<p>Introduction - State problem, state your claim, make it creative
For example if writing about whether schools should have uniforms do not just say
Schools are debating whether or not they should implement a standard uniform for their students to wear. I support/disagree with this statement because, blah, blah, blah.</p>
<p>Try something like: Schools are not only for students to obtain an education, but they are also for students to discover their true self and the several ways in which they can express their individuality. Schools are currently debating the issue of whether or not they should implement a standard uniform upon their students because they feel it will reduce distractions (etc.). But they fail to see the other perspective: the blah blah blah </p>
<p>Of course the “Creative” intro is not that “Creative” but it will do to get a high score (>8) on the ACT</p>
<p>Supporting claim paragraph - Include examples that relate and support your claim and go into more detail about the other perspective and why it is important</p>
<p>Do not do this: Individuality is very important for a student, and one way in which they can express their individuality is by dressing how he or she choses. We live in a country that supports diversity; it is what makes it so great. However, when a school chooses to impose a regulation that limits the diversity of the student body, they are belittling a key cornerstone of our country’s democracy. </p>
<p>Try this: Expression of self is what defines our country and when regulations are imposed on students (the leaders of tomorrow) that limit this expression, how will they really know how to accept the diversity of individuality that is such a cornerstone of our country’s democracy? Yes, school’s primary purpose is for students to obtain an education, but part of this education is the pivotal step in finding out what truly makes up the world. We have read in school so many examples of books that try to display the perfect utopia: the utopia that enforces “equality”. Blah blah blah</p>
<p>If good on time add another paragraph discussing counterclaims. Refuting more counterclaims = good. By adding a separate paragraph on counterclaims, you are opening yourself up to more success and a more clear point.</p>
<p>However, if you are running out of time just put in a conclusion that states your counterclaim</p>
<p>Yes, there are valid reasons such as the reduction of distractions and the unification of a student body that may call for the implementation of a dress code, but there are far more valid reasons to not go through it. How can our leaders for tomorrow be expected to fully lead when they are not exposed to distractions and adversity, when they are not exposed to diversity, and when they are not exposed to different cultures… Etc</p>
<p>So as you can see, it just really helps to be creative and also state valid examples. </p>
<p>6-8 Scoring Essay (filling in the blahs of course)</p>
<p>Schools are debating whether or not they should implement a standard uniform for their students to wear. I support/disagree with this statement because, blah, blah, blah</p>
<p>Individuality is very important for a student, and one way in which they can express their individuality is by dressing how he or she choses. We live in a country that supports diversity; it is what makes it so great. However, when a school chooses to impose a regulation that limits the diversity of the student body, they are belittling a key cornerstone of our country’s democracy. blah blah blah</p>
<p>Conclusion</p>
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<p>Schools are not only for students to obtain an education, but they are also for students to discover their true self and the several ways in which they can express their individuality. Schools are currently debating the issue of whether or not they should implement a standard uniform upon their students because they feel it will reduce distractions (etc.). But they fail to see the other perspective: the blah blah blah </p>
<p>Expression of self is what defines our country and when regulations are imposed on students (the leaders of tomorrow) that limit this expression, how will they really know how to accept the diversity of individuality that is such a cornerstone of our country’s democracy? Yes, school’s primary purpose is for students to obtain an education, but part of this education is the pivotal step in finding out what truly makes up the world. We have read in school so many examples of books that try to display the perfect utopia: the utopia that enforces “equality”. Blah blah blah</p>
<p>Paragraph that addresses counterclaim if still good on time</p>
<p>Yes, there are valid reasons such as the reduction of distractions and the unification of a student body that may call for the implementation of a dress code, but there are far more valid reasons to not go through it. How can our leaders for tomorrow be expected to fully lead when they are not exposed to distractions and adversity, when they are not exposed to diversity, and when they are not exposed to different cultures… Etc</p>
I should try it out!</p>