Dilley FFA

Why did you decide to enroll in the Early College Program?

To get ahead of my education and save money.

It was a great opportunity to jump start my future.

It seemed like a fantastic opportunity to test myself, and also get a grasp for college with earning of college hours.

To get ahead in college with an associates degree.

What was your greatest challenge in the program?

Juggling college work with other high school classes. Especially tough Junior year since we were taking 5 college classes, and had 8 class periods.

It was difficult to manage college work and still participate in high school activities.

Junior year was the hardest with the amount of work that felt insurmountable. With appropriate time management it was possible.

The work flow and trying to get used to the course material.

What advice would you give to students entering the program?

Do your work. Do not leave for last minute cause it will be a pain to get it done.

Find your mix of college work and relaxation, because it will be one hectic semester.

Keep pushing through even when it seems hard. Don’t procrastinate because it will only cause more stress. It will be worth it in the end.

Do not second guess yourself and what you are capable of. No matter how difficult it gets, it will pay off in the end.

Study, do flash cards, do study sessions with friends.

Push yourself and always ask questions. Take a chance, but never quit.

Don’t give up, it will be worth it in the end and do not settle for less that what you deserve.