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*** OFFICIAL NEWSCHOOLERS SECRET SANTA 2018 ***

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lauraobermeyer
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Hello all! It's that time of year again for the annual Newschoolers Secret Santa!

I'll be officially taking over for Erica this year, however the protocol is pretty much the same as it has been. However, we did this as a FB group last year which worked really well and everyone did great!

Here are the deets:
- You must be at least 15 years of age
- You must have at least 1 year of positive NS history
- There is a $5 buy-in
>>>> Failure to send a gift will result in public shaming as well as a perma-ban.
>>>> The buy-in funds cover any lost/not sent gifts, and any remaining money will be donated to an industry non-profit (TBD)

Thread closes November 6th 12:00AM. Please post below if you would like to be included. We don't have time for anyone taking their time or forgetting to check NSG. If you're new to this, YOU MUST HAVE BEEN ACTIVE for at least a year. By ACTIVE I mean you've been contributing positively to the community, not just had an account.

One more side note- There is both an American and a Canadian Secret Santa. The Canada Secret Santa will only happen if we have at least 10 Canadians sign up! Unfortunately, no Europe/International as there has not been enough interest in the past.

*Not officially associated with Newschoolers.com

If you're accepted, you will receive an invitation within a few days of your posting. The nature of cult forums have changed, so we will be doing this via a private Facebook group this year- I'm still figuring out logistics, but you will have to have a facebook account as well to participate. If you have any questions, please post in this thread rather than messaging me.
Oct 19 2018 12:43PM
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BigPurpleSkiSuit
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Do I qualify even though my account isnt a year old? Eheath can vouch that i gave 25 bucks towards the fantasy football league. I promise to give a good gift

**This post was edited on Oct 19th 2018 at 1:29:35pm
Oct 19 2018 12:56PM
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Lonely
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Haven't done it in a while but I actually have money this year. I'm in.
Oct 19 2018 1:06PM
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vibecheck
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Crap! I'm 12, what am I gonna do?!
Oct 19 2018 1:07PM
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kingsskier
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Im in. Did it last year and it was dope.
Oct 20 2018 7:10AM
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TRVP_ANGEL
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Alright cool i'm down


- You must be at least 15 years of age - few days to go
- You must have at least 1 year of positive NS history - excessively positive
- There is a $5 buy-in - sure

**This post was edited on Oct 20th 2018 at 1:02:18pm
Oct 20 2018 12:57PM
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.MASSHOLE.
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Not as active here as I have been but still willing to do this! Count me in. last few years have been great.
Oct 20 2018 3:30PM
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Zypher
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Year number 3, whooo!
Oct 20 2018 11:20PM
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CalumSKI
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i live in Canada
where do i get to the one for Canadians
Oct 21 2018 3:02PM
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roddy116
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in
Oct 21 2018 3:33PM
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knatman
Posts: 217 - Karma: 312
hi i'm in
Oct 22 2018 11:23AM
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JoeF2661
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I'm totally down for this. My account isnt a year old but in not a douchbag and this looks like it would be chill to participate in. Let me know.
Oct 22 2018 11:39AM
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gravel
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I'm down but I don't have a fb and I'm not gonna get one, so let me know if that counts me out
Oct 22 2018 1:31PM
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TheSmokinL
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Put me in coach
Oct 22 2018 2:47PM
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Daph
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Count me in again
Oct 22 2018 8:05PM
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ModMommy
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Hi I’m in
Oct 22 2018 8:14PM
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-Robert
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This is my favorite thing to do!!! I'd love to do it again. Might be my 4th?? year!
Oct 22 2018 9:26PM
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CLQ
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Sounds like fun i'm in
Oct 22 2018 9:44PM
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lmmcc
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I'm in! Quick question though: what's about the right amount of $$$ to spend on a gift?
Oct 22 2018 10:48PM
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slothking
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I'm in, excited for year 3
Oct 22 2018 10:52PM
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Troy.
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Yo, I missed last year, but ready to smash year #5.

Sign me up, papi
Oct 23 2018 1:50PM
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kingsskier
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lmmccI'm in! Quick question though: what's about the right amount of $$$ to spend on a gift?


There is a thread of some of the stuff people got last year which should give you an idea.
I asked last year and this is the response Samantha sent me when I asked
"Hey! In the past, I've sent out box w/ a nice water bottle (or coffee bottle) a hat, a (cheapish) pair of mittens and another small thing. I had Daph last year, and made her a catlady box. I received a sweatshirt, beanie, and a cooking tool last year. I think a thoughtful gift is the most important! You don't have to get a lot."

