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[quote=Anonymous]Without rigor and Cs, your kid is eliminating the possibility of selective schools. Look at these threads and see the stats of kids being rejected. I would make a no Cs rule because it’s not asking too much to pull a B or B minus with low rigor. I have an ADHD kid so I know where you are coming from, but all kids need to be held to reasonable standards. Also, I’m not sure why you think your kid would be successful/happy at a selective university based on their current high school experience? You need to find a school that fits the kid you have. Finally, I recommend you lean into their strength. Can your kid compete nationally in coding contests or get accepted to an elite summer program - not the “pay to play” like Brown , ect offers - but something meaningful that Admissions recognizes as a true accomplishment. Also, I assume you can get your kid an internship at your firm or through your connections? I have no doubt your kid will be successful and wish you luck finding the right fit.
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