SuzyQT
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i think i know the person who took this picture. lol .gif)
2/27/2005 1:23:13 AM
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KingPin
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^ I vaguely remember it being some sorority girl. lol
2/27/2005 1:38:36 AM
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Trillian
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do you have a new york accent
you look like you should
2/27/2005 3:03:15 AM
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KingPin
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Kat-
LOL... Yea, I love that drink. I've never tried mango, is it any good?
Yea, that was one of the many FCUK shirts I have. They prove to be quite the conversation starter- especially with some of the more blatent and preverted designs that can only be found in Britain....Gotta love the double/triple takes people do when trying to read what the shirts say. lol
Trillian-
I don't really have much of an accent. The prep school I attended thought accents were improper and so they attempted to basically eliminate any trace of locale-based pronounciation, which basically forced all of the students to actually develop an accent unique to the school. (Tough to explain) In spite of this and considering that I am from NJ & NY, sometimes I do say things a bit differently than southerners which would probably be considered an accent. ...but no "Tawwwlk" or "Waaaaater" accent...LOL
2/27/2005 3:18:59 AM
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Trillian
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Yeah, I understand the accent elimination. In England they do it at their big universities, and many American journalists drop local accents they had.
2/27/2005 3:29:23 AM
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KingPin
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^^I agree, it is an elitist practice, but thats basically what they are trying to create. Many prep schools brag about how they mold their students in a variety of ways.
Check out the book "Preparing for Power", it is about a 10 year study on preparatory schools that analyzes the purpose behind each and every thing that we learned, were told, and experienced. I read that book recently and it was shocking (and kind of creepy) how accurate it was in describing the unique prep school experience.
A true story that demonstrates the effect...
I remember attending an business event here in FL a few years ago where each person had to stand and introduce themselves by telling their educational background, their hobbies/interests, and a bit about themselves. The man next to me and I were dressed almost alike (down to the presence of a pocket square), sat alike, spoke alike, and had similar mannerisms. He introduced himself and mentioned attending a "prep school" but did not mention the name. His interests/hobbies also sounded much like my own. I introduced myself the same way and likewise did not specifically mention the school name. Upon returning to my seat, he turned and asked which prep school I attended. After mentioning the name, he immediately shook my hand and exclaimed "Class of '73!" This just goes to show how strong of an influence a school like this has on a person's life. I admit my years in prep school weren't easy, but the track-record of alumni success makes it worth the effort. Looking back, I wouldn't have done it any other way. In fact, I plan on sending my own children to a similar school- maybe even the same school.
[Edited by KingPin on 2/26/2005 10:45:03 PM. Reason for edit: .]
2/27/2005 3:40:44 AM
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KingPin
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^LOL... say what you will, but the finished product of success is worth the process.
2/27/2005 3:46:21 AM
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KingPin
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^...being like hundreds of others throughout history who have achieved success in their chosen fields? The success of a prep school is not the idea of being like others, but rather the high quality of education a student receives, the connections made which assist you throughout life, the molding into becoming a gentleman/lady, and generally the doors it opens throughout your life- all of these factors (and much more) contribute strongly to the chance of achieving success. The success of alumni are a testament to the effectiveness of a school's program.
2/27/2005 3:57:14 AM
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KingPin
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LOL
2/27/2005 3:59:44 AM
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KingPin
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Actually, I do not go to USF. I go to UT, but I did take classes over the summer at USF. (Note: Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against USF.)
Yes, I was accepted to some very nice schools- including ivy league. I originally had no thought of moving to Tampa, nor attending a school in Tampa. If you must know, I made the decision based on the fact that parents moved to FL and I learned of the news that my mother was diagnosed with cancer. Otherwise, I would have probably still been up north.
As for discussing my success... I'm still in my undergrad education and will not be entering my career until my grad school degrees are complete. Thus, obviously I have not yet achieved success in my career!
[Edited by KingPin on 2/26/2005 11:17:41 PM. Reason for edit: .]
