i want to be ahead of the game to have an impressive college application..but im twelve?

Question

hi.
im twelve years old. almost thirteen and i have so many different passions. singing, ballet, competitive debate, politics, communications, and journalism. The last three are the career choices i have. I've realized that it takes more than perfect grades to get into the most prestigious colleges. To get a head start on a long term project this summer, i was thinking that i should start volunteering, and it seems my options are limited. hospital, animal shelter, or a nursing home. i want to volunteer somewhere where i can LEARN and where i can be taken seriously and valued for my opinions and knowledge. i have no desire to chat on the computer as my friends do this summer, but it seems no one expects me to do more than just that. i do not want my young mind to go to waste without helping at least some people. please help.

Answer 1

You are well on your way to getting into an awesome college. It sounds like you have your head on your shoulders. Some things you might want to consider are:
1. Extracurricular activities in and out of school. I see you are thinking about volunteering. That is great. I would consider using my passions (singing, debate, ballet) in school as well. Become a member of clubs that hold your interests. If you can, assume leadership within those clubs.
2. Have you ran for a student office. Here we call it SGA or Student Government Association. If your middle school has it, you should run. I would go for this in high school as well. This would look good if you are considering a career involving politics.
3. When you get older, consider getting a part-time job. Colleges like to see students who are motivated and take charge of their own finances. It also demonstrates a good work ethic.
4. When you get into high school, see if your school offers classes that can be taken at a local college. This will give you credit going into the school of your choice, show the colleges that you mean business, and it will help prepare you for a taste of college-level classes.
5. Since you are interested in politics and communication/journalism, consider helping out or sitting in with the party of your choice during the next elections. You could also request permission to be an intern at a local television station with a reporter. These things would help you determine if you are focused on your career decisions.

The most important advice I can give you is...don't forget to be a kid! You are going to have many years to live as an adult. I know you are ready to plunge into your future, but ready or not it will come. Take time to be with your friends and enjoy being young!

Answer 2

Let me tell you something. Check out your local hospital, local vet clinic, shelters(children,animal,senior.homeless)...that is all you need to do.

But, I have a great Idea for you. Every summer what you need to do is start taking a class at a community college. Meaning start taking college courses and guess WHAT? You can skip freshman year of college and be a sophamore directly. Every summer slowly take 1 G.E class.
So start with:
History
Art
Anthroplogy
English..and math and just start.
Things you will need in college and get ahead of the game.

Answer 3

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