My life, so far: Elizabeth McIntyre

My life, so far: Elizabeth McIntyre

Elizabeth McIntyre, Staff Reporter

Most importantly, I’m proud that I’m graduating.

— Elizabeth McIntyre

If there is one thing I would like to say to the incoming freshman it would be this: do not overestimate yourself. Not everyone goes to a four-year college. Most high school graduates end up going to local community colleges and transfer later. The work-load you give yourself in high school directly correlates to how successful you will be. Choose classes you will enjoy taking, they will be easier to study for and the work will seem more amusing. Schedule time to study and be organized with your work.

Over the last four years there are many things I missed out on that I regret now. I wish I would have started a sport freshman year. If I had dedicated myself to throwing discus in track and field two years prior to when I started junior year, I would be much better by now, plus it would have helped me make friends and stay involved in school activities. I should have gone to more sporting events and dances, these are great times with friends that I should have taken advantage of. Lastly, I wish I would have studied more. Taking the time to practice and learn by myself would have made my life way easier.

High school seems more like a blur than anything else. I was involved in the Tracy High Earth Club for three years, two years acting as president, and I was a thrower in track and field. I threw a personal record of 99 feet 8 inches, which is much farther than the 60 foot mark I started track with my junior year. I made it to the next level and have the opportunity to throw in sections. High school is not easy, in fact, it may be the most stressful and unprepared for part of adolescent life. I’ve done my part and I’m proud.

After high school, I plan on going to San Joaquin Delta College, then transferring to the University of California, Riverside. There I hope to pursue creative writing or counseling. Overall, I just want to make the world a better place. So whether I end up writing or becoming a doctor or having kids, I hope to contribute to the improvement of society.