learners4life Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DD got Letter of Acceptance from UC Berkeley too. Also invited to interview for Regents' and Chancellor's Scholarship. Got acceptance from Loyola Marymount earlier this week. Relieved is the word! 44 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Such wonderful, happy news! Congratulations to you both! Thank you so much! Congrats!!! We've all been waiting and watching. ((Hugs)) After all those UC posts, I've felt like I have a whole fellow-village of CA/ UC aspirant families here. You guys have given us so much strength through this process. Thank you! DD got Letter of Acceptance from UC Berkeley too. Also invited to interview for Regents' and Chancellor's Scholarship. Got acceptance from Loyola Marymount earlier this week. Relieved is the word! Oh that is fantastic news! So happy for her! Perhaps we will get to meet each other on campus if you and she attend orientation? Good luck for her other applications too! More good news soon I hope! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyforlatin Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DD got Letter of Acceptance from UC Berkeley too. Also invited to interview for Regents' and Chancellor's Scholarship. Got acceptance from Loyola Marymount earlier this week. Relieved is the word! Congratulations! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madteaparty Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). Really happy for you and your boy! â¤ï¸ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Really happy for you and your boy! â¤ï¸ Thank you so very much! :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EndOfOrdinary Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 He must be thrilled! Good job, Mom. May the next few years be ones of joy and discovery for both of you. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 He must be thrilled! Good job, Mom. May the next few years be ones of joy and discovery for both of you. Thank you EoO!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). I am so happy for you. After years of following your story I am so excited to see this happy ending- beginning. I do hope you have time to stick around. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). I am so happy for your ds :party: Must admit, I shed a few tears for him, too. Been thinking of you :grouphug: 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennW in SoCal Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). :party: Wonderful news! But of course none of us are really surprised, knowing that the fine folk at Berkeley would clearly see what a great ds you have! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). Congratulations! So happy to hear that! Berkeley is on DD's current list (although is unlikely to be financially viable-it's pricey out of state, so I'll definitely be watching to see how it works for your DS. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gratia271 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). YAY for you both!!!! :party: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 (edited) Thank you all. I wish I could hug every one of you. This validates so many of my own choices, my worries about being so much less educationally/professionally qualified than some, and makes me feel much calmer, stronger inside. Edited February 11, 2017 by quark 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 (((Quark))) coupled with :hurray: and :party: for the acceptance news! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gratia271 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Quark, I just want to say from our private messages and all you have posted you are such a beautiful person and highly talented! I can't speak directly to your struggles, but I completely understand how hard life can be due to things beyond our control. All that you have accomplished despite obstacles speaks to just how amazing and strong you are!!! :grouphug: 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadrunner Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Quark, ⤠to your DS! I have been following your posts. We hope to follow in your son's footsteps. Congratulations!!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 (edited) Quark, ⤠to your DS! I have been following your posts. We hope to follow in your son's footsteps. Congratulations!!! Thank you Roadrunner! I've really enjoyed our UC/a-g chats. A quick aside...I started a repository of links to past UC and a-g discussions in the hopes that some centralized info will help those aiming for the same. It really was a village that helped DS to get to where he did. Let's get yours there too (if that's what's best when the time comes!). :hurray: Edited February 11, 2017 by quark 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyforlatin Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Thank you Roadrunner! I've really enjoyed our UC/a-g chats. A quick aside...I started a repository of links to past UC and a-g discussions in the hopes that some centralized info will help those aiming for the same. It really was a village that helped DS to get to where he did. Let's get yours there too (if that's what's best when the time comes!). :hurray: Thanks, quark, I was going to go through all your posts, lol, but I see that you beat us all to it. I hope you continue to stay here and give us updates about your DS. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Thanks, quark, I was going to go through all your posts, lol, but I see that you beat us all to it. I hope you continue to stay here and give us updates about your DS. Aw, thank you! Will be here for as long as this board will have me (But who am I kidding? I need you guys more. Yes, confessing to hitting my WTM forums short cut key on my phone every single morning while preparing breakfast...these boards are my soul food on many, many days!). 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 It is a little early, but my two girls have started getting their acceptance letters for Fall 2017. :hurray: :hurray: One dd(16) was accepted into Union University, which is her #1 pick. Both dds(16) were accepted into MTSU and got their letters today. They also got Honors Admission. This school was the other dd's #1 pick. Both were very homeschool friendly schools, and gave us no trouble at all about transcripts, etc. Dd18 was accepted into Union, and it is her favorite (nursing program), but not a realistic choice for us. Belmont University nursing program (students are accepted into the nursing program on the front end.) Lipscomb University (2nd favorite) MTSU (honor's program) - we haven't visited their nursing program yet but ds21 attends there so we are pretty familiar with the school in general. Columbia State Community College (working through the free 2-year tuition program and then transferring - probably to MTSU - to complete a BSN) 33 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learners4life Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Oh that is fantastic news! So happy for her! Perhaps we will get to meet each other on campus if you and she attend orientation? Good luck for her other applications too! More good news soon I hope! We picked Friday for the interview day. Probably not the best day for a meeting, unless it is after we are all done. You live pretty close, right? We could meet on campus or nearby. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 We picked Friday for the interview day. Probably not the best day for a meeting, unless it is after we are all done. You live pretty close, right? We could meet on campus or nearby. Have PM-ed you! :001_smile: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nansk Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). Congratulations to your ds. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Congratulations to your ds. :) Thank you nansk! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilaclady Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). Congratulations Quark and DS that is awesome. Congrats too to all the new acceptances. I'm so impressed. Well done parents 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Thank you! