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[ - ] NEST or Brooklyn Friends, and why? Pretend we can easily afford private. TIA! 15 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.15.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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can I just ask you if your letter for Nest was hand delivered? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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haven't gotten it yet. Just fantasizing in case we do. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:16 PM Flag
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which is closer? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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Friends [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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How much do academics vs community matter to vs? I think you'll get better academics at NEST and better community values taught at BF. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:25 PM Flag
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I'd put them equally. Would like dc to get good citizenship as well as academics. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:32 PM Flag
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Then send dc to NEST and emphasize the good citizenship at home. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:37 PM Flag
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reasons? I'm building out pros and cons list and need more. Thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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NP: I'm considering Brooklyn Friends because I was raised Quaker... the problem is, I think they're terrible hypocrites. Should I put that on my application for the 3's program? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:16 PM Flag
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np: LOL. But I have a friend with same dilemma. She did apply (not mentioning it), and did get in! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:19 PM Flag
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nnp. Why are they hypocrites? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:30 PM Flag
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Because the academics are pretty weak at BF, and I think it's easier to have dc in a school that's good on academics and you can take charge of other stuff at home. Doing the opposite is a lot tougher. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:29 PM Flag
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Thanks! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:46 PM Flag
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Brooklyn Friends, more well rounded curriculum. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:18 PM Flag
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Thanks, all! Feel free to keep the comments coming. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:20 PM Flag
[ - ] Hello Moderator --- I'm the poster that just flagged 4 of the latest school board posts. Please take these posts to the school board, and not the general toddler board. Thanks in advance. 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.15.08, 06:13 PM Flag
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thank YOU [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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I wish more people would flag the posts, they are way out of hand. You are welcome. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:23 PM Flag
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shouldn't you have posted to site feedback instead of NYC, oh pot calling kettle black [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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hardly [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:22 PM Flag
[ - ] After you puree veggies for db can you stick it in the fridge for the next day? or do you have to freeze? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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yes its okay torefrigerate but feed out a sep. container so the saliva from the spoon does not contaminate [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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How many days can it last in the fridge? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:15 PM Flag
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The same as other veggies...maybe three or four days. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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Oh great. Thank you. Then why do people freeze? Because they make a huge batch? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:20 PM Flag
[ - ] Do I need to write thank you notes for all the gifts my 3yo got at his bday party? I would not want others to have to do this for me, but don;t want to have bad manners. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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yes, write them. takes 10 minutes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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write em [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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you need to write thank you notes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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ITTA, but you have to write them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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you write, have DC draw a picture or write his name (with your help). do 2 or 3 a day, and it's over in less than a week. it's rude not to say thank you for a gift. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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Writing a thank you note is never the wrong thing to do [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.16.08, 05:06 AM Flag
[ - ] what is the best way to travel w/just-turned-1yo adnd just-turned-3 yo? do i get the stroll and go for each (for plane and rental car)? any other suggestions. tia 20 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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1 adult per child? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:06 PM Flag
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yes [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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well the umbrella stroller is the way to go for transporting to and from [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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ok, but they will each need a carseat for rental car - which we will need once there [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:08 PM Flag
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rent the car seats from the rental car company....we do it all the time and the car seats are a pita for air travel unless you want them for the plane. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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that's my question. do we need for the plane?? also stroll and go is carseat on wheels. i feel like no one respnding has btdt [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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I have one of those (it was a gift) and used it once...never again. It is heavy and difficult to maneauver. We travel often with our children and find that less is more. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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so umbrella stroller for 1 yo, walking- through airport - for 3 yo and no carseats on plane for either? rent ones when we get to destination? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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if the 1 y/o has a seat on the plane, you need to bring the car seat (the 3 y/o needs a seat, but doesn't need the car seat on the plane). also, there are often problems with the rental car seats - Avis once tried to convince my brother that his 24 lb DS could go into a Snugride with a 20 lb limit, and Hertz tried to give me one with a big crack in it for my DD. The rentals are also expensive - $10 a day, if you are going for more than a few days, you may as well just buy a new one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:17 PM Flag
