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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Sorry - hit send too quickly.

DC is applying to 9th grade.  Our applications have been to the Big 3 and a couple of others that are usually included in the Big 5.  We are new to the area and just heard about the "First Choice" letter.  Is it really common for people to send such letters to the school of choice?  And more importantly, do people think it actually makes a difference to the decision?  We always thought that SFS would be our top choice if DC got in but DC really enjoyed the shadow day at one of the Cathedral schools (NCS/STA) so now we're not so sure whether we really have a top choice.  But at the same time if these letters do make a difference in acceptance then we will have a family discussion and agree on a first choice school to which we can then send a letter.  Please Help!!!! 
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[b]First Choice letters are important for NCS[/b].. When we applied and after our interview our daughter was told if NCS is your top choice please let them know.  [/quote]

We are new at this. In terms of communication method / protocol, is sending a "first choice" [b]e-mail[/b] sufficient, or is this to be a hand-written letter? By prospective applicant/student? Or do the parents send?[/quote]

I would not put this kind of communication in an email.  It should be handwritten or typed and mailed.  Students are generally required to submit an essay which could include a paragraph on why the school is first choice.  The parents can send a separate communication, which is what we did.  Our children (twins) were admitted but no way of knowing if the letter had an impact.  I tend to think it may have shown a level of commitment but I believe the applicants' qualifications and unique qualities would weigh more and if they are a stretch, then not sure a first choice letter would matter.[/quote]

Agreed. I would not (and did not) send a first choice letter via email. I wrote a thoughtful letter, printed it on resume paper and mailed it. Perhaps it was a tad overkill but I wanted something that could easily be put in DC's file (and didn't have to be printed out). I think that a emailed letter underscores your intent and that you take the decision seriously. [/quote]

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