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Well, What Happened in 2009 With NYC Private School Kindergarten Admission?

The decisions for kindergarten are finally in.  Everyone wants to know: with the recession, were results different this year?  Here's what I'm seeing: As usual, ERB scores mean EVERYTHING.  My clients with high ERB scores (defined as high 90's--more children than ever as parent prepping has become more widespread and the scoring scale has not … Continue reading Well, What Happened in 2009 With NYC Private School Kindergarten Admission?

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Hello, It’s the 21st Century. Can’t NYC Private Schools Use Email for Notification?

Sixth grade is a major transfer point for the New York City private schools.  Notification of acceptance and rejection for grades 2-8 went out on Wednesday.  The problem is, many schools notify by snail mail, leaving many families waiting by the mailbox, sometimes for days. Given how much young kids and parents have riding on … Continue reading Hello, It’s the 21st Century. Can’t NYC Private Schools Use Email for Notification?