College Prep Reflection

When beginning my application and starting to consider what to write, I began to evaluate all my attributes and my reasoning for wanting to join the Depaul College Prep community, I was at a loss. It was not necessarily a humbleness, but more of a lack of reflection. When I began to contemplate who I am as a student and as a person I began to understand just how much I could contribute to a community like Depaul College Prep.
Beginning when I was a kid, I was the loudest voice in the room and an ever standing presence, but not until recently did I begin to channel those traits into a more positive state of being. In my current school, I began to get involved in our student government group, and within one term I became the school president. Since November of 2017 I took charge and built an amazing group with involvement from students who struggled to even turn in assignments. The most recent fundraiser we held during a parent visiting weekend, our group raised over 380$ in two days. I have a ceaseless drive to help my school and my

peers become the best we can be. While beginning this essay, I sought out help from my English teacher who encouraged my to also mention that with every assignment I am not afraid go above and beyond, so I can rise to my full potential. Jerome Bruner once talked about the idea the American students should go beyond the information they are given, and I feel as if I strongly live by that philosophy.
I also believe that it is important that in a school setting no kid should go unenounced, I feel as if every student has a valuable contribution and voice in their community.

This is something I could exemplify. I am extremely friendly and kind, and can offer a lot of encouragement for peers. I also have a considerable amount of respect for authority and adults. A primary factor I can bring to depaul college prep is religious diversity. I was raised in a Jewish household, immersed in Jewish culture. I still feel strongly connected to my faith, but I also feel a sort of eagerness to learn about new faiths and practicing. I feel that most monotheistic religions have similar morals and beliefs with different practices. I think it is important to see less of the differences, and more of the similarities within different cultures and religions. I would love to learn more about Catholicism, and help others understand more about

Judaism.
When looking at schools, Depaul College Prep felt like an obvious answer for me. From talking to peers and scouting out every inch of your website,I know that The supportive learning environment, the size of the school, the school's values, the athletics and groups, the support nearing college, and the mission and vision are all vital for my growth as a student and scholar. I heavily resonate with your vision, and I even briefed on it in my last paragraph. The mission and vision of depaul college prep is everything I'm looking for in an education.
My education and my family are the two most important themes in my life, so finding a school that is right for me can keep me on track for a prosperous life. I feel as if I have a lot to offer depaul college prep, and I feel like depaul college prep has a lot to offer me.