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\u201cBe thankful. Magnify Christ through thanksgiving.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201c(from Matthew 16:25) For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDon\u2019t waste your high school career with grumbling and malcontent.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLook for scholarships in advance and organize them to do throughout senior year.\u201d – Kaleb Doutt<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\u201cInstead of AP classes, do dual-enrollment with an online college.\u201d – Crystal Hernandez<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDo your best. Sometimes you get bad grades, but you can always learn from them.\u201d – Bryan Sandahl<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBetter grades allow you to get better scholarships.\u201d – Fernando Munguia<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSometimes the hardest part is just opening your backpack and getting out your books; you just gotta do it.\u201d He elaborated on the idea that you just need to start sometimes, break through the overwhelming part and just begin. You\u2019ll be much more relieved and feel proud when you finish. – Cohen Boone<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDo your homework at home<\/em>. Don\u2019t wait until the last minute. Study at home.\u201d – Diego Salda\u00f1a<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u201cPay attention in class and be respectful of other people. Do to others as you would have them do to you.\u201d – Frank Mu\u00f1oz<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDon\u2019t be stressed about applying to college. It\u2019s not as bad as people say.\u201d – Sophie Lindhout<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bonus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cGet to know Jesus.\u201d – Mrs. Stuebner<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a senior graduating in just a few months, I\u2019ve recognized a lot of truths that eluded me in the past. The primary issue I would address is stress. I stressed about my grades all throughout middle school and high school, up to the point where I would have breakdowns, worsen my mood, and feel mentally tired all the time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While it is great to do your best, grades don\u2019t define you, and they don\u2019t define your future. Trusting God and understanding that He has a plan for me was incredibly difficult over my high school career, but I\u2019ve found the greatest peace and joy in it recently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Secondly, get to know the people around you. Don\u2019t hold grudges. Don\u2019t stay angry. Come out of your shell. There are so many beautiful people to meet and incredible experiences to encounter when we take the time to recognize them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Take advantage of the opportunities at school to get involved. Some of my best memories are on the sports teams, in musicals, and leadership opportunities offered here at NCA. I\u2019ve become friends with people I never thought I would get along with. Take advantage of this community while you can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thirdly, know that the teachers and staff truly care about you. I know entering middle school or high school can be overwhelming and difficult, but they want you to succeed and find joy in your education, and they\u2019re willing to take the time to help you. Never hesitate to ask if you have a question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This leads me to another point. Don\u2019t be ashamed. Of asking questions. Of being bold. Of pursuing your goals. I can\u2019t tell you the number of times I\u2019ve felt embarrassed because I didn\u2019t understand something or had to stand in front of a large group of people. Trust me, in the end, you\u2019ll look back fondly on those experiences and recognize how much you\u2019ve grown and learned. There is beauty in the uncomfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In terms of more concrete school stuff, get to know how your teachers work. Study patterns in their tests, quizzes, and grading. Take notes to understand, not just to get it over with. Make learning fun. Create a Kahoot, doodle relevant pictures, use mnemonic devices. I personally love using different colored pens and connecting ideas or creating acrostics with the first letter of sentences in a list I need to memorize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For college, use CommonApps if they have your college. Do your applications sooner rather than later. Ask for recommendation letters early before all the seniors are trying to get them at the same time. Research colleges over the summer before your senior year. Don\u2019t give in to senioritis. Make a list of scholarships for college and organize with the due dates so you don\u2019t miss any. Take advantage of Khan Academy for SAT prep if you haven\u2019t taken it yet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Senior year, or any year in high school, can be incredibly stressful and uncertain. Take your free time and use it productively to reduce that stress and feel more prepared. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You guys are amazing!! Don\u2019t forget it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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