ESSAY PREP
FOR JUNIORS
Essay Prep for Juniors uses insights derived from the six Common App essay questions to provide juniors with a framework for exploring transformational insight and self-actualization through writing.
HOW IT
WORKS.
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The program begins with a discussion of how the first month’s theme (“Who Am I?”) relates to the first Common App essay prompt
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Students write a ~100 word journal entry related to that theme (e.g., "who do I most want to be in four years?)
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The next week, we have a 30-minute meeting to discuss these journal entries and expand on ideas which the students can then write about in their next journal entry
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We repeat this weekly, switching essay prompts each month
Opportunity For
Mentorship
Using active, empathetic listening, I provide guidance on how students can use college essay questions to spark their imaginations.
Fostering a Free Flow of Ideas
Early on, there is no formal writing instruction; the goal is to encourage sincere, candid written communication from the students, even if it is grammatically informal. I provide tips on tools such as voice-to-text that make it easier for them to keep journaling.
Building Positive Habits
Students write approximately 100 words every other week as a journaling exercise.
Gradual
Improvement
As students progress and gain confidence, I begin to offer writing instruction. By senior year, when they are ready to apply to college, I help them with their college application essays.
Weekly
Check-Ins
I meet with students weekly to discuss their written ideas and offer support and guidance.
Maximizing
Impact
I partner with existing mentoring organizations and provide ongoing training and support to their mentees in a pro-bono capacity. I am currently working with several partners to roll out the program. I would love to partner with your organization too!