College Admissions Essay: My Education As The Key To Success

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Growing up, I lived within a Mexican household with four other siblings. Although my siblings and I were born American, my parents helped us stay true to our Mexican roots. my mother and father’s goal has always been to see their children successful and have a better life than their own. Education within my household has always been important as was as the key to success. Neither of my parents were ever further their education, my mother being a mexican immigrant, never made it past the eighth grade while my father dropped out during the eleventh grade. While my family has not been through struggle to afford our basic needs, furthering my education is necessary to have a successful and bountiful life even though it means there will be difficulties to overcome. …show more content…
As a young child, I knew that one day I would go off to university so I focused on my education. In elementary and middle school, I achieved mostly perfect grades while in highschool I did reach new difficulties. During my high school, there was a point where my priorities were a bit shaken, I managed to put myself back onto the right track. All throughout my schooling career, I have earned average grades, as well as putting in my best efforts. I have as well always involved myself in extracurricular activities such as Associated Student Body and Student Advisory Council. With the help of my school as well as my own academic actions, I would like to say that I am a well rounded

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