Letter from OU

Dear Seniors,

I know you are having a hectic year and seem overwhelmed with tons of priorities. Don't give up. You are almost done and you shouldn't quit now. My counselor told me that our education has been similar to a ruler, as in we have completed 11 inches or years on that ruler and to give up all that education with just one inch left would be tragic. I hope you all realize how important it is to complete high school or all 12 inches on the ruler. I also know that senioritous is setting in and you don't want to work as hard as you use to, but find ways to motivate yourself.

Don't be afraid of the unknown after high school. For instance, college is a great experience and if you wish to pursue more education, you should definitely find a college that interests you. Also don't be worried about choosing a major so quickly, there are millions of things to do when it comes to careers, so please take your time. Find things that interest you like hobbies and people to think about along the way in order to find what you love. Get involved in organizations; they are great ways to meet people, to help your school and community, and to build your resume. Encourage your friends to join.

Important things to know if you are going to college are to be prepared, so during your senior year be sure to take the ACT if you have not already done so and apply for several colleges of your choice. Don't just apply for one thinking you will absolutely get accepted. If you apply to several you can weigh the pro's and con's of each and see which school offers the best advantages. Also apply for as many scholarships as possible, there are thousands of scholarships offered to college students. Education is expensive so ask your counselors about scholarship applications. The most important of all is to graduate! You need your diploma to enter into college no matter what year you start. So finish what you started 13 years ago and enjoy your last year of high school.

DCHS Alumni,
Kaeli