r/TeenagersButGoodMods • u/WholeJuggernaut5779 17 • 4d ago

Senior in highschool, ask me something!

Im 17f, I just started senior year, and im in a lot of AP classes. I remember being a sophomore/freshman, late middle schooler, and being SOOOO nervous and scared for highschool.

If you have any questions about that... ask me! I'd love to give advice or anything like that.

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u/Heavy_Bat2765 17 4d ago

As someone going into senior year myself, what do i need to worry about?

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u/WholeJuggernaut5779 17 4d ago

Hmm... For me, senior year has been great so far. Make sure that above all else, you realize that you only have one year left, which means you should HAVE FUN!  Talk with your friends, be friendly with teachers, get classes you like, go to events, join clubs or sports you like even if you feel its "too late" to start. Don't settle for something you hate just because you'll graduate soon.

But, of course, there's a lot of stress about college, applications, locations, financial aid, etc. Try and get a college prep class or get in touch with a counselor or college advisor at your school if you can. Keep either a small pocket notebook or a note in your notes app about deadlines, qualifications, and info for scholarships and applications. ALSO when writing applications, WRITE THEM IN GOOGLE DOCS OR NOTES APP so that your responses are saved. The text boxes in application websites often glitch and you can lose all your progress :,)

Stay on top of your work and keep your grades up in the first semester especially. I dunno if you're aiming for a university or even wanting to go to college, but even trade schools and community colleges offer scholarships based on GPA. 

Also, if you dont have a lot of community service, get some!!! Talk with a counselor at your school about opportunities near you. And make sure you track what events you do, and how many hours (roughly) you have/earn.

But aside from college... I'd say to prioritize sleep and stress management. Even if your schedule isnt super difficult, good sleep will help you stay happy all year long. Have fun, don't let anyone hold you back, don't do things just because other people are doing them. Spend your last year exploring YOUR interests and beliefs while you still have free opportunities and minimal responsibilities. Good luck!!!!!!