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[ - ] Anyone have a cervical polyp? I apparently have one. The radiologist didn't seem concerned about it, but she did say that some people choose to have it removed. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.18.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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Yes, and my OB removed it at the exam when she found it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:53 AM Flag
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OP here: OR, I can't reply to your post so I'm posting here. Did it hurt when the polyp was removed? Did your OB say why see was removing the polyp? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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^^^ she, not see [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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did not hurt at all. You always remove polyps so they don't become cancerous. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:23 AM Flag
[ - ] I am making a contact list for dd's classmates. Would it be lame to put a little note on there asking parent's to shred if throwing it away? It has all of our kid's names, parent's names, numbers, addresses, and email addresses. WDYT? 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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yes, it would be lame [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:51 AM Flag
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yes, a little crazy [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:52 AM Flag
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loco [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:54 AM Flag
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why not creat a wiki, or blogsite with email and phone number, no need for addresses to on there. Also, you can make the site private. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:15 AM Flag
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^^ to be [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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NP, I need addresses on class list. DC sends birthday invites and thank you notes thru the mail [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:25 AM Flag
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what about an evite class list. We do this for soccer, tball, tennis group, and both dc classes. It works well, and less paper. Just an idea but then you don't have to worry about addresses getting out there with dc names. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:28 AM Flag
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I think its great if that is what you want. I prefer more "formal" thank you notes and invitations. Call me old fashioned. I am. :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:33 AM Flag
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I think that's a little paranoid. If someone (including you) is uncomfortable with that info being shared, then they should opt out. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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You're not sharing social security #'s or parents' birthdates so I don't see a lot of risk other than maybe (extremely unlikely) getting on some spam lists. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:40 AM Flag
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I suspect she thinks a pervert will find it and stalk the children [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:51 AM Flag
[ - ] how dorky am i - i ordered flowers for a friend and can't wait for her to get them. 1 Reply [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.18.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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mostly your dorky for posting this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:11 AM Flag
[ - ] Is IPS a good pre-school? tia 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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do you have any other choices? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:49 AM Flag
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Then its not great. Too many locations. Not the greatest teachers or directors. If it matters to you, The 40's is the best. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:50 AM Flag
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I think it all depends on the teacher you get. This holds true for every public, private, preschool in the universe. We were at IPS 35th street. Some years my kids got amazing off the charts teachers, some years were a fright sight. This holds true with my kids elem school. Luck of the draw. If it is convenient for you then I would go with IPS. I have friends whose kids got into brearley, chapin, friends, unis, etc. Most of them were held back a year and had to spend 1 year in IPS's holding pen at 45th street. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:58 AM Flag
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what's the general reputation of 45th street? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.19.08, 09:30 AM Flag
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I love IPS. Have 2 dcs at 45th Street. Very impressed by school and teachers. Nice environment...great mix of parents/kids (different professions, different ethnicities/backgrounds, etc.) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 01.12.09, 08:07 PM Flag
[ - ] Watching the view and didn't realize what a big girl Michelle Obama is, she's 5'11" and an amazon. Will this hurt him or help him? 14 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.18.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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you cannot be serious. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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No, I am serious. How can middle america possibly related to her? Not kidding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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You can't relate to people based on height? Good Lord. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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did you see the crazy feeding schedule Elisabeth has for her son? She's a nut [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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do tell [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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she has a print out of the months calender..and in each day of the month has printed in the box the food he will have that day, how many tsp or ounces, ect. She said she's doing this becuse they are introducing new foods in his diet every 4 days. Can't she just remember what she gave him 4 days prior? and if there is an issue then keep a record what he had a reaction too? She's nuts [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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not nuts, but definately type a. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:25 AM Flag
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np: what is the feeding schedule and how old is baby? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 12:42 PM Flag
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most people will never meet her in person. so her physical size doesn't matter [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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How tall is he? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:13 AM Flag
