So You Think You're Ready For College?

Hello one and all,
I pray that my posts won't be as sporadic as it has been lately. I have come up with a new series that I think may interest you! Ya think ya ready for college? So you got the acceptance letter, you said "yes"! It may have been your first, second, or even rebound choice but praise the Lord, it don't matter-- you're going to college.

The hard part is done right?

I mean, the SATs complete? check
Application and recommendation letters sent in? check
College Tours? done

Now what?

I hope this series will provide you with the answers to the insurmountable questions that may be bubbling up within. Mom and dad are not making easier on you because all of a sudden, you're supposed to have the answers... Yeah, about that....

I don't have the answers, but I have insight. Let's get started.

Series Entry 1: Make it to graduation, please!
Now, I'm not saying your not going to graduate from high school, but you and I know, senioritis kicked in way back in second quarter. Doesn't make it much easier now that you have the letter that states, "ready, set, GO!" With the resolution to your high school career about to come to fruition, I just want to suggest that you stay as focused as possible. I have heard horror stories of students who have gotten their admission letters revoked because of their stupendous decline in grades. As a result they had to fight to regain admission or deal with being the kid who almost got in college. Senioritis is real folks and it can take control of your whole life: academic and personal. You may find yourself becoming more (yes, it's possible) engulfed in social networks and hours of study time on the phone. I say, be careful. The habits you build now can either make or break you in regards to preparing for college. What I mean is, adopt the college mentality now that you are practically a college student. Identify the weaknesses in your life and see how you can practice turning them into strengths while it's easier you can. Now's the time to examine your study habits, your social habits, time management and the like. You will have more time to develop this once you're on campus, but it is never too early to start. Congrats on getting in, but what will make it all the worthwhile is finishing strong. Enjoy these last few months as a senior and take in as much knowledge, skills, and good habits as you can. Test yourself and see how you can make mom, dad, and ultimately yourself, proud. Fight for the cure, because really, you'd want to care about your academic health. College is too expensive.

 M