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I also got a comment asking a very important  question, that is very relevant to a lot of incoming high schooler's, as well as upperclassmen. Maggie asked "How do you handle all the extracurricular activities as well as school work and a stressful school day?" well Maggie, Something my Parents have always taught me was that School work comes first, and cheer leading practice and hanging out with friends definitely comes in last. I have to admit that they do have a point, colleges look for high grades on your high school transcript. But time should always be made for extracurricular things that you enjoy because colleges look for this kind of thing also! So my advice to you is that put your school work first but don't forget the other activities you love.