<p>I’d agree with the folks who’ve said that the ad com probably won’t remember you and your behavior certainly wasn’t anything that he/she hasn’t seen before. It’s sometimes tough to stay out of sight and let your kid take the lead, but IMO that’s what kids need to do. </p>
<p>I remember going to an admitted student reception with D1 (it was at the home of an alum in our area) and I found it amusing that there was a line of mostly parents sans children waiting to speak to the Dean of Admissions. Most of the kids were chatting amongst themselves–this was a fairly large group too–probably 75 people.</p>
<p>Thanks for your messages. They put a bit of levity into this process! Just as a follow-up, my DS is having his G’town interview today. He’s so busy w/ school activities that he said he’d just walk over afterschool and meet her at Starbuck’s. How 'bout that for not needing me?</p>
<p>Thanks also for the reminders about my being too involved. We’ve got a College Fair coming up, and I think I’ll just let me go w/out me. Yikes! Empty nest is coming sooner than I’m ready!</p>
<p>I am reading the novel Admissions now. It is an excellent book…lots of funny stuff in it.
I will say that I think it’s okay to ask a question at the info session and to spur your kid to ask a question. Calling the adcom with a list of questions? I wouldn’t and haven’t done it. If your kid legitimately has questions they should call or email.
I’ve been on tours and at info sessions where parents cornered the admissions officer after…you aren’t doing your kid any favors. At best they will not remember you at all, at worst they will remember you as a very pushy parent.</p>