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  Help with Essays

For very detailed assistance, see "Essay Writing" under the "OUR SERVICES" heading.

Tips for Writing College Essays

  • Consider the process (Application, interview, essay)

  • Think about the question and the audience before you write, then answer the question.

  • Use clear, direct language, and keep it concise

  • Plan ahead

  • Proof Read

  • Check for grammar and spelling errors

  • Ask for assistance

    1. Have a teacher, a counselor, your parent, or come to the Futures Program to have your essay proofread.

    2. Be prepared to re-write

What are colleges looking for in an essay?

  • Individual, creative thinking

  • Intellectual curiosity

  • Confidence in self-expression

  • Insight into self

  • Vitality, "lively-mind"

  • Humor

REMEMBER: This is your chance to stand out!



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  Calendar of Events  

 Friday, August 06, 2010

Registration deadline for the September 11, 2010 ACT Test


 Saturday, August 07, 2010

Late registration for the September 11, 2010 ACT Test. Late fee required. Late period is August 7 - 20, 2010.


 Monday, August 23, 2010

Welcome Students - Classes begin!


 Friday, September 10, 2010

Registration deadline for the October 9, 2011 SAT & Subject Tests.


 Friday, September 17, 2010

Registration deadline for the October 23, 2010 ACT Test


 Saturday, September 18, 2010

Late registration for the October 23, 2010 ACT test. Late fee required. Late period is September 18 - October 1, 2010.


 Friday, September 24, 2010

Late registration for the October 9, 2011 SAT & Subject Tests. Late fee required.



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