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[ - ] Want to send a present to someone who hosted us for a few days and was going to send wine, but they live in Maine and you can't send wine there. Any other thoughts about something nice to send or something you've sent on those lines, in the past? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:29 AM Flag
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A gift basket from zabar's [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:32 AM Flag
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food -- zabar's basket is a nice idea. also dancing deer cookies (www.dancingdeer.com) or something from harry and david. they have great fruit. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:02 AM Flag
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Edible Arrangements is also a fan favorite. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:05 AM Flag
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Great coffee selection in basket [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:08 AM Flag
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Harry&David Pears...yummm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:12 AM Flag
[ - ] What's the best OTC teeth whitener? Dentist wants to charge $600. I am too cheap but my teeth need it (just yellowing, nothing drastic). 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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get Crest. I use the lowest possible dosage (wear 2x a day for 14 days) so as to avoid irritation. It definitely works. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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I had mine done at Brite Smile for $300 recently. They run specials all the time. It takes about an hour and is great. I kept buying OTC stuff and never doing it, so figured it was worth it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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loved brite smile [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:55 AM Flag
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Get another dentist. Mine charged $250. This is the basic work up with the plates and bleach deal, not the laser. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:57 AM Flag
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(OP here) who is your dentist? is s/he in the city? i work in midtown and would go anywhere. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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I just bought Listerine white strips, and I'm halfway through and they are definitely working. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:15 AM Flag
[ - ] Nanny asked if she can take my 17 mo dd across town to the West side to see one of her friends. She said there is a park there and her friend takes care of twins so they can play. She will be taking the bus...I don't have a problem with it but my dh is weary. Anyone BTDT? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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I guess it is good to know she asked instead of just goingout and doing it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:25 AM Flag
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Yes, she is good like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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So maybe let her go, but be back for nap? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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I think it is great your nanny wants to do this. Change of pace is good for all. It's not like she is taking him into a war zone! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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It's good she asked but jeeze, your child never goes anywhere? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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omg you are saying that like she is going out of the country [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:57 AM Flag
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He doesn't trust the nanny? I at some point let my nanny and her aunt rent a car and drive away for a day trip with my son (then 10 months old). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:13 AM Flag
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I don't understand why this is a question. What is he "weary" of? And I think you mean leery, not weary, btw. Weary means tired. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:15 AM Flag
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actually, I think she means "wary". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 10:32 AM Flag
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you don't let your nanny go on a bus with your child? That will change fast as you child makes friends, takes classes etc. One of the great things about nyc is the ability to get around so easily and do so many things. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 10:31 AM Flag
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I'm not sure what the problem is. Nanny has always taken DS to other neighborhoods for playdates, classes, whatever. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 10:34 AM Flag
[ - ] Do you think most wives also look at porn? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:17 AM Flag
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I do! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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ditto [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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don't [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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You know, I ocassionally like to watch it, but it was an acute need when I was in my last trimester. Boy did I need to releive some tension! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.24.08, 07:03 PM Flag
[ - ] So, I was reading this blog today http://parentzing.wordpress.com/2008/07/22/no-frie...aurants-with-the-kids/#respond and it was about eating out at upscale restaurants with kids. got me wondering about others' experiences in the nicer NYC restaurants & which ones you'd recommend. we're sick of eating out at the regular places and are willing to try it at least once. 9 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:17 AM Flag
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We love Landmarc...it's very kid friendly but really good food. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:23 AM Flag
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where is this? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:27 AM Flag
