Scholar Workshop: The Main Essay (for Class of 2027)
Sat, Aug 01
|Zoom (for Class of 2027)
Saturday, August 1, 2026 • 9:00-10:30am CST | Zoom | Presented by Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed., GCDF
Date & Time
Aug 01, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CDT
Zoom (for Class of 2027)
About the Event
Crafting a competitive Main Essay, also known as the personal statement, is one of the most important parts of the college application process. Since this essay is reviewed by every college a student applies to, choosing the right topic and building a strong structure are essential.
In this workshop, scholars will learn what colleges are looking for in a strong Main Essay. The presenter will guide students through self-reflection exercises, introduce the four cornerstones of a great college essay, and help them begin shaping their topic and outline. Scholars are expected to arrive with all prerequisites completed.
What You Will Take Away:
A clearer understanding of what makes a Main Essay effective
Self-reflection exercises to help identify strong essay topics
An overview of the four cornerstones of a strong college essay
A working topic and outline for the Main Essay
*Exclusively for Access College America scholars
*For Class of 2027
Presenter:
Bonnie Kleffman, MEd, GCDF
Program Director
Access College America
Bonnie is a globally certified Career Development Facilitator who holds a Masters in Education and English. She has worked with students of all ages and backgrounds, and has a passion for helping students find careers that they love and the educational paths to get them there. She is the Program Director for Access College America, a national provider for guidance with college planning based in Austin, Texas. Read more about Bonnie.