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Thank you so much for being a valued member of the UrbanBaby community. We wanted to inform you that we are shutting down the site on July 6th. We are grateful for your participation and support that has helped make UrbanBaby such an important resource to parents for many years.

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[ - ] What is reputation of 116? Know nothing about it and moving into the zone over the summer. 40 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.04.08, 04:49 PM Flag
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www.insideschools.org --- you can also ask doorman of bldgs near you re: families and ask the families about it. are you kids school age? why not just move into PS 6. risk free although more $$$ [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:57 PM Flag
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yes. i am familiar with inside schools...just wondering if anyone on ub had additional info. first hand experience [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:01 PM Flag
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yeah right. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:04 PM Flag
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Personally, I think 116 is better than 6. I never saw the appeal of 6. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:26 PM Flag
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116 seems to be going downhill fast. lots of grumbling from parents, mediocre report card. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.22.09, 08:11 PM Flag
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Great school, great community, and still fairly diverse. Very popular on UB for the G&T program, but the gen ed program is very strong w/ the same curriculum. Some of the best teachers elect to teach only gen ed to avoid th whole G&T vibe. Great test scores and kids get into competitive middle schools from the gen ed program. Only downside is all of the condos being built in the area is likely to cause a lot of overcrowding very soon, but not unlike all of the other desirable gen ed schools in NYC. Check out the PS116 website for more info. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:05 PM Flag
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thank you! is it a nurturing environment? Are parents welcome during school hours to volunteer in class at all? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:07 PM Flag
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Very nurturing environment. Parents do no volunteer in official capacity except as class parents, but are often in the classroom. Reading Buddies and Math Buddies each once per month, lots of publishing parties, and can always offer to volunteer to come in for a special holiday or project, if so inclined. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:10 PM Flag
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Its a drop off your child in the yard type school. Yes, you are invitied into classroom on occasion - but its always planned. Parental involvement is not as strong as other schools. Its a GOOD school! Good students, good teachers, good scores. Lucky to be moving into the zone. The g&t will be eliminated next year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:25 PM Flag
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I should qualify - parental involvement inside the classroom - the parent body is extremely involved. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:35 PM Flag
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Do you know that for sure? Apparently that has always been the rumor every year, but the doe keeps adding the class [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:41 PM Flag
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yes. this years class (the one entering in September) will be the last g&t class at 116. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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How do you know? Besides the rumors? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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The District 2 plan calls for the elimination of the program at 116. Recommendation was made about a month ago. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 08:41 PM Flag
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For some reason, there is no reply option after your post asking me how I know, so I'm replying to this one hoping it lines up. My dc is in the g&t program and I was told by a credible source. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:45 PM Flag
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Why G&T will be eliminated? Because overcrowding and accomodate more gen. ed. DCs? In that case, D2 will have only LL, and 11(&130, 124). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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oh what, the Chinese schools don't count? those go in parentheses?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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Yes, because of crowding. And taking it out of 116 doesn't mean that they won't put it in another program. D2 has LL, 124, 130, 11, and 111 (?) and 116 now. I think they might put one in 59 when the new building is done. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:03 PM Flag
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np--Generally, I think G&T is added to a school to bring up the overall level of the school. I don't think PS 59 needs this. There are other schools in District 2 that might benefit--PS 1 is never mentioned as a district 2 school, for example. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:55 PM Flag
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Don't most schools do drop off in the yard or cafeteria? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:43 PM Flag
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I don't know about "most", some allow you to go to the classroom with your K dc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:44 PM Flag
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yes, like the alternative schools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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ps 40 does. Don't know if that is an "alternative school". I don't think it is. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:52 PM Flag
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FWIW, PS116 used to allow drop-off in the class in K, and eliminated it 1-2yrs ago. Personally, I think it works out better since the class is able to get started on the morning routine much more quickly this way. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:48 PM Flag
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np--I have a child in a school that allows parents in the classroom before class starts. Kids take turns ringing the bell that signifies it's time for parents to leave. Class starts right on time. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:58 PM Flag
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My dd just finished K at 116. Your allowed in the class the first week and after that it is really easier to leave them in the yard. It is a big school and the parents get in the way of the other kids in the stairwell on days when they are in the classroom. It is not a big deal at all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 06:14 AM Flag
