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[ - ] Why do colleges use the quarter system? 7 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Do they? [ Reply | More
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??? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:53 PM Flag
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https://www.collegeadmissionspartners.com/college-admissions-counseling/trimester-college-calendar/ My dc's college was a trimester college. [ Reply | More
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Ok....... [ Reply | More
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Some UCs do, I think it alleviates the pressure of getting the required classes. [ Reply | More
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Very few do. Philosophy is to take fewer classes at a time, but dig deeper and go faster. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 07:22 PM Flag
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Stanford, U Chicago, Dartmouth. Heavy hitters [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 10:29 PM Flag
[ - ] I had a phone interview with HR Friday morning and they told me they’d like me to come in this week since the hiring manager would be in town. The job is in a different area of the city so my only request was either early or late to accommodate travel time. I still haven’t heard back from HR to schedule the interview but they said the manager would be in Tuesday or Wednesday. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:35 PM Flag
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OP: How long should I wait before reaching out? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:36 PM Flag
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End of day today. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:39 PM Flag
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np: I wouldn't have said that. It already implies you might have trouble commuting to this job. Don't bring up obstacles when coming to an interview. You might have dinged yourself. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:39 PM Flag
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OP: It’s possible but personally I think it always makes you look good if you are committed to the current job that’s paying you. My boss is out this week so I can probably come in or leave a bit early but I can’t be gone for a half day. If they that dings me then it’s not the right place for me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:55 PM Flag
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OP: Also perhaps I wasn’t clear, the interview is closer to my apartment but not my current job so it would be ~45 mins from my office so an hour and a half + interview. I told them that’s what would work best for me since they asked. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:03 PM Flag
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I think its perfectly normal to have a schedule request. If they want you for the job, it won't matter. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] If you receive a specialized high school spot do you need to take it ? 13 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:22 PM Flag
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“Need?” No. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:24 PM Flag
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Yes, or they will never allow your child in public school again. Younger siblings too. [ Reply | More
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Lol [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:26 PM Flag
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i believe you do 2 separate applications. 1 for specialized, 1 for all other, and 1 for laguardia. so can do 3 applicaitons [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:26 PM Flag
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Yes, one kid can end up with 3 high school offers [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:28 PM Flag
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No. I turned down Stuy in favor of LaG (for me, not dc) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:28 PM Flag
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Is your DC liking Lag ? My dc is there too [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:29 PM Flag
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She didn't like it but as an alum (me) I can see a lot of positive changes now that they have a new principal. What's done is done, she's in college now. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:37 PM Flag
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Unless the system is greatly changed, your DC's acceptance letter will have her SHS and her non-specialized HS, and she picks one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:52 PM Flag
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I thought there was some sort of problem this year where kids were given specialized acceptance and not regular acceptance? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:01 PM Flag
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some kids didn't get a regular match, and of those, some did get a shs match - the two are unrelated. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:50 PM Flag
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no. know several kids that got into one and didn't go. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:45 AM Flag
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I actually know three: one picked Beacon over SHS (I don't remember which one), one picked Townsend Harris over Brooklyn Tech, and the third picked Clinton over LaGuardia. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:40 PM Flag
[ - ] anyone would know? scuff marks on suede shoes, how can I safely and easily remove them? after wearing a pair of shoes just a few times, I have a couple of black scufff marks on the sides, near the toe... tried with a dry cotton cloth but did not help. Thanks 3 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:19 PM Flag
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wire brush intended for this purpose [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:22 PM Flag
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There are kits for this. I messed up my suede uggs and bought a cleaning kit for them. Look almost brand new. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:37 PM Flag
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Rubber suede eraser [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:44 PM Flag
