Overall+Reflection

By writing this portfolio, it one has taught me discipline and has showed me the progress I've made in my writing. Last year, we focused on formal

definition writing which I found very easy and was able to take the Writing Test and pass with a perfect score of 20 thanks to Ms. Higgins. In AP

English, our writing has been completely different and I had to start from the beginning to learn how to write arguments. I feel so much more

prepared for all AP exams, the SAT, and the ACT because I know the proper way to "defend, challenge, and qualify." Some of the essays I wrote

back in first semester were awful and had absolutely nothing except surface level information. Throughout this year I've learned to analyze more

deeply and think more in depth. By taking this class I've learned a lot about myself as well. I was afraid to take this course because I knew I wasn't

great at English and Ms. Higgins has a reputation of being tough but I've realized I can do anything if I set my mind to it. I made a lot of goals for

myself this year and have accomplished many. I was able to keep a very high average in this course even though I have other hard classes as well.

I learned that I'm capable of more than I think. I never thought of myself as a analytical person but this class has opened many doors for me and

has allowed me to think differently than I ever would have before. This class has given me a certain confidence about myself and has prepared me

for challenges I am destined to face in the future.