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I voted for him, will vote for him again, and don't care how tall she is... i do wonder if McCain's wife will also be asked to The View though... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:16 AM Flag
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She already did. Isn't she tall, too? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:30 AM Flag
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oh... I missed that. Did she say anything interesting. And I think it's her hair that's tall [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:36 AM Flag
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she is a multi-millionaire texas blonde lady - how's that for relatable? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 12:44 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone have a great OB or midwife who delivers at St. Vincent's in Manhattan? Extra points if they take United. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.18.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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There are much better hospitals to give birth at. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:56 AM Flag
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My internist is with St V don't listen to the others, some have problems at any hospitals :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:07 AM Flag
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Head north 40 blocks to Roosevelt, and the quality of care will improve dramatically from St. V [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:10 AM Flag
[ - ] My son who is general ed may be placed in an inclusion class next year for first grade -- are there any BTDT parents who can advise me on wether this is a plus or a minus for my son? 24 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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It totally depends on your son. Is your son special ed, or general population in CTT? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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Really? I'd hope it was because the Gen Ed teacher has fewer students to work with so he will get more attention. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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That isn't the way the CTT class works. Both teachers help all the students. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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no, according to the teachers, they pick ten high performing gen ed students, almost like honors students, to be in this class. it worries me that he might be picked because they can afford to overlook him. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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Talk to parents who have kids in there currently. That's the best gauge, IMO. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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good advice. OP, stop by the class in the next few days and ask some moms if you can bend their ear for a few minutes. Somehow, delicately make sure you are talking to a general ed mom [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:46 AM Flag
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What school (if not comfortable telling, OK). And does your school have a policy that every child should experience a CTT class? I know of at least one that does, so if that is the case, do it for first. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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107 in park slope, and I think this may be their first CTT class. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 10:20 AM Flag
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OK, that is what I thought. I would have been the perfect candidate for this as a child. I was one of the brightes in the class and always had my work finished first. I also enjoyed mentoring and taking care of other children. It would have been a terrific thing. My ds on the other hand, while bright - does not have the personality to benefit from a CTT class. He tends to behave "to the lowest common denominator". Meaning, if a group of children start yelling and fighting - he's going to be right there in the mix fighting for what he beleives instead of walking away from the trouble. If a group of children giggle and interrupt the teacher, he will too. If the group is well behaved - he is too. So, I would not put him in a CTT class for that reason and that reason alone. I like learning from others, I like being exposed to all sorts of abilities and strengths, I like the idea of CTT for the special ed children and the special children who can help them. So, it all boils down to what you think is best for YOUR son. Good luck! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:39 AM Flag
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There is more to my post. It got cut off. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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my son has been in CTT for K & 1st grade and it's not a place for behaviorally difficult children; In fact - I've seen just as many - if not more behavior issues in other classes; I think it's unfair to assume that the kids in CTT are more behaviorally challenged and that your child would behave to a low denominator because he was placed there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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I did not assume anything. I shared my thoughts on CTT. I'm sorry if it offended you. It was not meant to. It was meant to help OP [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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BTDT mom: Prior to dc being in CTT class this year, I was very in favor of this. After this year, I would strongly advise against it. You may be lucky and have a wonderful experience, or you may be like us, and have a really crappy year. It depends on the student mix. This year, the class had several kids who were big behavioral problems (e.g. had to call security officer to the class several times, kids got suspended for various infractions). The teachers did what they could be were overwhelmed by these few kids. In addition, our dc is reading and doing math way above grade level, and the teachers did what they could to enrich her, but it was still less than she would have gotten in a regular class. I think CTT is great and wonderful for special ed kids, but not such a great experience for gen ed, especially if your kid is on the brighter side. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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was this in elementary or middle school??? was this in nyc? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 10:22 AM Flag
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Manhattan 2nd grade at very well-regarded school [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 10:53 AM Flag
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It can be a great experience due to the teacher:student ratio. It depends on the teachers, and the mix of kids. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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what level is the special ed? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:40 AM Flag
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op here - it is learning special ed, not behavioral or emotional or phys problems... this is what they said [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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That's what they say, but it may not always be true. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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in a regular CTT classroom - the kids should be learning at least on grade level if not above; They may just need a little extra attention to focus [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:47 AM Flag