[ - ] What do you all think about Quebec or Montreal for a few days over Xmas break? Thoughts and ideas appreciated! Tia. 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Cold [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:06 PM Flag
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It'll be beautiful [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:15 PM Flag
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Quebec the province or city? If you're in NYC Montreal is going to seem more of the same. Old Town Quebec City is TINY. If you incorporate the ice skating on the river, cultural tours, maybe the waterfall day hike, then it'll feel different :) Don't know that the ice hotel is open yet then? Also beware smoking is VERY common. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:25 PM Flag
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Quebec City is known for its Christmas celebrations. [ Reply | More
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Could be cold, but pretty. Go to SugarShack outside Montreal for great food. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:29 PM Flag
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It should be very nice, but do bring warm clothes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:53 PM Flag
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There is a bus from Quebec City out to Mt. Anne so you can go skiing for the day too. It's a wonderful city and of course, amazing restaurants. Much better than going to Montreal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:55 PM Flag
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np: I preferred Montreal myself. But QC is def pretty. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:03 PM Flag
[ - ] Can you give me ideas for what to pack for aftershool snack/meal for DC who will be going to aftershool and then a 2h sport practice. Protein bars are one obvious option, what else can I prepare that will last all day? I feel like she almost needs a full meal to make it through that day. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:03 PM Flag
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Half a turkey & cheese sandwich kept separately for after school will still last all day. It got my dc through from 3pm to 6pm. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:08 PM Flag
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Banana, blueberry muffin, deli meat sandwich hard boiled eggs cheese and crackers [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:10 PM Flag
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Individual servings of hummus or PB [ Reply | More
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Hummus, flat bread, olives, cherry tomatoes. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:11 PM Flag
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Nut butter (if allowed), cheese/crackers, anything that has a cold pack will be fine. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:29 PM Flag
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Cheese/crackers/jerky; apple &PB/nut butter; trail mix. When I take DCs straight from school to sports I pack all of those options but you could certainly choose one or two in the morning and pack a separate bag. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:59 PM Flag
[ - ] I get why SAHM moms who need a little extra cash are attracted to FB MLM schemes, but why would someone with a good job and plenty of money get involved in this? It is so awkward. I usually end up buying some little thing just to be polite. Maybe the business model is based on this. 16 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:00 PM Flag
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People are highly persuadable. Especially women searching for meaning in their lives. Most of us have probably had these brilliant little Mrs. Fields Cookies-type ideas at one point or another, but we were left to realize on our own pretty quickly that we're not all cut out to be the next great entrepreneur. MLMs are nefarious in that they lie to your face about how much money you can make, and then if you fall short of those goals they blame you for not working hard enough. Bad people. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:06 PM Flag
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To get out of working for others and have more control of their future. Or to supplement. They can be lucrative [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:06 PM Flag
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Not really and a lot of friends start to avoid you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:16 PM Flag
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OP: That's what I don't get. I would be so uncomfortable selling to my friends. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:19 PM Flag
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A mom I once knew had a pampered chef party. Someone got her to host one in her home. I remember the sales lady said if we played a game then our mom friend would get a free product but only if we "all" played the game. So the "game" was picking slips of paper out of a bowl for "prizes." There were 10 of us, fully 6 of us got "a pampered chef party for you and your friends in your home!" The other people got like 10-30% off the products, which are of course already overpriced. That mom was so embarrassed that she was the one who dropped all of us. She couldn't look us in the eye. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:44 PM Flag
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wow [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:33 PM Flag
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The "get out of working for others" mantra is such BS. They are still working for others. For whoever their "coach" is, and the company. They don't own anything. They need to hustle hustle hustle if they want to see any profit. And the only way to do that is to bring other people onto their "team". [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:17 PM Flag
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No they can't. 99% of the people who do MLMs make only a fraction of what they'd earn with a minimum wage job, and without benefits. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:41 PM Flag
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I don't get it either. I don't buy anything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:17 PM Flag
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It is so ridiculous. They all sound the same. If you look at the marketing strategies, they all have a similar sound. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:28 PM Flag
