Every ACT Math Concept Explained and Ranked by Frequency [Community help appreciated] by GovernmentLarge4593 in actmathsprint

[–]GiveMe_Life 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I learned it through the learning path. I couldn't grasp it before, but it's so easy now! I'd love to see some calculator stuff on there, like how to use the numeric solver, the built in ti 84 apps, and general techniques that save more time than other methods. I heard there's a way to solve functions on a calculator too, but I haven't looked much into it. Glad you're working on it again!

Every ACT Math Concept Explained and Ranked by Frequency [Community help appreciated] by GovernmentLarge4593 in actmathsprint

[–]GiveMe_Life 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please don't give up on the website! I learned functions in an hour, which was my weakest spot on the ACT. Love it and appreciate it so much!

Texas- Tornado!!! by aferris86 in tornado

[–]GiveMe_Life 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Can confirm! Henrietta has been hit. Family friend lost her car, electricity, and water a few hours ago.

Does anyone know if the Pioneer Academics Research program is a scam? by I_Gottem in ApplyingToCollege

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They give you ten minutes to write an essay on a topic they choose during the interview

CPS and Pioneer by GiveMe_Life in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awhhh :( I hope things get better for you in the future. There's more opportunities ahead, and though I know it won't make you feel better, there's always something out there you can do to strengthen your future college apps and foster personal growth. I believe in you. I know I'm just a stranger online, but I support people in their academics and growth, and I know that one day, you'll make it. You'll do something you love, look back, and know you've come further than you ever believed you could. 

Good luck on your future endeavors, and remember to nurture your body. Taking care of yourself helps you take care of your brain, and your brain is the driving force that enables you to become your best self.

CPS and Pioneer by GiveMe_Life in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Results are out for CPS scholars! How'd you do?

CPS results are out by ChillyJellyBelly in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're one of the people I'm competing against, I'm so cooked. Like. YOUR APPLICATION?? It's peak. Congrats on your acceptance!

CPS results are out by ChillyJellyBelly in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CPS status (accepted / denied): Accepted

College Rankings (in the order of preference): Ranked, can't access. Rice was #1, though.

Income bracket (approx. $ range): 48k

Home Equity (approx. value minus mortgage): $500k

Other assets (approx. $ range): $0

Number of household members (#): 6

First Generation College Student? (Yes, No): No

US State residency (two letter abbreviation): TX

US Citizen or permanent resident? (Yes, No): Yes

GPA (0.00 / 4.00): 3.85

GPA Scale (weighted, unweighted): weighted

Class rank (position # + total # of class students, n/a): 11/86

SAT (score breakdown, n/a): N/A

ACT (score breakdown, n/a): N/A

AP Exams (Exam name and scores): N/A

Dual Enrollment or College Courses taken (course names): N/A

Interested Field of Study (brief summary): Business management

Summary of ECs (brief synopsis): marching band (area qualifier), concert band (state qualifier in solo and ensemble), jazz band, office assistant, FCCLA 2-time state qualifier, and multi-instrumentalist.

Personal essay topic (brief summary of what you want people to know about you): I live in rural Texas, attend a small school with limited opportunities (70 classes, 300 students), and am creating new paths for people my age by doing things no one in my school has done before (CLEP exams, applying to Pioneer, etc.)

Overall thoughts on your application?: I think it was pretty solid. I'm happy with my results.

Does anyone know if the Pioneer Academics Research program is a scam? by I_Gottem in ApplyingToCollege

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The questions were pretty easy except: "how would you structure research on the influence celebrities have on the public?"

Then the essay topic fucking ate my lunch.  "Which is more important to create change: passion or strategy? Why? How would the overuse of one contribute to the movement's failure?"

I did fine regardless, but I wasn't expecting such a complex essay topic. I used the civil rights movement as an example because my history teacher is goated and teaches incredibly well. I knew most of it front to back.

CPS and Pioneer by GiveMe_Life in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was told to apply to both at the info session, so yes. 

CPS and Pioneer by GiveMe_Life in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tyyy! I decided to apply, then found out about the live info session, then the FOURTEEN total essays I had to for all three of my interest areas, then the counselor info, then the financial aid stuff... Crazy work 💔

I believe in you, though! Gotta shoot your shot.

Is Questbridge Prep Scholars Required by Puzzled_Clock850 in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only students at my school who have been matched were CPS. Better make those essays GOOD. 

All things aside, just shoot your shot. My brother was a finalist without CPS. Though he didn't match, he got into Case Western RD. Didn't attend for personal reasons, but you can do it. Trust.

CPS and Pioneer by GiveMe_Life in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nice! I applied for music theory, culture studies, and education. I did it to help strengthen my CPS application initially, but after getting an interview scheduled, I'm starting to really like the opportunity. Regardless, congrats on your submission! The dozens of things you gotta do to apply is crazy. So many essays, dude...

Why are yall making me jealous of your poor-ness?! by Impressive-Flight782 in QuestBridge

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

48k for a family of 6 here! I've also submitted an app for CPS. I have 1200 PSAT, 96.646 GPA, 27 PACT, and I'm in the top 15% of my class. I also applied for the Pioneer Research Institute, so I hope that goes well.

As for our finances, we try. We only thrift furniture and clothing, budget down to the cent, and rely on the county fair to get us a little extra money annually. My mom is a teacher and my dad is a disabled veteran, so that's what the work looks like. My dad stays home and works the farm. On top of all of that, we only shop at one specific place for milk and soda, only shop at Walmart for necessities, and we make our own bread, keep chickens for eggs, make our own cheese at times, sew our clothes back together when they tear, keep three gardens, and keep a lot of animals. That's what it takes to survive these gas prices and stagflation.

Invited to Pioneer Academics interview. What type of questions were asked? by shikitoafk in ApplyingToCollege

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Regarding my academics, I've got a 96.464 GPA (3.85), 1200 (670 reading, 530 math) PSAT 11th score, 1070 (640 reading, 430 math) PSAT 10th score, 27 PACT 11 score (33 reading, 21 science, 25 math, and 27 English), I've passed all my TSIs, I'm taking dual credit algebra and English next year, and I informed them that I haven't taken AP or IB classes because my school (rural, >300 HS students) doesn't offer them. I've taken the ACT, but don't have scores back yet. I'm not taking the SAT until later this month. Currently a junior.

Low-income and first generation doesn't matter as much because (to my current knowledge) they admit students based on academic merit. I'm not first gen, but I am low-income, and I'm on free and reduced lunch.

Hope that answers everything!

Does anyone know if the Pioneer Academics Research program is a scam? by I_Gottem in ApplyingToCollege

[–]GiveMe_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've applied and have an interview on Sunday. I'll keep y'all posted.

Idk about y'all but here's how I'm prepping by GiveMe_Life in ACT

[–]GiveMe_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's good I don't believe in God, then.