<p>I bet people jump at the chance to go to that school.</p>
<p>Hi everyone,</p>
<p>Sorry I didn't reply earlier. Now I understand why you doubt my thread... I guess I should provide you with some background knowledge about my school.</p>
<p>Until about 1995 (I think) our school was a second campus for the United Nations International School of New York, but we're now (partly) independant. We're still governed by the UN and considered a 'model' school in the Asia-Pacific region. UNESCO has also ranked our school the 4th best in the world in terms of academics, facilities and faculty (I know it probably sounds biased... a UN department ranks a UN school highly :P) - so our schools administration has a lot of expectations put forward directly or implied.</p>
<p>Yes, my school does have high expectations but I believe that this is a positive attribute - it is definately a challenging education where I learn a LOT. </p>
<p>fizix:
The high school caters to about 1,008 students from about 60 countries and our tuition is rather high, so almost all students (actually, I would say everyone) are motivated to perform well by their peers and parents. I don't know anyone at my school who has parents that do not hold a MA, or at least a BA; and many hold their PhD or doctorate in a given field. 100% of graduating students go on to attend a 4-year college.</p>
<p>dank08:
Yes, at least in theory. Our school reserves the right to expell students with 2000 SAT's, but they do recognise that the SAT isn't the only method of testing one's ability and that it isn't necessarily the most accurate method. So while they DO expell some students with poor SAT results (if you still have a 2000 after resitting the test 3 times, for example), if you have other outstanding achievements; 5's in AP subjects and predicted 7's in IB subjects, independant research, etc. then you will probably just be forced to attend study hall.</p>
<p>anonymous271828:
Yes I understand. But I'm hoping that they will realise that I have 3 siblings, over $150,000/yr in educational expenses for us already, my mom has medical expenses exceeding $70,000/yr, etc. that I will qualify for some need-based aid. Hopefully they can take this into account (I'm pretty sure they don't consider domestic servants, etc. essential so I couldn't mention these expenses?).</p>
<p>Jman2306:
I'm not sure if that comment is sarcastic (sorry!), so I will assume that you were being serious. </p>
<p>It actually depends on the student and how academically focused they are. For some, infact a large portion of the student body (myself included), YES. The school is academically-focused, there isn't really any bullying, and everyone is friendly and interacts well. Add in the prestige factor, 21 students went to Ivy's least year and our school advertises in a lot of magazines & newspapers throughout Asia; and yes, a lot of people do want to attend.</p>
<p>snoopyiscool:
My parents are unaware of how little sleep I receive, but they do know I receive a lot of homework. But they consider it to be acceptable, because I'm doing the IB and that is what should be expected.</p>
<p>Just to reinterate... I love my school and I don't want to change schools. That was never the issue. I guess I was after some reassurance that colleges would understand the grade deflation and some study tips.</p>
<p>Thanks again to everyone for your feedback. If I forgot to answer your question, I apologise.</p>
<p>Well, I was being sarcastic, but that's ok. :D It can be hard determine on the internet. </p>
<p>The only thing that bothers me is that you get 2 hours of sleep. How do you stay awake during your classes? I have a hard enough time paying attention with 8 hours of sleep haha.</p>
<p>Anyways, good luck. If your school is ranked 4th in the world, then colleges should know about it. They hold the type of school you go to in high regard.</p>
<p>I would not worry too much. Just take good care of your health, try to keep up your study and make your case in your college applications. Even if school like Princeton won't take you, there are many other good schools that would admit you and you will do well there. You could do transfer application afterward.</p>
<p>Don't limit yourself to certain schools (ie. Ivy League)... do some research and look at your options. </p>
<p>For instance, you could think about applying to some Canadian schools. If you have a good enough IB diploma score, most of them are happy with just that. You also wouldn't need to worry as much about having a million ec's and perfect SAT scores, and the schools cost a lot less for a high quality of education. University of Toronto, McGill, and University of British Columbia (UBC) are all outstanding schools with lots of international students.</p>
<p>Look into it. Not going to an Ivy isn't the end of the world.</p>
<p>didn't read much of your post, but saw you had 6 IB's. I have 8. Don't complain, please..</p>
<p>(if the last comment seemed obnoxious that is only because I didnt read your post)</p>
<p>Got to another school, any other school. Document for a week how many hours of sleep and homework you get in a week. Just get out of wherever you are, because that school will definitely not help you.</p>
<p>The part I have trouble believing is about your novel being published at fifteen. Even most authors at the level of Hemingway and Fitzgerald don't get published until they're in their twenties at the earliest. What's your novel about? What's the title? What house is publishing it?</p>
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Not all IBs smell the same ;) </p>
<p>2OP: Read something on time management. While it's probably good to be in school like you have (top uni's are a joke compared to your HS, I think) sleeping two hours a day is still very bad.</p>
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2OP: Read something on time management. While it's probably good to be in school like you have (top uni's are a joke compared to your HS, I think) sleeping two hours a day is still very bad.
