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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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[ - ] So not understanding how UB works. Why are posts jumping around? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.20.08, 06:45 PM Flag
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Click on sort by recency and then save as default [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:50 PM Flag
[ - ] Best online site for swimsuits? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.20.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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kids or adults? budget or lux? any sizing issues or concerns [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:02 PM Flag
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lands end [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:03 PM Flag
[ - ] Can I fit 3 kids in Volvo XC90? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:41 PM Flag
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not comfortably, it would be a tight squeeze... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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if you use the third row for one in a booster it works [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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but then they have to hop over the back of the middle seat or get in through the hatch every time they want to get in or out... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:40 PM Flag
[ - ] so what are some theories or facts that there are so many 98 and 99 scores? 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.20.08, 06:41 PM Flag
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my theory is .. the best and brightest in many industries come to work in nyc. they mate. they have smart children. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:45 PM Flag
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And the people whose dc got these scores post over and over and over and over about it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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no, this is a fact. Come on. DOE published 1000 kids got over 97. That was very skewed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:56 PM Flag
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Almost 1000 out of ~50,000 dc who took the test. In an affluent, urban center like NYC that's really not so skewed. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:13 PM Flag
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I think this figure was for D3 alone, wasn't it? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:14 PM Flag
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Anyway, there were equal number of 99ers, 98, and 97. There are supposed to be far more 97ers than 99ers. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:15 PM Flag
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How do you know what the breakdown was between 99s, 98s and 97s? Has the DOE published that? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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There should be the same number of each, if it's an even distribution. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:36 PM Flag
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np. No one wants to hear your pesky FACTS! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:05 PM Flag
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No, those figures are for the whole city. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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the bracken may have elevated some scores as well [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:47 PM Flag
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this always make me laugh, as my 99 overall kid scored a 95 on the BSRA. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:24 PM Flag
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1). The same people are posting. UB is not a true sample of what's going on; 2) People prep their kids; 3) people lie [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:51 PM Flag
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There are not that many. Just a lot of moms who post here who have them [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:21 PM Flag
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Parents only have their dc tested if their dc are bright enough to score high. No reason to bother with the testing unless you REALLY think you have a gifted/talented dc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:23 PM Flag
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Not really. 50,000 families thought their kids were all 95+? DOE said very early cutoff would be 95 which deterred some from even trying. Then they lowered the bar to 90. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:22 PM Flag
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The test has two few questions to do age norming without distorting the curve. This is what happened. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.21.08, 12:54 PM Flag
[ - ] can anyone suggest a hotel in boston - near the downtown area (i.e. so there are places to eat w/kids nearby etc.) for us and our kids that won't cost $800 a night? 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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there's a hotel in boston by the wharf -- i think it's called the harborside -- very nice hotel and they even have an indoor pool. and it's not too old, so it's nice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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There are also several hotels in the Copley Square area, including a Marriott Courtyard. Great area, lots of shops and restaurants. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.21.08, 05:59 AM Flag
[ - ] Volvo XC90 - will it fit my 3 kids? Don't want to get a minivan 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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How old are your kids? We have 2.5 yo twins and a third coming in August. Need a minivan, but refuse to get one. We are going with a 2009 Honda Pilot. Really want a third row of seats that can be used if necessary. The Volvo is a nicer looking car, but don't know if it can really handle your size needs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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7, 4, and a newborn. I too am resisting getting a minivan. Want a SUV that isn't huge but still will fit my growing family. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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This is a dumb question, but the 7 yo is out of booster by now, correct? I think an SUV with a third row (even if small) is fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:50 PM Flag
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NP: the "new" standard is 8years and 80lbs, which ever comes last [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:53 PM Flag
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I just went through the same thing last fall..Wanted the Volvo, DH said No (he is 6'4") not enough head room etc..We have three kids 7-5-3 and we go back and forth between CT & NY..I crawled through; test drove & kicked the tires with the kids & their seats. I ended up getting the Honda Odyssey, I loved the Volvo but I couldn't fit the kids plus what ever equipment the kids needed like car seats, skis, bikes, beach chairs etc. After driving the Honda Odyssey for 7 plus months, I have to say I love it there is plenty of room and the kids have their own space and DON'T FIGHT!! Plus I officially got my first speeding ticket in it and didn’t think I was going that fast.. l.o.l. Good luck I know what you’re going through and it's not any fun.. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:03 PM Flag
