Question for graded writing sample

Prep School Admissions
1

Which one to choose:
an almost full score history essay.

Or a creative writing highly praised by English teacher for the style/language but only given B+ due to missed one requirement.

Thanks.

2

It wasn’t on the SAO application forms but Emma Willard asked specifically for an analytic essay on its admissions website, not creative writing.

I don’t recall seeing guidance from other schools.

3

Whichever essay demonstrates mature analytical thought should be submitted,in my opinion.

Nevertheless, creative intelligence is highly valued at most schools.

In short, both are great options.

4

Be happy that you are lucky enough to have options.

My kid had a lazy ela teacher who pre-covid had the kids grade their own papers. Kid just submitted one of their self-graded papers with a note explaining the teacher’s policy.

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5

If both fulfill the requirements of the request, choose the one YOU think best represents your ability.

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6

It is true that I am lucky. Both the history and Enlish teachers are great this year. Good teachers are hard to expect. Thank you so much for answering.

7

Thanks.

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8

There is no specific requirement. But I will definitely check it out again. Thanks for your hint.

9

Thank you.

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