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GPA Strengths And Weaknesses
First and foremost, I do sincerely believe that a GPA does not define who a person is or their capability of such things. I believe that it is just a number that does not define any one's weaknesses or strengths. Throughout high school, I tried to maintain my grades at a certain level. I tried my hardest not to have any F’s, C’s, and I tried to minimize any B’s on my report card. In order for my grades to be maintained in the way I wish they were, I had to apply and utilize support I was offered for the classes I needed the most help in. An example would be when I missed the first two weeks of the school year. It was a hectic time because I had to put my one hundred and ten percent in everything to catch up on school work. Even though I am

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