Classy way to word DD's elite college acceptance without triggering public friends & family?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:"So proud of our @Larla Lastname! All her hard work over the last few years has paid off and she's been accepted to HYP(e)! Great job, baby girl! We're really going to miss you ..."

I do not recommend this approach. I would not "like" a post like this -- it seems too boastful.

[Anonymous]

There is almost no correlation between the public/private high school issue and the public/private college issue. It doesn't even come down to cash spent as many people going to private colleges are paying less than full freight at a state school. But this is irrelevant to you because you clearly just want to gloat.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:"So proud of our @Larla Lastname! All her hard work over the last few years has paid off and she's been accepted to HYP(e)! Great job, baby girl! We're really going to miss you ..."

I do not recommend this approach. I would not "like" a post like this -- it seems too boastful.

Yep, this is douchey.

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Anonymous wrote:We never told anyone when our kid got into a top Ivy. There's no need to gloat OP. Why do you need to tell anyone?

+1000

I completely agree -- why do you need to say anything at all? Now more than ever, the most tasteful thing -- and certainly most refreshing thing -- is being quiet about your child's achievements.

[Anonymous]

Why does this go on your social media account at all?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:There is almost no correlation between the public/private high school issue and the public/private college issue. It doesn't even come down to cash spent as many people going to private colleges are paying less than full freight at a state school. But this is irrelevant to you because you clearly just want to gloat.

Nobody said there is.
That's not what this thread is about.
You're projecting.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why does this go on your social media account at all?

Have you been in a coma? Welcome to 2016!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Why does this go on your social media account at all?

Have you been in a coma? Welcome to 2016!

I've been on Facebook since 2008. My kids are in high school, and many of my friends have kids the same age. The majority are not posting humblebrags about getting admitted. Instead, they are subtle and they post in the fall when it's time to drop off at college. They post some type of photo near the dorm room or on the campus. That's it. Those are the types of photos that get "liked" because it's a legitimate topic for a post -- a big transition for the family and a big milestone for the child.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Why does this go on your social media account at all?

Have you been in a coma? Welcome to 2016!

No, not in a coma. I would never think to post online an announcement about where my child was accepted to college. Tacky.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Why does this go on your social media account at all?

Have you been in a coma? Welcome to 2016!

I've been on Facebook since 2008. My kids are in high school, and many of my friends have kids the same age. The majority are not posting humblebrags about getting admitted. Instead, they are subtle and they post in the fall when it's time to drop off at college. They post some type of photo near the dorm room or on the campus. That's it. Those are the types of photos that get "liked" because it's a legitimate topic for a post -- a big transition for the family and a big milestone for the child.

This is false. Every kid that's gotten into their target the last two weeks has been posting "Class of 2021!" and things like that with acceptance letter, wearing sweatshirt, etc. That post is then shared by the mummy.

[Anonymous]

You are basically asking if there is a "classy" way to brag and the answer is, "no". "Triggering" public school people has nothing to do with it. If you want to announce it, go ahead. This is exciting for you and your child. Congrats. Some people will be happy for you and happy to get the news, but some will also think it is bragging because it is.

[Anonymous]

Just don't. You don't need to share.

You and your DD have reached a hopeful point!! But this is a marathon, not a sprint. And this is not the finish line. If your DC hits a rough patch down the line -- or simply decides to waitress for a year after graduating from her dream university -- you may need support from friends, family. At that point, you'll be glad you took a more lowkey approach. Less pressure all around.

Congratulations, by the way! You should be very proud of your DD, and of all that you've done to support her over the years. I'm impressed!

[Anonymous]

OP has not returned for comment, which makes me think she's a troll.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Boy, I really hate the word "classy."

Me and you both.

[Anonymous]

You shouldn't share this. It's not your news. It's your child's news. It's on them to share.