The second to last sentence is the key. Put thought into it. You will get information about who you are sending the gift to.

**This post was edited on Oct 23rd 2018 at 2:56:26pm
Oct 23 2018 2:54PM
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CalumSKI
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im in
Oct 23 2018 3:04PM
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ModMommy
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kingsskierThere is a thread of some of the stuff people got last year which should give you an idea.
I asked last year and this is the response Samantha sent me when I asked
"Hey! In the past, I've sent out box w/ a nice water bottle (or coffee bottle) a hat, a (cheapish) pair of mittens and another small thing. I had Daph last year, and made her a catlady box. I received a sweatshirt, beanie, and a cooking tool last year. I think a thoughtful gift is the most important! You don't have to get a lot."

The second to last sentence is the key. Put thought into it. You will get information about who you are sending the gift to.

**This post was edited on Oct 23rd 2018 at 2:56:26pm


Aww! That's what I wrote! I think it's key to pick a thoughtful gift rather than a smash some shit together and call it good.
Oct 23 2018 4:25PM
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Mingg
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I'm in!!

I'll never forget the first year I did this, I was gifted penis lollipops and I found my 7 year old niece eating them while watching tv. Proud Auntie moment for sure.
Oct 23 2018 11:24PM
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Swandog7
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Back in this year
Oct 23 2018 11:46PM
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losh
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I'm in if you guys like me enough I guess
Oct 24 2018 2:40AM
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KEVTRON
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I would like to be included this year. Thanks. -Tron
27/M/USA

**This post was edited on Oct 24th 2018 at 5:16:29am
Oct 24 2018 5:14AM
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AstroKush
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I'm interested, but not a minimum a year old account user although I've bought few stuff and sold a boot here. 35/US.
Oct 26 2018 7:53AM
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lurking
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Ahhh the suspense... I'm in!
Oct 26 2018 3:11PM
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bdarb207
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Count me in! 5 years running I think?

Thanks to Mods.
Oct 27 2018 5:24PM
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Thomasarivkin1
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Count me in! This sounds so rad. Also I can send a bigger buy in to show I’m real
Oct 28 2018 11:34PM
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DirtYStylE
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Count me in
Oct 30 2018 2:52PM
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patagonialuke
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Didn't even know this existed until now, sounds rad. I'm in for this year.
Nov 1 2018 10:22PM
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lauraobermeyer
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The referenced post has been removed.


If anyone is hoping to get on board sans FB this year they can PM me! :)
Nov 3 2018 6:02PM
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lauraobermeyer
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we also only need a couple more canadians to make that happen btw so if you're canadian you should get on board
Nov 3 2018 6:11PM
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Carl_the_Llama
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I'm in, missed it last year and was sad
Nov 6 2018 1:41AM
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JoeF2661
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whats the ruling on this. I dont have a FB and will not create one.
Nov 6 2018 12:59PM
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gravel
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JoeF2661whats the ruling on this. I dont have a FB and will not create one.


Look about 3 posts up...
Nov 6 2018 1:11PM
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lauraobermeyer
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bump / last call
Nov 6 2018 1:42PM
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skiguy04
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lauraobermeyerbump / last call


How many Canada folk you got?

Also do t have fb
Nov 6 2018 2:17PM
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lauraobermeyer
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skiguy04How many Canada folk you got?

Also do t have fb

Enough if you’re Canadian and on board!
Nov 6 2018 3:23PM
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ColoradoDogfart
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Last minute I'm in!!
Nov 6 2018 11:36PM
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JoeF2661
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We doing this again this year?
Oct 20 2019 3:12PM
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fries
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JoeF2661We doing this again this year?


I've never done it but I think this year I will (given that it happens)
Oct 20 2019 4:29PM
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Youngm_IPCME
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JoeF2661We doing this again this year?


I hope so, still kicking myself for not participating last year
Oct 20 2019 5:17PM
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Zypher
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I believe it’s going to happen, the lovely ladies that head this usually start the thread early/mid November so be on the lookout for it!
JoeF2661We doing this again this year?
Oct 21 2019 1:07PM
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SendyMcSendyface
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Fuck yeah I'm in
Oct 21 2019 4:40PM
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CalumSKI
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id be down to do it this year
ive got a couple things in mind
Oct 21 2019 9:01PM
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lauraobermeyer
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i sadly don’t have the time to manage this again this year so if you’re down to help out with running it please dm me!!
Oct 22 2019 2:47AM
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