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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I work in the industry and from experience, it is not worth it to be available 24/7 during the last week before deadline. It would completely ruin the holidays and the families who demand this are disorganized and have no boundaries and did not plan well.

I learned to make everything due at least two weeks before deadline. The results are often better because the families did not procrastinate and rush everything at last minute.[/quote]

My kid was deferred. He had a lot started before break, but it’s not like he had a lot of free time to work on all the apps earlier. He has a heavy course load, varsity sports, clubs etc.

As soon as he was done with midterms he focused on the apps. He’s exchanged multiple emails and essay drafts with his counselor over break. He finished all yesterday. I’m grateful that the counselor was available for feedback. Preparing for midterms AND completing all the apps at the same time would have been too much.[/quote]

Do you realize this is most kids? Your kid is not unique.[/quote]

Yes, my point is that I think my kid is fortunate to have a college counselor to contact during break, and this shouldn’t be unusual.[/quote]

Nor should it be the norm.  It’s called Winter break for a reason and contrary to your apparent belief it’s not just for the students.[/quote]

My father was a CPA. He always worked longer hours (including weekends) around tax time. To make up for that work schedule, he took a lot of time off in the summer to be with the family. I always appreciated him being around when we were off from school. It was awesome for us, and necessary for his successful business. [/quote]

When do you think that college counselor's kids are off from school and would appreciate them being around?[/quote]

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