Why are posters on CC so sure that a student must have a "type" of school...
I have seen it stated over and over to a kid or parent who has expressed interest in schools that are seen as "very different." A big state school and a small LAC for example. Why is it so hard to...
View ArticleDyslexia and High IQ kid
I have read some older threads here about dyslexia and high IQ kids but I am posting because I have a few questions. I know this is long, so please bear with me as I think the background is important....
View ArticleRecommendations for an online multivariable calculus class?
Considering John Hopkins or searching for an online class offered through a junior college -- but wondering if there are any other online options out there. I haven't been able to find reviews.
View Articlehow to evaluate a kid without standard tests such as SAT/PSAT/SSAT
In a few years I will send to college one more kid who is now a middle schooler. I hope to help him fully develop/realize his potential in the meantime so he will fall into a good fit college. But...
View ArticleConsidering a gap year in Germany - what are my options?
I've been mulling over the idea of taking a gap year for a while now, and I wanted to ask for advice from adults who are veterans of the process on whether this is the right path. I'm currently 18 and...
View ArticleThe Gatekeepers 15 Years Later
I'm reading The Gatekeepers: Inside the Admissions Process of a Premier College http://amzn.to/2cpAC4a It tracks prospective students and admissions officers at Wesleyan in 1999-2000. (Still worthwhile...
View ArticleBill to Require Colleges To Report Harrassment
With a daughter in a STEM major heading into grad school, I'd sure like to see this pass. http://nymag.com/thecut/2016/09/jackie-speier-proposes-bill-to-stop-sexual-abuse-in-stem.html
View ArticleMiddle schooler transfer to private school for HS pros and cons
What pros and cons do you see to this boy transferring to a private high school after middle school? We live in a two grades ahead of average school district (
View ArticleDo people automatically assume a female Gender Studies Major is Gay?...
D is saying she wants to major in gender studies. As far as I know she is not gay (to quote Seinfeld, not that there is anything wrong with that) but I mentioned to a couple of relatives and close...
View ArticleParent Teacher Confrence
I didn't receive an invitation because all is well but I'm thinking as I missed openhouse, should I schedule meetings anyways to develope a rapport with the teacher and to discuss some concerns with my...
View ArticleAny changes to Naviance with new SAT scoring?
Does anyone know if there will be changed to Naviance with the new SAT scoring? Naviance is helpful to compare your son/daughter to others who have applied / been accepted to universities. But, it's...
View ArticleAfter recent discussions on value of different degrees, very confused for our...
I would love to read others' thoughts on how they would direct our high school sr bc I am thoroughly confused. While reading @ucbalumnus's thread on least valuable majors...
View ArticleMusic Industry/Business School Help needed for current senior
My son is a senior looking at music industry/business programs. His true love is for performing electric guitar in a rock/contemporary style andt he wants to study the industry and get experience...
View ArticleGap Year: How did it play out for your child?
DS has decided to take a gap year following the conclusion of his upcoming senior year. He has also decided to push out college applications for a year for reasons I find logical. My questions to those...
View ArticleMoved: Questions about re-taking an SAT, also essay topic
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View ArticleNYT: why college rankings are a joke
http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/09/18/opinion/sunday/why-college-rankings-are-a-joke.html can't easily copy text from the phone so help would be appreciated . From today's NYT.
View ArticleIf your college student wants to vote, s/he should check the rules beforehand
If your college student wants to vote, s/he should check the rules beforehand, whether s/he is living at his/her parents' place and commuting, living at the college and intending to vote there, or...
View ArticleECs in High School for students interested in applying for CS majors.
Can you suggest some dazzling Extra curriculars for students who wish to be considered by top universities majoring in Computer Science.
View ArticleWhat SAT subject tests to take up and can the scores be immediately sent?
Hi I am an international student and I am planning to major in Political Science. I am applying to McGill University. 1. Do you think it's wise if I take up US history and World History both on the...
View ArticleVideo games impact on College Freshman?
Video games impact on College Freshman? ================================= Thanks for looking into my issue and weighing in to my threads. As I mentioned in my previous thread , he is a Freshman at UMBC...
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