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What does that mean? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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former CTT K teacher - gen ed - basically your son was chosen because he's a smart, well-behaved child - DO NOT agree to it if it the first year of the program - the teachers will spend half the year learning how to work together - it can be a real disaster! if it were a proven program, with experienced teachers, then it can be wonderful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 10:37 AM Flag
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My experience at 107 is that the great students don't get a lot of attention. Not sure how this would pan out with inclusion. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 07.25.08, 07:50 PM Flag
[ - ] repost. what's your opinion on getting need-based benefits if you can manage without it? something like financial aid even if you can pay the entire amount. or wic benefits even if you can really buy your own groceries. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:30 AM Flag
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Live your life, make your moral decisions and leave others to do the same. If I needed the help, I would take the help [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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as a mom who gets financial aid for my dcs school, I can tell you that they really go through your financials and see if you really need it. Unless you have some way to stash money away...but I know with a hhi of 90k, no way we could pay 30k for each of our 2 dc [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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I was a caseworker (many moons ago) with welfare and medicaid and it pissed me to high heaven when ppl came to get recertified for their benefits driving a new $$ car and wearing $$$ clothing and jewelry. I grew up in the ghetto and still live there so I knew many of the ppl coming into my office. I also knew so many ppl who really didn't need it collecting it. I'm all for aid of all kind for those who need it. It really disturbs me when ppl abuse the system [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:43 AM Flag
[ - ] fhjfy 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:20 AM Flag
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is that the new way to say FITTY [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:22 AM Flag
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lol, no did that by mistake, dont ask [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:43 AM Flag
[ - ] DH just got job offer. currently makes 82k, and likes his job (but has been there 9 years). new job is w/good company, offering 95. he's not sure this is enough to make the jump from a job he likes. 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:19 AM Flag
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Why was he looking for a new job? Can he try to get a counter offer from his current job? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:20 AM Flag
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yes, he was looking for new job. really no where for him to advance in current job, and wanted more responsibility and more money. is 10k enough to leave a job for? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:24 AM Flag
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make sure to factor in benefits too. if you have to pay much out of pocket that may leave you with little to no extra monthly take home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:21 AM Flag
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has he been moving in his company? is he in a funk? if no and yes, then i'd say jump. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:24 AM Flag
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let his company have the opportunity to match it - it is not a lot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:19 AM Flag
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is that the new way to say ditty? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:23 AM Flag
[ - ] i must be doing something wrong, just came back since 8:30am, same posts on the first page, why? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:18 AM Flag
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I know! I can't believe all the posts for restaurant & activity suggestions for the 5 y.o. and a teenager are still on top. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:20 AM Flag
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Select Sort by recency in your settings. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:21 AM Flag
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i did, doesnt help [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:44 AM Flag
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boards have been slow lately and more so since UB changed formats [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:21 AM Flag
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but they are picking up again [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:22 AM Flag
[ - ] I know this isn't technically schools, but since most here have older children, can I ask - did any of you have a child that was very clingy, separation-anxiety prone, not very verbal, emotional, etc. that ended up doing ok in daycare? I need to put my 18 mo in daycare in the fall, I think (don't think we can swing nanny) but I feel like she's going to be a total mess and that we're going to screw her up. #1 did parttime daycare but never had a second of separation anxiety in her whole life, and was also very verbal and communicated well at a young age (no frustration). Not sure what to do. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.18.08, 08:14 AM Flag
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Dd started daycare when she was 18 month and separation was horrible for the first three weeks, crying and screaming “don’t leave me” but after that she was fine and I think it helped her socially but it’s not so easy on you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:20 AM Flag
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Do you think it was the right decision, or do you think she would've done better with a nanny? I would prefer daycare for many reasons, esp. since her beloved nanny is leaving at the end of the summer, but I don't want to make her a total wreck [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:23 AM Flag
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She really loved it and we keep her there until she was 2.5 (when her little sister was born) then switched to nanny/preschool. I like a nanny better just because it was easier for me, also with daycare we were at it seemed to have a lot of teacher turnover which was hard on dc. I don't know if there is a "right" choice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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Thanks. I'm so worried about this decision! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:31 AM Flag
