Sample Lowell Application

Jane Smith (Not based on any one particular person)
Lowell Activities Sheet

Orchestra

6th to 8th Grade (2007-2010)

Participated in the School Orchestra; Play Violin

Solo 7th Grade Winter Concert

 

7th to 8th Grade (2008-2010)

Cesar Chavez Club

Participated in Community Service Activities at MLK—7th grade participated in food drive. 

6th to 8th Grade (2007-2010)

Pitcher Girls’ Softball Team

Co Captain 8th Grade

 

6th to 8th Grade (2007-2010)

Anytown Church Youth Group-Treasurer—Responsible for fund raising and tracking monies for the Youth Group


Computer Skills

Microsoft Word; Photoshop; Helped create school web site. 

Languages

Fluent in Russian and English


Extenuating Circumstances

I am an immigrant from Russia.  I came to the US 3 years ago.  My family and I did not know any English.  In 6th grade I was struggling with English and did not do well in school. I wanted to give up because English was hard for me and I did not think I could learn and be successful in America.  However, my English teacher believed in me and helped me (by talking very slowly and adjusting my assignments) adjust to school in this country.  I decided I would work very hard and not give up. In 7th grade, my English improved and I have been a 4.0 student every quarter.

Demonstrated Ability to Overcome Hardship

            I have been in this country for 4 years and I have maintained a 4.0 since 7th grade.  I did not know any English and could not understand anything.  However, I worked very hard and am successful.  

My dad is a single parent.  He works very hard, cleaning offices at night, to support my 2 younger sisters and me.  I am the oldest and feel responsible to help my dad with housework and taking care of my sisters.  I also have to teach my father English so he can go back to school and get a better job to give us a better life.