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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Non-thank you note writing PP here. Why would I thank them? It seem pretentious to thank them. I think we have very different views on education/role of private schools.[/quote]
Np here. (kid had 3 accepts 2 yrs ago).  They're selling you something. Why would you show gratitude to an entity that is hoping to sell you a product?

When you tour Equinox, LA fitness and Sport and Health, because you want to find a good gym for you, do you hand write a letterhot the membership manager thanking for his time after he gives you a tour and after your 1hr complimentary workout (playdate)?  Would it occur to you at all to wax on about how you could "really see yourself there" and how Equinox seems like such a great fit?

Private school is the same business model but with more limited membership. And that's the crux --competition. Not manners. Writing letters to school is about competing. So do write if you think it means you're more likely to win, but stop insulting everyone by claiming you're more "polite" and demonstrating good manners by writing.

Wrong analysis. The selling model you use is inapt to school applications. School interviews are analogous to college interviews and job interviews: good form is to write a thank-you note after an interview.

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