personal statement- draft one
“School” has always held several meanings for this student. As a five- or six-year old, it meant playtime, nature walks, painting, and exploration. As a ten- or eleven-year old, it had become a place of ridicule, of misunderstandings, and constant feelings of inadequacy, both academically and socially. At sixteen years old, these feelings began
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My only idea is to maybe add a paragraph as to how exactly CIIS fits into your life and your ideas about school and learning. Maybe something like:
"CIIS appeals to me because they value multiple types of learning- classroom, experiential, and group experiences. This fits in with my own lived experience as a student, I've had eclectic experiences both inside traditional school rooms and in self exploration that have contributed to my education. blah blah blah"
Remember it doesn't have to be super formal or just about school. You can talk about recovery, dog walking, horses, and the other parts of who you are and how you learn through each.
Or not. Whatever you want. It's your deal. And it'll be fine either way. :)
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