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I think that I would have told myself to focus more on school. I wasn't a bad student but often times my social life seemed more important during my senior year. Having a good work ethic and having focus on school is very important to stay in college and complete your classes with acceptable grades. I think that I would also tell myself to get even more involved in extra curricular activities. There's a lot you can learn about yourself and even a lot of friends you can make by trying out different activities and clubs.

I would tell myself that no matter how well I did in high school and no matter what grades I got I can always make it up by going to college. I would tell myself that I need to make a change and go to college so that I dont end up working at a dead end job like some of the people I know who aren't happy with life. I know it will be hard, but in order to make something of myself I would have to work hard and do the best that I can so that my future doesn't turn out to be something that I never wanted it to be. I would tell myself that while there are people standing on the corner holding a sign that as long as I have a good education I can hopefully make something of myself so I'm not standing in their place one day.

I would tell myself to relax and not worry so much, and to live on campus, as living at home is a bit isolating. Alternatively, I would not tell myself which major to choose; I believe the time I spent floundering, exploring and questioning what I wanted to do were valuable and helped me make the correct choice. Most importantly, without that time of inquiring, I would have remained unsure of my decision. I would also not tell myself which classes to take; while I cannot say I enjoyed all the classes I have taken, nor did I need them all to graduate, I can say that they were valuable in teaching me various study and life skills that I will be able to apply in the future and would regret not having.

If I could go back, I would tell myself not to worry so much and to just have fun my last year in high school. I would explain that the transition is easier than it sounds and that college is almost like high school. I would also tell myself, that everything will work out the way I hoped for and college is actually pretty fun. Last, I would tell myself that there is a HUGE library for me to check books out of and that I get to keep the books for three weeks.

LaTosha, never give up and don't let anything or anyone stop you from achieving your goals. You have come so far and over came so much. Yes, you will have a one year old at home and I know it will hurt you everyday to be without him, but your parents will take great care of him. You have to remember you are going to college to better yourself and your life. You are in control of your life! You are strong and you can do this! Trust me the first two years are going to fly by. College life is so much fun and you can go home every weekend to be with DeAundre. I will warn you the older he gets the harder it will be on you because no mother wants to hear their child say "no mommy don't go." Tosha stay strong and no matter what STAY LIVING ON CAMPUS because it will determine the time it takes you to graduate. So don't worry you will do great, have fun, and never think of yourself as a bad mother because DeAundre will always love you and as he gets older he will understand.

First and foremost, save yourself the stress of last-minute decisions by beginning the application process the summer before senior year. Upon acceptance to schools, begin applying for any scholarships you are eligible for. Doing these two things will alone save you major stress that may arise around January. Secondly, take advantage of Advanced Placement tests as well as PSEO. These two adacemic programs allow you to earn college credit for a fraction of the cost and will put you ahead of other incoming college freshman in the areas of experience as well as earned credits. Thirdly, instead of doing the bare minimun for classes, really use this year as a time to better your study, reading, and writing skills. Having these already in place will allow you to learn material without putting so much focus on learning how to do so. Lastly, and most importantly, know your beliefs and views because you will be challenged by all. Be able to defend your stance on your moral, political, and social beliefs because whether or not you hold the popular belief, there will always be someone in opposition. These steps will aid you in a successful college experience. Good luck!

Be ready for an adventure. Don't be afraid to get yourself out there to make good friends.

I would advise myself to work harder my senior year in high school. Seniors often think that the hard work is over and it's time to take it easy. This makes the transition to college more difficult. Do not avoid taking advanced math and science courses in high school. It will help a student be better prepared for more difficult college courses. Being financially responsible is also important. It will be a necessary skill upon becoming a college student. Rather than thinking of the senior year as a time to be childish and irresponsible, students will be much more prepared if they see it as an opportunity to prepared for their future.

During my senior year of high school, I spent a lot of time playing sports. I was the captain of the soccer, basketball, and baseball team. I usually got home around 8pm to start my homework, and was too tired to care about the quality or the effort I was putting toward my academics. If I were to repeat my high school year, I would of spent more time studying for my classes, and getting everything I could out of my classes in order to prepare myself for college. I also would of studied abroad through a foreign exchange program in order to see more of the world before coming to college, and giving myself the opportunity to be on my own. Time management is something that is crucial in order to succeed in college. In high school, I never thought about how much time I had. I would of practiced managing my time by filling out a time planner before each month. This would of shown me how much time I really have to spend playing, hanging out with frineds vs. studying or working. Knowing how to effectively spend ones time is an important aspect of college.

I remeber my senior year, and how scared i was about the whole transition. I remember asking myself would the classes be to hard? Would i be secure enough with myself to put myself out there and meet new people? Would everything work out? I was never a person that was very good with change and this was a whole new chapter in my life different then anything i had ever experienced. If i could go back in time and give a piece of advice about the year to come it would be to worry less and focus on living. All my worrying did was make me more and more nervous about my new chapter. I would tell myself that things in life have a way of working themselves out, and like anything in life college had a way of working itself out for me. In the year to come i would come to love the classes i was taking, the major i chose and the people i have met. As Benjamin Franklin once said " Do not anticipate trouble, or worry about what may never happen. Keep in the sunlight."