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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]PP 12:16 that's why I'm even posting because of COVID I realize that things are probably chaotic and some schools (every other school my DD toured virtually) seemed to have their act together.  This one stuck out. We booked months in advance for a junior visit and we would have understood if they needed to reschedule.  Unfortunately, it's hard whether fair or not to make a good next impression after a bad (first, second and third) one.

I appreciate the insider information from staff/students about not judging a undergraduate school based on staff.  Unfortunately for us, it's something hard to overlook as we do not have any experience with the school other than what we've read.

We originally like the school because it is closer than most of the other colleges (well mom does at least) and its stellar reputation in her field of choice.  However, I'm thinking it might be better to expand our search to schools further away- which I don't like particularly in this crazy COVID-19 climate.  If  safety is her top choice after the search- she can go there.  The safety is driving distance and everyone I know who has attended loves it.[/quote]

12:16 poster replying, OP:

Ok I understand how you feel, and your last paragraph answers your question/concern. The perfect major fit school and the safety honors school are both close to home (good for you, mom). Do you think your DD also wants to be closer to home? She may not tell you this, but she could be hesitant about going too far. This pandemic is affecting HS junior/seniors in different ways. Your daughter is young, she could be internalizing her nervousness.

I can say the same thing about my DS. Maybe he loves the school I mentioned above because it's close to home. The bonus is that it's really a hidden gem, but I was blinded by my "meh" arrogance. In all honesty, I secretly want him closer to home (northeast).

Neither school have to come off her list. Apply to both schools. When the virus fog lifts, she can do an in person tour, she has plenty of time. Also, PLEASE register for the virtual tour again for both of these schools. Maybe the second time around, it will be much better. Again, plenty of time. Apply to both schools that are close to home. I bet this will be comforting for her. No end game yet! Ours kids are only juniors.  [/quote]

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