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Great school. Has the same problem as all good nyc schools: overcrowding...but still really top education, like 234 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:05 PM Flag
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Awesome school...amazing writing program that works! kids write essays years beyond other schools as they teach holistic language rather than mechanics. Don't really like TERC [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.22.09, 07:41 PM Flag
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what are the yearly PTA dues? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:08 PM Flag
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Very low- ?20-40 dollars, but don't quote me on that. However, parents of K and 1st grade are encouraged to donate $600 per year to pay for a teacher's aide in each classroom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:11 PM Flag
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You have to pay money to join the PTA? Really? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:50 PM Flag
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Yes. at all of the top schools, you are gently asked to do this. I think Nest's pta dues are pretty high, lower lab too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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not at 3 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:04 PM Flag
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At LL, we are not so gently asked to donate about 950, regardless of whether or not we participate in the PA, and constantly urged to participate in all sorts of other fundraising throughout the year. We stay away from the PA folks but we give what we can when we can. Some give nothing, some give a lot more than we do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 08:17 PM Flag
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why do you stay away from the pa "folks"? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.22.09, 08:18 PM Flag
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but that is the annual drive. not PTA dues. Every school has a suggested donation, no? There are no PTA dues at LL, not even gently asked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.23.09, 05:22 AM Flag
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Every parent at PS116 is automatically in the PTA, but they send a flyer out which strongly encourages giving a donation to the PTA, in addition to other fund-raising and direct appeal during the course of the year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:49 PM Flag
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I'm pretty sure this is against the Chancellor's Regulations. You are automatically a PTA member if you have a child at the school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 08:00 PM Flag
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thank you!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 05:42 AM Flag
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You're automatically a member of the PA but you can be asked for a voluntary contribution. That's what these "dues" are. Yes, that's not exactly teh correct meaning of the word, but it doesn't matter. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 05:59 AM Flag
[ - ] When did you put DC on a napping schedule?? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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Newborn 07.04.08, 04:45 PM Flag
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4.5 months - i'd call it more of a routine than a schedule [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:33 PM Flag
[ - ] Emergency C-section, dr gave dispolving stiches instead of metal staples. Anyone familiar with the pro/cons of both? My wound is still oozing after 2 weeks. 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:43 PM Flag
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you had a c-section under general anesthesia? because that's the definition of emergency c-section. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:45 PM Flag
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^^oh, and, dissolving stitches are better, but your wound should NOT be oozing after 2 weeks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:46 PM Flag
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thanks for your help with the question! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:46 PM Flag
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no, c-sections can be done on an emergent basis if an epidural/spinal has already been placed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:48 PM Flag
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an UNPLANNED c-section, yes. An EMERGENCY c-section is one done under general. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:50 PM Flag
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you are splitting hairs. i have scrubbed into c-sections for things like ruptured uterus that were done under regional. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:58 PM Flag
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^^^and who really cares what she calls it unless youre an insurance company [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:00 PM Flag
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because it makes women think that "emergency c-sections" lie around every corner. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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I had a ruptured uturus - emergency c-section - and i was not given general... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 05:37 AM Flag
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people toss the phrase "emergency c-section" around like confetti, I've noticed. Anyone basically who didn't schedule their section ahead of time thinks they had an emergency one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:51 PM Flag
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i was running a fever and baby's heartbeat was accelerating [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:53 PM Flag
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okay, so, not an emergency c-section. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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NP: STFU, what is wrong with you? Are you that insecure you need to show everyone you know what an Emergency C-section is? And argue it, that has nothing to do with the post, if you're such a know it all, then answer the poster's question and stop being such pompous ass. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:49 PM Flag
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I did answer her question. And it matters--every woman who calls her c-section an "emergency" makes birth seem that much more traumatic and terrifying to every pg woman who reads it. Why the hell not just be accurate?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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np: what came out of this post was not a feeling that birth was terrifying... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 09:11 AM Flag
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So what, let them think that, what's it to you? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:51 PM Flag
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If it's still oozing after 2 weeks there's a problem. It has nothing to do with whether you had stitches or staples. Call your doctor! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 05:24 AM Flag
