Document sophomore activities

Overview

End of sophomore year is the perfect time to document everything you've done this year. Future you will be grateful!

What to Document

For Each Activity

• Organization/activity name
• Your role/position
• Hours per week and weeks per year
• Grade levels involved
• Specific accomplishments
• Skills developed
• Awards or recognition

Types of Activities

• Clubs and organizations
• Sports and athletics
• Arts (music, visual arts, drama, etc.)
• Community service and volunteering
• Work experience
• Family responsibilities
• Independent projects

Creating Your Record

Spreadsheet Format

| Activity | Position | Grades | Hrs/Wk | Wks/Yr | Description | Awards | |----------|----------|--------|--------|--------|-------------|--------| | Example | Member | 9,10 | 3 | 36 | Details... | None |

Common App Preview

Remember the limits:

• 10 activities maximum
• 50 characters for position
• 150 characters for description

Start practicing fitting your activities into these formats!

Quantify Impact

Use numbers wherever possible:

• "Raised $2,000 for charity"
• "Tutored 15 students weekly"
• "Increased membership by 30%"

Looking Ahead

Review this document and update it at the end of each semester!