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just do your homework on the daycare if you feel that it is quality your dc will be fine. And remember if you really feel it's not working you can change it up. I understand the stress though. GL to you! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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they adjust. fwiw - we had situation similar to poster above and switched to preschool/nanny when dc 2 came along. i can tell know how my first really benefited from starting daycare around 18 months - yes, there were issues and we had to switch him at one point - but it was all transparent to him. This will NOT screw up your kid - the drop off is usually harder on the mom than on the kid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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Separation anxiety is at its height developmentally at age 18 mos. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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That's one of my big fears. THat age, her not being verbal, her nanny leaving at the same time, huge change to her schedule - ugh, ugh, ugh. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:56 AM Flag
[ - ] Did you pick up your 30 lb or more toddler when newly pregnant? I try not to but it is almost impossible not to at time. 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Expecting 06.18.08, 08:09 AM Flag
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of CO [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:10 AM Flag
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sorry, that was meant to be: of COURSE, just be careful, lift with legs not back if you possibly can, and go slow! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:11 AM Flag
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yep. didn't even try to not pick them up. it is impossible. but also didn't know that i wasn't supposed to pick them up? if anything, I feel that now at 30 weeks pg, I should do less picking up, but again...so impossible. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:10 AM Flag
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yes, no choice really. I think it's more of an issue as I get bigger. OB just continues to stress using my legs, not my back. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:13 AM Flag
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How do you do that? Make sure you bend??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:21 AM Flag
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bend with your knees, keep your back as straight as possible. worst possible way to lift is to bend at the waist and keep your legs straight. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:22 AM Flag
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thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:56 AM Flag
[ - ] Any NEST parents on? Dh and I are trying to decide if we should move closer to the school. We'd prefer not to leave our neighborhood/apt., but I feel like as two working parents, we're going to be really out of touch with the school community unless we live closer. I'm not worried about the bus commute for dd, but I am worried about how we can participate as a family when it involves 2 subways and a 15 min walk. Thanks 26 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.18.08, 08:08 AM Flag
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we are new nest parents and get this one - we had just moved blocks away from our zoned school two months ago and now will make the commute. I think the difference is that it is NOT a neighborhood school so a lot of people are in the same boat - the way I am rationalizing it is that it is not an easy commute for most people so everyone has to make an extra effort but if you love the school it will be worth it. There are days that dh and I laugh because pre-kids we had a great place in the East Village - who would have known?? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:11 AM Flag
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Do not move for this. Take occasional days off work to get involved if you feel you have to. Your child is going to the school not you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:11 AM Flag
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ITA. What's all this about parents want to be part of the community, etc? Yes, take time off and help out at school but beyond that leave the school to your child and live your life. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:12 AM Flag
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We're doing NEST from far away, and we're hoping to make connections with other families in our neighborhood (UWS), or at least upper Manhattan, early on. Do playdates early in the year, encourage the kids to become friendly. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:12 AM Flag
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For the two NEST responders above - do both parents work in the household? I would be much less concerned if one of us were home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:15 AM Flag
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We both work, but one of us has a flexible schedule. But I'm not sure how moving closer would help, if you're both working long hours. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:17 AM Flag
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No, we're not working long hours, really, and we both have some flexibility, but I'm thinking of things like PTA meetings, Reading Partners, publishing parties, etc. I have no sense of how often families are invited to participate in the school. I also think she'd love doing the afterschool program a few days, but there's no way we can pick her up from there (no school bus at that time) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:19 AM Flag
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One thing we've been thinking about is carpooling home or something once a week, so that our kid could do once-a-week afterschool programs. Don't know if that'll be feasible. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:25 AM Flag
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Ooh, that's a GREAT idea. Never even thought of that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:25 AM Flag
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PTA meetings vary between morning and evening so both sides can be included. Parents as Reading Partners is up to you. (I do it once/month, dw every other week, another dad I know does it every week.) FYI: the afterschool thing is till 6pm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:27 AM Flag
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ditto - i have more flexibility than dh and I will actually probably drive dc to school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:22 AM Flag
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Drive to school every day and you'll have friends coming out of the woodwork. (I'm kidding but drive and reach out to the family of one or two kids in the area and you'll be the bomb!) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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that's kind of what i am hoping - maybe can carpool and meet some other people - i would seriously let someone else drive my car if they could pick up. I have to LOL as we almost sold our car and now I can't believe i may be driving my kid to school (HATE TO DRIVE) but this will beat a 45 minute commute. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:57 AM Flag
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Made a good friend in dc's K class with a mom who drives. She took us on some of the cold winter days and it was great. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:09 AM Flag
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if someone can stomach my driving and will buy me a cup of coffee in the a.m. I will gladly take them! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:18 AM Flag
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With an attitude like yours, you'll do fine. I have met some really nice folks at NEST. Good luck. See you in Sept. (I'll be the parent with the cutest first grader!) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:25 AM Flag
