When I first heard of the $25,000 challenge I was excited yet hesitant. It was definitely a nice change from the previous assignments; however, focusing on what qualities I possess that set me apart from the rest of my peers, deeming me worthy of such a substantial amount of money, still seems wrong. On the other hand, I, being the wonderful student that I am, must put all moral objections to the back of my magnificent mind and get on my high horse to step up to the challenge. One does not have to search high and low to find a good, no, great student. I sport a 4.0 GPA and have never made below a 95 in any of my high school courses. My behavioral record is spotless. In addition, I participate in extracurricular activities such as band. Currently sitting first chair (the best) of
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At my job I have won 8 “up-selling” contests, 6 in a row, breaking previous records held by Dwight Temple. I have also received a personal excellence award, 9 bonuses, and a raise. I have been working at this fine establishment since March. At my house we don’t get everything we want. If I want something I have to work for it, and $25,000 would be a nice change of pace. I haven’t seen my grandparents, aunts, uncles, or cousins in at least seven years. Twenty-five thousand dollars could change that. My family hasn’t been on a vacation in over four years. Twenty-five thousand dollars could change that. There are so many things both good and selfish that I could do with $25,000, and I hope that this paper has shown that I am very deserving of the money. Given the chance to receive the money, one of the first things I would like to do is purchase a portable speaker (IHome). I have speakers in my room, but they aren’t portable; I have a speaker on my phone, but it is neither loud nor clear. A portable speaker would allow me to listen to my music in any room or location at the quality that I
At my job I have won 8 “up-selling” contests, 6 in a row, breaking previous records held by Dwight Temple. I have also received a personal excellence award, 9 bonuses, and a raise. I have been working at this fine establishment since March. At my house we don’t get everything we want. If I want something I have to work for it, and $25,000 would be a nice change of pace. I haven’t seen my grandparents, aunts, uncles, or cousins in at least seven years. Twenty-five thousand dollars could change that. My family hasn’t been on a vacation in over four years. Twenty-five thousand dollars could change that. There are so many things both good and selfish that I could do with $25,000, and I hope that this paper has shown that I am very deserving of the money. Given the chance to receive the money, one of the first things I would like to do is purchase a portable speaker (IHome). I have speakers in my room, but they aren’t portable; I have a speaker on my phone, but it is neither loud nor clear. A portable speaker would allow me to listen to my music in any room or location at the quality that I