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Essay and Personal Statement

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Writing your college essay and personal statement may feel overwhelming and you may not know where to start. There are lots of free resources to help students write great statements and essays. Some key elements to getting started are brainstorming ideas and writing them down. Make sure you start with a rough draft, review, revise/edit, reflect on what it says about you, revise again, edit, get feedback on your writing (peers and/or teachers) and write your final draft (always edit and reread before submitting).

More Resources:

8 Tips for Crafting Your Best College Essay – CollegeBoard

Students Speak: How I Conquered the Application Essay – CollegeBoard

Sample College Application Essay 1 and Essay 2 – CollegeBoard

Writing a personal statement– College Essay Guy

Writing supplemental essays– College Essay Guy

Common App Essay Prompts– College Essay Advisors

Recent News

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December 19, 2024

Superintendent’s Update: A Semester of Achievement

As we approach our 2024 graduation celebration, I want to take a moment to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that our approximately 2,200 graduates have demonstrated throughout their time in St. Vrain.

December 17, 2024

Registration Open for Fall 2025 Classes at the Career Elevation & Technology Center and Innovation Center

Elevate Your High School Experience: Register Now for Fall 2025 Classes at the Career Elevation and Technology Center and Innovation Center. St. Vrain Valley Schools offers numerous opportunities for students to engage more deeply in their career interests and extended learning through industry certifications, career and technical education training, advanced technology courses, and more.  Career […]

November 18, 2024

Wellness, Culture, and Safety Inventory

Dear Parents and Guardians:  We thank you and your family for being our valued partners as we work together to educate our children. Ongoing feedback is important as we strive to maintain a positive school culture where students thrive and succeed.  In order to learn more about the climate within St. Vrain Valley Schools, every […]

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