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Time Warner Center [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:32 AM Flag
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isn't there one in tribeca, too? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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i think so...haven't been there though. The one in Time Warner gives cotton candy to kids after dinner. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:39 AM Flag
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We've taken our kids to some of the best restaurants in the city as well as abroad. They are very well-behaved and have excellent table manners, and are always very good when we eat out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:38 AM Flag
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You can find menues on line. If the place has a kid's menu, I say go without concern. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:46 AM Flag
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I tried the original link and it didn't work for me, but this one did: [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 11:19 AM Flag
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i tried to read the original post but it didn't work. this one did, though (i got to the post about upscale restaurants from the home page): http://parentzing.wordpress.com/ i am so glad that i did because i have to say whoever wrote that is freaking hysterical. really, if you want a laugh, you should go there. it didn't hurt that i am a huge paul rudd fan and when i saw his photo i had to swoon for a moment. has anyone tried the following with kids? Yerba Buena, BLT Market, or Hundred Acres? they are on my list but we almost never get out without the kids so i am going to use some of the advice in the post. what is the worst thing that can happen, we have to take our food home, right> [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 11:25 AM Flag
[ - ] Do you have a tutor because kid is a little behind or to supplement generally? I know someone who sees a tutor weekly--like getting a music lesson. Father says it's so that child gets one-on-one time to go over schoolwork and help move ahead. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.23.08, 07:16 AM Flag
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Isn't that what the parents are for? I can understand if dc is in HS and taking high level classes, but for LS and MS, unless the parents are idiots, I don't see why you have to pay someone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:19 AM Flag
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Many parents work all day, come home at 7PM if they are lucky, and want to eat dinner etc. No time to tutor their kids even if they wanted to. And some kids (one of mine unfortunately) really learn better from strangers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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So do you have a tutor for DC? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:47 AM Flag
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Nope, luckily so far dc does really well without help, but if help was needed we'd definitely have to go outside looking for it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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Between the dh and dw (assuming married), you can squeeze in 30 min a day. And weekends, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:55 AM Flag
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Honestly, I don't think we could. For one dc, maybe. For all three of them, no way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 10:03 AM Flag
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But you're paying for a specific teaching skill that parents don't always have. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:48 AM Flag
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DS's kinder teacher is tutoring him this summer. He is at grade level but could use some help w/ reading & writing. And he doesn't work very well for/with me. He is very diligent & productive with his teacher and they have a great relationship. Transitions are hard for him and she wanted to make heading into first a little easier. If she hadn't offered though we probably would not have pursued it or looked for someone else to tutor him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:50 AM Flag
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We are thinking of a tutor for our 3rd grader. If you are in public school, one issue is that as long as your kid meets standards, he/she doesn't get much help to excel. So if your kid struggles a bit writing, for example, but is "okay", but you want him/her to get better, a tutor can help. I spend alot of time helping ds with homework, and I find I am not great at teaching -- I agree with posters who say many kids learn better from people not their parents. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:38 AM Flag
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ITA about the kids learn better from others. My son is doing Suzuki violin and I have to help him practice. All the little things I struggle to get him corrected during practice are gone when he is in the private lesson session. He is like a changed person. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 09:55 AM Flag
[ - ] anyone reach out to old boyfriends on facebook? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:15 AM Flag
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no, I have no interest in drama, and like being married. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:24 AM Flag
[ - ] Can anyone recommend a northeast summer resort for me, DH, two kids 5 and 7yo for a weekend away in August? Or another vacation idea--weekend only. Thanks! 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.23.08, 07:13 AM Flag
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The Tyler Place in Vermont. But they may not do just weekends in August. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:03 AM Flag
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Chatham Bars Inn - Cape Cod [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:09 AM Flag
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Smugglers Notch, Vermont [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 08:10 AM Flag
[ - ] want to try out prospective nanny. should i have her around for the day? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.23.08, 07:02 AM Flag
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At least most of the day so you can see how she handles different times/responsibilites. You should also pay her. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:04 AM Flag
