{"id":2201,"date":"2014-07-08t11:00:59","date_gmt":"2014-07-08t11:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.catharsisit.com\/sat\/?p=2201"},"modified":"2015-04-14t21:40:59","modified_gmt":"2015-04-14t21:40:59","slug":"high-schoolers-guide-to-spending-your-summer-wisely","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.catharsisit.com\/hs\/gen\/high-schoolers-guide-to-spending-your-summer-wisely\/","title":{"rendered":"high schooler\u2019s guide to spending your summer wisely"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201coh, lord,\u201d you groan. \u201cnow, this blogger\u2019s gonna tell me to be\u2014shudder\u2014productive <\/em>this summer.\u201d<\/p>\n

i wish i could tell you that you\u2019re wrong\u2026<\/p>\n

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…but i can\u2019t. summer is an awesome time to have fun, but it\u2019s also such a vital period for tons of programs and activities and volunteer gigs that your mind will positively explode. it\u2019s an essential time for any high schooler to do things that are (collective groan) productive.<\/em><\/p>\n

still, though the word \u201cproductive\u201d has connotations all on its own, spending your summer wisely can only help you in the end…and it can actually be pretty fun. instead of vegetating for the next three months, try a few items on this list! this applies to incoming sophomores, juniors and<\/em> seniors.<\/p>\n

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1) find an internship<\/h2>\n

now, many internships only accept applications months in advance, but there are still others who accept new interns on a rolling basis. if you have a good idea of your college major and future occupation, find a relevant internship and work hard at it. internship opportunities can be found through already established connections (familial or otherwise) or even by a quick internet search on websites like internmatch or internships<\/a>.they\u2019re literally only a click away.<\/p>\n

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2) read!<\/h2>\n

you\u2019ve been told this since you encountered hooked on phonics in kindergarten, but really…reading is so, so vital to success\u2014not just in school, but in life. man, that sounded cheesy.<\/p>\n

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reading will help keep your mind in tip-top shape, while also providing you with valuable information and resources for the next school year (and many more school years to come). think of all the times you\u2019ll need to cite reading material\u2014on the sat, on ap exams, on in-class essays…don\u2019t just stick to required reading. if you look at the books on this awesome reading list<\/a>, for example, you\u2019ll find tons of invigorating, stimulating material which will not only keep you entertained, but also provide some worthwhile academic benefits.<\/p>\n

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3) orientations and college visits<\/h2>\n

visit those colleges that you\u2019re looking to apply to\u2014especially if you\u2019ve just completed junior year. lots of juniors do this during winter and spring break, but summer break offers even more time and even more opportunities to visit campuses near and far. this is a great way to really get a feel for the atmosphere of a college campus and its students.<\/p>\n

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4) find a job<\/h2>\n

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it really isn\u2019t as scary as it sounds! finding a job is an excellent way to prepare for your future. not only will it help you gain valuable life experience, but who doesn\u2019t like some moola? not to mention, it\u2019s a great addition to your college app\u2014a great way to show that you are committed, responsible, and not just relying on your parents to keep your wallet filled. it\u2019s even better if you can find a job doing something you enjoy or something relevant to your future career!<\/p>\n

jobs can range from small jobs at your local shopping mall or larger jobs for companies in a field you\u2019re interested in …or maybe even an online job. check out job listings on these websites<\/a>, for example\u2014or ask around locally.<\/p>\n

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5) volunteer!<\/h2>\n

volunteering is a great way to spend your summer\u2014especially if you find a job you really love. this ties into #6, but try to find a volunteer opportunity that you really enjoy\u2014maybe even something that involves your passions and interests.<\/p>\n

volunteermatch<\/a> is an excellent resource for finding local and virtual jobs according to your interests.<\/p>\n

