Celebrating Passion: The College Prep Class of 2015
from Carol Hagar, Head of ATACP
Passion can be defined as an intense desire or enthusiasm for something, much like the anticipatory yearning for Christmas morning, waiting to open the giant present nestled under the lights of the tree. Many seniors around the country experience a similar excitement as they wait with expectation for the morning of December 15. For early decision applicants, December 15 is often the big day letters of college acceptance are received. Applicants can earn one of three answers – yes, no, or deferred.
Spencer Chiu
Christmas came early to the CP class of 2015. Each CP senior received a resounding YES from his or her top college choice. Spencer Chiu will attend Pomona College; Camilla Trapness will attend Amherst, and Grayson Broadus will attend the Mendoza School of Business at Notre Dame. All three applicants applied Early Decision to increase their chances of acceptance, and the determination paid off.
Camilla Trapness
Each of these students have been dedicated to practicing and performing the best they can be in the classroom, on the court and in their relationship with others. Each gave up many social events to better prepare for the next exam. Each spent holidays away from family to travel and compete at high-level tournaments. Each sacrificed an ordinary life and gained an extraordinary opportunity.
Grayson Broadus
I am proud of the leadership roles that CP seniors are practicing. And as they complete their high school years in preparation for the next step on the educational journey, I am proud of the legacy that they are modeling for the next graduating class at CP.
As we celebrate the season of giving, I joyfully celebrate our seniors and the ATA family that have given time, energy, and care to make dreams come true. Spencer, Camilla and Grayson each chose what they wanted, visualized the outcome, and passionately set forth in action a series of goals in order to get there. The ATACP structure supported their dreams.
Congratulations and Merry Christmas to All!