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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The real lesson here is to step back from the relentless competition that has taken over the college admissions process. The race to stack AP courses, launch nonprofits, start companies, conduct research, and publish books—often all before turning 18—has reached absurd levels. Let kids be kids. Let them enjoy their childhood and high school years without the crushing pressure to gain admission to ultra-selective colleges. In the end, their happiness and well-being matter far more than an acceptance letter.[/quote]

The other lesson is when look to apply, be realistic. UVA and VT for engineering are reaches even for someone with 1500 SAT and lots of APs. Same for UNC. And for all colleges, should always assume 1000s of kids look just like you so don’t be surprised when others picked (especially if TO). You never know what kids are doing. Maybe the quiet kid invents things or makes own films or who knows what- Larla isn’t required to share everything does with other parents so the other parents can feel better if Larla gets into Ivy and hers doesn’t. Focusing on the other kids is automatic losing game.[/quote]

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