<p>Steve - lots of schools have the proof-based, combined MVC/Linear Algebra course designed for freshman potential math majors who took a lot of math in HS. It’s very brave for your S to decide to take that class. It’s not an easy thing.</p>
<p>D took it last semester. It’s made her decide that she wants to be a CS major. She liked the rigor, she liked the way the course was taught, but she didn’t like the topics. (Manifolds! In a freshman class!) She also didn’t like the 20 hours/week on the weekly problem set. So there’s some re-trenching going on around here, but not much, since CS was always part of the plan (and we have a fair amount of tolerance for kids trying things out in a serious way and then deciding it’s not for them).</p>
<p>PinotNoir – S was originally thinking Clinical PhD but is now the proverbial kid in a candy store–he sometimes seems most interested in what he’s most recently studied. Nothing wrong with that; I think that’s what the undergrad years are for, to an extent. Fortunately, what’s said to be good undergrad preparation for clinical is a broad exposure to the field, so he’ll get to see a little bit of everything and then use graduate school as an opportunity to specialize.</p>
<p>lilmom – Thanks. Always happy to make a contribution. :)</p>
<p>S’s school didn’t offer AP Psych. He was interested enough to self-study it using a relatively popular intro textbook and an exam study guide.</p>
<p>SteveC, this exactly. This is what I’ve tried to instill in our kids because they both have a broad range of interests. This approach to their education would serve my two kids well. </p>
<p>If I could green you I would but I’m out from a hitting spree yesterday!</p>
<p>My D1 needed a notarized identity document form for her internship next week. After texting me, to make sure it was OK, she let herself into my secret hiding place and got her passport. She printed out the form, filled it out, looked online for a notary, gathered everything up, over herself over there, and got it signed. She paid for it herself, and even remembered to put her passport back afterwards. I didn’t have to lift a finger.</p>
<p>I sent you a private message a few weeks ago because I was in a similar situation with my son. I’ m very happy that your son will get another chance. My son returns to college today. I hope he is able to turn it around this semester. We have discussed different strategies ( meeting with counselor,seeking help from writing lab/tutors,studying in library free of distractions,etc). In the end it is up to him. I hope he takes advantage of this opportunity. Hope everything works out with your son…</p>
<p>Well, my DS is learning a valuable skill this week. He and his pledge brothers are doing the ritual deep cleaning of the fraternity house. He has learned to steam clean carpets, fllip mattresses, deep clean a kitchen, etc. Now I doubt those skills will transfer back to our house, but he will be able to set up and keep clean his own place upon graduation. </p>
<p>oldfort, I thought about you when he mentioned how filthy the house is if you just dig a bit under the surface :)</p>
<p>allboyz did I answer it? I don’t see it in my inbox? I’m so sorry if I missed it!</p>
<p>S has said he is doing similar. I talked to him yesterday (after day 3 of his classes this semester) and he is feeling good. Then again, last semester’s midterm grades were just fine, it was the second half that got him.</p>
<p>D leaves later this morning for school. It has been a great break and I will miss her
It will be even worse this semester than it was in the Fall because she wants to go to FL for Spring Break instead of coming home.</p>
<p>My guy is going to Haiti for Spring Break. I’ve been trying to really treasure these days that he is still here as I’m fully aware that it’s not likely to happen again as he moves on with his adult life (happy but sighing and feeling old all at the same time).</p>
<p>Hubby is driving s back to school Monday. He got a computer for Christmas so it’s the safest way. Plus s actually asked for help with some admin stuff. Tonight we are going out for an early birthday/farewell dinner. I miss him already and I got very used to just having him around again. But I did get to see him and his sister interact and see how much he matured…she ate 6 dumplings and stuff herself rather than let her brother have any…didn’t say she matured. This growing up is rough on a moms heart.</p>
<p>My husband and son are also driving back Monday. In our case, it is to bring up son’s snowboard for the season. Don’t know how the snow will be but the ski/snowboard club go on Sunday evenings so it should be a fun activity.</p>
<p>I see that allboyz has 8 posts. I believe – someone please correct me if I am wrong – that CC now has a policy that you need to have posted a certain amount of times to do private messages. Anyone know the number? Fifteen seems to be floating in my mind.</p>
<p>Lakemom - what’s the ski/snowboard club like? My S isn’t good at either (been a total of 5 times). Is it the kind of thing you can just jump into? Do they have to have all their own equipment?</p>
<p>eyemamom - enjoy the birthday dinner! That second week of May will be here before you know it!</p>
<p>woo hoo, I have caught up on this thread. And I see the posters are woefully lacking in green squares, so I am dishing them out. Anonymously is quickest for me, but feel free to lay some on me if you so desire.</p>
<p>OHMom and allboyz, keeping your sons in my thoughts for their spring semesters. Glad they get another chance.</p>
<p>D2 goes back on Sun. Older sis returned last weekend, they were getting on each others nerves, so its good to have a bit of a skew on their times home.</p>
<p>My guy isn’t into skiing or snowboarding, but is looking forward to doing more iceskating. Naturally, we looked for ice skates around here with absolutely no luck. I could buy them online, but I’d really rather he try them on. So, he’s going back with a gift card and has figured out where Dick’s Sporting Goods is (and says it’s accessible by bus).</p>
<p>He’s flying back Tuesday. I have to work (Keystone state tests) so can’t go with him to the airport. I wish I could, but those are days I just can’t miss.</p>
