<p>my grades near end of sophomore year and beginning of junior were not good because of extenuating circumstances.</p>
<p>where do you tell that to colleges in your app, or can you even?</p>
<p>or, is it not even worth it?</p>
<p>I actually don't really want to talk about it in an essay either. (about how I "overcame" it etc.)</p>
<p>Have your GC discuss it in their evaluation, things like this usually sound better coming from a 3rd party. If it’s not a reason that your GC thinks is valid, it is likely not worth mentioning on your application.</p>
<p>Definitely make sure that your counselor is aware of your circumstances and have them mention these in their recommendation. Good luck.</p>
<p>Depends on what it is. I had cancer so it had a tremendous effect on me. I wrote one essay about it and my GC included it in her letter (so I am told.) I agree with the other poster who said it sounds better coming from the GC. GOOD LUCK!!!</p>
<p>Most of my apps had an optional section where you could make note of things like this. Others are right though, a mention in a letter from a counselor is a good idea.</p>