<p>They aren’t genuinely concerned. They’re mostly trying to bring down a school’s rep. If you check their profiles it’s usually their only post.</p>
<p>I could be wrong, it just seems that way when out of the blue they post something like “how do you, as a student feel all the horrible drug accidents have shaped you?” and so on, even though it was like 20 years ago or something. I actually don’t know if they’re spammers or if they are actual applicants. It’s just a bit odd, I see it with other school threads too.</p>
<p>I believe it is one individual, with some sort of agenda, who keeps opening new CC accounts specifically to post these links to very old threads.</p>
<p>So sad - don’t they have anything productive to do with their time?</p>
<p>Probably… Maybe the poster is trying to dissuade others to apply, like that recent ■■■■■ with all those #s in his/her name who recently stopped posting altogether.</p>
<p>Perrier2468: Once every term PA has saturday classes, and they really aren’t a big deal. It’s only a half day too so they don’t do much to your weekend (besides having study hours on a friday ). As for the Exeter question, I have no clue. I only found out about Exeter after my revisit day! I never looked into the school. I can tell you that PA has sort of a traditional teaching organization. History, Language, and English classes are conducted in a discussion format, while the sciences and maths are in a lecture style. I can see the positives and negatives to the Harkness method, but that’s just my opinion (although on exeter nerd day we did Harkness method in history class, and it proved very interesting and successful!). If you want more info, you should probably ask PEATeacher. I honestly think that both institutions are great, and that either one would do you good!</p>
<p>98beebee: College is always in the back of people’s minds, but it’s not what we are driven by during the school year (especially since I’m a freshman!). What motivates most of us is to do our best at whatever we do, not the outcome of our success.</p>
<p>LiveForMusic: Just say that you’re interested in the music department and ask for a meeting with the head of the music department. DON’T ask for the rec, they’ll give it to you.</p>
<p>Just wondering, how much do you think any of you Andover students have spent in terms of extra cash and money for the weekends and extra cirricular activities? How do you guys get school supplies too?</p>
<p>shinelikemystar: it depends on what type of person you are. Some people go to the den/town every weekend and spend hundreds every week, while some just stock up every break and bring stuff. Books are expensive though (around 500) so that will set you back a lot. Other than that, you don’t really need to spend any cash.</p>
<p>azapandaman: Exeter nerd day is the day before Andover/Exeter athletic contest in the fall where we rouse up our spirits by dressing like an “exeter nerd” and be as nerdy as possible. Exeter has the same type of thing called andover slacker day. it’s all in the fun of the rivalry!</p>
<p>swimdude006: It’s clear some of the traditions are new: I have no memory of an Exeter nerd day in my time. Also, the face paint is new. I guess we were too staid in those days…</p>
<p>One of my classmates notes we did shout from the football stands playing against Exeter “WHAT DO WE EAT? RED MEAT! RED MEAT!”; I have no clue if that cheer is still used…</p>
<p>BusterDad: YES we still use that cheer, and it is one of the crowd favorites. Especially when the blue keys shout " AND HOW TO WE LIKE IT!!!", the crowd rolls onto the ground and screams “RAWWWWWWW!!!”. It really pumps us up during our games.</p>
<p>livieliz9: if the recommendation letters you’re talking about are the personal recommendations, then you CAN send more than two, but it’s not necissary. For instance, if you are PASSIONATE about cello, singing, and football, then you might get 3 personal recs from the coaches/instructors. If you do 3 sports (one for each season), then you might get 3 recs, etc. Only get recs. for things that you love and have a passion for, or else they’ll mean nothing.</p>
<p>yeah you’re allowed to. They give you like 2 weeks with the book. Honestly though, if it isn’t for schoolwork, you won’t be checking out books: not enough time to read them. You will however need to check books out for research papers, and if you lose your class book, etc. You can also check out movies (HUGE selection)!</p>
<p>In addition to checking out books, there’s also a Text Exchange at the Library that the Andover website describes as follows:</p>
<p>"All PA students may borrow books from the Text Exchange. Recipients of full financial aid with books may receive all of their textbooks from the Text Exchange. Priority students are informed directly of their eligibility. All other Andover students may check out any remaining books on a first-come, first served basis while inventory lasts. More than half of all Andover students get at least one of their books each term through the program.</p>
<p>What?
The OWHL maintains an inventory of textbooks for loan to students. This program is called the Text Exchange.</p>
<p>Where?
When they are not checked out, Text Exchange books are located on the Mezzanine of the library.</p>
<p>When?
Open regular library hours beginning 1/4/2012. The Text Exchange is open at the beginning and end of each term. </p>
<p>Why?
Textbooks are expensive! Consequently, as part of Andover’s commitment to meet the financial needs of all students, a collection of textbooks is supported by the Financial Aid office and housed at the OWHL.</p>
<p>How?
Books are loaned at the beginning of each term and may be borrowed for the length of the course. No fees are charged for participation, but late fees and replacement fees may be assessed if books are returned late or are damaged. Stop by to see if we have any of the books that you need."</p>
<p>98beebee, if your asking me, they really weren’t too supportive. Only one of my friends knows I applied, and my dance team knows too. They don’t want me to leave but since all odds may be against me, I won’t tell them unless I’ve been accepted to save me the burden and time</p>
<p>AndoverHopeful98: the atmosphere is very hard to describe in words. It is very warm and welcoming to everyone who comes. This is my home away from home, and it does a good job at doing so! you will always find one of your friends around campus, so you’re never really lonely. As for an academic atmosphere, the teachers care for your well being as a student and as a person, so you always have someone who’s got your back. These words don’t live up to what the school really is like, but it’s all I can say</p>
). As for the Exeter question, I have no clue. I only found out about Exeter after my revisit day! I never looked into the school. I can tell you that PA has sort of a traditional teaching organization. History, Language, and English classes are conducted in a discussion format, while the sciences and maths are in a lecture style. I can see the positives and negatives to the Harkness method, but that’s just my opinion (although on exeter nerd day we did Harkness method in history class, and it proved very interesting and successful!). If you want more info, you should probably ask PEATeacher. I honestly think that both institutions are great, and that either one would do you good!</p>