envisioned.

So I went home and reimagined my proposal into a 15-point plan and presented it to
my principal once again. The new proposal included why it was so important to talk to students
and included a sample of the short presentation I planned to give during the event.
This time, he said yes.
I created an outline of the event and began preparations. When preparing for this event, I
made sure to remember who my target audience was. This presentation would start by giving
students an overview of the different academic paths that they could take to ensure that they
knew that despite the school being small, there were endless opportunities. I then stated the few
clubs that we already established but made sure to emphasize the ability that students have to
create their own based on their interests.
After months of developing minute-by-minute schedules and logistic documents with
detailed explanations of every tour stop and presentation, my principal put me in charge.
Throughout the tour, I pointed out the beautiful study spots that looked over the lake, and the
brand new technology awaiting them in the science and computer labs. By the end of the event, I
could feel the change in students’ attitude. I felt accomplished and hopeful about the school’s
future student body.
The “New Student and Freshman Orientation” I proposed as a freshman has now taken
place every year since and now each incoming class consistently receives over 350 applications
for 200 spots.
Since then, I discovered the thrill I get from identifying an opportunity, seeing its
potential, and finding a creative and interactive way to solve it. As I embark on my college
journey, I am confident that I will be able to channel this passion no matter if I am the only one
who feels it.