Where should I go to high school? England or USA?
Im 13 at the moment and next year I'll be starting high school I am so scared because I dont know where I want to go. My parents gave me a few options and said I should pick whatever one I like. I live in Arizona, USA and I can either go to a high school there but its a private high school but a boy&girl one. I would be a day student and could live at home. The second option is a boarding school. It's called 'Stowe' and its in Buckingham, England. Its also a boy&girl one. The reson WHY this school is because my dad is Italian, but he moved to England when he was 11 and thats the school he went to before he came to the US and he said it he had the time of his life. I like both! If I stayed in Arizona, I would still be able to always be with my family and friends BUT if I moved to England I would have a whole new experience the only thing is I would be so far away from my family. I would see my grandparents in london a lot, but would only go back to the USA on holidays so I wont see my parents and friends often and I know I will miss them so much:( I really need advice. If you were in my position, what would you pick? Im so scared to make the wrong decision:( public school sounds like heaven but my parents wont let me even talk about that:((
Other - Family & Relationships - 7 Answers
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i would sooo go to england for the fun of it! but i would rly miss my parents alot!!! but i still think u should go to england!! email me ur results! gd luck:)
2 :
Personally, I liked public school. You get to meet an interesting variety of people, and that is important because A) it helps you develop socially, and B) expands your perception of race and tolerance. Maybe the education is of a lower quality, but if you pick a decent public school, that won't be a factor. If you go to school with a bunch of people who are exactly like you, you won't learn as much-- and I mean that in the sense of culture as well as basic knowledge. Public school helps you develop "street smarts", and those become increasingly important the older and more independent you become. Knowing how to interact with and get along with a wide variety of people is critical in college, and the easiest way to learn how to do that is in public school.
3 :
Because I really LOVE England, I say go to England. If you plan on going to college, they will look at the schools you have attended and stuff and maybe be impressed that you went there. I'm moving to London when I graduate high school. Life's better in England..not that theres anything wrong in the U.S but common, England lol. (: High school is great but if I had the option to go to Stowe, I would. But don't forget, this is your decision so do your research and see what's really best for you. Good luck! (:
4 :
Its really nice around stowe / stowe in the wold, I live inside 40 miles of the area but,I would say stay where you are as you have your life & everything you know around you. best wishes.
5 :
your so lucky..i wish i could go to school in England,im 16,i love England,you should totally go there!
6 :
definitely go to Stowe you'll have way more fun in England and after school in 4 years when your done school you can travel before coming home if you have money
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English
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Monday, April 16, 2012
Where should I go to high school? England or USA
Where should I go to high school? England or USA?
Im 13 at the moment and next year I'll be starting high school I am so scared because I dont know where I want to go. My parents gave me a few options and said I should pick whatever one I like. I live in Arizona, USA and I can either go to a high school there but its a private high school but a boy&girl one. I would be a day student and could live at home. The second option is a boarding school. It's called 'Stowe' and its in Buckingham, England. Its also a boy&girl one. The reson WHY this school is because my dad is Italian, but he moved to England when he was 11 and thats the school he went to before he came to the US and he said it he had the time of his life. I like both! If I stayed in Arizona, I would still be able to always be with my family and friends BUT if I moved to England I would have a whole new experience the only thing is I would be so far away from my family. I would see my grandparents in london a lot, but would only go back to the USA on holidays so I wont see my parents and friends often and I know I will miss them so much:( I really need advice. If you were in my position, what would you pick? Im so scared to make the wrong decision:( public school sounds like heaven but my parents wont let me even talk about that:((
Other - Family & Relationships - 7 Answers
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1 :
i would sooo go to england for the fun of it! but i would rly miss my parents alot!!! but i still think u should go to england!! email me ur results! gd luck:)
2 :
Personally, I liked public school. You get to meet an interesting variety of people, and that is important because A) it helps you develop socially, and B) expands your perception of race and tolerance. Maybe the education is of a lower quality, but if you pick a decent public school, that won't be a factor. If you go to school with a bunch of people who are exactly like you, you won't learn as much-- and I mean that in the sense of culture as well as basic knowledge. Public school helps you develop "street smarts", and those become increasingly important the older and more independent you become. Knowing how to interact with and get along with a wide variety of people is critical in college, and the easiest way to learn how to do that is in public school.
