[OPEN] To Ilvermorny Students

Dear whichever Ilvermorny student this reaches,

Hello. My name is Alice Longbottom and I am a student at Hogwarts. I have heard of strange things happening over there, and yet have not received confirmation. I recently began trying to contact an old dormmate of mine who made the trip, as she borrowed a pair of shoes that I'd rather like back, and have found communication to be nearly impossible. Because of that, I am sending not one owl with this letter, but 4 separate owls, a falcon, a carrier pigeon, and a small trained team of owls to travel together, in the hopes of reaching one of you. I am also going to attempt muggle post, as well as email.

My concern is no longer Lydia returning my shoes - though if this reaches Lydia, I would still very much like those back. No, I am growing concerned at how few of my peers have heard from any of their friends who made the trip to the American school. What is going on? I may be one girl, but I am certain I can be of some help if someone just informs me as to the problems.

Dear Scarlett,

I have paid for access to a falconry, as the creatures seem to be smart enough to get there. Even so, communication must be used sparingly.

I have contacted several members of the Ministry. If they do not investigate to the extent at which I believe they should, I will go to the press and the American government.

The only reason I have not gone as far as to book passage is because my family will not allow it. I have asked my elder brother to attempt apparition onto your grounds, or request a portkey. Neither worked, nor did Floo-ing. I suspected part of it might be because of your school's wards, but I still supposed it was worth the try.

Stay strong. Let your friends know help is on the way.