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pressure from friends doing it. I know 2 people with good jobs who got sucked in by friends - I think the parties and the trips look like a fun escape, these companies put on a good show on social media [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:30 PM Flag
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Idk, maybe they just like the product? Bored at work and want something? I don't begrudge these things. I've bought pampered chef items, Avon etc. It's not a big deal to me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:30 PM Flag
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Because maybe they didn't have such a good job and $$$. I can't think of one reason to get involved with a MLM. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:19 PM Flag
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Yes, the business model is totally based on this. I don't buy anything, even from family or close friends. I feel like it just perpetuates the MLM scams. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:22 PM Flag
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My sister sells Arbonne and I don't buy anything from her. Tacky. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:45 PM Flag
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My cousin too. She sent me a bunch of free samples and brochures. I wrote back and told her I was happy with my Walmart-brand products. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:40 AM Flag
[ - ] If your kid was miserable in public, couldn’t move, and you could not afford private what would you do? SAHM. 27 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Meaning you can’t move to another public (nyc). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:54 PM Flag
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I would help my kid by noticing all the good things about the school he is in. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:56 PM Flag
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Homeschool! [ Reply | More
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Yes, OP is trying to start a homeschooling tread to stir the pot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:58 PM Flag
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Sorry-fairly new here and didn't realize that was a controversial topic. We were in a similar situation with one of my 3 (though we did try traditional private) and finally found luck with homeschooling, though probably not as most think of homeschooling. He worked at his own pace, had a few structured classes a week with others like him, and checked in with his mentor once a week. Yes, there was cost involved, but less than private and he was sooooo much happier. He's now a sophomore at a top public university in the honors college. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:04 PM Flag
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Op: it’s not my kid. My answer would be get a job. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:29 PM Flag
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Why is he/she miserable? And are you implying they will be happier in private? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:57 PM Flag
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Kids with major behavior issues in the classrooms. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:59 PM Flag
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All of them? Can you ask for him to be moved to a different class? [ Reply | More
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If there’s one violent kid isn’t that enough? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:29 PM Flag
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As in really violent? What does that child do? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:31 PM Flag
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As in threatening death, from at risk family, can’t be kicked out because it’s public. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:31 PM Flag
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Troll [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:35 PM Flag
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Oh, so very untrue. It is shockingly easy to get a kid kicked out of a public school. What you can't do is kick the kid out of the system. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:54 AM Flag
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Please. It’s the first month of school. Get over your miserable child self [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:11 PM Flag
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what age, and why so unhappy public? another school may not fix issue [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:58 PM Flag
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I would try and find out of school experiences that compensate and work on strategies to make school more manageable - is the primary issue academic or social? [ Reply | More
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I would be in there every other day meeting with the teachers, the guidance counselor, the principal, etc. to get them to focus on the problems and address them. You have to be a squeaky wheel. [ Reply | More
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I would do this--and if my child was still miserable try to find another option. Charter? Homeschool? [ Reply | More
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This! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:08 PM Flag
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Not this [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:12 PM Flag
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I have a friend who decided to home school this year. Her child is in middle school. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:19 PM Flag
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What grade>? What is the reason for the "miserableness"? Could you be feeding it by asking leading questions? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:28 PM Flag
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Middle school. At-risk kids who got spots per DeBlas. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:31 PM Flag
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Good gracious. Troll post if I ever saw one. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:34 PM Flag
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move to a different public. try a religious school - most aren't very expensive and may give aid. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:47 AM Flag
