Anonymous
03/28/2017 16:56
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
+1
That is standard protocol with recommendations.
That is standard protocol with recommendations.
Anonymous
03/28/2017 15:20
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:We moved out of a K-8 and they went through all the right motions, "saying" they fully supported us etc. and to be fair they did help us out with the tuition pay back from the insurance we took out. But, they also did things like make us sign the waiver to our right to see their written teacher recommendations, which is unusual, but I suspect a measure against litigation (from us to them). But really that wasn't necessary. Though we were dissatisfied, it was a civilized exit and we just wanted to get out, and into a better environment for our DCs.
Signing a waiver is standard for all families applying out at our K-8.
This is standard practice for most independent schools (including any AISGW schools that use the common recommendation form). It's about getting candid/honest recommendations, not about litigation.
You say that, but it will very much depend on the specific school and the specific reasons for wanting to leave it behind.
My point was just that specific schools are not asking for this in specific cases--all schools are asking for it in all cases. That's not to say PP's school might not have some reason to be worried about litigation, but that's not why they're asking for a waiver of the right to see the recommendation; it's just a standard part of the process. (Schools ask for it for preschool recommendations for initial applications, too.)
Anonymous
03/28/2017 15:13
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:We moved out of a K-8 and they went through all the right motions, "saying" they fully supported us etc. and to be fair they did help us out with the tuition pay back from the insurance we took out. But, they also did things like make us sign the waiver to our right to see their written teacher recommendations, which is unusual, but I suspect a measure against litigation (from us to them). But really that wasn't necessary. Though we were dissatisfied, it was a civilized exit and we just wanted to get out, and into a better environment for our DCs.
Signing a waiver is standard for all families applying out at our K-8.
This is standard practice for most independent schools (including any AISGW schools that use the common recommendation form). It's about getting candid/honest recommendations, not about litigation.
You say that, but it will very much depend on the specific school and the specific reasons for wanting to leave it behind.
Anonymous
03/28/2017 15:09
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:We moved out of a K-8 and they went through all the right motions, "saying" they fully supported us etc. and to be fair they did help us out with the tuition pay back from the insurance we took out. But, they also did things like make us sign the waiver to our right to see their written teacher recommendations, which is unusual, but I suspect a measure against litigation (from us to them). But really that wasn't necessary. Though we were dissatisfied, it was a civilized exit and we just wanted to get out, and into a better environment for our DCs.
Signing a waiver is standard for all families applying out at our K-8.
This is standard practice for most independent schools (including any AISGW schools that use the common recommendation form). It's about getting candid/honest recommendations, not about litigation.
Anonymous
03/28/2017 14:53
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
I wonder how the recipient school views that. The schools argue that checking the box means that the teachers can feel more free to answer the questions honestly. But doesn't that cut both ways?Anonymous wrote:What if you don't agree to waiver?
Anonymous
03/25/2017 15:04
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
What if you don't agree to waiver?
Anonymous
03/25/2017 08:30
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
We did and the faculty was supportive. They were sad to see us go and apologized for the incidents that led to our departure.
Anonymous
03/25/2017 07:46
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
Anonymous wrote:We moved out of a K-8 and they went through all the right motions, "saying" they fully supported us etc. and to be fair they did help us out with the tuition pay back from the insurance we took out. But, they also did things like make us sign the waiver to our right to see their written teacher recommendations, which is unusual, but I suspect a measure against litigation (from us to them). But really that wasn't necessary. Though we were dissatisfied, it was a civilized exit and we just wanted to get out, and into a better environment for our DCs.
Signing a waiver is standard for all families applying out at our K-8.
Anonymous
03/24/2017 19:06
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
Leaving us awkward. No way around it.
Anonymous
03/24/2017 18:41
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
We moved out of a K-8 and they went through all the right motions, "saying" they fully supported us etc. and to be fair they did help us out with the tuition pay back from the insurance we took out. But, they also did things like make us sign the waiver to our right to see their written teacher recommendations, which is unusual, but I suspect a measure against litigation (from us to them). But really that wasn't necessary. Though we were dissatisfied, it was a civilized exit and we just wanted to get out, and into a better environment for our DCs.
Anonymous
03/24/2017 09:33
Subject: Re:How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
We moved to Holton from a PreK-12 and I wouldn't say they "supported" us but they turned in the recommendation forms and sent transcripts. I think most schools wouldn't go out of their way to help you leave if they like the child and family but they also wouldn't put up road blocks because that would only cement your decision to change schools.
Anonymous
03/24/2017 08:08
Subject: Re:How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
it also depends on your relationship with the school and how easily it can fill your spot.
Anonymous
03/24/2017 07:15
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
Wouldn't it depend on the K-8? Assuming you're wanting to apply out before 8th.
Anonymous
03/24/2017 06:44
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
If that's your plan you should send your DD to PDS.
Anonymous
03/24/2017 02:35
Subject: How do k-8 view it when you apply out to holton
Do they support you