Let's face it, High School has been perceived as the one place where you are either at the top or bottom of the totem pole...or at least how every single movie and T.V show make it out to be. These are probably the top ten things I wish I had known when I was in high school.

1. Procrastination is not your BFF

Let's face it, we all have come to the time where all of those assignments are due at the same time, on the same day or week, and you've just begun to start with only a few hours to go. That quick two weeks of being able to get work done has slowly come down to two hours instead. I myself have come to terms with procrastination and although it's almost always worked out for me, I probably would have rather enjoyed extra time, had I just done my work earlier.

2. There really isn't a standard table for cliques

I mean, of course people have their own set groups that they sit with, and I'm one hundred percent sure that you will get the odd person(s) who will tell you that you can't sit there, but realistically, the cafeteria is a giant room where it's every man/woman for themselves. But you will need to get there fast, or you may be left sitting by the bathroom, or in the hallway...

3. Don't rely on the other members in group projects

There is ALWAYS that group you make or get stuck in. Either the one that you know is lazy, and no one really wanted to pair up with because of that reason, or it's your friends in school who you know aren't really good with getting their work done on time. My tip would have been to be the leader when it comes to organizing and ensuring that everyone got their...stuff...together, but come presentation day, you can sit back and relax, knowing you did most of the work.

4. At the same time, don't do all the work yourself

It may sound very contradictory, but let's be honest. If you're the one whose doing all the work, not only are your group members sitting pretty, and lazy, but it leaves you with a mas amount of work to get done on top of everything else. I'm sure there are many of you that would probably say it's easier to just do all the work, but as you get older, you'll realize that having everyone work together is so much easier on all of your plates.

5. Ask questions...even if they're silly

There have been SO many times where I would be in class, possibly tune out the teacher (we are only human) and tend to miss some things. Or we know what's going on, but still need clarification. I've had a few teachers who are kind of tricky and won't tell you everything when it comes to tests and assignments, unless you ask. So even if you're feeling silly about asking questions...nine times out of ten, there is someone else in the class that was thinking the same thing, and you totally saved them from having to raise their hand and maybe feel embarassed. Plus you may get brownie points with the teacher. #justsaying

6. Have a close group of friends that are always there for you

There are always those people at school who is basically friends with everyone. The one that every single group of people know and mutually like, however it's always best to have a small group of friends that you can always trust and count on. Although I've met so many incredible people in high school, I think I can say that I probably have less than a handful (so less than five) who are really close with, and I either talk to them frequently, or can catch up in a night, but they're always there. Having friends like these are the most rewarding, because even though you know and are friends with a lot of people, a small group of four or five tend to be the ones that last after high school.

7. Cafeteria food isn't always good

I will admit that cafeteria food has had a bad rap because it's almost always cold, mushy, bland, or just downright disgusting. I totally recommend going off school property to grab some food (if you haven't brought anything from home) because you are bound to find it cheaper and better. I was lucky to have a few places down the street, so it was easy to grab some food that wasn't...let's just say less appealing.

8. You really do not need a binder for each individual subject

Although it may seem organized, you seriously don't need to go out and buy eight separate binders for each subject. Not only will you be going back and forth to your locker to change it, but you'll also have a ginant bag to carry home with work. Stick to maybe two different binders, with dividers that will be able to hold most of your work. Not every class will be filled, so you'll have more room for the ones that do. Try separating from morning and afternoon classes, or classes you always have back to back. Less stress remembering, and less of a chance you'll break your back.

9. Don't study the day of the test

I've had many times where I will say I'll sudy for a test the night before, or a couple days before. I've actually had teachers create study booklets for us, so that we knew more of what was needed to remember. Of course like number one above, I woudl procrastinate and not study until the very last minute or the morning of and then simply saying "I'm just winging it." hoping that the test Gods were in my favor that day. DON'T DO IT! Take some time and actually study. You'll be surprised, but listeing to the same song, repeating the words out loud like a speech, or even chewing on gum will help you remember for testing day.

10. Never let anyone think you're less than

There will be many times where you will look at yourself and think you're not enough. How it's possible that all these people were able to find a partner, or have all these friends, or look a certain way without seeming to make an effort. Honestly, when you are out of high school, your life changes. Although you may be known as one way, you could completely change who you are once you hit college. I know I sure did, and I'm actually proud of it. So don't think you're not pretty, skinny, smart, beautiful, funny, popular, or anything else, because I am sure that you're not the only one, and you are also your own person. Be true to who you are, and your real friends will show.

The best things we seem to know after going through it, but if we all look back at who we were, would we really change anything or even a little? I'm sure there are so many things that, although we probably would have wished to change, it has actually made you the person you are today. Now whether that's good or bad is your own perspective.