[ - ] I'm moving to Northern Westchester, leaving finance, and starting a business as a Reiki Practitioner. Plan is to charge 80 dollars a session, and have about 15 clients (sessions) a week. Will I be successful? Open to your thoughts 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:36 PM Flag
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I don't even know what Reiki is, a massage? I know it's something with moving energy, but I thought it was something that was a fad like 15 years ago. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:43 PM Flag
[ - ] Being in NYC over 4th of July is depressing. I miss going to the Hamptons, we have no money anymore to do anything : / 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:32 PM Flag
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are you in finance? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:38 PM Flag
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love the empty city. wish the weather was better though. empty playgrounds and restaurants. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:39 PM Flag
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I hear you, but I've never been able to afford going to the Hamptons. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:48 PM Flag
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Yes, the 4th of July always sucks for me, too. This year 34 weeks pregnant, dh working, and don't feel like doing anyhting. But I wish I did have a BBQ to go to, I'd feel better getting out of the house and talking to someone. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:53 PM Flag
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BEST weekend to be in the city. Restaurants aren't crowded, neither are sidewalks or museums.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:51 PM Flag
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ita [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:54 PM Flag
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we had the greatest time today. Long, uncrowded brunch, walked all around the city, played in the sprinklers [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:54 PM Flag
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yeah- we scored south pacific tix (dh went with dd, i'm home w/baby) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:59 PM Flag
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Hate the Hamptons on a Holiday weekend like this. Too many people [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:46 PM Flag
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ita. august is the best time to get out of the city. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:49 PM Flag
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I love being in the city over the holiday. Plenty of stuff to do, and don't have to sit in traffic for hours there and back. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:51 PM Flag
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What did you do with kids today? We had a tough time, too. NP, btw [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 07:58 PM Flag
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Overrated. Hamptons is a zoo now [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 06:41 AM Flag
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I love NYC when it is empty. It feels like "mine" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 06:45 AM Flag
[ - ] trying to pick between 2 preschools for 3 yo ds. #1 is 4 minutes from our house, but only has an 8:30-2:30 slot. I am a SAHM and really don't want him in school so long. They are saying he would be first on waiting list for 8:30-11:30 slot and would likely get it in a few months (5-6 at most). #2 is 15-20 minutes from our house and has an 8:30-11:30 slot. We like #2 a little better overall, but are nervous about the commute. WWYD? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Preschool/Kids 07.04.08, 03:08 PM Flag
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in a car or on foot? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:08 PM Flag
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car. we recently moved from NYC to Boulder, CO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:09 PM Flag
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I'd go for the closer school then, less of a haul in the winter. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:11 PM Flag
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closer one. Do you have other kids? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:49 PM Flag
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yes. a 1 yo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:00 PM Flag
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Definitely do the former. It will be good for you and the 1 yo. The day will fly by. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:10 PM Flag
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Definitely closer. If child has a problem with such a long day, then arrange to pick up earlier. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:13 PM Flag
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Unless your child is "slow", he doesn't need preschool. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:13 PM Flag
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honestly? stupid response. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:45 PM Flag
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go with #2. once you get into a routine, an extra 10 minutes won't matter. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 08:48 PM Flag
[ - ] string pulling is ok, but lying isn't - discuss: 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.04.08, 03:04 PM Flag
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we are all sick of discussing this. there are some of the craziest women in the universe in the nyc public school system, and they all seem to be here of late. trying to instill paranoia and unrest. threatening to rat out people's kids and whatever else. these are the losers folks the crazy losers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:10 PM Flag
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agree. nothing worse than the lower classes! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:17 PM Flag
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no [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:26 PM Flag
[ - ] string pulling is ok, but lying isn't - discuss. 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:03 PM Flag
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who said either is ok? are you the poster who thinks faking you address is ok? Get over it. if you want to cheat a child who is actually zoned for a school, go ahead. But stop looking for validation. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:06 PM Flag
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Dry humping is not cheating. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 05:53 PM Flag
[ - ] Such a crap day outside today. Anyone feel like talking about schools? Where is your dc going next year? what nabe do you live in? Anything. I am dying here. 21 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 07.04.08, 02:50 PM Flag
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:51 PM Flag
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We'll see you there in September! Very excited here too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 11:30 AM Flag
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msc. very excited. live on uws, obviously. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:38 PM Flag
