Introduction (1-2 sentences): Grab the reader's attention and explain why this aspect of your life is important to you.
Background (1-2 sentences): Explain where you come from and how it has influenced who you are.
Identity, Interest, or Talent (1-2 sentences): Focus on one thing that makes you unique and explain why it matters to you.
Experiences (1-2 sentences per experience): Connect your background and identity, interest, or talent to specific experiences you've had.
Conclusion (1-2 sentences): Sum up your essay with a memorable statement that leaves a lasting impression.
As I sat in the passenger seat of my parents’ car, watching the familiar streets and buildings of my hometown fade away in the rearview mirror, I couldn’t help but feel a mixture of excitement and apprehension. We were moving to a new city, and I would be starting at a new high school in just a few weeks.
The move wasn’t completely unexpected. My dad had recently been offered a new job, and we had decided as a family that it was the right move for us. But as the reality of leaving behind everything I had ever known sunk in, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of loss.
At my old school, I had a tight-knit group of friends, most of whom I had known since kindergarten. We had grown up together, shared countless experiences, and supported each other through the ups and downs of adolescence. Now, I was faced with the prospect of starting over, of having to make new friends and find my place in a completely new environment.
But as scary as that prospect was, I knew that it was also an opportunity. An opportunity to reinvent myself, to explore new interests and activities, and to push myself out of my comfort zone. I was determined to make the most of it.
In the months that followed, I threw myself into my new school and community. I joined clubs, tried out for sports teams, and volunteered for community service projects. I made new friends and discovered new passions. I even tried out for the school play, something I never would have had the courage to do at my old school.
Looking back on that time, I realize that the experience of moving and starting over taught me some valuable lessons. I learned that change can be scary, but it can also be exciting and transformative. I learned that stepping out of my comfort zone can lead to new experiences and opportunities. And perhaps most importantly, I learned that no matter where I go or what challenges I face, I have the strength and resilience to adapt and thrive.
