Yesterday we toured KC's top choice school in Western Mass. It is a very different college from what I am used to with two living buildings on campus, which is highly unusual. What is a living building ? Click the link for a more concise explanation than I could give! Obviously there is a strong environmental focus at the college, but there is equally a passionate social justice program and a thriving arts program which seems a wonderful fit for KC. The college is part of a 5 college consortium and he would be able to take classes at all colleges without extra tuition. Dorm rooms are singles and that too is something that will help make his transition easier I think. He is a guy who needs his space. He also needs sleep and if he was paired with someone who had different needs/schedules he would struggle.
He has all ready been accepted and offered a really great 4 year scholarship from the college. But after we toured we were told he is being considered for a greater award which we won't know about till probably early April. He still wants to tour the third choice college in 2 weeks but I am pretty sure he will accept this school's offer and be very happy there. His friend goes there and was able to meet up with us and join us on the tour and talked afterward about what his experience has been like this first year. Those were helpful insights.
