<p>Sequoia, very interesting info about TO–that they hand out the specific course descriptions/reading lists the first orientation day and sign up the second Thanks for sharing it. At the TO presentation at Explore (wow–that was a long time ago) they confirmed that AP scores of 4 or 5 in AP Bio or AP Chem will place a student out of Core III; AP scores of 4 or 5 in AP History of Art and AP Euro will place her/him out of Core I. </p>
<p>Of course I expect that the special meeting with the TO advisers will be in direct conflict with the special meeting of my S’s very specific major, as he’s already been contacted by his department about their meetings. Sigh. Never easy. heh.</p>
<p>My DS (I rarely use the designation “D” but I should, because my son really is
darling–
) said he wants to consult with me on his schedule and I was surprised and rather flattered. But when he discovers all the resources there at orientation to advise him, I think he’ll get it all down. I am actually happy to have him making decisions on his own. (And with the safety net, as mentioned here, that any class can be changed if necessary after orientation). </p>
<p>I think we need to show our pride as our kids display their growing independence. It’s a good idea to give our kids the impression (as we sometimes need to work on the reality a bit) that we have faith in them making good choices. And just let them know we’re always here for back-up.</p>