<p>It’s crazy, but this week, I have come to a very large realization. I have seen what it is like to be a part of “information sessions” for schools from both sides of the spectrum (meaning from the viewpoint of the one giving the information and the one getting it), and I can easily say that I like being the one giving out the information to applicants so much more that being the applicant receiving the information. </p>
<p>The Math and Science Center (one of the schools that I attend) has lately been holding information sessions for the 8th graders at all of the schools from which applicants can apply (15 of them) and will also be holding another information session on Sunday at the Center itself (for applicants and their parents). In order to be able to attend this school, they have to pass a standardized test (which is much like the SAT/ACT and is held on a Saturday morning, too), fill out an application form, get recs., and go over to the Center for an interview (so basically the works). </p>
<p>I got to be one of the students that was able to go to one of the schools to share personal experiences at and information about the Center, and I have to say that I really enjoyed it (especially the extra confidence boost that it gave me for what I’m dealing with now). It’s interesting because I know exactly how those kids feel since I went through it four years ago and am now doing it again as a high school senior. </p>
<p>I also kind of realized that once we all get to whichever university we decide to attend in the end (and I’m sure we’re all biased on what university we’re hoping that will be), it will all turn out okay in the end since new friends will be made, new inside jokes will arise, and new challenges will be met. It’ll be all right. Hopefully, in a few years, many of us will be the students at a certain university that will be trying to persuade high school seniors to attend our alma mater. That will be interesting!</p>