2/27/2005 4:13:08 AM
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KingPin
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^I do personally know a variety of people at USF. I attended last summer and will most likely be attending again over this coming summer. Thus, I do have a link to USF.
Meems, why do you seem to have such an issue with me. Is there a sore spot for some reason?
2/27/2005 4:39:52 AM
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KingPin
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Fair enough. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.
2/27/2005 4:44:05 AM
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yummy247
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geez, i think Meems needs to go get laid.
2/27/2005 4:56:02 AM
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Dan3223
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she just loves to bitch
2/27/2005 4:57:17 AM
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yummy247
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Are you the one in charge of giving it to her? What the hell are you waiting for? For god's sake, go, man, GO!
2/27/2005 5:24:04 AM
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KingPin
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^ me?
2/27/2005 5:29:50 AM
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yummy247
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no, shievelet. I apologize for the wave of nausea that must've passed over you, my bad.
2/27/2005 5:32:29 AM
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KingPin
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^lol
2/27/2005 5:34:34 AM
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yummy247
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yay for whiskey *rummages through liquor cabinet*
2/27/2005 6:07:29 AM
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yummy247
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ooh, yeah, well i really try not to think of my pussy as 'big.'
So you have a conviction that Dan is a douche? Maybe no one is against you having an opinion, just a little tired that your 'opinion' always sounds like a tirade from a soapbox.
ps- he posted that comment after mine, not before.
[Edited by yummy247 on 2/27/2005 1:35:55 AM. Reason for edit: Not everyone can be as big a whore as I am. It takes work, you know.]
2/27/2005 6:29:10 AM
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Liquid Anubis
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I have a big pussy. Wanna see?
2/27/2005 6:30:31 AM
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KingPin
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Yummy- Well said.
2/27/2005 6:34:06 AM
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yummy247
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well, the one does need the other, i suppose....
2/27/2005 6:37:07 AM
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Liquid Anubis
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I smell pussy.
2/27/2005 6:37:47 AM
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yummy247
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eww, the fat pussy is licking itself!
2/27/2005 6:39:31 AM
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Lysander
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Dan's not a douche.
He's a prissy little faggot.
2/27/2005 6:42:54 AM
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KingPin
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^LOL
2/27/2005 6:50:03 AM
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Dan3223
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quote :
Always? And how many posts have you seen by me? 3, all in the same "argument"? |
I Have seen more than 3 of your posts...
and they are always the same.
Ranting and bitching.... always having a problem with things.
It's good you have opinions and stand by them....
but when you constantly sound like a PMSing fem bitch....
it gets old.
Ya know?
2/27/2005 6:55:03 AM
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KingPin
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^Dan- Well said.
2/27/2005 6:56:31 AM
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KingPin
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huh?
2/27/2005 7:44:47 AM
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Trillian
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never mind the norwegian.
you know, i read all this, and i'm still not bothered by kingpin.
2/27/2005 10:07:15 AM
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KingPin
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Trillian-
Thanks. I appreciate that.
Redebekadia-
I explained above why I came to FL and why I'm attending school in Tampa- it was convenient considering the situation. Now that my mother has passed away, if I were to transfer elsewhere at this point, I'd lose a good portion of my credits. I chose UT because it was convenient and because it was the best fit for me in Tampa. Likewise, I chose to take summer classes at USF for convenience reasons as well (UT doesn't offer a wide variety of summer courses). Please note, I have nothing against USF, it's just that UT was the path I chose to follow. As far as graduate school, it is largely believed that the school at which you complete your highest degree carries the most weight. As such, I do plan on attending a grad school with a well-respected program for the degrees I desire. As for being President, this is not what I seek (Senate, possibly lol jk). I only desire to achieve the highest amount of success possible in my chosen field, but isn't that what everyone wants?
