<p>As a high school student who has posted a chance thread on CC before, I understand why many would feel offended by this post.</p>
<p>I don’t believe you’re an elitist snob, Northstarmom. I just think you’re trying to prove the point that “fake” passion, insecurity about one’s accomplishment(s), and a constant need for reaffirmation of one’s credibility and capabilities demonstrates a lack of character and moral integrity. I would have to agree with you. Yet at the same time, there are many HSers like me who come to CC seeking valuable information that we cannot obtain anywhere else. Is it fair to say one’s chances are less than 1 in 100 if he/she posts a chance thread or asks for advice regarding admission? In my opinion, no. But I’m not offended because I’m aware that it’s, as they say, “all in good humor.”</p>
<p>It may seem strange to you that so many HSers have such a strong need for reassurance. But you know what? We’re teenagers. We make mistakes, we feel insecure about ourselves, and, in my opinion, we have the right to be that way. I realize that this post was meant to be satirical. But many HSers and parents alike could take this to heart and extract a faulty message from it.</p>