Joshua Shaffer 250 Charter Way Vacaville, CA 95687 (707)448-8825 Senior Portfolio Committee Buckingham Charter Magnet High

School 188 Bella Vista Rd Vacaville, CA 95687 Senior Portfolio Committee: I appreciate you taking the time to look over my application for approval of my senior portfolio. I hope that you will accept this application which will allow me to graduate from high school and further my education by working toward a bachelor degree at a university. During my experience at BCMHS, I feel that I have gained a significant amount of knowledge that has prepared me for the future and increased my determination. Throughout this time, I have worked hard in order to acquire knowledge in different subject areas that will enable me to move forward. I believe that this shows in the grades that I have consistently received during my time here. In addition, the jobs and extracurricular activities I have taken part in, such as volunteer hours tutoring, have prepared me for future positions where I may work with others as part of a team. Most importantly, I hope that you recognize my appreciation for my experiences here at BCMHS and my readiness to move forward in my educational experience. By accepting this application, I will be able to continue my education at a four year college. With the excellent work ethic I have obtained here at BCMHS, I feel confident in my ability to acquire a degree in biology. Upon completing college, I look forward to beginning graduate school to further my education. These opportunities will be made possible by your acceptance of this application. I eagerly anticipate your enthusiastic approval of my portfolio. I am looking forward to my high school graduation, whereupon I may begin my next phase in life. Sincerely,

Joshua Shaffer