3 :
Because I really LOVE England, I say go to England. If you plan on going to college, they will look at the schools you have attended and stuff and maybe be impressed that you went there. I'm moving to London when I graduate high school. Life's better in England..not that theres anything wrong in the U.S but common, England lol. (: High school is great but if I had the option to go to Stowe, I would. But don't forget, this is your decision so do your research and see what's really best for you. Good luck! (:
4 :
Its really nice around stowe / stowe in the wold, I live inside 40 miles of the area but,I would say stay where you are as you have your life & everything you know around you. best wishes.
5 :
your so lucky..i wish i could go to school in England,im 16,i love England,you should totally go there!
6 :
definitely go to Stowe you'll have way more fun in England and after school in 4 years when your done school you can travel before coming home if you have money
7 :
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Im 13 at the moment and next year I'll be starting high school I am so scared because I dont know where I want to go. My parents gave me a few options and said I should pick whatever one I like. I live in Arizona, USA and I can either go to a high school there but its a private high school but a boy&girl one. I would be a day student and could live at home. The second option is a boarding school. It's called 'Stowe' and its in Buckingham, England. Its also a boy&girl one. The reson WHY this school is because my dad is Italian, but he moved to England when he was 11 and thats the school he went to before he came to the US and he said it he had the time of his life. I like both! If I stayed in Arizona, I would still be able to always be with my family and friends BUT if I moved to England I would have a whole new experience the only thing is I would be so far away from my family. I would see my grandparents in london a lot, but would only go back to the USA on holidays so I wont see my parents and friends often and I know I will miss them so much:( I really need advice. If you were in my position, what would you pick? Im so scared to make the wrong decision:( public school sounds like heaven but my parents wont let me even talk about that:((
Other - Family & Relationships - 7 Answers
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1 :
i would sooo go to england for the fun of it! but i would rly miss my parents alot!!! but i still think u should go to england!! email me ur results! gd luck:)
2 :
Personally, I liked public school. You get to meet an interesting variety of people, and that is important because A) it helps you develop socially, and B) expands your perception of race and tolerance. Maybe the education is of a lower quality, but if you pick a decent public school, that won't be a factor. If you go to school with a bunch of people who are exactly like you, you won't learn as much-- and I mean that in the sense of culture as well as basic knowledge. Public school helps you develop "street smarts", and those become increasingly important the older and more independent you become. Knowing how to interact with and get along with a wide variety of people is critical in college, and the easiest way to learn how to do that is in public school.
3 :
Because I really LOVE England, I say go to England. If you plan on going to college, they will look at the schools you have attended and stuff and maybe be impressed that you went there. I'm moving to London when I graduate high school. Life's better in England..not that theres anything wrong in the U.S but common, England lol. (: High school is great but if I had the option to go to Stowe, I would. But don't forget, this is your decision so do your research and see what's really best for you. Good luck! (:
4 :
Its really nice around stowe / stowe in the wold, I live inside 40 miles of the area but,I would say stay where you are as you have your life & everything you know around you. best wishes.
5 :
your so lucky..i wish i could go to school in England,im 16,i love England,you should totally go there!
6 :
definitely go to Stowe you'll have way more fun in England and after school in 4 years when your done school you can travel before coming home if you have money
7 :
English
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Sunday, April 8, 2012
school of traditional chinese medicine in the usa
school of traditional chinese medicine in the usa?
I am curious about learning traditional chinese medicine (TCM). All through massage school we would talk about it. Can anyone direct me to a listing of good TCM schools in the USA? I already found the one in manhattan, but would like to know if there are anymore. I am looking for a school where I can do the full training, not just a weekend workshop. Thanks alot! a side thought; is it possible to just train in herbology? That has always interested me the most. Do you have to be an acupunsturist to study herbs? Thanks! I will look into the school in MA. I live in upstate NY. I have researched pacific college , but I dont know if I will have the finances to go to school in NYC.
