Hey everyone, just a quick question - does Saturday school attendance show up on your record when applying for colleges? I've attended a few, and I'm a little worried about how it will affect my application. Thanks in advance!
Hi there! Generally speaking, Saturday school attendance is not something that is explicitly reported on your college application or transcript. Colleges primarily focus on your grades, coursework, test scores, extracurricular involvement, and other components of your application, like your essays and letters of recommendation.
However, if your Saturday school attendance was a result of disciplinary action, it's possible that your counselor or another school official might mention it in their recommendation letter, especially if it has had a significant impact on your school performance or behavior. That being said, many colleges understand that students can learn and grow from their mistakes, and may be more interested in seeing how you've improved since then.
If you're still concerned about this, it might be a good idea to have a conversation with your guidance counselor or a trusted teacher to seek their input and advice. They can help clarify whether it's something that could impact your application and how you can address or counterbalance it if necessary.
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