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Sam
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Gaithersburg, Maryland
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What should a graduating senior do during their summer leading up to their college freshman year??
2025 Graduating Senior in Maryland, going to community college, transfer
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Paloma Berry
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Hi Sam. Awesome question! The summer before college is a perfect time to relax and get ready. Here’s how you can enjoy both:
1. Take a Breather
- **Relax and recharge.** You’ve finished high school—celebrate this achievement!
- **Travel or take short trips** if you can. Explore new places and enjoy some adventure before college starts.
2. Prep for Adulting
- **Learn basic life skills**: Get comfortable with things like laundry, budgeting, grocery shopping, and cooking a few meals.
- **Handle paperwork**: Take care of health insurance info, ID, banking, and school forms.
- **Get a part-time job or internship**: It’s a great way to earn some money and learn responsibility.
3. Get College-Ready
- **Connect with your roommate** if you have one, and decide who’s bringing what.
- **Buy dorm essentials**: Grab sheets, towels, school supplies, and more. You can find helpful checklists online.
- **Review academic stuff**: If you need it, do a quick refresh on subjects like math or writing.
- **Attend orientation** either virtually or in person to get familiar with your new school.
4. Social & Mental Prep
- **Spend time with family and friends** before everything changes.
- **Start building a support system**: Follow your college on social media and join chats with other new students.
- **Set personal goals**: Think about what you want from college, both socially and academically.
5. Optional, but Cool
- **Start a journal or blog** to capture your journey to college.
- **Volunteer or give back** to your community before you leave.
- **Read books** that inspire you or relate to college life or your future major.
1. Take a Breather
- **Relax and recharge.** You’ve finished high school—celebrate this achievement!
- **Travel or take short trips** if you can. Explore new places and enjoy some adventure before college starts.
2. Prep for Adulting
- **Learn basic life skills**: Get comfortable with things like laundry, budgeting, grocery shopping, and cooking a few meals.
- **Handle paperwork**: Take care of health insurance info, ID, banking, and school forms.
- **Get a part-time job or internship**: It’s a great way to earn some money and learn responsibility.
3. Get College-Ready
- **Connect with your roommate** if you have one, and decide who’s bringing what.
- **Buy dorm essentials**: Grab sheets, towels, school supplies, and more. You can find helpful checklists online.
- **Review academic stuff**: If you need it, do a quick refresh on subjects like math or writing.
- **Attend orientation** either virtually or in person to get familiar with your new school.
4. Social & Mental Prep
- **Spend time with family and friends** before everything changes.
- **Start building a support system**: Follow your college on social media and join chats with other new students.
- **Set personal goals**: Think about what you want from college, both socially and academically.
5. Optional, but Cool
- **Start a journal or blog** to capture your journey to college.
- **Volunteer or give back** to your community before you leave.
- **Read books** that inspire you or relate to college life or your future major.
Thank you so much for your input!
Sam