Froshcomm Personal Statement

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As an avid member of my middle school community, I always take any opportunity to lead, encourage and impact my fellow students. Through leadership roles such as school wide sergeant at arms, sergeant at arms of my TSA chapter, and secretary of NEHS as well as participation in activities such as Science Olympiad, Odyssey of the Mind, and X-STEM, I’ve been able to successfully reach my goals by reinforcing teamwork, commitment, and enjoyment. If selected to participate in froshcomm, I guarantee that I will provide an immense amount of effort and time to obtain the most enjoyable homecoming for my fellow peers. Additionally, throughout my various leadership positions and participation in clubs, I’ve attained many valuable skills and characteristics

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