Taking on a rigorous course schedule can help prepare you for college and real-life.
In high school, challenging yourself academically is undoubtedly important to self-growth and increasing chances for getting into many in-state and out-of-state universities.
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"Participate in school activities! Go to football games, go to athletic events, go to school concerts or plays, you won't regret it and there are only so many before high school is up," by Senior Kyle Alvarez
"Be nice to everybody. Even if you think they aren't a person you'd be friends with, you never know what you might have in common. Branch out and meet new people," by Senior Kate Kugler
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