2/27/2005 11:14:48 AM
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MattyBoy
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Seriously, Kingpin is a pretty damn cool guy. Dan, however, is super gay. I 'm pretty sure we're all agreed on that one. hahaha
Meems, politely pull the stick out of your ass or I'll shove my foot up it.
2/27/2005 2:52:05 PM
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HairyBearChaos
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while you're out gay bashing i'll be at your girlfriend's house FUCKING HER UP THE ASS
2/27/2005 6:03:03 PM
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KingPin
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Swank- I agree, success in both job and life are important.
MattyBoy- Thanks!
2/27/2005 6:43:40 PM
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Dan3223
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Dan, however, is super gay. I 'm pretty sure we're all agreed on that one. hahaha |
were you referring to me?
because you didnt think it was gay last night when we.........
oh wait... not supposed to talk about that!
I forgot.
2/27/2005 6:55:55 PM
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KingPin
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^LOL
2/27/2005 6:59:03 PM
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spoiled_rotten
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I was raised in private schools my whole life. While not technically a prep school, I understand the need for proper education. I can also see by this lovely conversation that you are the only person who speaks intelligently and eloquently. It makes me happy to hear that people still care about what is proper and what is right, and to hear that you take education so seriously and actually want to make something of yourself. I am, however, sorry to hear about your mother. As far as you saying you would send your children to a prep school as well, I applaud you. The financial setback of a fine school is worth the outcome.
2/27/2005 8:33:23 PM
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HairyBearChaos
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i beg to differ. i went to private school my whole life and i don't feel any smarter, more knowledgeable, and i sure as hell don't see myself as better than anyone else.
2/27/2005 8:41:24 PM
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vyran
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I can also see by this lovely conversation that you are the only person who speaks intelligently and eloquently. |
Welcome to USFBS. Now, allow me to let you in on a little secret:
KingPin enjoys the ladies. A lot. He comments on every picture with tits in it that he sees.
A true gentleman.
2/27/2005 8:44:45 PM
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AfroWanksta
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This guy still doesn't seem like a douche.
He's even composed while standing up for himself against bitching and name calling.
2/27/2005 8:51:18 PM
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CaraH
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I consider myself a fairly good judge of character. I've met Dan at Gator's twice and he's a really nice guy.
2/27/2005 8:54:04 PM
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ssloves
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kingpin is da shit plz k thnx
2/27/2005 9:06:59 PM
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KingPin
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^Spoiled_Rotten- Thank you, I truly appreciate your comments.
HairyBearChaos- All schools are not created equal, and there is a huge variance between them with some better than others. Prep schools are very different than an ordinary private school in a variety of ways, educational and otherwise.
This being said, I must also admit there are some high quality private schools that do not fit the prep school categorization, but still provide an excellent education- as is demonstrated by Spoiled_Rotten's eloquent post. There are also many private schools that do not provide even close to the same education and are quite below par. Obviously, there are also a variety of schools that fall between these two extremes.
I don't know you, nor do I know where you went to school, but to make the generalization that all private or prep school education is not beneficial- simply due to a bad personal experience is not reasonable. The high quantity and quality of accomplishments made by the alumni of most prep schools (or even some regular private schools) demonstrates that the program has generally been proven to accomplish it's mission.
2/27/2005 9:07:57 PM
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KingPin
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AfroWanksta, CaraH, ssloves - thanks!
2/27/2005 9:13:12 PM
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HairyBearChaos
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i went to a prep school and i still stand by my comment.
most of the kids i went to school with didn't know their ass from their face.
[Edited by HairyBearChaos on 2/27/2005 4:25:27 PM. Reason for edit: ... oh my JESUS]
2/27/2005 9:23:22 PM
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KingPin
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^If you did attend a true northeastern preparatory school (not just one of the many mediocre private schools throughout the nation that attempt to make themselves appear like a prep school by adding the words "prep" or "academy", etc.) and you still feel this way, then obviously something went wrong with your experience. Perhaps you didn't take advantage of the opportunities provided, or quite possibly you just had a bad experience. I don't know what happened in your case. I agree there isn't a 100% program success rate with all students, but overall it is pretty high.
