As I have one semester left of high school, I decided to give advice from the experiences I have gone through these past four years. It's scary to think that I soon will be college student.

High School isn't as scary as movies make it seem.

High school movies make it seem like students are bullied everyday. There's a popular girl dating the popular boy. High school isn't very scary as long as you do your own thing and mind your own business. Don't think every high school movie is realistic because it isn't.

Make new friends

I never really was the one to pursue new friendships. To be honest, I've always felt like a loner. Before being a tutor and spending all my time in the lit lab, I'd sit alone during lunch and that depressed me. I did sat with friends for a while, but then that friendship ended, and, once again, I was alone. If I hadn't had so much anxiety, I could've searched for new friendships.

Be Involved

Being involved is so important whether that's club or sports. It will help when filling out college applications and resumes. Besides that, you meet new people and it's a lot of fun. I wish I would've been more involved or I would've finished that activities that I didn't finish. Freshman year, I tried swimming, thinking it'd be easy because my middle school gym teacher was the coach told me I didn't need experience. It was a lie. I tried it out, but since I wasn't a good swimmer, I quit. Sophomore year, my brother suggested to do debate as it would look good on a resume. I didn't finish because I hated public speaking. Plus, I found it boring. Find something you enjoy and do it.

Try your hardest in classes

My parents always told me to do well in high school, so I could go to college and get scholarships. My grades weren't terrible, but I sure could've tried harder. I wish I tried harder and listened to my parents. Be grateful to have the opportunity to have an education.

Be careful who your trust

Not everyone is who they seem to be. I've learned this the hard way. Nothing last forever. Nothing stays the same.

Have Fun

High school only happens once-in-a-lifetime, and it goes by pretty quickly, so make sure to enjoy every moment. Attend dances, sports, and have fun!