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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I did the MS admissions process this cycle. I liked the interviewer; she was very personable and demonstrated familiarity with my applicant, having read the submitted info. However, we will not proceed with application completion - not due to the interview, but rather the increased understanding we have since gained about [b]the highly stressful and competitive atmosphere that worsens to an unacceptable level[/b] in US. That is not a place for our family, but the interviewer was lovely.[/quote]

Np. Can you say more about your thoughts on GDS and the stress & competition? We’re applying for MS and didn’t get that, so I’m curious what you learned. HS maybe?[/quote]

If you re-read that sentence of my post in its entirety, you'll note that I concluded with "in US". US = Upper School, meaning High School. The environment issues of concern worsen from MS to US, where it reaches an unacceptable level. The excessive hours of homework, highly stressful environment, and hypercompetitive nature amongst the school's homogenous student body of academic all-stars creates an undesirable experience for my child. You can explore/verify the environment more accurately by asking pointed questions of admissions staff and querying school alum + current students/parents. Good luck with finding the right fit for your family!
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But most of the top schools in this area will have a student body with a large volume of all-stars (even in public schools).  This is a highly educated area with students (or sometimes their parents) that are striving for the best.  So, be careful, as you may leave and find yourself in the same scenario.[/quote]

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