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sounds like this is a troll post. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:48 AM Flag
[ - ] What is your company's policy on taking time off for school tours? Not college, but taking a half day here and a late morning there. 6 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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A half day/morning off is NBD, no one really tracks that. But if there's something I need to get done or a deadline I might work later just to make sure I'm getting everything done. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:52 PM Flag
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would have needed to take half vacation day. had no flexibility! so now, SAHM [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:59 PM Flag
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I have all flexibility I need. But I also make 20% less than I could, my job is a little boring, and I have to be willing to work weekends and vacations and evenings if necessary. It doesn’t happen all that often but it always could. [ Reply | More
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No big deal, since everyone goes through the process. Public probably less invasive, because the privates wanted multiple visits, by both parents, at multiple times of day. Public doesn't care about who brings the kid. [ Reply | More
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There's no special policy for school tours. You are allowed a certain amount of time off and you use it for whatever you need. That said, many companies are flexible about coming in late/leaving early if you make up the time and don't miss deadlines. Every company is different. [ Reply | More
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Late morning wouldn't be tracked so as long as it was rare, it would be fine. If you are going to be out half a day, you are supposed to note it in the vacation system but most people don't seem to actually use it. I'd probably just take a vacation day if I was going to be gone half the day anyway. [ Reply | More
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[ - ] Any Mott Hall parents on? 24 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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Mott Hall II ? What is your question? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:54 PM Flag
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Yes. Looking at D3 middle schools. The test scores seem lower than I would expect. [ Reply | More
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test score for what? 6th grade state test ? [ Reply | More
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Yes. [ Reply | More
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They trended down a lot the last two years. [ Reply | More
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From my personal experience, the grade has a group of ICT students and also non English speaker students (Yes, they came in at 6th grade as well) who would bring down the scores. On the other hand, there's also a group of strong students who would do just as well at Booker (I saw their works). The school scores do not paint a complete picture. If you DS is strong, there's no reason to worry. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 05:28 PM Flag
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This is helpful thanks. I like the diversity and location. [ Reply | More
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Why did this grade get a group of students like this that weren’t there in prior years? Like I said the scores seemed to have dropped a lot. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 05:44 PM Flag
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oh another fact, last yr, MH had to absorb MS 165 students. MS 165 closed down due to poor performance and MH agreed to absorb all the 165 students who wanted to go there for 7th grade. As a result, 7th g state test results dropped a lot. [ Reply | More
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Did they make the same deal with sixth graders? Because only 38% of them got a 3 or 4 in math. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 06:12 PM Flag
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The 6th grade Math teacher was my DC's least favorite teacher, let's leave at that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 06:20 PM Flag
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Did your DC do ok? Those are terrible results. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 06:25 PM Flag
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Yes, DC did well. Thankful it's DC's strong subject. [ Reply | More
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I didn't even look at the overall result. I hope this will give the 6th g math teacher something to reflect upon. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 06:27 PM Flag
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Do you think your child is being well prepared for high school? Do kids at Mott hall get into good high schools? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 08:39 PM Flag
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I give my DC supplementary works to make sure he's well prepared. I would have done this regardless if DC is in MH or Booker. I decided against Booker because of its sheer size, and trust me, more Booker kids receive supplementary works than MH's. As far as if MH students get into good HS, certainly. I know one who got into a Specialized HS, La Guardia and the reg. HS she applied to. Bottom line is if you DC is a good student and you are a parent who keep up (not helicopter but just pay attention), I don't see why he/ she wouldn't get into a good HS. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 11:04 PM Flag
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also, other's dc's performance is irrelevant. just concentrate on your own dc. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:49 AM Flag
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Thanks. My child will do better in a more nurturing environment. He also is into reading and liberal arts and is artistic so being bogged down with too much homework is not his thing. Thank you so much for weighing in today and answering so many questions. [ Reply | More
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And may I ask what supplementary work you do? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 01:32 AM Flag
