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Posted on December 10, 2010 by JD

Thanks to the reader who corrected my embarrassing typo. The dog ate my spellcheck. Now, on to the admissions news.  Since this is not "our" year, we only know a handful of kids who have applied early decision or action.  … Continue reading →

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Better than Old-fashioned Plagiarism

Posted on December 1, 2010 by JD

Thanks to MOBYC (Mom of Brilliant Yale Chemist) for this piece from the Chronicle of Higher Education. It's about a college grad, referred to as "The Shadow Scholar" who's making $66k a year writing papers for college students.  He even … Continue reading →

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Teens Sue Autocorrect for Sabotaging Apps

Posted on November 15, 2010 by JD

As far as I know, the above did not really happen.  But I would not be surprised if, as we speak, lawsuits are in the works. First, a little background.  A few weeks ago, CJ mentioned (in a text) that … Continue reading →

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Hot Times in Boston

Posted on October 31, 2010 by JD

Thanks to a reader for the following submission: "My sister knows some people with a son who goes to college in Boston.  They were having a heat wave there, and instead of telling their son to buy a fan, they … Continue reading →

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Parents Weekend – The Calm Before the Storm

Posted on October 26, 2010 by JD

CJ has had an emotional growth spurt.  He has declared a major.  His laundry is not scattered all over the floor.  He has a planner.  He knows the bus system.  He has procured silent auction items.  He has invited me … Continue reading →

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