Alternative Medicine - 4 Answers
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If you want to go to a good TCM school, it has to be in China. The level of education taught in US TCM schools is low, equivalent to high school degree. I've yet to meet a US trained acupuncturist who knows what they're doing and I don't refer any patients to them. US trained acupuncturists needle the same spots for patients that present the same symptoms. An asian trained acupuncturist does a full assessment and needles spots that are unique and different from patient to patient even though they may complain about the same symptom. If you can't afford to go to China, in the Tri-state area, Pacific college in manhattan is one of the best ones. While you train there, there are seminars available that can help increase your knowledge or find a mentor and learn from them how to become a good acupuncturist. But if you don't have the intention of doing so, I wouldn't recommend wasting your money going to TCM school. You'll do more harm to your patients and downgrade the profession.
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There is (or was) an school of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Shattuck Street in Berkeley, CA. Check New England School of Acupuncture in Watertown, MA to see what their offerings are. [I just did. They do indeed offer Chinese Herbal Medicine as a modality/course of study. 150 California Street, 3rd Floor Newton, MA 02458 617.558.1788] I know they offer acupuncture and acupressure, Tui Na, Do-In, Chi Gong, Shiatsu studies, I'm just not sure about herbology at the moment. Pacific College of Medicine does indeed have a branch in Manhattan on Broadway. It's one of the best schools in North America for this discipline. [Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, 915 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, NY (212)982-4600. There is also an excellent college of Chinese Medicine in Minneapolis. I know this b/c one of my best friends is studying there now. It is extremely rigorous and time consuming, but she's loving it and seems to be excelling. 1) Midwest College of Oriental Medicine 4334 North Hazel Suite 206 Chicago, Illinois 60613 Telephone: 773-975-1295 2) American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine 455 Arkansas Street San Francisco, CA 94107 (415)282-7600 3) See contact info above for New England School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. There is a website called www.naturalhealers.com. It literally lists hundreds and hundreds of schools by discipline and location. Use this website--it's awesome. It would be extremely helpful to know where you are in the world/what state you're in before answering this question.
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Since you live in Upstate NY you need to look at New York Chiropractic College its in Seneca Falls they have a accredited Masters in Oriental Medicine and also in Acupuncture. As for just training in herbology no there is no truly just certified program for herbology and on top of that most states don't license herbalists. I would also recommend that you check out Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine's website they'd provide you with the information on what schools are accredited through out the country. Also the great thing about NYCC is that they are also regionally accredited which means that their credits are more likely to transfer to a traditional school then those schools that are regionally accredited.
4 :
Licensed acupuncturists in the USA attend 4 years of full time Oriental medical school as a post graduate course (In other words, most of them have 8 years of college, just like an MD or chiro). They must pass a vigorous national board exam, and must be licensed in the state where they practice. You can visit www.naturalhealers.com for a complete list of herb schools and acupuncture schools.
I am curious about learning traditional chinese medicine (TCM). All through massage school we would talk about it. Can anyone direct me to a listing of good TCM schools in the USA? I already found the one in manhattan, but would like to know if there are anymore. I am looking for a school where I can do the full training, not just a weekend workshop. Thanks alot! a side thought; is it possible to just train in herbology? That has always interested me the most. Do you have to be an acupunsturist to study herbs? Thanks! I will look into the school in MA. I live in upstate NY. I have researched pacific college , but I dont know if I will have the finances to go to school in NYC.
Alternative Medicine - 4 Answers
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1 :
If you want to go to a good TCM school, it has to be in China. The level of education taught in US TCM schools is low, equivalent to high school degree. I've yet to meet a US trained acupuncturist who knows what they're doing and I don't refer any patients to them. US trained acupuncturists needle the same spots for patients that present the same symptoms. An asian trained acupuncturist does a full assessment and needles spots that are unique and different from patient to patient even though they may complain about the same symptom. If you can't afford to go to China, in the Tri-state area, Pacific college in manhattan is one of the best ones. While you train there, there are seminars available that can help increase your knowledge or find a mentor and learn from them how to become a good acupuncturist. But if you don't have the intention of doing so, I wouldn't recommend wasting your money going to TCM school. You'll do more harm to your patients and downgrade the profession.