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If you are still following this thread, 6th grade I did a variety from grammar (because I believe it's important), math (it's his strong subject and the school work was not challenging and ELA (it's his weaker subject). Just do couple pages on different subject on a regular basis. From what I know is Booker has lots of works beg of the year, then it slowed down mid year. It sounded like they just wanted to shock the new students and make sure they take their works seriously. If your DC likes structure and doesn't mind the big environment, Booker T is def a consideration. [ Reply | More
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I think Booker is too big for him. Is that the only one of the good D4 middle schools that has more challenging math? Do you think computer or WESS is more academically rigorous? Because I prefer Mott over those two of the academics are not better at those two. Thanks!! [ Reply | More
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All the schools you mentioned are in D3, not D4. Computer is more progressive and lax environment, it would be more suited for kids who are self motivated and proactive. WESS, I don't know too much about but I know kids are happy at both WESS and Computer. I hear kids are not happy at Booker but more at the beginning of the school year. I also know kids transferred out of Booker because they couldn't catch up or didn't want the pressure but again, I know many kids who are happy there. If you live above 96 st, CSS is another option. The tours will definitely help both you and your DC to decide. [ Reply | More
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Did you start this new post? http://www.urbanbaby.com/topics/55925202 Good to get more prospective [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 03:48 PM Flag
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Yes. And I meant to say D3! 4 was a typo. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 04:58 PM Flag
[ - ] Anyone have suggestions for a laundry detergent tgat is good for colored cotton prints? I washed a dress inside out with Tide and it looks faded after two washes. I feel like I’ve seen a commercial for this but I can’t remember the product. 10 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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woolite? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:41 PM Flag
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Please stop using tide. Try Method, wash in cold, inside out. Lay flat to dry. [ Reply | More
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Why is Tide bad? I love it [ Reply | More
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It isn’t biodegradable. [ Reply | More
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I think the commercial is for Downy fabric softener. I don't use fabric softener, so I don't know if the claims are true. [ Reply | More
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It sounds like the product is defective, not the laundry detergent. I have many items over 10 years old that never faded. [ Reply | More
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Op- i can’t tell if it’s the dress material or the new detergent (I just started using it). Do you use Tide powder, liquid or pod? [ Reply | More
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I use the liquid. I seem to find powder leaves a bit of a residue. Was it a delicate item? Wash on a delicate setting or hand wash. I'd call the company or store and get refund. Nothing should fade so soon. Wash on cold too. Most detergent is fine on cold and we aren't rolling in mud that needs a hotter setting. [ Reply | More
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Woolite dark [ Reply | More
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Try Persil [ Reply | More
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[ - ] How does 14St Y compare to 92nd St? 23 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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They are different Ys. [ Reply | More
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Sorry, I don’t follow. What do you mean? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:48 PM Flag
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14th St is YMCA. 92nd St Y is an elite Jewish Y with a competitive pre-school and other draws, like celebrity speakers and major money. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:55 PM Flag
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14th is part of the NYC YMCa. 92 is the Jewish Y. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:56 PM Flag
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No, the 14th St. Y is Jewish, too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:01 PM Flag
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np: 14th St. Y is also Jewish. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:02 PM Flag
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There is a YMCA on 14th. I guess there are two on 14th. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:06 PM Flag
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There is only one. I'm a member. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:21 PM Flag
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np: it always amazes me when people respond with certainty about things they don't know for certain. Why not say "oh, I didn't know that." [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:27 PM Flag
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U R dumb [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:40 PM Flag
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You may be a member, but you are wrong. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:06 PM Flag
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there are two. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:50 AM Flag
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There are 2 Ys on 14th Street. The McBurney Y is a YMCA on 14th St between 6th and 7th. The 14th Street Y at 1st Ave is part of UJA, they have a lot of Jewish programing. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:21 PM Flag
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Yes, the Jewish “Y” is the one I’m referring to. Trying to compare the two in terms of preschools. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:32 PM Flag
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There is also a Y on Houston St. I believe [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:39 PM Flag
