NCSSM Essay - Review / Response

College Essays
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<p>Hey guys,
So I am applying to NCSSM - not a College but a High School for Juniors and Seniors focused on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education and is one of the best schools for high schoolers focused on pursuing a career in STEM. One of the ten essays that are in the application ask a question that I am not sure how to answer. Can you please help me? This is the final essay and I want to end strong.</p>

<p>The question is below:
10) Please explain any family, socio-economic, personal, or academic adversities we should take into consideration in evaluating your application, your potential, or ability to participate in opportunities outside of the classroom.*</p>

<p>What I have written is here:
I have no family, socio-economic, personal or academic adversities that are big enough to impact my studies and my learning at NCSSM. There are no current hurdles that my family and I need to overcome, and there are no current pressing issues that will be a problem when participating in out-of-classroom activities. </p>

<p>I don't know what to write for this, because my family does not have any issues that will impact my life at NCSSM, but I don't want to say none and make it seem as if I didn't put any effort into my response. Is there any polite way that I can say that my family is not impaired economically and that we have no problems with me going to NCSSM? The essay has a 1500 character limit, which is why it's more of a paragraph than an actual essay, so don't think I'm lazy and just writing a little. ;)
Any and all help is much appreciated!
Merry Christmas!
-Tarheel3</p>

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<p>Was it optional or required?</p>

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<p>This was required.</p>

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<p>Write: “Not Applicable” </p>

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<p>My kid is at NCSSM. I’m glad to send you kid’s response to this question. Just PM me. You’re heading in the right direction. I’d just make it a little more personal.</p>

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I also have the same problem. I did my immigration and economic status that have affected me previously in my life (6-7) years ago.I’m not sure that’s correct though. Should I just do what @tarheel3 is doing?

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Thanks for the help guys, I just ended up saying that I am in good hands and I am academically strong. @CallTheLorax‌ I just listed my strengths and not my weaknesses.