I would like feedback before I submit my short essay! I went above the limit and I'm not sure if that would affect me.. DEADLINE JULY 13
Describe your neighborhood and how it impacts who you are. Limited to 300 words
Memories from my childhood lay within the smaller part of Burnet, Texas, a tiny run-down neighborhood consisting of old dingy homes and lifeless plants seem quite depressing. Lacking diversity, one would find only Hispanics within the area. An enormous Catholic church, a big tourist attraction, borders my unpleasant and unknown neighborhood. Some people often refer my neighborhood as "ghetto" or one of those bad neighborhoods you would not let your child walk alone in. I can somewhat agree, but I personally believe it just needs improvement much like other things in this world.
Most of my neighbors will openly speak of their poor education and mention how they were unable to attend college due to its skyrocketing fees and simply following the wrong path. Most children, as well as teenagers in my neighborhood, tend to follow in their parents' footsteps of not finding education important. Hearing my neighbors' stories makes me realize how important furthering my education is. My family and I struggle as it is, if I can eliminate those burdens I will do whatever it takes. I will study for endless hours and go to school for years just to have a better life for my family and me.
I have always said anyone can achieve success if they are willing to put in the long hours of work. Determination and perseverance is the key. I have never let where I come from affect where I am going but rather use it as motivation. Someday I will come back to my hometown and make it amazing. The people will be inspired and yearn for knowledge. Growing up in this environment has illuminated the light bulb in my head and encouraged me to strive for change. I envision a neighborhood full of color and spirit where the people are educated in both academic and non-academic materials. I picture my neighborhood coming together to get kids off the street and into school to better their lives. In the future I hope to change their perspective so that they know anything is possible.
Describe your neighborhood and how it impacts who you are. Limited to 300 words
Memories from my childhood lay within the smaller part of Burnet, Texas, a tiny run-down neighborhood consisting of old dingy homes and lifeless plants seem quite depressing. Lacking diversity, one would find only Hispanics within the area. An enormous Catholic church, a big tourist attraction, borders my unpleasant and unknown neighborhood. Some people often refer my neighborhood as "ghetto" or one of those bad neighborhoods you would not let your child walk alone in. I can somewhat agree, but I personally believe it just needs improvement much like other things in this world.
Most of my neighbors will openly speak of their poor education and mention how they were unable to attend college due to its skyrocketing fees and simply following the wrong path. Most children, as well as teenagers in my neighborhood, tend to follow in their parents' footsteps of not finding education important. Hearing my neighbors' stories makes me realize how important furthering my education is. My family and I struggle as it is, if I can eliminate those burdens I will do whatever it takes. I will study for endless hours and go to school for years just to have a better life for my family and me.
I have always said anyone can achieve success if they are willing to put in the long hours of work. Determination and perseverance is the key. I have never let where I come from affect where I am going but rather use it as motivation. Someday I will come back to my hometown and make it amazing. The people will be inspired and yearn for knowledge. Growing up in this environment has illuminated the light bulb in my head and encouraged me to strive for change. I envision a neighborhood full of color and spirit where the people are educated in both academic and non-academic materials. I picture my neighborhood coming together to get kids off the street and into school to better their lives. In the future I hope to change their perspective so that they know anything is possible.
