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I am continuously trying as hard as i can to achieve my goals and I can honestly say that my hard work is paying off. My educational goals are to complete my senior year with a higher GPA and ACT score than I completed with my junior year. I currently maintain a 20 composite score on the ACT. Although, I have already succeeded in increasing my score 4 points I want to keep pushing forward. By increasing my ACT score I am increasing the chances of getting a higher scholarship at the university of my choice. My family and I, lost our home a few years ago and conditions haven't been the same since, by winning this scholarship I can prove to my mom that I can achieve my goals no matter what kind of conditions we live in.Growing up in tough conditions, I never really understood how …show more content…

When I took the ACT for the first time I made a 15, it was very hard and I became discouraged. I studied consistently outside of school and work. I felt that I was ready to take it again so I signed up, I was very confident about the test. When the scores returned, I was very disappointed, My test score was a 16. Last year, Every junior in the state was required to take the test at no charge because it was given by the school. I decided to study as much as possible and take it then instead of signing up and having to pay. I prepared myself daily. I took online courses, purchased ACT books, and asked for time away from work. I went in with the positive mindset in which my mom pushed me to maintain. I was very anxious afterwards. When my scores came back, I was very pleased. I made a 20 on the ACT! My mom was very proud of me and I tried so hard to make her proud and I continue to do so today. I ended the year with a 3.7 GPA and a 20 on my last ACT. Before my senior year began, I had already been accepted to one college. I aim to set an example for my little sister and anyone else who looks up to

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