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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We just found out about private school admissions for several of our friends' children. They did amazingly well and got into the most competitive middle and high schools. 
My kids applied in the last few years and didn't get into the more competitive schools. We were disappointed, but it is what it is. 
I can't help but feel a little sting that all these kids are getting into schools that my kids were rejected from--mostly because I do not understand what set them apart. Our kids all seem very similar--well-rounded with good grades/school involvement, nice kids. Families are nice. Parents are involved. Everyone is UMC or wealthy. We are close with these families so I don't think they are doing any crazy, amazing ECs or accomplishments that I don't know about. I know their grades (similar to my kids). 
What sets kids apart in 5th or 8th grade? Essays? letter of Rec? Parent essays? Family involvement in schools?
I think my kids are great, so I wish I knew what prevented them from gaining admission. 
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Admissions to these schools isn't as fair, predictable, or logical as many think.  It's difficult for staff to choose between candidates that look the same.

And the value of differentiators --- such as they are --- shifts around from year to year or even week to week during the process.

Especially at the margins, it's highly subjective and even capricious.

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