First post — Chance me for Phillips Andover, Exeter, and Deerfield
I know my chances are low bc I have no awards and stuff but I’m gonna try
Please say what you think I could improve on
(10th Grade Applicant, Possibly Repeating 9th)
Demographics
Female
Black and Hispanic
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Public school: Massachusetts
Academics
Honors Spanish
Honors Math
Honors History
Physics
Advanced Summer algebra 2
Significant grade improvement over time
Earlier middle school grades included some Bs and Cs
Freshman year grades stronger with an upward trend
Interested in STEM, neuroscience, economics, and public policy
Testing
PSAT: 1480…
Extracurriculars
5+ years of competitive and sideline cheerleading (Grand champ & national champ)
Volunteer mentor for students with disabilities
HOSA member
DECA involvement
Regular community service @ youth center & church (about 50 hours total)
Starting initiatives related to ADHD awareness and support for neurodivergent students
FOUNDED educational nonprofit focused on ADHD, executive functioning, and STEM access (10 students onboarded)
8-5 working as a part time teacher aide at Sci camp with 3-5 yr olds all summer
Leadership
Mentoring younger students
Nonprofit as mentioned before
Personal Background
Diagnosed with ADHD
Strong interest in educational equity and helping students with learning differences
Mixed-race background has shaped perspective on identity and belonging
Family Responsibilities
Regularly cook dinners and help prepare meals for family
Serve as a Spanish-English translator for grandmother and family members when navigating appointments, paperwork, and everyday communication
Assist with family responsibilities and household support
Worked at family business managing simple admin work and managing phone calls