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My DCs went to 14th street Y preschool - we loved it! I get the feeling it's a little more bohemian, relaxed than the 92nd. It's a great preschool though - wonderful teachers, down to earth families. There is a Jewish bent to it but kids of all sorts go there (we are Catholic). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:39 PM Flag
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If you're looking for preschool, just go to the one closest to your home. Also, I understand the 92nd street Y is very difficult to get into for preschool. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:02 PM Flag
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^^^Also, I know a lot of families who have sent their kids to the 14th St Y for preschool and they're all lovely families. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:02 PM Flag
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I do too. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:51 AM Flag
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completely diff. The92nd street Y is the most vaunted, overrated, full-of-filthy rich bankers school in the city. The 14th Y is very local, low key and not particularly desirable to most downtowners (Beginnings is downtown's answer to the 92nd street Y). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 07:13 PM Flag
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The McBurney Y is a privately owned fitness group. There is a building on 24th that says Y and I believe it is a residential type situation. It hasn't been functioning as a Y for at least 10 years. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:34 PM Flag
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You’re incorrect. The mcburney Y is part of the NYC Ymca. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 05:30 PM Flag
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14th Street Y runs New Country Day Camp, which is a great camp. DD loved it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.10.19, 12:41 AM Flag
[ - ] HR moms, few words of advice please: I had a phone interview last Thursday, I thought it went pretty well (but its not up to me to say) now the person in HR who had scheduled interview I had w HR director, wrote to me to say she wanted to call me later this morning to "get my feedback" on the interview. I have the call in an hour, not sure what it could mean. Also, should I prepare in some way? What should I expect? Thank you! 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:18 PM Flag
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I used to be in a position to interview and hire people, although it's been a while (I got out of management and into a different career). This sounds like the kind of situation where the candidate think things went well, but the interviewer(s) couldn't tell. Thought maybe the candidate did not really want the job. So they looked for someone else, but in the end you're better qualified than the rest of the field. But they're not sure if they want to hire you, if you don't want the job. So they're having the person on the company team who might know you best give you this phone call, to feel you out and see if you really want to be there. I could be way off, but that's what this sounds like to me. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:25 PM Flag
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np: fwiw, I doubt this is it after only one interview with HR. You haven't even met the hiring manager yet. We can all guess, but just wait and see. Good luck! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:31 PM Flag
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I remember you from last week. Don't be stressed. Nothing to prepare. It could really mean anything. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:30 PM Flag
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op, yes I had posted last week. Thank you. I so need and want the job and like you said, could mean anything. I hope things work out. I was wondering if she would be asking additional questions I should prepare for - or maybe just ask me generally how I felt about the interview (strange though, never had this kind of call when interviewing in the past) Thanks everyone for the advice. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:35 PM Flag
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Not in HR, but it could be that they are hiring for more than one position and want to see if you are interested in a different job than previously discussed. Could also be that something has changed with the position regarding start date, responsibilities, schedule, etc [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:24 PM Flag
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Looking to clarify salary expectations or see if there’s any other issues or concerns you might have. If they extend an offer they probably want to make sure you are going to accept quickly as they may have a #2 that is putting pressure on them. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:32 PM Flag
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So, Op - how did it go? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 06:03 PM Flag
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op-if you are still watching: she asked me a bunch of questions, including if I was comfortable with the project management (as apparently this was the biggest responsibility) and again how I would approach it etc. - I did not expect another interview - then she asked salary expectations and then even if there was another field in the company that I would be more interested in... ultimately that they should decide something by end of September and she will be in touch. Very strange. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.17.19, 04:10 PM Flag
[ - ] my 2.5 is in daycare 4 days a week. He started a new daycare in July and still has a complete meltdown at every drop off. They send pictures during the day and hes not crying but doesn't look that happy. You think its time to start looking for a new daycare? Hes a tough kid in general so I don't know if hes still getting used to it? 4 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:17 PM Flag
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I wouldn't switch him because then it'll just be the same all over again. I had to switch my similar aged DS to a new daycare when we moved to a new neighborhood. Which was sad because we looooved the old place and DS did too. But the new place is right around the corner from our apt. And same, he cried at drop off for the first few weeks but would be fine at pick up. Eventually he got over it. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:23 PM Flag
