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Private School Interview Ideas
The interview is an important part of the application process. Dress according to the dress code of the school you are visiting. It is best to arrive early and be aware that first impressions are important. Be sure to make eye contact with adults, be conscious of your body language, speak clearly, and be polite. The interviewer may ask questions about the size of your school and grade, and the challenge level of the curriculum. In general, the interviewer will be attempting to understand your academic ability, your commitment to extracurricular activities, as well as get a sense if your confidence and attitude toward work and peers. Make sure that you have reviewed the information about the specific school to which you are applying and be prepared to ask one or two specific questions about school programs that interest you. It would be helpful to review the possible interview questions listed below so that you are prepared and confident in your response:
What qualities do teachers admire in you?
What kinds of activities would you like to pursue in high school?
Who do you admire and why?
What is the hardest thing you have ever done?
How would your friends describe you?
What is the most important thing you have learned in the past year?
What book(s) have you read lately? Do you like to read for pleasure?
What qualities do you like in a teacher?
What characteristics do you look for in a friend?
Of what are you most proud?
Describe disappointment you have endured and how you did so?
How do you handle pressure?
What is your favorite and least favorite academic course and why?
If you had a free day to spend, what would you do?
What makes you happy?
Do you enjoy athletics? What sports?
Why do you want to attend this school?
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