<p>Yes - I agree that volunteer EC’s are looked at with (hopefully) these values in mind. One school my D’s applied to required the parents to list their own volunteer activities (which I think is completely relevant - does this applicant come from a family who values volunteerism or a family who makes sure their children volunteer - walk the walk). </p>
<p>I spoke with a member of the custodial staff at one school we visited and she expressed that many kids are “left” at boarding school because the parents don’t have time. She felt so sorry for those kids. It was eye opening to speak with a regular staff person and not the admissions staff and get their view.</p>