I applied during the 20-21 cycle, and although my school was fully in person, they had an online option, and kids could even go online for a day if needed. I started first period, and during that 40 minute class, I knew some of my decisions came out. After class, I eagerly checked, and was so excited and nervous for the rest of the day. Because of this, I couldn’t really focus in class, so my mom told me I could take the day off after that first period. I’m thankful I did that, because me and my mom were able to spend a day together and go to brunch to ease some of the nerves. For me, I think that was the right decision.
If your child doesn’t want to go to class that day, if you’re available, consider doing an activity with them instead of going to school (providing there are no tests that day) Do something they like and go out to keep busy. You can check decisions throughout the day even, as I did. Keeping busy meant that if I didn’t get a decision I was happy with, I still had fun things to do that day. That definitely calmed me down and cheered me up.
If you aren’t available to do this with your child, sending them to school is probably a good idea, since they should keep busy. If they don’t have a test that day, maybe it’s not such a bad idea for them to check decisions if they want to. If they do have a test, I would advise they check after.
These are just suggestions based off what works for me and what I heard works for others. At the end of the day, just make sure your kid is supported.
-note, this is replying to many comments made in this thread, but perhaps would be better in the freak out thread, so moderators, feel free to move this if that’s where this belongs.