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PS 173. Upper West Side. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:14 PM Flag
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No such school on UWS. Try again. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 04:11 PM Flag
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DC is going to legacy school this fall for K, very excited feels like I am going to first day of school all over again. I know what a great experience dc will have [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 06:43 AM Flag
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What is that legacy school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 07:24 AM Flag
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collegiate [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 07:34 AM Flag
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SNORT [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 07:40 AM Flag
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That's obnoxious. Dads do post here too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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NEST, brooklyn [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 10:39 AM Flag
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congrats. If you don't know about it there is a brooklyn-nest group on Yahoo. Good resource. See you in Sept. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 12:21 PM Flag
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brooklynnesters@yahoogroups.com [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.06.08, 08:30 AM Flag
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UES, B/G twins collegiate and brearley [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 10:47 AM Flag
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la di DA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 10:50 AM Flag
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np. What's your problem? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 12:31 PM Flag
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Starting Rodeph Sholom K in the fall. Went back and forth for a while trying to decide between a TT and the Jewish education and finally rested on Rodeph. Now feeling very happy and SAFE that my child will be at such a nurturing and community-focussed school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 11:29 AM Flag
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Starting City & Country in the fall and very very excited, although not about that monthly bill. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 11:36 AM Flag
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My son is three but I'm in the public school frame of mind for him. We're zoned for ps 75, Emily Dickinson. Heard anything about it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 11:39 AM Flag
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Very well intentioned vigorous principal focussed on lifting up the disadvantaged children who make up most of the school. If you have an academically inclined child, he/she will quickly outgrow the slow pace of learning. If not, you might be okay at least for awhile. Bright kids can be very non-academic, so you have to know your kid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 12:35 PM Flag
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Dalton, Washington Heights, very happy. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.06.08, 09:04 AM Flag
[ - ] I just found out I am pregnant but I booked a cruise for Sept. Will it make me too sick being on board? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:46 PM Flag
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yes. abort pregnancy or cruise right away. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:49 PM Flag
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My morning sickness only lasted till 12 weeks, so assuming you're 4 weeks now, you may be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:52 PM Flag
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how are you on ships in general, and motion sickness? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:51 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone? My 20 mo dd sterted climbing out of her crib today. What's my next step? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:39 PM Flag
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A bed. Either toddler or regular (but with side rails). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 04:38 PM Flag
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crib tent! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 06:43 PM Flag
[ - ] etiquette question: if your parents decide to come visit and stay at your house, do they have to ask how many days are okay to stay with you, or do they just come for as long as they want and tell you how long they are staying? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.04.08, 02:14 PM Flag
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they have to tell you, or you have to ask, it's acceptable to know how long people will be in your house [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:24 PM Flag
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my parents? i wish they'd just move in! (honestly) -- but they would of course tell me up front how long they expect to be able to stay, as that's how i'd frame the question. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:26 PM Flag
[ - ] Best Preschool options in Brooklyn Heights/Cobble Hill iyo? How is Brooklyn Friends? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Toddler 07.04.08, 02:12 PM Flag
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Friends is very competitive. Open House is great but apply early. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:16 PM Flag
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op: thanks! how early is early? By the way - I apply this fall for next fall right? DD is 19 mo... ty! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:19 PM Flag
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Not sure of age cutoffs. After what I've seen the past several years, I'd apply to Open House the first day that you can (early is a big advantage with so many applicants). You may also want to consider applying broadly--also good are Plymouth, Grace, Linden Tree, Brooklyn Heights Montesssori, Cobble Hill Playgroup etc. Admissions for Friends, Packer and St. Anns have been crazy but a small few non-sib, non-legacies do get in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:28 PM Flag
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how is grace for admissions? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:44 PM Flag
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op: thank you - sorry this is a day late! this is very helpful! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.05.08, 09:34 AM Flag
[ - ] Name Poll: Hazel 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 07.04.08, 02:08 PM Flag
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Julia? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:10 PM Flag
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i like [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 02:27 PM Flag
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eh, not my favorite [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.04.08, 03:00 PM Flag
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not my top 10 [ Reply | More
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