<p>First off, I am African (not African American, just plain African - my parents were both born and raised there). I go to a public math and science academy, and I'm in 9th grade. I'm applying for 10th grade. Right now, I'm taking French 3 (92), World History (96), Biology (93), Geometry (88), and Honors English (90). I haven't taken the SSAT yet but I test really well so I think I'll do fine.
I take dance classes right now. I was involved rigorously with drama for two years in middle school. I've been in my school's French club for two years running. I'm also in the ballroom dancing club, Operation Smile (organization to raise money for children's oral surgeries), verge (youth church club), and the Stop Hunger Now club. I plan on doing drama this year too. The only thing is I'm not big on sports. As for community service, I plan on doing a few walks for charities, and volunteer for the local SPCA and possibly at a soup kitchen. I'm also donating money to Operation Smile as part of my Christmas.
The thing is, I went to a really.. uncaring school for middle school. In my early formative years, I had teachers who didn't care about my success, graded unfairly, and didn't provide the nurturing environment school should be - which is one of the reasons I want to go to boarding school. That resulted in mostly B's, a few A's, and a C here and there. I know I could've done better. I'm worried my middle school transcript will greatly affect my chances of getting into boarding school.
My parents can pay for about 1/4 of the tuition, but that's definitely pushing it. So I'll need about 3/4 financial aid.
My top choices are SPS, Episcopal High School, Deerfield, Taft, Hill, and Brooks. But if you feel I'd fit in better somewhere else, let me know. :)
Thanks! xo</p>
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