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Most of the rest of the families are in a similar boat. I guess community comes from drop off, pick up, some parties, and events at the school. I would not move from a place I loved to be closer to NEST. I am commuting from Brooklyn. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:20 AM Flag
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Where do you live? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:36 AM Flag
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Hell's Kitchen [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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My DH and I also work full-time and manage to be involved. We have both done the parent reading, attended PTA meetings etc. Since our child is on a bus though, we are not there at drop-off or pick-up and while I think that you can end up knowing lots of folks just by showing up at the scheduled events and volunteering for parent reading here or there, I think there is a different level of community among the parents who either are SAHMs or have flexible schedules. Moving closer won't help with this. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:48 AM Flag
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I am a new Nest parent and I am so psyched! Can anyone tell me a little bit more about the after school program? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:23 AM Flag
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It's done by Wingspan. You can google it. THey have the schedule that they offered NEST students last year, and it looked AMAZING. And very affordable, too. But NEST admin did warn me that it won't necessarily be renewed for the year, esp. with the school going to 1200 students for the fall - they may not have enough room onsite so they might have to contract out with another org who will transport the kids offsite [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:26 AM Flag
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NEST parent: My ds did it one day/wk this semester. He loved it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:45 AM Flag
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They're registering for the Fall now, though. Seems like they'll be there at least the first part of the year. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 05:28 PM Flag
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Ditto here - so excited, and I've only met really nice parents from there. The commute is going to be a drag for pretty much everyone I think. I'm hoping there will be an element of "bonding through adversity" to that aspect of it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:32 AM Flag
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we plan on trying the commute for A whilebwith the goal of movingbafter wesuss out the situation and plant some roots in the new community. It's potentially 13 years and I think as closeas can be is best. But you don't needto decidejust yet. And congratulations. This whole schools thing, public private has been hellish. I'm glad it's over [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 09:57 AM Flag
[ - ] Please recommend your RE - preferably uptown...TIA 2 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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TTC 06.18.08, 08:01 AM Flag
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What's RE? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:23 AM Flag
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Reproductive Endocrinologist [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:57 AM Flag
[ - ] My dd's school was a nice place at one time. Not anymore... very sad. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.18.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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Why? What school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:05 AM Flag
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it's in LIC - PS78Q [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:07 AM Flag
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does dd still attend What happened to the school? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:18 AM Flag
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New principal came in last year. It divided the entire school community parents and teachers. The staff is so unhappy. It truly is so sad. It was a great school with such potential. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:20 AM Flag
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The parents should demand that the principal meets the teacher/students needs. Be proactive it sound like the school still has a chance if the parents are willing to get involved enough [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:23 AM Flag
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that's just it - most of us have backed off - it's never ending. It was so bad - parents who were friends no longer talking and the staff is the same way. I can't imagine who thinks this is a good place to be. The scores for testing are still good, but that's because that's all they do now in the beginning of the year - TEST PREP. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:26 AM Flag
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He really just makes your life miserable if you don't agree with him - so his staff walks around afraid of him. A product of the DOE's principals academy! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:28 AM Flag
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So sorry If you truly feel it is hopless I would find another school for dc [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:30 AM Flag
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That's my only option right now [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:34 AM Flag
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& new parents are dying for their kids to go their because of the scores - they should know what he's like [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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What has changed with the school (besides test prep)? There can be some growing pains with a new principal because most people are resistant to change, good or bad. It's hard to be rational and analyze whether the changes are for the good or not. And the rumors, backtalk etc. BTDT. It's exhausting. But eventually people settle down and hopefully there's a net gain all around. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:35 AM Flag
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Well..that's what I thought. This is actuly the end of his second year and it seems to have gotten worse. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:37 AM Flag
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Can the UFT rep and SLT do something? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:41 AM Flag
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the UFT rep is afraid of him and says nothing [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:42 AM Flag
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The SLT fills out a review form. The parents are also asked to fill out that survey that comes in the green envelope. Perhaps you all can use that to draw attention to your unhappiness. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:45 AM Flag
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Sorry I have to run now - I'll watch post and check back later [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.18.08, 08:43 AM Flag
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