McKenna Flannagan

High school is a time of transition, development, and learning. It’s a moment to discover who you are and what you want to do with your life. You’ll make new friends, interact with new people, and gain new knowledge. You will understand the people you wish to surround yourself by and those you don’t.

Academic and personal obstacles are common during high school, so perseverance is key. You’ll be required to exercise greater accountability and exert greater effort than ever before. Do not get caught up in the little things that seem so big at the time. Instead, take a step back and look at the big picture. This is only four years of your life, and you are still very young.

High school is an exciting and joyful period. The chance to engage in clubs, sports, and other extracurricular activities will be available to you and you should always take them when prompted. You’ll create moments that you’ll cherish forever.

For me, by the end of high school, I am ready for the next chapter in my life, to continue on and further my independence and sense of self.