"Thank you so much for all your help! The experience was great; it streamlined the writing process and was a great environment for brainstorming, I highly recommend it. Taking the course over the summer provides an advantage as well as a sense of relief that you don't need to worry about school work and college essays simultaneously."
-Monroe-Woodbury High School graduate, 2011
"I was extremely satisfied with the College Application Essay workshop. I applied to eight schools, including Binghamton, James Madison, Penn State, and UMass (Amherst). I was admitted to every school except Binghamton, where I was weight listed. I really believe that I got into the majority of these schools because of my [unique] essay. Thank you so much for your help and I will definitely recommend you."
-Suffern High School graduate, 2011
"Just being at a desk with no distractions was very helpful for me, and writing multiple essay topics is good so students are able to switch between ideas."
-Monroe-Woodbury High School graduate, 2011
"The feedback that was given to me regarding each essay proved to be a valuable asset when I was writing supplements later on in the year. The Write People gave me an accurate, and almost fool-proof way to develop college essays into more than just an essay; the essays I wrote truly captured my inner voice that was not on the paper before."
- Warwick Valley High School graduate, 2009
“This [college application essay] seminar was amazing. I have recommended it to many people.”
– Monroe-Woodbury High School graduate, 2009
“I learned so much from the teacher. I actually enjoyed the Bootcamp. My mom couldn’t believe I was the first one there in the morning, because classes were at nine o’clock. At first, I really, really wanted to go to the University of Delaware, but then my essay turned out so good that I applied to Maryland—and got in!”
– Monroe-Woodbury High School graduate, 2009
"Going into the application process, I looked at my essay questions with disbelief, confusion and stress--I could not understand how they could possibly get done not only on time, but well. My mom told me she had scheduled an appointment with a woman who helps out applicants, and I was a bit hesitant at first. When we first saw her, I knew it was going to be good--she was friendly and cheery, but 'laid down the law' when I needed it. I don't know what I would have done without her help!"
-Tuxedo Park School freshman, transferring to another private school
"I am so very happy to report that my son was accepted into all 16 schools he applied to. I will certainly pass your flyer on to my friends."
-Parent of Monroe-Woodbury graduate, 2011
"I just got off the phone with my daughter's college admission counselor, and when she heard who I was, she knew the name right away. She said my daughter’s college essay is THE best one she’s ever read. It’s now on top of her favorite list. Just another well-deserved thank you!! I wanted you to know how much we appreciate your help. You definitely gave her the edge we needed. So far, two acceptances with Honors!! Waiting to hear from everyone else!!"
-Parent of Monroe-Woodbury graduate, 2011
"As a result of my daughter's work with Mrs. Sale, her writing skills have flourished beyond her imagination. She is now able to write creatively as well as factually with ease and confidence. In addition, my daughter saw a significant increase in her verbal SAT score. Mrs. Sale has such a wonderful demeanor with young adults. She is patient, kind, and humorous, while at the same time holds her students accountable and encourages their development."
-Parent of Monroe-Woodbury graduate, 2011
"My daughter's SAT grades are in and she scored 590 on the Critical Reading section, up from 440 last time. We are THRILLED!!! She is still taking the test in November but the pressure is hopefully off. Again, I want to thank you SO much for all your help! It clearly made a huge difference."
-Parent of Monroe-Woodbury graduate, 2011
"My daughter enjoyed working with you very much and I liked the way you helped her bring her ideas forth and get them down on paper. She did extemely well getting into every college she applied to except being wait listed at one. She has decided to go to Geneseo and we are very proud. Thanks again for all your expertise and professionalism."
-Parent of Clarkstown North graduate, 2010
"We are very pleased that our son was accepted to almost all the schools he applied to and we are thrilled that he will be attending SUNY Binghamton in September. We could not be happier. We believe we owe it in no small part to the essay Ms. Sale helped Jonathan to write. He is a very bright kid with great ideas. I hired Ms. Sale to help Jonathan because I thought he needed some help in 'tightening' his thoughts to produce a competitive essay. I could not help him because I do not know what colleges look for in their essay… but we all know they do look at them!
I strongly recommend that other parents consider this [College Application Essay Bootcamp] program for their college-bound students. We certainly got our money’s worth!"
- Parent of Monroe-Woodbury graduate, 2009
“My son had shown his essay to his English teacher, and the college and career advisor at Middletown HS and both thought it was a well written essay. Overall, he was very pleased with the ‘bootcamp’ and would recommend it. He felt it was better to have the block of time in order to be able to focus solely on the task, and to have you both there for assistance and immediate feedback. He loved the fact that when the time came to begin the application process, the essay was something he did not have to worry about doing!”
– Parent of Middletown High School graduate, 2009
“Ms. Sale was very patient and effective with my son. She taught him how to pay closer attention to what he was writing. He was one of only two seniors who got 100% on his English test for his summer reading project.”
– Parent of John S. Burke Catholic High School graduate, 2009
“The teacher established an excellent rapport with her students, and provided a personalized approach in order to individualize writing needs...she worked with the students using her expertise, capitalizing on their strengths and fine tuning the areas that required attention. The results were wonderful, as our son was extremely successful on the reading and writing components of the ACT exam, as well as being prepared for the rigors of college writing.”
– Parent of Cornwall Central High School graduate, 2008
