunteering because they are not a waste of time because I will turn out to be a mature, responsible, committed, compassionate, well-rounded young lady whom will be environmentaly friendly as well.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would warn my self two things. The first warning would be to not knock down UTPA because it's a school in the Rio Grande Valley. At this school, you will find great opportunities to help benefit your skills in the multimedia field. You will even get to use the fancy Canon XLR cameras as a Freshman! In UT Austin, they wouldn't be able to do something like that until they're a senior! You're going to learn how to use so many amazing editing programs, and as a freshman, you will already be creating things for your portfolio. The second warning is to not be so quick to judge on a persons merit. These people are going to end up surprising you, and you will gain some wonderful friends if you are more patient with people. You will have a great time, but just remember these warnings. It will make the transition a lot simpler and your life a lot happier.

I would tell myself to stop stressing! love yourself, you will do wonderful in college. The faculty and staff are currtious and kind. Mrs. Cross will help you with EVERYTHING you need. Brianna, you will succeed and become an English teacher with life-long friends from your sorority Delta-Zeta.

If I would go back in time I would love to tell myself to have uttermost confidence in what I am doing and not to overstress the little things. Just keep focusing in what you are doing and make sure to not forget that my friends will always be there to help especially my family.

I would tell myself to pay more attention in class so I could have better grades, so I would apply to scholarships. High School is not that hard as compared to college so I would of had a better chance of getting a scholarship. I know I have a lot of potential and I should of applied that in highschool not just goof around. Also I would of stayed in my tennis team and not quit because that leads into more scholarships and a better life.

If I could go back in time a year and speak to my senior self I would stress the importance of applying for scholarships. I am now in my second semester of college and at the beginning of both semesters I had to take out an emergency loan which is basically an extesion. I applyed for financial aide but got little to none from the government. So I work nights after school. The lack of money and the ability to pay has been the hardest part of college. I've always been a smart person so I knew that as long as I applied myself I would do just fine. If I could go back and speak to my senior self I would tell myself that any open possibility to financial should be jumped on because struggling to pay for tuition, fees, and books is extremely hard. I wish that a year or a year and a half ago I had listened when people were telling us seniors to apply for as many scholarships as possible. Maybe I would've listened to myself.

I would tell myself ,"Amy, quit procrastinating on your work. It's tempting to wait until the last minute to finish a project or an essay, but in the end, the stress of doing the project or essay in just a few hours will hurt you both emotionally and physically." I would also tell myself , "I know school is a lot of work. At times it may seem like you have all of your assignments crashing down on you at once with their due dates, but just breathe, and take your work one day at a time. You'll make it through, I promise."