“I’m going to be focusing mostly on swimming this summer because I’m trying to get a big break from all the school that’s been going on, and try to have fun. That, and a lot of video games because...

“I’m doing some summer courses over the summer just to keep up with everything, but I will also try and hang out more with some of my friends in order to get a break from everything school related.”

“This summer I’m moving to Taiwan, actually more in the beginning of summer, so it’s mainly going to be me just packing up my house for this move and sorting things out over here, then just settling...

“I’m doing some SAT prep classes over the summer because I’m trying to take the SAT in the beginning of the next school year. This will probably take up most of my time and the rest will be just...

“I’m honestly working a lot over the summer and doing a computer science course to prep for next year. Of course, I’m also planning to hang out a lot with my friends, but most of the summer is still...

“I’m going to be hanging out with my friends the majority of the summer break and just having fun bracing myself for sophomore year. I might do some summer courses or prep to prepare for next year,...

“This summer I’m planning on going to London and doing some sightseeing with my family. I think it will be a nice way to get out of COVID and finally travel somewhere.”

"I wasn’t expecting to get a scholarship, so it was a pleasant surprise for me when they emailed me about the scholarship. I learned how to stay on top of deadlines for applications, form submissions,...

"I felt ecstatic. The experience taught me how to meet tight deadlines. I was also busy outside of school so it was stressful. Don’t procrastinate -- the actual work isn’t that bad so just stick it...

"I thought winning was pretty cool. Honestly, I was amazed and very happy about it because any amount helps for college, especially since they’re very expensive nowadays. There were 20 people who were...

"I didn’t really feel much when I found out I won, but applying was basically like another college application, so that was a challenge that I had. I’m glad I got my college application done early...

"I was incredibly excited to receive the scholarship! I could not be more appreciative of Amador’s administration for organizing an SAT school day in April 2021. I learned how important it is to be a...