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I'm sure you've all heard me talking about the Presidential Classroom camp I want to do this summer :)
I received the scholarship info, and have been working on the application for it.
They request an essay of one page long describing how participation in a Pres. Class. program will help you achieve your educational and career goals. Giving example(s) of your educational and/or community leadership that would make you an outstanding Pres. Class. scholar.
The scholarship is for half tuition so I need it in order to go. I was hoping ya'll could help me out by reading it, and critiqing it, especially those of you who have already gone through this kind of stuff before.
Look here<">>here< for a link describing the program
I first learned of Presidential Classroom last fall. I remember thinking, “Wow! I wish I could do that!” Presidential Classroom caught my attention against the plethora of college mail I have received because of its acute correlation with the direction I would like my life to take. The program I was, and still am, most interested in is the Future World Leaders Summit (FWLS). During college, I plan to study abroad and on double majoring in International Relations and French. After college, I plan on working in related fields, possibly diplomacy, education, or international business. The FWLS provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me to experience working on an international scale, while I am still in high school.
Traveling abroad last summer initially sparked my interest in international relations. This interest has grown since, and attending the FWLS would allow it to expand further. During my trip abroad, I had the opportunity to travel and teach in Hungary and the Czech Republic. I went with a group of six students and six adults to teach at an English camp in Pécs, Hungary. During the ten-day camp, I stayed with a host family and personally experienced the Hungarian lifestyle and culture. We then stayed at a student hostel in Budapest for four days. In Budapest, we took tours of the city’s historical sites, attended an operetta and traveled the Danube River by night. We finished our trip in Prague, Czech Republic. We spent our free time exploring the city by foot, visiting the Holocaust Museum, and eating traditional Czech foods. During this amazing trip, my interest in other cultures grew exponentially and I know that the FWLS will affect my life in a similar way.
During my high school career, I have taken challenging classes, including advanced placement United States history, advanced placement psychology, advanced English classes, newspaper and practical law. I took the AP U.S. History exam, and scored a five, the highest possible score. I take school seriously because I know that education opens the door to experiences like Presidential Classroom.
In addition to my schoolwork, I dedicate much of my time to extra-curricular activities. I run cross-country and track and I am an active member of Student Council, Future Business Leaders of America, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Forensics, Mock Trial, French Club, and National Honor Society. While participating in extra-curricular activities I maintain a 4.084 grade point average, and hold a part time job. Participating, and holding leadership positions, in these extra-curriculars has widened my personal paradigm and has allowed me to experience things I never thought I would, such as placing fourth in a state wide multimedia presentation for Future Business Leaders of America.
My varied experiences in school and travels in Europe reflect my interests and my dedication. My well-developed interest in international relations and politics, as well as my strong personal social skills will allow me to arrive in Washington D.C. ready to work with my fellow presidential classroom scholars with comfort and ease. My long hours working diligently on my class work and extra-curricular activities have prepared me for the challenges of the FWLS experience. By participating in FWLS, working on Communiqués, attending seminars, and, most importantly, meeting students from all over the world I will be exceptionally prepared for college and for a life of thinking on a global scale.
I'm sure you've all heard me talking about the Presidential Classroom camp I want to do this summer :)
I received the scholarship info, and have been working on the application for it.
They request an essay of one page long describing how participation in a Pres. Class. program will help you achieve your educational and career goals. Giving example(s) of your educational and/or community leadership that would make you an outstanding Pres. Class. scholar.
The scholarship is for half tuition so I need it in order to go. I was hoping ya'll could help me out by reading it, and critiqing it, especially those of you who have already gone through this kind of stuff before.
Look here<">>here< for a link describing the program
I first learned of Presidential Classroom last fall. I remember thinking, “Wow! I wish I could do that!” Presidential Classroom caught my attention against the plethora of college mail I have received because of its acute correlation with the direction I would like my life to take. The program I was, and still am, most interested in is the Future World Leaders Summit (FWLS). During college, I plan to study abroad and on double majoring in International Relations and French. After college, I plan on working in related fields, possibly diplomacy, education, or international business. The FWLS provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me to experience working on an international scale, while I am still in high school.
Traveling abroad last summer initially sparked my interest in international relations. This interest has grown since, and attending the FWLS would allow it to expand further. During my trip abroad, I had the opportunity to travel and teach in Hungary and the Czech Republic. I went with a group of six students and six adults to teach at an English camp in Pécs, Hungary. During the ten-day camp, I stayed with a host family and personally experienced the Hungarian lifestyle and culture. We then stayed at a student hostel in Budapest for four days. In Budapest, we took tours of the city’s historical sites, attended an operetta and traveled the Danube River by night. We finished our trip in Prague, Czech Republic. We spent our free time exploring the city by foot, visiting the Holocaust Museum, and eating traditional Czech foods. During this amazing trip, my interest in other cultures grew exponentially and I know that the FWLS will affect my life in a similar way.
During my high school career, I have taken challenging classes, including advanced placement United States history, advanced placement psychology, advanced English classes, newspaper and practical law. I took the AP U.S. History exam, and scored a five, the highest possible score. I take school seriously because I know that education opens the door to experiences like Presidential Classroom.
In addition to my schoolwork, I dedicate much of my time to extra-curricular activities. I run cross-country and track and I am an active member of Student Council, Future Business Leaders of America, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Forensics, Mock Trial, French Club, and National Honor Society. While participating in extra-curricular activities I maintain a 4.084 grade point average, and hold a part time job. Participating, and holding leadership positions, in these extra-curriculars has widened my personal paradigm and has allowed me to experience things I never thought I would, such as placing fourth in a state wide multimedia presentation for Future Business Leaders of America.
My varied experiences in school and travels in Europe reflect my interests and my dedication. My well-developed interest in international relations and politics, as well as my strong personal social skills will allow me to arrive in Washington D.C. ready to work with my fellow presidential classroom scholars with comfort and ease. My long hours working diligently on my class work and extra-curricular activities have prepared me for the challenges of the FWLS experience. By participating in FWLS, working on Communiqués, attending seminars, and, most importantly, meeting students from all over the world I will be exceptionally prepared for college and for a life of thinking on a global scale.