2 :
There is (or was) an school of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Shattuck Street in Berkeley, CA. Check New England School of Acupuncture in Watertown, MA to see what their offerings are. [I just did. They do indeed offer Chinese Herbal Medicine as a modality/course of study. 150 California Street, 3rd Floor Newton, MA 02458 617.558.1788] I know they offer acupuncture and acupressure, Tui Na, Do-In, Chi Gong, Shiatsu studies, I'm just not sure about herbology at the moment. Pacific College of Medicine does indeed have a branch in Manhattan on Broadway. It's one of the best schools in North America for this discipline. [Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, 915 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, NY (212)982-4600. There is also an excellent college of Chinese Medicine in Minneapolis. I know this b/c one of my best friends is studying there now. It is extremely rigorous and time consuming, but she's loving it and seems to be excelling. 1) Midwest College of Oriental Medicine 4334 North Hazel Suite 206 Chicago, Illinois 60613 Telephone: 773-975-1295 2) American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine 455 Arkansas Street San Francisco, CA 94107 (415)282-7600 3) See contact info above for New England School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. There is a website called www.naturalhealers.com. It literally lists hundreds and hundreds of schools by discipline and location. Use this website--it's awesome. It would be extremely helpful to know where you are in the world/what state you're in before answering this question.
3 :
Since you live in Upstate NY you need to look at New York Chiropractic College its in Seneca Falls they have a accredited Masters in Oriental Medicine and also in Acupuncture. As for just training in herbology no there is no truly just certified program for herbology and on top of that most states don't license herbalists. I would also recommend that you check out Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine's website they'd provide you with the information on what schools are accredited through out the country. Also the great thing about NYCC is that they are also regionally accredited which means that their credits are more likely to transfer to a traditional school then those schools that are regionally accredited.
4 :
Licensed acupuncturists in the USA attend 4 years of full time Oriental medical school as a post graduate course (In other words, most of them have 8 years of college, just like an MD or chiro). They must pass a vigorous national board exam, and must be licensed in the state where they practice. You can visit www.naturalhealers.com for a complete list of herb schools and acupuncture schools.
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Sunday, April 1, 2012
moving to a school in the usa and i am from australia? any tips?
moving to a school in the usa and i am from australia? any tips?
ok, so im moving to the USA and im going to be starting school over there, ive had my schooling life in australia, i am a 16 year old moving next week. I just need tips on what the schools are like over there and how to fit in well as it will probably be a big culture shock, for example are there like popular groups, and all that? because whereas australia is just laid back, like just watching these american shows gives an influence of american schools which i think are made up of different catergories like, the popular kids, the normal kids, the nerds, and the losers , just wondering what schools in america are like.
Sydney - 3 Answers
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OI mate, why the fock would you do that, the outback's the greatest focking place on the planet mate. Enjoy eating beef alligator steaks instead of croc steaks and eating bison steaks in place of 'roo steaks mate. Cheers, mate
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Do you have any choice in where you're going? I think, generally speaking, the west coast is more laid back than the east coast. The midwest is very conservative. The south, a bit different, but Florida is not like the other southern states since so many people move there from different parts of the country. So east coast, south, midwest, south west, and north west are very different climates and cultures. I went to school in the Northwest and now live in the Northwest and I just love it. I think your list of typical groups is pretty accurate. I started high school after moving to a new state so I did not know anyone and they all grew up together. So it was very hard for me to fit in. At first, I tried to change myself to fit in with them. The standard uniform for guys at that time was corduroy pants and long sleeve plaid shirt. So I did that until one day I walked up to the group of cool people and after one of their friends walked away to class, someone made a comment about him that just cut him down to ribbons and they all laughed. I figured, if that's how you treat your friends I don't need your friendship. So I spent the rest of that year alone and frustrated. During our orientation, someone said that joining a club or a sport would be a good way to meet people. So, much to my surprise, I joined the cross country running team (I was not too interested in football, baseball, or soccer). And I did get to know those guys and pretty quickly found myself part of a good group of people. So that really helped. The other thing that surprised me was that this tall, goofy, red headed kid turned out to be not such a strange person after we talked a bit. I found that he had a similar background and the same interests as I did. So we started hanging out my sophomore year and eventually became best friends. So, I learned to not judge a book by its cover and give people a chance. I had a similar experience in college with a guy I thought was the supreme leader of the party animals but turned out we had very similar views on life and practically the same hopes and dreams for the future. I think it is also fair to say this, there are usually enough groups (unless you move to a small town) that you will find one (or two) that you fit in well with. I think kids these days (I am the parent of a 14, 16, and 19 year old) are more confident in themselves and more in tune with their identity. I think they are less prone to follow a single crowd and more prone to form a group that fits them. So that provides a lot of opportunity for kids of all types to be themselves. I'll also repeat the advice I received, join a sport or club that interests you. That will be the easiest way to find people who share your interests. You can take heart at least in this: everyone will LOVE your Aussie accent! Over the past 10 years or so sports shows and game shows have brought in Aussies and British commentators and hosts because their accents are so appealing to Americans. For some reason, we think they sound really cool, we get a kick out of the funny words you people have, and we just love hearing that voice. So I bet that, once you start talking, you will attract people who want to listen to you. And then, I'm sure good relationships will follow. Good luck!
