<p>Hi, I am wondering if there are any suggestions on formatting my additional information essay!? My sophomore grades are horrible dropping to a 2.9 from a perfect 4.0</p>
<p>I am not sure whether to make it more story-like similar to my other essays or to make it just the facts. My parents had kicked me out of the house for being gay during my sophomore year. I just hope if I write it just factual that the depth and actual hardship of the event will be moot.</p>
<p>Thanks for any suggestions</p>
<p>I’d go for just telling the truth. “While it is important to explain certain negative aspects of your life, be careful not to “over excuse” yourself. Schools are more concerned with how you were able to change negative behaviors or overcome adverse situations to positively affect your life.” Just a little something I’ve come across on numerous sites regarding personal statements and such. Do explain what happened, but also explain on it’s made you a stronger person, changed you, made you work harder, etc.</p>