If your fellow students demonstrated such ignorance, I truly doubt that you attended a true northeastern preparatory school- they weed out such people in the lengthy admissions process and also regularly rid the school of such sub-standard students.
[Edited by KingPin on 2/27/2005 4:40:00 PM. Reason for edit: Re: fellow students]
2/27/2005 9:34:53 PM
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KingPin
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^I believe that I am quite open minded about life. My extensive life experiences (not just prep school, but rather overall) have provided me with a unique point of view as those who know me well can attest. In general, I believe myself to be very down to earth which allows me to get along with almost anyone. Perhaps my strong view of prep education appears stuck-up, but I'm only defending myself against her argument that prep school is not beneficial.
2/27/2005 11:37:00 PM
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vyran
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which allows me to get along with almost anyone |
Heh, looks like it's working out real great here.
Anything you think you may know about getting along with people can easily be proven wrong on USFBS.
[Edited by vyran on 2/27/2005 6:43:10 PM. Reason for edit: !?]
2/27/2005 11:41:50 PM
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KingPin
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^I was discussing getting along with people IRL. On this site, there are obviously a variety of people (not everyone, just some) looking for a reason to complain and debate- which often can be attributed to boredom.
2/27/2005 11:47:44 PM
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vyran
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Boredom also explains why I've been looking at threads for the past few hours.
2/27/2005 11:49:38 PM
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Lysander
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I went to a subpar high school, graduated college with a 2.98, and I'm about to go to Grad School.
I'm better than you.
2/28/2005 1:28:29 AM
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KingPin
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Kat-
I never said I was better than you, nor do I say that I am more of a person. What I am saying is that prep schools do provide their students with an exceptionally high quality of education. This is due to a variety of factors which include: the quality of the teachers (often former college professors, many from ivy league schools), the demanding coursework that is required, the high academic standards they set, and the individual attention/focus provided to each student. Such an intense academic regime is why many prep school graduates often find their undergrad courses to be easier than those they took while in prep school.
I agree, you do reap what you sow with education, but some schools do provide the student with a higher quality of education. Whether or not the student takes advantage of it is a separate issue, with the exception being that with most prep schools if a student does not perform satisfactorily, then they would often be expelled. This is one way the schools maintain the quality of the students they produce.
Prep schools also provide their students with a second, non-academic education, including a vast opportunity to network which often proves to be exceptionally valuable. Many prep schools have entire departments devoted to this non-academic experience, often spending considerable amounts of time throughout their 4 (or more) years working closely (1:1) with the student to essentially begin planning for their future. Some of these departments often focus on things such as: alumni/student networking, getting the student into the schools they desire, post-graduation career success, and so forth. Because of such efforts, my graduate school pursuits and my future career are already somewhat in place. These are examples of some of the many benefits provided to prep school students. The benefits of attending such schools are certainly worth the $2X,000 yearly tuition as they provide a clear advantage in certain social circles, career situations, and generally makes it a lot easier to achieve success in life.
2/28/2005 2:25:32 AM
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KingPin
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Lysander-
Thats admirable that you're about to attend grad school. Unfortunately, your attempt to rationalize your stance against prep education is a bit misguided. Almost anyone can get into a grad school. The two questions to be considered are:
1) Which grad school will you be attending and, specifically for what concentration?
2) What will you do after grad school? This is what counts. There are plenty of people with PhD's who do nothing with it and therefore do not achieve success.
I'm not saying that you personally won't succeed, I'm just expanding on the general comments you made.
Redebekadia-
This is true. It is a strong selling point of a prep school for them to be able to get their students into whatever school they choose. Many members of ivy league admissions departments have close ties with the various prep schools and so reputation does carry considerable weight. Also, the recognition provided to prep school graduates within society also has its benefits.
2/28/2005 2:38:05 AM
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