What personal goal or achievement are you most proud of? Share the story of the moment you reached that goal.

Paper addresses all the requirements. (see rubrics)Paper is logically organized and flows wellIntroduction includes relevant background information and a clear thesis statement.Body paragraphs discuss main purpose and move the story forwardEach paragraph has a clear topic sentence and moves the essay forwardEffective conclusion does more than simply repeat the introductionSentence Structure:Review sentence variety and construction as well as word choice and conciseness.Correct all comma splices, run-ons, and fragments.All sentences include complete thoughts, containing a subject and a verb.Sentences have variety.Vary lengths and structure using different beginnings, such as prepositional phrases, transition words, or dependent clauses.Transition words (therefore, however, in addition, etc.) ensure writing flows smoothly, connecting related thoughts or signaling shifts in ideas?Sentences are conciseAvoid being wordy.Language and Tone:Language is appropriate for audience (formal writing)Point of view is consistent (first person/narrative essay; third person/persuasive essay)No “announcing” what essay will do. Do not refer to the essay itself.Essay does not talk down to reader, or make assumptions (avoid expressions like: Obviously, as you know, it is clear)Grammar