[ - ] So what are some theories or facts that there are so many 98 and 99 scores? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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because all our children are gifted [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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it's called "prepping" [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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it's called sarcasm [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:41 PM Flag
[ - ] Tell me if I am crazy. (please don't!) We have found a house we love and can afford, in a Chicago neighborhood that is quite expensive. Thing is: it's a 2 bed, and we have three small children age 5 and under. The trio shares a room now, and I know they don't want to split up, but are we nuts? We have 5 beds now, in a crappy nabe. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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how many sq ft? probably nuts, especially if they are not all either dd or ds. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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they are 2 girls and a boy. They are very, very close and I know our 4 year old son's heart would break if we put him in his own room right now. however, I know this can't last forever. I don't know about the sq ft. 2 large bedrooms (22X12) and a nice basement playroom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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They may not mind now, but it may not be possible for them to share for the long haul. I shared with my sister my entire childhood. But I don't think we could have shared with a third. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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op: our plan is to build out in about a year and a half, after I'm back at work. It won't be forever. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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Have you done this before? Are you certain that you will get the permits, the certificate of occupancy, etc? It isn't always so simple to expand a house. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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there is a huge amt of room for expansion. I don't know why we would not get the permits. every house in the neighborhood has an add on [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:43 PM Flag
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I was in contract to buy a house in Chicago (the city). At the end of the day, there was no CO. Don't assume that just because there are other houses with expansions that you will be able to expand. Hire an architect before you do anything else. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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what does this mean, CO? and what part of the city, just curious? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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oh, than probably not too bad if they are already sharing and get along fine. Why do they share a room in a 5 bdrm house though? I'm curious [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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they like to share. we have discussed splitting up and they all protest. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:42 PM Flag
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but why did you start them sharing in the first place? I really am not judging, I'm trying to decide if doing this would be best so that they learn to get along at a younger age. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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I do not know, I never considered anything else! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:45 PM Flag
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honestly, I think maybe because I was a lonely only! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:46 PM Flag
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I think that this is great. I'm glad that you dc get along so well! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:48 PM Flag
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they just don't know anything else, is all. I would never do anything different. I think a little kid alone in a room is so sad. it's such a crazy western thing, this i-need-my-own-room thing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:50 PM Flag
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I totally agree. I've never understood why we try so hard to get kids to sleep by themselves. I hate sleeping when dh is away.... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:52 PM Flag
[ - ] ERB. I am new to this. Got 97. Is this good enough to try TT school? Do they take mostly 98-99s? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.20.08, 06:28 PM Flag
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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You can try, of course. Realize it's not only about score, but your dc has to have a good playdate, good PSD report, good parent interview and essay, etc., etc. There are 99 kids who get rejected. It is a good score. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:35 PM Flag
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Thanks. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:05 PM Flag
[ - ] Why do dhs come to UB? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:27 PM Flag
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same reason men love to see women wrestle in their underwear. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:34 PM Flag
[ - ] If you're in private and getting finacial aid, what is your HHI and how much are you getting? 30 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.20.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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Between $100 and $200k hhi. 80% off. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:28 PM Flag
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really? That's amazing! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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Yep, we were shocked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:32 PM Flag
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That's pretty good [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:30 PM Flag
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omg, that makes me feel like we should try, i never would have considered this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:38 PM Flag
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I think someone's toying with us [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:39 PM Flag
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I am not kidding and you should try. I never thought we'd get this much, either. No multiple dc's. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:52 PM Flag
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and not on the very low end of 100k either. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:52 PM Flag
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np. I hope you guys realize that means the HHI could be $105k w/ 3 dc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:41 PM Flag
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is your dc very social and verbal?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:11 PM Flag
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Yes, but not sure how dc was at playdate. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:13 PM Flag
