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Where Kaplan Dream School House Party partygoers from around the country share their ideas and experiences. Read through the conversations that have already started and post your comments. Feel free to start a new conversation about anything related to this event.
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Monday, April 27 2009, 06:26 am
They Came. They Learned. When They Enroll, You Make $50.
From the Kaplan Dream School House Party Event
Party day has come and gone, but across the country hosts and guests are still cheering about the Kaplan Dream School House Party™!
And you’ll be cheering when you get $50 for getting your guests to enroll! It’s not too late to get your guests to sign up for any PSAT/SAT/ACT Kaplan prep course or tutoring option between April 25th and May 31st. If you do, Kaplan will reward you with $50 cash!
Check out the national party blog to find out what others are saying...and be sure to add your own comments:
- Did you and your guests enjoy the college entrance crash course?
- Did everyone have fun playing the Kaplan Dream School Challenge?
- How did you like the party pack? Any suggestions?
- Did everyone upload party pictures?
Hosts and Guests: Share the highlights of your party now!
Comments (9)
susieqtpie said...
What a fun House Party idea! Thank you for the opportunity! I'm always surprise at the lack of participation on the parents part. I had more kids come over than parents with them. The invites were confusing but I did explain it to them. I asked the parents to do the after party questionaire so I hope that they did that for you! Kids had fun playing and hearing the facts. We love hosting parties! Thanks for giving us another reason to do just that! They wore shirts of their fav schools which was a cute idea from my daughter. One of of the boys didn't remember to do this and showed up in a HOOTERS tshirt! Boy did he get laughed at! All in fun! I liked the party pack. It arrived a few days before the event. Thanks again!
Thursday, May 14 2009, 04:40 pm
photojenni said...
What fun we had. AP History test is just around the corner so what a great excuse to have a party and introduce Kaplan Dream School House Party. Kids wore their first choice school shirts and enjoyed the tail gating food. Moms looked over the Kaplan Dream School Party supplies and played the game. What a great exchange and information! The game was chuck full of facts and college terms that one needs to know. I feel more prepared as we start looking into colleges and preparing for the ACT & SAT! The class is just what my daughter needs to make her more competitive to get in to the College of Her Dreams
Saturday, May 2 2009, 09:05 am
vcallag said...
Great Party Pack! The only issue I had was that people were a bit confused by the invitations-I had to send out an explanatory email in addition to the invite. Otherwise great time!
Friday, May 1 2009, 05:51 pm
edsims said...
Awesome party and great resources ! Thank you Kaplan and House Party! We had a wonderful time and everyone was provided with lots of information. This was a great family activity for many while getting parents together to discuss college and future plans. Thanks again !
Wednesday, April 29 2009, 10:17 pm
triciamcevilly said...
We had a blast! We all sat at the dining room table and played. I was very surprised about how my teenagers who hate to be in the same room with the parents that they actually enjoyed themselves and us. We all had a great time! I also want to say that due to our it being a very nice weekend several people did not make the party,and have called asking if we could get a range check! Well of course I'd love to spend more time with my kids without the TV being involved!! I have another opportunity Friday to discuss Kaplan and House Party.The book is TERRIFIC, what a a valuable resource! This was a wonderful experience and am looking forward to hosting other parties soon! Thank you House Party and Kaplan for providing a wonderful night with family and friends and lots of information for everyone on Kaplan. Thnak You again Tricia McEvilly
Tuesday, April 28 2009, 02:27 pm
jsmss said...
We had a great night....I can not wait to post some pics....we are currently w/o power due to a major heat wave.
Anyway, people wore shirts from their alma maters, schools they dream of, etc.... I picked up a bunch of college shirts at a sports store on major clearance and used them for addl prizes.
My younger kids even got into the fun- one has their eyes on Princeton and on on Notre Dame so maybe my son can pass along some useul knowledge of their Kaplan class.
I agree - with the economy the way it is, I just do not know how many people will participate. If it gets a little scholarship money it will be worth it!
Monday, April 27 2009, 09:44 pm
lexishaley1 said...
Unfortunately, my camera is not working!! :( I'm bummed. Had a great party! I'm not sure if anyone is going to enroll, what with the economy the way it is right now! But I sure hope at least one person does! I'm new to this, this was my first party. I hope to be invited to host a lot more in the near future! :)
lisa rushing~
Monday, April 27 2009, 05:41 pm
amylynnrichards said...
I'm glad yours was such a success! We're having a mini-party on Wed, our Saturday was a complete bust. We invited 20 people personally, every single one said, "no." The principal and career counselor put it in the high school bulletin, not one phone call. We had it in the local community paper, not one nibble.
I am very surprised at the lack of interest. This had the full backing of the school, free pizza, and at the last parents' meeting at the high school, I heard parents complain that there is nothing going on locally for SAT prep and people specifically expressed interest in the online courses such as those provided by Kaplan.
I did not receive the package till a few days before the party, but to be honest, it wouldn't have probably made a difference.
I have another opportunity Wed to discuss Kaplan, hopefully this will have more enthusiasm.
The book is AMAZING, what a resource!
Monday, April 27 2009, 04:57 pm
GaylaRN said...
We had a blast! We all sat on the floor around the game board and played. I was truely surprised out how these boys were going to take to this, whether half heartedly or all aboard, and was shocked that they really really wanted to hear everyones questions, for the opportunity to answer on their one, and if the "reader" didn't read it loud enough they attacked! LOL We have a great time!
I will also say that due to our unstable weather here, several kids were not able to make it and called asking if we coulf still do it! Heeck yea!!
This has been a wonderful experience and am looking forward to hosting other parties soon!
Thank you HouseParty and Kaplan!!!
Monday, April 27 2009, 02:06 pm
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susieqtpie said...
What a fun House Party idea! Thank you for the opportunity! I'm always surprise at the lack of participation on the parents part. I had more kids come over than parents with them. The invites were confusing but I did explain it to them. I asked the parents to do the after party questionaire so I hope that they did that for you! Kids had fun playing and hearing the facts. We love hosting parties! Thanks for giving us another reason to do just that! They wore shirts of their fav schools which was a cute idea from my daughter. One of of the boys didn't remember to do this and showed up in a HOOTERS tshirt! Boy did he get laughed at! All in fun! I liked the party pack. It arrived a few days before the event. Thanks again!
Thursday, May 14 2009, 04:40 pm