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Originally Posted by SWTXBelle
FWIW, in my years as a senior (h.s.) homeroom teacher and English AP teacher I found that there is no real rhyme or reason to admissions. Students wouldn't get a safety school, but then got into their dream schools. Students that would seem to be a lock to get into their dream schools - didn't. I swear, sometimes they just roll dice to decide! Brown may yet come through - here's hoping!
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This is true. In almost 20 years in secondary education, there is no pattern. I have seen kids get in places I didn't think they stood a chance and have seen kids be rejected from in-state schools once considered fall backs.
At least he has options. He can always transfer, if he gets somewhere and doesn't feel like it's a good fit.
Is he bringing in enough AP or dual credits to make his college stay shorter? Would summer school help alleviate some of the financial burdens?
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