We reviewed and discussed the essay prompts on the Common Application website . As we read thorough the proposed topics,Lily eliminated those she did not want to pursue and narrowed down her selection to two topics. We then brainstormed and discussed various entry points for the two selected topics . I elaborated on ways to develop these entry points into a compelling college essay .For next session,Lily will choose which prompt she wishes to develop and discuss the supporting details she would like to incorporate into the essay.