Wilton High School was to start on the 27th and the new joiners orientation was on the 24th. Which meant that Reia and I had just 4 days to complete the formalities to get into school. And we were not sure it would get done.
On Monday we visited the school, and submitted all the papers. They were checked and found in order. The only thing they now wanted was the Medical. We were thrilled and expected the Medical to be easy. And that's when we found out how wrong we were. The first few clinics we checked with were booked right through to mid September. And we wanted it done right away. Finally Frank's doc came through and made an appointment for the same afternoon, Monday.
We went for the medicals and they were very efficient. They completed everything, but there was a twist in the tale. The gave her a test for TB. The Mantoux test. And you need to wait 2 days for the results. They would be available only on Wednesday afternoon. This was cutting it close. We had to get the tests submitted, get admission papers submitted, get approved, meet with a counselor, get classes assigned, all by Thursday. Not happening, we thought.
Anyways, Wednesday afternoon, we headed for the doctors office. Fortunately all of the tests and results were fine. It was just 1.30. We decided to take a chance and see if we could submit the papers at school. Luckily they were there. And kind enough to entertain us. The nurse went through everything and found that 2 vaccinations were missing. Oh No.So we find a local clinic. Luckily they carried both the vaccines.
By the time we finished, it was 4.30. The school closed at 3.30. We decided to take a chance. And went back. Although the nurse had left, the Registrar was kind enough to accept the papers and would upload it into the system the next day. And the counselor would get in touch. They were busy. And would most likley get in touch next week. But they would see what they could do.
We had our fingers crossed. And luckily, Thursday afternoon the counselor calls. The admission process is complete. Can we see her that evening, so that Reia's schedule could be finalized. Of course we would meet her. So we rush to the school, meet the counselor who's working late. She is very good and completes assigning her classes and she's all set for the orientation.
Reia attends orientation on Thursday and is now all set for school starting Monday. When we arrived, we knew it would be a challenge to get her into school on time. It was a challenge, but it happened. Thanks to all of the wonderful people at Wilton High School and Franks doctor.
With an auspicious start, I'm sure she's going to have an enjoyable schooling at Wilton High School. All the best Reia !
On Monday we visited the school, and submitted all the papers. They were checked and found in order. The only thing they now wanted was the Medical. We were thrilled and expected the Medical to be easy. And that's when we found out how wrong we were. The first few clinics we checked with were booked right through to mid September. And we wanted it done right away. Finally Frank's doc came through and made an appointment for the same afternoon, Monday.
We went for the medicals and they were very efficient. They completed everything, but there was a twist in the tale. The gave her a test for TB. The Mantoux test. And you need to wait 2 days for the results. They would be available only on Wednesday afternoon. This was cutting it close. We had to get the tests submitted, get admission papers submitted, get approved, meet with a counselor, get classes assigned, all by Thursday. Not happening, we thought.
Anyways, Wednesday afternoon, we headed for the doctors office. Fortunately all of the tests and results were fine. It was just 1.30. We decided to take a chance and see if we could submit the papers at school. Luckily they were there. And kind enough to entertain us. The nurse went through everything and found that 2 vaccinations were missing. Oh No.So we find a local clinic. Luckily they carried both the vaccines.
By the time we finished, it was 4.30. The school closed at 3.30. We decided to take a chance. And went back. Although the nurse had left, the Registrar was kind enough to accept the papers and would upload it into the system the next day. And the counselor would get in touch. They were busy. And would most likley get in touch next week. But they would see what they could do.
We had our fingers crossed. And luckily, Thursday afternoon the counselor calls. The admission process is complete. Can we see her that evening, so that Reia's schedule could be finalized. Of course we would meet her. So we rush to the school, meet the counselor who's working late. She is very good and completes assigning her classes and she's all set for the orientation.
Reia attends orientation on Thursday and is now all set for school starting Monday. When we arrived, we knew it would be a challenge to get her into school on time. It was a challenge, but it happened. Thanks to all of the wonderful people at Wilton High School and Franks doctor.
With an auspicious start, I'm sure she's going to have an enjoyable schooling at Wilton High School. All the best Reia !
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