I still remember a project I did in Kindergarten. We drew ourselves thirty years from that day. I immediately began drawing my stethoscope and face mask, even detailing my name on my scrubs with my then-terrible handwriting. Ever since I was a child, I knew that I would become a doctor to help others. In my dreams, I see myself as a cardiothoracic surgeon, a profession in which less than 2% of practitioners are Black. I wish to break down barriers and inspire the next generation to pursue a career in the medical field despite its lack of racial diversity. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever-changing world. This is why I aspire to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. To make a difference, I wish to help others in the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain no one will outwork me. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. This is why I will go to medical school and I will defy the odds. I will become a cardiothoracic surgeon and I will inspire future generations. I will

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever-changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. To make a difference, I wish to help others in the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain no one will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have dreams of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have dreams of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have dreams of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have dreams of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have dreams of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have dreams of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

As a Nigerian, I have my father to thank for my educational drive. Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

As a Nigerian, I have my father to thank for my educational drive, that willingness to outwork everyone. I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

As a Nigerian, thanks to my father, I have always valued education since my first days of speaking; I am particularly interested in the medical field as I wish to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He moved to the United States from Nigeria when he was just a boyHe motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am graduating two years in advance as a member of the Sophomore Class at Sierra Vista High School; the first of such an occurrence in my school's history in addition to doing so as an African American student. I am ranked 1 out of 824 students, and I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African American student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT score ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have dreams of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.

Throughout my life, my father has had a profound effect on my life and shaped me into the person I am today. My father is an honest man who works hard and never complains. He puts his family first and sacrifices everything for us. Seeing him work tirelessly for us every single day has shaped my work ethic and driven me to become successful and ensure that his sacrifices were not in vain. I am currently a Sophomore at Sierra Vista High School, but I am graduating two years in advance; the first of such an occurrence in my high school’s 23 years of History in addition to doing so as an African student. I currently have a weighted GPA of 4.7 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. My ACT ranked in the 92nd percentile nationally and I have plans of attending medical school. This unprecedented accomplishment is the result of my father’s influence. I could not bear studying from 3:00 pm after school to 4:00 am the following day, only to wake up for school an hour later, had it not been for my father. He motivates and inspires me to outwork everyone and overcome any challenges that life throws at me. With certainty, I can assert that I could not have possibly grown to become the person I am today without my father. One challenge that has always faced me is attaining balance; I have always had to balance my responsibilities. As a student-athlete, I have had to learn how to make difficult sacrifices and balance the concentration of my focus toward designated areas. As a student, I have had to learn how to effectively plan methods of approaching specific situations and executing them with great accuracy within a short timeframe. I have learned the value of time management, teamwork, and focus. As an athlete, I have learned mental and physical endurance, which has helped me to be able to study long and hard without pause. Sports have also taught me the value of teamwork, although cliche, teamwork has allowed me to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in life. In finding a balance between school and sport, I was also able to find a unique way of thinking, my way of thinking. It is my strongest belief that I am the person I am today due to the influence of those who surround me. Each and every day, my parents inspire me to establish myself in this world and make a difference in our ever changing world. This is why I plan to attend Medical School to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. In order to make a difference, I wish to help others the ways so many have helped me to become who I am today. I have my parents to thank for helping me to realize what it is I want out of life and the true value of hard, dedicated, honest, work. I cannot ever hope to equate a sum equal in value to the lessons they have taught me, but I can ensure that their struggles have not been in vain. I will remain focused on my studies and continue to work hard to get to where I want to be and make a name for myself in the medical field. Although competitive, I am certain there is no one who will outwork me. With confidence, I can assert that without these experiences and challenges, without the love, support, and inspiration of my parents, I would not have become the person I am today.