You meant to write your essay over the summer, but there were too many beach days, too many Cubs games, too many distractions, right? No worries. We'll look at some excellent model essays, brainstorm for topics, and learn how to write an essay that helps you stand out. Presented by John S. O'Connor, a creative writing teacher at New Trier who has read admissions essays with college and prep school committees and helped thousands of students write memorable college essays.