Personal Essay: How Gibby Changed My Life

Everyone has turning points in life that can change them completely and sometimes it changes many others with them. Melba, Jackie, and Feng Ru changed their countries because they had a turning point in life and those turning points that they had are found from the resources” I Never Had It Made” by Jackie Robinson, “ The Father Of Chinese Aviation” by Rebecca Maksel, and “ Warriors Don’t Cry “ by Melba Pattillo Beals. Melba, Jackie, and Feng Ru all faced challenges but those challenges led them to a greater good that changed their countries. Jackie Robinson changed the way that people look at him and his race because he was a great ballplayer ,even though he was the first African American to play in the major league baseball. Jackie Robinson

Amy Batagower is entering the University of Delaware this coming fall. She comes from an Israeli family with two older brothers. Amy is very involved in her school academics, as well as in the jewish community. She recently just graduated with high honor roll with a GPA of 4.0. Amys’ drive and dedication to fulfill the goals she sets are extremely prevalent. Her drive to get things done is exemplary. Her work in Judaic studies was astonishing, she went from not knowing any hebrew to reading and writing it. Amy is very loving and caring young lady. She will literally drop everything she is doing to help a friend in need. Amy’s neshama is truly something special. Her sense of ahavas yisroel is astounding. She's blessed with having a kind characteristic

Erika is part of National Honors Society because of her outstanding achievements these past few years. She’s been able to show great, qualities, involvement and pride as a Streamwood High School student. Erika is an exemplary student and peer to many around her. She is respectful and responsible. Her pride is shown through events that she helped organize such as the “Teacher's Appreciation Week Entrance Welcoming” and her participation in the Streamwood High School Marching Band and Streamwood High School Pep Band. Though she believes that school spirit is very important she also knows that school is all about education and learning. This is why she is not only involved around the community ,but also maintains a 4.0 GPA and will never accept

Education and learning has been something that has fascinated me from an early age. This fascination has encouraged me to strive for the best. Throughout high school, I have managed to maintain a 3.5 GPA while participating in extracurricular activities and organizations such as Lewisville High School’s JV Dance/Drill Team, Varsity Theatre, Speech/Debate, National Honor Society, and Student Council. Along with my school involvement I have been working part-time at Chick Fil A for two years.

Allison is a sophomore at Seminole High School in Pinellas County. She has never received a grade other than an A and has been on the Dean’s List in school since the third grade. She is currently ranked first in her class (1 out of 506) and carries at 4.64 weighted GPA. To the point, during the 3rd report period she earned a 100% or higher in five of her seven classes, including her AP classes. She is currently taking two AP classes in addition to her other Honors classes and will be taking Dual Enrollment and four AP classes next year as

Melba Pattillo Beals, was one of the first African-American students to go to Little Rock Central High School, she and her Eight friends then came to be the "Little Rock Nine". While they were at school, only a few other students behaved/acted normal around them. Most days Melba would be worried if she was going to get hurt, when she was most-likely going to have to all the segregationists' telling the other student's to do so. She went through hard times until the soldiers came, but even they couldn't stop everything that was happening. When the soldiers left, she was scared, but after a while, Melba held her head high, and moved on, and became stronger and braver. I face challenges every day that are similar to Melba. One challenge is when

Academically, Ms. Wilson has stood out as a student that values her education. Her hard work and dedication to assist others in need

Fabiola was a student in my sixth grade class during the 2013-14 school year at Roosevelt Elementary School. She has a great attitude and a positive spirit. Fabiola maintained good grades, worked very hard each day, and enjoyed contributing to classroom discussions. Fabiola would ask for help when needed and always seemed to have a pleasant outlook on things. She is not afraid to “speak up” or to share in front of a group of peers. I think these are positive traits that will help her in the future.

She is a born leader, and works excellently in groups and frequently pushes her groups to reach their goals. Furthermore, I have rarely seen a student more respectful to both teachers and her peers than Georgia. She is a very social person, and is both outgoing and funny. Georgia is also exceptionally creative. She is always pushing herself to look at challenges and assignments in a different way and it always pays off, especially when writing essays and in other written assignments, as she is an amazing writer. The characteristics that Georgia has demonstrated throughout her entire high school career have prepared her for the upcoming challenge of collegiate academics. I am certain she will approach these new opportunities with the same persistency and drive for excellence that she applies to all of her endeavors, especially as she challenges herself with the new learning experiences and community that are available in the college setting. To conclude, Georgia is an extraordinary student and person, and I recommend her to this school with my highest regards. Sincerely, Georgia Beckmann Head of College Counselling Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Collegiate

Kendra Lim is a cheerful Husky senior at Chino Hills High School this year. She looks up to her mom and other family members, as she knows that they are always working hard to support her. Kendra is majoring in mathematics in college. She enjoys the feeling of euphoria when she is finally able to solve a complicated problem and understand the material. She is the most stressed before deadlines, but she maintains a positive outlook. She finds that stress keeps her motivated to always try harder and do her best. Many seniors are already getting the dreaded senioritis, but Kendra aims to finish strong. Senior grades still count, and she wants to carry good habits and a positive mindset with her to college. Kendra is really excited to go

Vanessa is a first generation student who has many responsibilities at home including taking care of her younger sister. She is committed to her studies and is excited to start college and obtain a career to help support her family. She knows that her grades and her ACT score are not the best. She explained that Math and Science has always been hard subject for her. She mentioned that it was hard understating teacher and the environment at home was stressful with mom working and she having take on a lot of things. She knowledge’s that she should of stayed after school more to get more help from teachers. Junior year obtain an “F” in Trigonometry and had to attend night school to make up for her failing grade. She eventually obtain a “C”.

It is with great pleasure that I recommend Sydnee Yeager for admission to your college. I have acted as Sydnee’s school counselor for the past three years now. One of my first experiences with Sydnee was generating her freshman year schedule. She was quite nervous to start the high school but transitioned quite well. Over the years, her skills and passion for learning have certainly prepared her for all future goals she has set in place. Her personality shines, and she has no problem connecting with her peers and faculty members. She is a joy to be around.

Rachel’s academic and personal growth will surely flourish in the GSSM environment of academic excellence where she will receive encouragement and support to realize her true aptitude.

Monica is an exceptional student. Throughout her high school career she has strived to challenge herself academically by taking many dual credit and honors courses. She is globally minded and I have no doubt that she will succeed at Minerva and throughout her life. Monica is an exceptional student. Throughout her high school career she has strived to challenge herself academically by taking many dual credit and honors courses. She is globally minded and I have no doubt that she will succeed at Minerva and throughout her life. Monica is an exceptional student. Throughout her high school career she has strived to challenge herself academically by taking many dual credit and honors courses. She is globally minded and I have no doubt that she will

Citlalli is currently a Sophomore in college and one of the smartest people I’ve ever met. Not to mention her 4.1 GPA and her passion for soccer and school. I look up to her, she’s my role model. I witnessed her struggle to attend college. Although she would manage to maintain her grades and activities, no college would accept her