My sophomore year, after my friends recommendation, I decided to join Titan Shield and it soon became my second home.
On my friends' recommendation, I joined Titan Shield during my sophomore year and soon it became my second home.Even though it is only a high school newspaper, Titan Shield serves as an outlet for me to convey my ideas and express my creativity in
a professional, yet unique
ways.manner.My time-management skills were constantly tested as I had to meet printing deadlines at all hours, resulting in many late nights.
.... this is a strong sentence. :)
Overall, I think this is a good response. Wish you good luck with your application!