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thanks. Can you give me some advice about helping dc become social??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:19 PM Flag
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Hmmm... I don't know. But kids often model their parents. Maybe it might help if your dc saw you or dh strike conversations with total strangers easily or invite friends over or visit friends often (not just one on one playdate but a group one)? Just guessing here. Do you belong to some group where the group gets together on a regular basis like the church/synogue? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:26 PM Flag
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my dh and I are very social, but we do not join any group for getting together on a regular basis. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:30 PM Flag
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I was just brainstorming. Your dc might be fine anyway for playdates. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:34 PM Flag
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I want her to apply for TT this Fall, but really worried about the interview (not worry about ERB, bc she got 99 for SB and olsat). she is shy. I am sure she can not do well for the interview. do you know anything about the interview? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:40 PM Flag
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Really depends on each school. Which TT are you interested in? I can share some info. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:42 PM Flag
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all of them. Can you share some info about any TT. I want her try all. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:48 PM Flag
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OK, except for Collegiate since it's a boys' school. Spence playdate was huge. Picked up 15 or more girls. Shy girls may not do well. Reputation is they want alpha girls. Chapin picked up about a dozen girls but they separated girls into pairs which might work for your shy dd. They warmed the girls up before the pickup. Very gentle. Brearley was like Spence but with about 12 girls or so, no warm up. Trinity was only 2 kids at a time (unless you are connected and get a private one) - don't bother too much if not connected. Dalton had 4 kids at a time (2 girls, 2 boys) which was nice, I thought. Don't know about HM (wasn't interested in the Bronx schools). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:52 PM Flag
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wow. thanks very much. what is alpha girl? I really know very little about TT. Besides the playdate, is there any interview, like job interview for dc and one teacher? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:57 PM Flag
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Not for a kid. There is parent interview which is like a job interview. Bring the father, of course. Don't sound entitled or brag (unless they prompt you) - some actually made a note about reading ability (asked about if dc could). Just be yourself bec you don't want to be in a school community where you can't be yourself. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:01 PM Flag
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thanks. so for kids, only ERB and playdates, right? can mother go for the interview, not father? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:14 PM Flag
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Yes, but both should go, if possible. Everyone else does and if the father doesn't come, it doesn't look good. Maybe they will think you are not so serious about that school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:16 PM Flag
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thanks a lot!! you are so nice. Learned a lot from you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:18 PM Flag
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G/L!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:19 PM Flag
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THANKS!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:28 PM Flag
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np. Both the mother and the father should go to the parent interview. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 08:17 PM Flag
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$150K, 55% [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:12 PM Flag
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same here [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:56 PM Flag
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125K, 50% FA [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 07:22 PM Flag
[ - ] i say whoever gets the contract back to you first gets the house. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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OP here: I'll tell you I'm ready to do it. I hate to get the agent upset but it's a lot of money and it's getting late in the season. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:36 PM Flag
[ - ] Atlanta mom here - UBing from NYC. Any quesions? 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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OP guess not. I'm going to go enjoy the city now [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:28 PM Flag
[ - ] only respond w/first hand knowledge, not speculation: do fifth grade graduates of schools like PS 199, 87, 6, other solid well reputed public, gen ed programs, get in to tt privates in 6th grade? or is it better to go private even if it is 3rd tier / so called like york etc and apply out in 5th grade to better privates (assuming your dc has the grades/scores). 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.20.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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I personally know that many 199 and 87 kids stay public and go to one of the middle schools in district three that they feed into. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:18 PM Flag
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many people whoo go public are so pleased with it that they don't switch, especially if they get a good MS. those who are set on going private later, usually do. btw, my parents sent my sibs and I to ps87 way back when I went to brearley, and my 2 brothers went to trinity. I think kids coming from 3rd tier privates are at a disadvantage unlesss they are stars. perhaps you need to be a star coming from public as well these days. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:22 PM Flag
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Yes, and PS87 is extremely well connected with the middle schools in district 3. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:26 PM Flag
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I've also heard that going to PS87 gives you a bit of a leg up with the good MSs in 3. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.21.08, 06:58 AM Flag
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I know TTs love Hunter and Anderson kids (I'm sure NEST, too). Or top G&T, but not sure about gen ed. YOu don't have to be smart to be there and curriculum is not accelerated so they might be behind when they join private school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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of course you don't have to be smart to "be there": that's where tests, grades, intvs., etc come into play. My lord! you don't have to be "smart" to be in preschool either, but all these schools take most of their classes in K from preschools across the city!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.20.08, 06:51 PM Flag
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