[ - ] Do you tip or give gifts to counselors if they the are preschool teachers in your DC's preschool? Camp is at DC's preschool. If so, how much? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 07.23.08, 07:02 AM Flag
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Struggling with same thing. Some kids left after first session and I saw the gifts they gave...ranged from a plate of homemade cookies and a thank-you card for all the teachers to share, to American Express gift cards for each teacher. I think I will have ds make a card or something for each teacher plus give them a pedicure g.c. or something else like that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:07 AM Flag
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give money -- always appreciated. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 12:06 PM Flag
[ - ] How do I remove a relatively long hair from my 3 month old's eye? I was hoping that it would come out on its own, but it's been almost 24 hours. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 06:44 AM Flag
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Pull the upper lid over the lower lid to induce tearing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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hold lids and gently blow on the eye. will make eyes tear and hopefully wash out. if that doesn't work, try rinsing with a saline solution. the upper lid over lower lid thing sounds awful btw [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:04 AM Flag
[ - ] New here. I keep on reading about high ERB scores. So how many kids a year score 99x3? 99? 98? 95+? 18 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.23.08, 06:43 AM Flag
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99: my guess based on posts by UBers in the past couple of years (some claimed to have gotten # from ERB) is under 100 (which makes sense since SB is harder to get 99 and SB produces about 50-60 kids scoring 99 each year). Not sure about 98 but maybe double the number of kids getting 99 (which would be mathematically true but who knows). 95+? I'm guessing close to 1000. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 06:57 AM Flag
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DS got a 99 SB last fall and a 98 (99/98/98) ERB this spring (fall birthday). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:08 AM Flag
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I know there are always cases like that but as a general rule, it is true. SB has a higher ceiling. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:12 AM Flag
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Oh, I am not disagreeing with you and wish it were the case with ds! As best I can figure he did miss a 99x3 by one point (low 99 performance, highest possible 98 for verbal, for 124 total and 125 appears to be a 99) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:26 AM Flag
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OP: I'm not a math major, but I would think that beating 95% of the pool of 3000 would yield 150. What am I missing? It just seems from UB that more than 150 get 95+ and more than 30 get 99. Is there a school administrator in the houses to comment!?!?!? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:22 AM Flag
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It is closer to 400/500 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:37 AM Flag
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I really don't think 5% of kids get 99. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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ERBS are normed *nationally*. Kids living in trailer parks or foster homes or with uneducated parents or developmental delays are included. The group of kids taking WPPSI--III for erb tend to have well educated parents, so you'll see more kids scoring in the top percentiles than you would if the group of test takers wasn't homogeneous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:49 AM Flag
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I've heard 5% of NYC kids get 99. Not sure about 99x3, though I know two kid who did (one of whom was my dc). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 06:59 AM Flag
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That is NOT true. If it is, then there were 150 kids who got 99 last year and no way there were that many. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:08 AM Flag
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Actually, I wouldn't be shocked if it were 150 or more. If the SB gets 50-60, over twice as many people take the ERB, meaning probably at least 100 99's, and I'd bet there's up to 50 or so more easily since it's considered a (slightly) easier test. Manhattan has a ton of very highly educated (and presumably intelligent) parents, who tend to produce very high-scoring kids, esp. at this early age. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 05:39 PM Flag
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I am so relieved my kid didn't have to take ERB's (we're not in NYC). I can't imagine him doing well on them at that age. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:02 AM Flag
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No one really knows. Well, I would imagine the ERB knows. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:03 AM Flag
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I'd guess fewer than 1% (30 kids) get 99x3. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:07 AM Flag
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NP: DOA at one of the TTs we applied to last year specifically commented on DC's 99x3 score. Must not be that common. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:10 AM Flag
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We also had one doa comment on dc's 99x3. Not at tt, though--none of them said anything (and they all had the score by the time we interviewed). Said we'd have our "pick" of schools based on dc and that score. Wasn't quite true (didn't get in everywhere), but did get two tts (including fc). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:33 AM Flag
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So, if you get 99x3 on SB and ERB both, you'd be in a dozen kids or something. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:14 AM Flag
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I think the overlap is higher - alot of the 99x3 kids probably also got 99 on the SB. OLSAT was a different story. But I bet there's only a dozen or so who got 99x3ERB, 99 SB, 99 OLSAT. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.23.08, 07:21 AM Flag
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