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<p>But the top universities still have time to party. And have a life. It sounds the OP has time for neither.</p>
<p>^^ extemporaneous:
You're correct, I have not time to really "have a life", but that does seem to be common at my school. At least I'm not alone. :( Since we have time off school at the moment, I am trying to have at least some of "a life" as I recuperate for the next semester - but its still a challenge when you have so much homework set for the break.</p>
<p>mr_chipset:
Thanks for your comments. I purchased a book on Amazon.com yesterday called "Memletics: Accelerated Learning" by Sean Whietely, which I believe is about time management, so I'm going to read this and hopefully learn some helpful hints and tips.</p>
<p>Of course I want more sleep. With our break at the moment, I get ~10 hours a night and it feels amazing - during the academic year I feel as though I am developing insomnia with the little sleep I receive. When I mentioned it to my counsellor, he simply told me that "I have to make sacrifices for my education".</p>
<p>At my previous school, I received 6-7 hours sleep a night and was ALWAYS tired unless I got 8 hours. Its so strange that with 2-3 hours a night, I am not tired at all.</p>
<p>vadox6466:
Apart from acknowledging your comment, I am not going to reply.</p>
<p>seashoresideshow:
Thanks for your questions. Maybe my comment about the novel was rather ambiguous at first... its being published by a rather small publishing agency in the USA - I was more interested in having something published, with an ISBN number, a copy in the Library of Congress, etc. to demonstrate my passion for writing. It isn't exactly being mass marketed (except for ~100 copies to be kept in Barnes & Nobles warehouse, and 25 for Amazon), not because I doubt my ability but because most large publishing houses would not even consider a novel written by a 15 year old. So this is definately a very small printing run, but it will at least show my passion for writing (or so I hope). Sorry about the ambiguoty of my thread.</p>
<p>snoopyiscool:
Thanks for your advice, but I'm reluctant to change schools for several reasons. 1.) I really like my school at the moment, and have developed many great friendships. 2.) I'm in Indonesia which doesn't exactly have a reputation for having ANY other good schools. 3.) Even if I did change schools, my GPA would be destroyed by my first semester results (they probably wouldn't understand the rigour of my previous school).</p>
<p>But thanks for your suggestion, snoopyiscool.</p>
<p>Thanks to everyone for their feedback. :P</p>
<p>:)</p>
<p>Hey I wish you the best, just remember, physical activity is important. Working out your body helps the mind, and this have been proven from many "Ivy-League" researches. If you can operate on 3 hours of sleep, props to you. Just make sure you see your doctor regularly, every 6 months or so to make sure that your body isn't going to conk out on you. I understand you gotta do what you gotta do to succeed. So don't spend too much time TALKING about these study habits you are going to make. Plan them and get excited about your learning--It seems as if you already are. If you don't play a sport already, consider at least running a couple times a week or swimming laps every other day if that is better than running to you. You have to work out your body! To me there are three points of life that make an individual: the mind, the body, and the spirit/heart. The mind would obviously be academics, studies, and education. The body is the physical shape you are in, and the spirit/heart is obviously your spirituality and morals. It seems like you have this under control, and by no means do I mean to under-estimate you. I just want you to remember that developing the body will help develop the mind, and 15 is a critical age in the human body process. Keep it up, bud.</p>
<p>I just skimmed through your post but why did your parents decide to send you there? You said that the UN rates your school. Have you or anyone else told the UN about this? It is <i>slightly</i> believable since I['m guessing that Indonesia doesn't exactly have strict regulations and all that laddeda that the US does. I think you should talk to your parents about it. I saw that you said that you like your school and your friends. Well, I'm sure that if your friends really care about you, they would rather that you put your health first. I'm sory but I think it is absurd that your guidance counselor said that you have to sacrifice things for education. I agree when it is compared to television, shopping, video games, etc but I'd hate to say it but what your school is doing falls under the category of abuse and neglect. I have a feeling things will change at your school ONLY when it is too late.. Good luck with that.</p>
<p>I would report the school to the college board...using scores to expel students, I would imagine would be a bad thing</p>
<p>Heck, I will report it...</p>
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<p>Heck, I will report it...
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<p>I'd like to see what happens (seriously)!</p>
<p>2OP: Can you tell us the title of your book? What it's about? I'd like to have some new books to read. And them being by 15-year olds would be pretty cool.</p>
<p>Is your school Jakarta International School? Don't avoid the question.</p>
<p>You are in no danger by mentioning the school's name, trust me.</p>
<p>It is Jakarta International School. I love wikipedia :D .</p>
<p>I couldn't afford to go there.</p>
<p>Ironically, most juniors don't have lunch in my school either because their schedules full. Make sure get 8 hours of sleep and of course you can get into any(welll... most) colleges in the USA. What colleges are you considering because you can go to Private good colleges or community colleges. You know?
Study for tests because they're most important, I know how you feel about not having time! I only slept 5 hours a day doing homework but sometimes I do in class or before school so, I get more sleep because its important.</p>
<p>What a terrible life!!!</p>
<p>I used to think my parents were bad, after reading this thread I'm suddenly grateful for them.</p>
<p>^^</p>
<p>Yes, you all seem to have discovered my school's name. Congradulations on the discovery and making such use of wikipedia :), however I would rather people did not know which school I attend (yes, I am paranoid), thus I have requested that a moderator delete or at least remove the name of my school. It isn't about censoring anything, I just don't want to be stalked and murdered (believe me when I say it happens in this country).</p>
<p>Oh, and for reporting my school to College Board: I highly doubt they would care, as we are required to complete the SAT's (and I'm sure ETS would love for us to continually redo their test = more revenue for them). And for Jman2306, Wikipedia's article on my school has the tuition fees slightly off, its actually:</p>
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- Standard Tuition US$25,500
- Subject Field Trips US$9800
- "Hollywood" Junior Prom US$7430
- Transportation US$4550
- IASAS US$3010
- Security Presence & Surveillance US$3000
- IB Examinations US$2000
- CAS Clubs US$2000
- Graduation Diploma US$1720
- Jostens Class Ring US$900
- Miscellaneous Expenses US$5500
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<p>karan89:
I honestly do not know how I should reply to such a comment.</p>
<p>Thanks everyone for your feedback.</p>