Neeraj Gupta

Background

Parent of Kien Gupta, a junior at St. Stephen's Episcopal School considering transferring to Alpha High.
Has two other children who attended St. Stephen's.
Involved and knowledgeable parent, concerned with academic rigor, college admissions impact, and the unique value proposition of different educational models.

Transcript/GPA Translation: Worried about how St. Stephen's rigorous, non-standard grading (H/V/G) and lack of APs would translate or be potentially disadvantaged on an Alpha School transcript for college admissions.
College Admissions Strategy: Questioned whether an Alpha transcript + Masterpiece project is viewed more favorably than a traditional transcript from a rigorous school like St. Stephen's, especially without high AP scores.
Timing: Weighed the pros and cons of Kien transferring mid-junior year vs. waiting until senior year, considering the impact on demonstrating academic rigor vs. benefiting from Alpha's Masterpiece focus.
Lossiness: Concerned about losing the perceived value/rigor of the St. Stephen's brand in the college application process.

2025-04-14: Attended Alpha High staff meeting (with Gary Sheng, Joe Liemandt, Chris Locke, Carson, Jack Oremus, Emily, Chloe) to discuss the possibility of his son, Kien, transferring to Alpha High. Engaged in a detailed discussion about the academic, logistical, and strategic implications.