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thansk you!! helpful. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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We have never had a problem...negotiate the car seat price ahead of time...we often get them for free. Also, if your or dh's work has a connection with a particular rental car co, you could get them free through that co. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:19 PM Flag
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np- we have never had a problem either. We always call the office direct and check they have the seats [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:21 PM Flag
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np- we always rent carseats. Have never had a problem [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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ita...you definitely do not want anything bigger. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:08 PM Flag
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carseats and plane seats are my big concern. forget the strolle. we have that covered [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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did you buy a seat on the plane for the one year old? If not, rent a car seat from the rental car company for that one! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:11 PM Flag
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no - not made any decisions. trying to figure out what's best [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:12 PM Flag
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imo do not waste the money on a plane seat for the one year old unless it is a long international flight. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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thanks - dh says same [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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I disagree. Even on a 3 or 4 hr flight, it's a lot more comfortable for everyone if DB has a seat, especially if there are delays on the tarmac and you end up on the plane for 6 or 7 hrs (it happens all the time). It's also a lot safer for DB to be strapped into a carseat if the plane hits turbulence (which also happens more often than you think). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:20 PM Flag
[ - ] interesting that no one is posting re chinatown schools (130, 124) 11 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.15.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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Supposedly on the D2 letter, if child was not offered a spot because parent did not rank all choices, it says there is still some room in some of the G&T programs. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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i suspect they will have space. we toured 130 and very much liked it, though I suspect a lot of ubers won't even touch the place [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:36 PM Flag
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I agree based on prior posts....both are v. good schools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:00 PM Flag
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np. We toured 130 a few years ago and liked the school a lot. The principal in particular was phenomenal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:07 PM Flag
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the principal at 124 is amazing. i emailed her right after the g&t results came out to inquire about a tour. she PROMPTLY emailed me back, while on VACATION IN CHINA. she is a v. hands on administrator and committed. unfortunately, the school, i am not convinced the school overall is the best choice for my child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:13 PM Flag
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We had the same reaction to 130. DC did end up with an acceptance to the G&T, but the lack of recess is what ultimately turned us off. We didn't get to tour 124 but I heard very good things about that one too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:43 PM Flag
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I asked earlier if anyone got 124. We did. Not sure what we are going to do...also, I suspect that many people who ranked 124 No.1 are not inclined to read or post on UB. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:40 PM Flag
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did you post on the Master list? If not, please do so. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:44 PM Flag
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130 [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:03 PM Flag
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post on master of master lists [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:05 PM Flag
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111. Not. Going. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:04 PM Flag
[ - ] Is G&T testing done all over America? Or just in the NYC metro area? 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:04 PM Flag
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most school districts with G&T programs don't start them until 2nd or 3rd grade and those are typically based on standardized tests that are normally given to all students. it's only large urban districts, like NYC, that G&T starts in K. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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My nieces in Iowa have been tested [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:10 PM Flag
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^^^ one in K and the other in 1st or 2nd [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:18 PM Flag
[ - ] The Amex commercial with Ellen is so annoying, she over does 'the people', 'my people' and 'your people' a bit much :) 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.15.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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she kind of annoys me in general [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:04 PM Flag
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ya but where the heck is my letter from the DOE - where is the letter!!!! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:07 PM Flag
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well, ellen might know, but you do realize this isn't the schools board [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:07 PM Flag
[ - ] my 4th round of clomid with IUI seems to have worked! I feel like crap and am ecstatic about it. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.15.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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Many congratulations. Enjoy your morning sickness. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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thank you :) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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gl and congrats. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:04 PM Flag