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+ 1. A little girl in my dds class cried every day for almost 3 months. Then she decided she loved it. Toddlers are weird. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:25 PM Flag
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Could you do a babysitter at home? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:04 PM Flag
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It's a rough age for some. I'd give it a little time. Is it overly loud? Does he have a special teacher/aide that he's bonded with at all? Not all daycares are alike so maybe? (signed preK teacher) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:01 PM Flag
[ - ] Strange and petty but I'd like to know: how would you respond if your DH got you a comparably inexpensive (and uninspired) birthday and Christmas gift, when you make a considerable effort and really push the boat out to get something nice? I'm oddly hurt by it. 17 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:13 PM Flag
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If everything else in your relationship is OK, let it go. We stopped getting each other presents, I just order something I really want and I am so happy with it. If DH and DCs do something nice, all the better. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:15 PM Flag
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+1 my new technivorm moccamaster coffee maker is my favorite! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:44 PM Flag
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I have my eyes on a silk slip dress for Christams! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:59 PM Flag
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People are different. You didn’t marry a clone [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:15 PM Flag
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I'm not a good gift giver. I buy things that I need when I need them. I don't attach a lot of weight or emotions to things or gifts. DH does, and it's a point of contention. It's to the point when I dread the thought of getting him a gift, because there's too much damn pressure. Is that what you want? Just let it go. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:19 PM Flag
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OP: would you prefer it if he suggested you both skip gift giving? That eliminates both the pressure and the disappointment. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:24 PM Flag
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would love it! We don't get each other Christmas presents, but still do birthday gifts. I don't think he'd like to drop that. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:26 PM Flag
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OP: thank you all. Helpful insight. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:24 PM Flag
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i think you should read the love languages book. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:27 PM Flag
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OP: is it "The Five Love Languages" by Gary Chapman? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:54 PM Flag
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Yes, or just you and DH take the quiz online. Gift giving is clearly not his. Doesn't mean he doesn't love you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:18 PM Flag
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easier to stop exchanging gifts and treat yourself to what you really like/want. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:43 PM Flag
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I get it. I tell DH what I want and HE NEVER GETS IT and buys me some random thing instead. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:50 PM Flag
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Is this typical of him? My DH gives n gift cards. I give him gift cards back. We each let the other one know which store we want the card for. It isn't spontaneous or romantic but we are not good at gift giving. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:30 PM Flag
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How crazy. Why bother? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 07:14 PM Flag
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He just isn't great at giving gifts. Maybe you don't voice what you like etc. I'd think this was just normal. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:56 PM Flag
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I'm a DH and some people are just more into gifts than others. Have you suggested to him what you would like? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 09:08 PM Flag
[ - ] Please, can anyone recommend a therapist to help with PPD/PPA. Seleni and motherhood center don't have availability soon enough. Sort of urgent. Pls help 8 Replies [ Reply | Watch | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:08 PM Flag
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Did you ask your on? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:16 PM Flag
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OB [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:16 PM Flag
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OP: I can't for various reasons Id rather not get into [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:18 PM Flag
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Ok. A friend call their OB? Um... any clergy in your life? They might have rec, or just dial hospitals and ask, [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:19 PM Flag
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did you tell Motherhood Center that it is urgent? They really are the #1 place for this and they will make the time for you. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 02:20 PM Flag
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NP: They are so excellent. Try them again and tell them why it's urgent. And out of curiosity, why so urgent? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:22 PM Flag
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Check Zocdoc for therapists who have immediate availability. If it's so urgent, you should be able to talk to almost any mental health professional for help. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 03:23 PM Flag
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Where do you live?Please don't isolate. Why can't you talk to your OB? Is it a religious or cultural issue? Give us a little more info and we'll do our best make suggestions. Help can be found! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 09.09.19, 04:06 PM Flag