Personal Narrative: My Summer College Preparation Program

My most defining experience has been my time spent in the AMBYESE Y.E.S. I Can summer college-preparation program. This was the first time I had gone to an educational program during the summer. I learned how to be independent by taking the train from Fairfield to Stamford by myself and walking to UCONN each day. I learned many math and reading/writing skills to prepare for the SAT and for my many high school classes over the next few years. Taking classes as one of the youngest students in the program helped me develop my academic skills and my work ethic. In addition, I learned college preparation skills such as career planning, financial aid, and making a list of colleges based on reach, match, and safety so I am able to plan for the future.