Ateneo SHS rejected my appeal. Any insane (but sane) thing I can still do to get them to reconsider?
Ateneo SHS just sent me the decision for my rejected appeal. But I quite haven't given up yet, and I know that seems crazy because truthfully, there is no other way. But the stubborn person in me can't seem to let it go.
I know that might seem privileged and entitled—like I can't take rejection. But I'll be truthful: I've been to different schools, and Ateneo was the school where I know I see myself. So I don't think I'll give up without them knowing who I am beyond the grades I submitted and the extracurriculars I listed.
At the very least, I want to be interviewed by them. If I still get rejected after that, then maybe I'll know how to deal with it and try to find another school. But right now, I want to do at least one more thing.
I know it seems impossible because the appeal was the only way. Is there still any way? Can I still be interviewed? Yes, I know how crazy this is, but I'm calling it a leap of faith—and a risky bet on my own future.
So my question is: Is there any insane-but-sane thing I can still do to get the admissions team to reconsider after being rejected twice (initial application + appeal)?
I know it's insane to email the principal demanding an interview at least. Should I do that, or is that borderline insane even for me?
I'm talking about a Hail Mary. A long shot. Something memorable but not creepy or disrespectful. Has anyone ever heard of someone doing something like this and actually getting a second look?
I know this sounds desperate. Because I am. But I'd rather go down trying than just accept silence.