How to spend a productive summer after my freshman year?

Pre-College Issues Summer Programs
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<p>Hey CC,</p>

<p>I am a high school freshman, who is planning how to spend this summer. My favorite subjects are math and science (specifically biology-related sciences). I applied to Ross this year, but I was rejected. Most summer programs' deadlines already passed, so now, what should I do this summer to make it productive?</p>

<p>I am thinking about four options.</p>

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<li><p>I am thinking about contacting college professors to see if I can be part of their research. Is there any advice? I heard it is very hard to get a research position, especially if I am a freshman.</p></li>
<li><p>how about taking classes at my community college?</p></li>
<li><p>is it good to take summer online course for my school? There's an economics course that is part of the graduation requirement, so should I take that?</p></li>
<li><p>Is volunteering a good option? I think this is a pretty cool thing to do, like volunteering at my local hospital. </p></li>
</ol>

<p>Are these options good for me? And how can I can try to get a research opportunity with college professors? Once again, I really enjoy math and science, and thats probably going to my major in college. </p>

<p>Thanks for reading my post, and please help me out!</p>

<p>imhisusername</p>

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<p>Since you won’t be away from home all the time, you can also start studying for the SAT. If you’re able to get it done in sophomore year you’ll save a whole lot of stress in your junior year (my opinion at least).</p>

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<p>For your options:

  1. It’s hard to get a research internship with a college professor as a high schooler, and it’ll be way harder as a freshman. And at this point, it’s a little late to start emailing.
    2 & 3 are both great options. Colleges like to see that you’re spending your summers attempting to further your education, and learning more is always good! (:
    Option 4 is also a really good option, get in your volunteer hours early so you’ll have a good amount of hours.
    Also, it’s only the summer after freshman year! Just relax, go on vacation, hang out with friends, enjoy your one truly free summer. There’s still plenty of time left.</p>