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6) work on a big project or something that\u2019s meaningful to you<\/h2>\n

stay busy! you don\u2019t necessarily have to go to some fancy camp to make your summer impressive. set big goals for yourself, and reach for them. climb a mountain. organize a charity event. the point is to make use of your time\u2014because soon you won\u2019t have much of it.<\/p>\n

particularly for those who have a huge passion or hobby, do what you like doing\u2014and do it a lot. if you\u2019re an artist, paint like it\u2019s no one\u2019s business. maybe even sell some of your work! aim to be featured in a local art fair.<\/p>\n

if you\u2019re a programming enthusiast, code like there\u2019s no tomorrow. maybe you can start a business or look for companies which need your talent.<\/p>\n

in short, know your passion and exploit it. become very good at it. colleges enjoy seeing extracurricular focus in applicants.<\/p>\n

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7) take classes<\/h2>\n

take classes at a local college or university! this is a great opportunity to gain some experience to gain credits and learning experience in a real college environment.<\/p>\n

you can also take online classes\u2014a lot of which are completely free. again, this ties into #6. if you enjoy architecture, for example, there are plenty of free courses online on sites like edx<\/a>. the same applies to countless other fields.<\/p>\n

check out these other mooc\u2019s (massive open online courses).<\/a> there are hundreds of free online courses\u2014some of which are associated with elite universities. you can also watch countless lectures from top universities on youtube like stanford <\/a>or yale<\/a>. pretty cool if you ask me.<\/p>\n

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8) study!<\/h2>\n

i know, i know. not the funnest way to spend your summer. but for incoming juniors and seniors, this is a great opportunity to study for the sat or act if you haven\u2019t already. it\u2019s also a great time to study for any sat subject tests that you\u2019re planning on taking in autumn or winter. find a great online program<\/a> or prep school, find a tutor, or buy a prep book and study on your own!<\/p>\n

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9) start your college apps<\/h2>\n

ah, college apps! this has been mentioned in previous posts, but summer is the prime time to begin those wonderful little bundles of…terror. a great place to start is the common app supplement essays. start outlining ideas and writing your first drafts. maybe even send some drafts over to family members for feedback. check out the supplement essays for the colleges you\u2019re thinking of applying to. (remember that college list?)<\/p>\n

the more you do now, the less you\u2019ll have to worry about in the chaotic maelstrom that is first semester senior year. (and you thought second semester junior year was hard!)<\/p>\n

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10) stay physically active<\/h2>\n

don\u2019t just work out your brain! staying physically active has been scientifically proven to promote healthy brain activity and\u2014get this\u2014happiness. start healthy habits: go for a daily jog, have a nightly workout routine, take up a yoga class! \u201ci\u2019m not athletic\u201d isn\u2019t an excuse.<\/p>\n

unless you\u2019re me, that is. this is what happens when i attempt to exercise.<\/p>\n

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and before we leave: some things to be wary of…<\/p>\n

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1) \u201cprestigious\u201d summer programs<\/h2>\n

lots of students and parents become convinced that attending \u201cprestigious\u201d summer programs at prestigious universities will secure them a spot in admissions. although these programs will certainly provide an excellent experience, attending one just to add it to your college application is not a great idea. many of them are expensive, but not necessarily selective. it\u2019ll prove to college admissions officers that your parents are wealthy enough to afford such programs, but it certainly won\u2019t guarantee you a spot. enroll if you want a great experience and want to learn a lot…but don\u2019t do it just for the app!<\/p>\n

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2) short service trips<\/h2>\n

the same thing applies to service trips. a lot of people are convinced that going to africa and building some houses for a few days will look great on their college app. they go on expensive service trips just to write about it in their essay.<\/p>\n

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don\u2019t do this! this will not help your college app. there are tons of students who do this, and admissions officers will not be impressed\u2014especially if you volunteered your time, not out of your own passion, but for the sake of a checkbox on your college app. especially if you stay for a few days and leave.<\/p>\n

if you\u2019re passionate about helping people, go ahead. do something worthwhile with it. just don\u2019t think a short summer service trip will secure your chances.<\/p>\n

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takeaway<\/h2>\n

and that\u2019s it! spend your summer wisely. don\u2019t get sucked into doing things just to add to your college app…and remember to have fun! it\u2019s summer!<\/p>\n

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