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tampamommy Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 DD received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy! She got the call from our senator's office early in the morning last Thursday. Later that evening she completed her taekwondo 1st degree black belt testing :) It will undoubtedly be a very memorable day in her life! 46 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Dd18 was accepted into Union, and it is her favorite (nursing program), but not a realistic choice for us. Belmont University nursing program (students are accepted into the nursing program on the front end.) Lipscomb University (2nd favorite) MTSU (honor's program) - we haven't visited their nursing program yet but ds21 attends there so we are pretty familiar with the school in general. Columbia State Community College (working through the free 2-year tuition program and then transferring - probably to MTSU - to complete a BSN) DD received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy! She got the call from our senator's office early in the morning last Thursday. Later that evening she completed her taekwondo 1st degree black belt testing :) It will undoubtedly be a very memorable day in her life! Year after year, this is always the best thread of all. So much feel good and validation for all the work we and our kids put in. Wonderful news. So happy for both of you! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tampamommy Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Thank you all for your wisdom, support, encouragement and ideas over the years. And for being excited with us! For 17 years, I have been amazed at the accomplishments of all your children. DD says it still feels surreal.... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Oh tampamommy, congratulations to your dd! :party: Thank you for sharing her with our country :grouphug: 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisabees Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 (edited) Oh boy! I am getting that goose-bumpy feeling that I get every year, reading the acceptance thread! Congratulations to all of the awesome kids and parents who are celebrating. Indeed, it takes a village. I am so grateful for this one! :party: Edited February 13, 2017 by lisabees 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 I'll chime in once again with hearty congratulations to those who have already received happy news! And sending good thoughts to those who are waiting for April first; I remember how long that wait seemed when my daughter was a senior. And sending commiseration to those who have been disappointed; I hope that happier days are on the horizon. Regards, Kareni 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoggirl Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 And sending good thoughts to those who are waiting for April first; I remember how long that wait seemed when my daughter was a senior. Regards, Kareni Amen! Ds was deferred from his first choice. Longest winter of my life!!! Happily, he got in on the regular decision round, but it was tough! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoEdgedSword Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Dd has been accepted to Hillsdale also. It's coming with nice merit scholarships. She's pretty happy about this one! 26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodGrief Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 So much good news! Yay! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arch at Home Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Dd just got her first response from her highly selective schools. She was accepted to Grinnell, her second choice, and awarded a merit scholarship. If her first doesn't come through, she will be quite happy to go there. The published notification day for regular application is April 1. It is nice to hear so early. She also heard a while back from Baldwin Wallace. She still has 5 more colleges to hear from. 29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 :hurray: Congrats Arch At Home and DD! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeanM Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Congratulations to everyone who has posted so far! So much good news! :hurray: DS got his acceptance from Beloit College today, with a generous Presidential scholarship. It's not his first choice, but he has been through some very rough/stressful stuff lately and it really cheered him up. We're waiting on their financial aid package - I'm hoping the scholarship doesn't just replace all need-based aid. Also waiting on most other colleges. Waiting is very difficult. 25 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodGrief Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Waiting IS difficult! Hang in there all! Congratulations to your daughter, Arch! My oldest really enjoyed her visit to Grinnell. It's wonderful to have an option that will make your student happy already in place. And congratulations to your son, Jean. Beloit is a great option, and I hope the money works out. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Yay for Arch and Jean's fabulous kids :party: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I've been traveling without a computer and it's been tough to post without autocorrect haunting me. Huge congratulations for all the acceptances over the past couple weeks. Huge high fives to all. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Congrats to the new acceptances! This is my favorite thread each year!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy in NH Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Congratulations on all the acceptances! So happy for you all! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Dd just got her first response from her highly selective schools. She was accepted to Grinnell, her second choice, and awarded a merit scholarship. If her first doesn't come through, she will be quite happy to go there. The published notification day for regular application is April 1. It is nice to hear so early. She also heard a while back from Baldwin Wallace. She still has 5 more colleges to hear from. I was at the Knox-Grinnell women's basketball game yesterday. It was an exciting game. A nice W for Grinnell. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirabillis Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). WOW!! I was out of town for the last while and look what I missed!!!! GREAT NEWS!!! Congrats to your son!!!!! :D 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirabillis Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 DD got Letter of Acceptance from UC Berkeley too. Also invited to interview for Regents' and Chancellor's Scholarship. Got acceptance from Loyola Marymount earlier this week. Relieved is the word! YAY!! As another UC hopeful, I am sooooo excited for you and your dd! I have been watching for word with bated breath. I go away for 1 week (stuck in Tahoe with all those road closures!) and look what happens. GREAT NEWS!!!! There's hope yet for us UC/A-G hopefuls! Woo-hoo!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 WOW!! I was out of town for the last while and look what I missed!!!! GREAT NEWS!!! Congrats to your son!!!!! :D Thank you so much! :laugh: Hope you had a great trip (in milder weather too I hope!). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan in Mass Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship. I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310). Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me). Yeah! Congrats! It is so hard when the student is really quirky and you know that only a few schools in your geographical circle will work. Such a relief! I am so happy for you! Nan Ps love the prime # bit! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quark Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 Yeah! Congrats! It is so hard when the student is really quirky and you know that only a few schools in your geographical circle will work. Such a relief! I am so happy for you! Nan Ps love the prime # bit! Thank you so much Nan! ((grateful hugs)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan in Mass Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Ds was accepted to PhD program at SUNY Stoneybrook in Applied Math. It's a top ranked department, and he's very happy, but still waiting on one he really, really wants. Ooo how exciting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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