[ - ] Still no ps 116??? 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.15.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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I'm wondering if they decided not to have the g&t class after all due to the overcrowding. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:15 PM Flag
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Interesting theory....... [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:16 PM Flag
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there was one posting on one of the master lists. could be more. could be that since it was only ONE class that the parents are not on UB. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:19 PM Flag
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I just looked back and I do not see anyone with a 116 accept. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:38 PM Flag
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np: I haven't seen any either [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:39 PM Flag
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It's there. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:40 PM Flag
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the master list contains a list of schools. posters need to respond to the school with info (ds/dd, score, choice, etc.) no one has responded to 116. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:43 PM Flag
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sorry, but it is there. search with quotes, "ps 116." it is under a post from 06.14.08, 11:58 PM with 74 replies. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:46 PM Flag
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That is the placeholder on the master list to which I referred above. We are still waiting for someone to tell us they got 116. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:49 PM Flag
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my error. hard to tell that it was a place holder, especially since the posters thereafter just post as they saw fit to do so. Good luck with this master list, I suspect it will be a challenge for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:56 PM Flag
[ - ] I'm so very happy I don't have to be concerned about these crazy tests and spots in schools. Grew up on LI and your taxes go towards good schools. 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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New York City 06.15.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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honestly, everyone should be concerned about quality of schools and not just for your dc. educated population serves everyone well later on [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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I'm concerned about quality of schools, more people should work with the nyc govt to improve the schools instead of looking for ways around the current system. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:04 PM Flag
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yes, that is definitely the problem, oh, sage long islander [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:05 PM Flag
[ - ] All of this "waiting for the letter" stress is turning me into crabby, impatient mommy. The exact opposite of what I am trying to achieve by finding the best school for my child. I had to really sit myself down and give myself a stern talking to tonight to make sure that my priorities are straight when dealing with my child 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.15.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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it seems that some people have received letters. I have not it sounds like you haven't either. when did people start getting letters? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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Yesterday. They were "hand delivered" not sent through the mail [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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you are joking right? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:08 PM Flag
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It's no joke. Look at threads from yesterday and this morning. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:29 PM Flag
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ok, good for you. but give yourself a break, too. this process would make the most saintly person crabby. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:39 PM Flag
[ - ] Brooklyn help: PS 282 G&T or Brooklyn New School? Hoped for NEST--now confused. Thanks. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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NY Schools 06.15.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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when did you get your letter? tia [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:02 PM Flag
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In Saturday's mail -- Ft. Greene. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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US Mail, not hand delivered? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:04 PM Flag
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Haven;t been to 282, but I was not impressed by BNS. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:05 PM Flag
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US mail. Yes, BNS has issues, but they all do, right? Any insight on 282? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:09 PM Flag
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I've only read about it on Inside Schools. I don't know anyone with kids there. Sorry! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:14 PM Flag
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I hoped for NEST, got 282. Didn't like BNS - so although I put in the app - did not send back form for wait list. I'm deciding between 282 and private K. Please post what you decide to do. I'm wondering how many kids will actually be in 282 G&T, if its a small class maybe that will be a good thing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 07:31 PM Flag
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I haven't toured 282--will call today. What are your thoughts? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.16.08, 04:27 AM Flag
[ - ] Nanny v. day care? 5 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 05:56 PM Flag
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depends on where you live and the quality of daycare that is available. I went with daycare and I live in NYC. I didn't feel safe leaving my small baby alone with someone that I didn't really know all day and daycare here is regulated by the city and state. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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which center do you use? i'm in NYC. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:00 PM Flag
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It depends on your needs and your preferences. If you have a very regular schedule and like having adults supervising other adults (and don't want to deal with tax problems/legality issues), good day care is a great option. If you need someone who can come in early or stay late and want them to have one-on-one responsibilty for only your DCs, then hire a nanny. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 05:59 PM Flag
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also for babies they will get sick a lot less if they are with a nanny [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:06 PM Flag
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Nanny. Daycare centers generally aren't open the hours I need. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 06.15.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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