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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It’s weird to list every school. I’ve only seen one post like that. Yeah, one excited post about their final decision is exactly the kind of thing people want to see and share. It becomes obnoxious though when you work it into half your future posts. I know your kid is at Harvard now and I’m happy for him. Squeezing in Cambridge and bringing it up every time you mention him is gross. Deans List letters are gross-let go. [/quote]

Well, it all depends on your Facebook friends. For me, it’s mainly family. Only one or two school friends.  I figured if they were okay about posting their achievements over the years, then I have the green light as well.

Also, some first gen or big family types do this. Not as bragging rights but as a source of pride. For some families, getting a college education is such a big step. Why not be proud.

We will do it our way. It’s not always about the neighbors or carpool/mom friends. [/quote]

None of these examples are from first gen families. It’s just obnoxious after the initial announcement. You can even share pics of them without mentioning Harvard, Yale, or Cambridge- it’s possible.  Larla is enjoying her first snowstorm vs Larla is enjoying her first snowstorm at Yale. Cringe.[/quote]

I am not on board with people posting multiple acceptances, but get over yourself.  If someone wants to post a photo of their kid doing something at their new school and you don't like it, simply unfollow.  I post photos of our visits to my kid's top 20 school as well as some fun photos/videos of him singing solo in the choir at his school and always name the school.  If you don't like it, scroll along, unfollow or unfriend.[/quote]

Guessing you’re in a school sweatshirt in those photos too. Yeah, it’s weird. Let go. [/quote]

Yes the school sweatshirt, hat, and even a little face paint perhaps?  DS attends a school with a lot of school spirit and great football that attracts very large crowds of alumni and parents.  So, yes, it is an event worth sharing on Facebook. Sorry your life is so dull.[/quote]

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