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Hated, listen, short and sweet, be yourself, keep your nose clean and you will fit in okay with the system in place over this side of the world. Over this side of the world the kids are more laid back. Just remember, your going to school to learn, not be a socialite. With your accent you will pick up loads of friends, but be choosy who.
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ok, so im moving to the USA and im going to be starting school over there, ive had my schooling life in australia, i am a 16 year old moving next week. I just need tips on what the schools are like over there and how to fit in well as it will probably be a big culture shock, for example are there like popular groups, and all that? because whereas australia is just laid back, like just watching these american shows gives an influence of american schools which i think are made up of different catergories like, the popular kids, the normal kids, the nerds, and the losers , just wondering what schools in america are like.
Sydney - 3 Answers
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1 :
OI mate, why the fock would you do that, the outback's the greatest focking place on the planet mate. Enjoy eating beef alligator steaks instead of croc steaks and eating bison steaks in place of 'roo steaks mate. Cheers, mate
2 :
Do you have any choice in where you're going? I think, generally speaking, the west coast is more laid back than the east coast. The midwest is very conservative. The south, a bit different, but Florida is not like the other southern states since so many people move there from different parts of the country. So east coast, south, midwest, south west, and north west are very different climates and cultures. I went to school in the Northwest and now live in the Northwest and I just love it. I think your list of typical groups is pretty accurate. I started high school after moving to a new state so I did not know anyone and they all grew up together. So it was very hard for me to fit in. At first, I tried to change myself to fit in with them. The standard uniform for guys at that time was corduroy pants and long sleeve plaid shirt. So I did that until one day I walked up to the group of cool people and after one of their friends walked away to class, someone made a comment about him that just cut him down to ribbons and they all laughed. I figured, if that's how you treat your friends I don't need your friendship. So I spent the rest of that year alone and frustrated. During our orientation, someone said that joining a club or a sport would be a good way to meet people. So, much to my surprise, I joined the cross country running team (I was not too interested in football, baseball, or soccer). And I did get to know those guys and pretty quickly found myself part of a good group of people. So that really helped. The other thing that surprised me was that this tall, goofy, red headed kid turned out to be not such a strange person after we talked a bit. I found that he had a similar background and the same interests as I did. So we started hanging out my sophomore year and eventually became best friends. So, I learned to not judge a book by its cover and give people a chance. I had a similar experience in college with a guy I thought was the supreme leader of the party animals but turned out we had very similar views on life and practically the same hopes and dreams for the future. I think it is also fair to say this, there are usually enough groups (unless you move to a small town) that you will find one (or two) that you fit in well with. I think kids these days (I am the parent of a 14, 16, and 19 year old) are more confident in themselves and more in tune with their identity. I think they are less prone to follow a single crowd and more prone to form a group that fits them. So that provides a lot of opportunity for kids of all types to be themselves. I'll also repeat the advice I received, join a sport or club that interests you. That will be the easiest way to find people who share your interests. You can take heart at least in this: everyone will LOVE your Aussie accent! Over the past 10 years or so sports shows and game shows have brought in Aussies and British commentators and hosts because their accents are so appealing to Americans. For some reason, we think they sound really cool, we get a kick out of the funny words you people have, and we just love hearing that voice. So I bet that, once you start talking, you will attract people who want to listen to you. And then, I'm sure good relationships will follow. Good luck!
3 :
Hated, listen, short and sweet, be yourself, keep your nose clean and you will fit in okay with the system in place over this side of the world. Over this side of the world the kids are more laid back. Just remember, your going to school to learn, not be a socialite. With your accent you will pick up loads of friends, but be choosy who.
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