Consortium Admissions Slides
1 Key = 3 High Schools
NYC High School Guide
Write One Essay.
Apply to Three Great Schools!
East Side • School of the Future • I.C.E.
Just 1 Essay
Not three!
500 Words Max
About 1 page
Choose 1 Prompt
Pick your favorite
The Golden Secret
Keep It Simple
Less Stress, More Quality
DON'T DO THIS
❌ Do not write 3 different essays
❌ Do not name one specific school
❌ Do not write more than 500 words
DO THIS INSTEAD
⭐ Write one great story about you
📤 Upload once into MySchools
🎯 All 3 schools read that same essay!
💡 Big Win: You only have to write and polish ONE paper!
Admissions Scores
How Much Does It Count?
Official Numbers
East Side
District 1
100%
Based on Essay
Your grades do not count here!
Future
District 2
30%
Essay Weight
Plus 70% from 7th grade grades.
I.C.E.
District 2
100%
Based on Essay
Your essay is the whole test!
🔥 Bottom Line: For East Side & I.C.E., your essay is your whole application!
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Choice A
Grow & Give Back
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"How will this school help you grow, and what will you give to the community?"
1. How You'll Grow
📚 Learn by doing big projects
🧠 Become more independent
🎨 Try new creative ideas
2. What You Bring
🤝 Good teammate who listens
⚽ Hobbies, sports, or art passions
☀️ Positive energy for others
🎯 Pick Prompt 1 if: You like talking about teamwork and your future goals!
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Choice B
Tough Challenges & Risks
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"Tell a story of a time you were challenged or took a learning risk. How did it shape you?"
1. The Hard Part
A hard assignment, a tough debate, or trying a brand-new skill.
2. The Brave Risk
Stepping out of your comfort zone and refusing to give up!
3. What You Learned
How this made you smarter, tougher, or more confident.
🎯 Pick Prompt 2 if: You have ONE memorable story of overcoming a hard obstacle!
Quick Choice
Which One Fits You Best?
Pick One
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Prompt 1
"I Am A Community Builder"
✓ I like working in groups
✓ I know what clubs or classes I want
✓ I like explaining who I am
Focus: Teamwork & Future
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Prompt 2
"I Have A Great Story"
✓ I remember a really hard moment
✓ I took a risk and didn't give up
✓ I love storytelling with action
Focus: Courage & Growth
✨ Remember: Both prompts are equal! Choose whichever one feels easiest and fun to tell.
The Secret Rubric
What Teachers Love To Read
4 Key Ingredients
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Curiosity
Show that you love asking "Why?" and exploring new ideas.
🗣️
Your Real Voice
Sound like yourself—not a robot or a textbook!
🤝
Working with Others
Show that you can share ideas and support friends.
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Learning From Flops
It is 100% OK to make mistakes! Talk about what you learned.
⭐ Being honest and real beats using big fancy words every single time!
Your Game Plan
4 Simple Steps to Submit
Easy Checklist
1
💡
Pick 1 Story
Talk through your ideas out loud with someone first!
2
✍️
Write Free
Type your first draft without worrying about word counts.
3
✂️
Trim & Read
Keep it under 500 words. Read it aloud to hear how it sounds!
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Upload Once!
Add it to MySchools. Done for all 3 schools!
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You are ready! Your story and ideas are what make this essay special.
Let's Do It!