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Home schooling
Becky:
aww that reminds me of finding nemo!!
gmik:
I took 10 years off of teaching to raise my kids. I had been teaching for 5 years and just decided I would stay home. When they got to school age I sent the first one to our public school. By the 2nd one a new private "Christian" school had opened up. So all 3 went to a school that I eventually taught at also. Here is my point. BE INVOLVED if you send to a public school. Don't assume anything. Be in the classroom. Know what is going on and KNOW who your child hangs out with.
To homeschool is awesome. I just think you have to be a very special person (which you all are!), with lots of patience. I didn't think I could do it-and as my kids went free as long as I taught at the christian school there-so homeschooling was never a serious option. I quit the school when they all graduated and then went to public teaching so I could have a retirement.
I have some wonderful students and parents in my classes. BUT the low lifers are becoming the majority. I could tell you stories that would curl your straight hair. It is so sad. Your innocent children will learn lots of things that you wouldn't want them to learn-and I am just not talking cussing.
Cherish them and Protect them as long as you can. If you have the wherewithal to homeschool I think that would be ideal.
So do what the Lord leads you to do.
:)
JJ:
Very interesting to hear from different perspectives.
We have been a homeschool family for 16 years. Our son was in public school for 5 years, so I know about sending a 5 yr. old away. Our 3 daughters, 19, 15, 12 have always been at home. I'm passionate about this topic, as I have loved being with my children-- what a privilege and
pleasure as well as sacrifice and responsibility.
Education and character will depend on parental influence whether public or home is chosen. Socially, homeschoolers have so many opportunities
but there are some things that children can be spared from at home.
If the parents are legalistic or socially challenged, the children will be
molded in that way whether h.s. or public educated. Character development should never take a back seat to education, for what is the value of a man that has degrees and intelligence but no moral character?
Problem we have found is that the majority of homeschoolers in our area
are quite religiously legalistic. This is a big turn off for my girls, especially as they age. This is not a homeschool problem, but a religious one.
Some of the benefits I have seen through our years: we had control over dating scene- no dating allowed and no temptaion or influence for
8 hrs a day-- we also did NOT go to organized church, where dating is
quite often encouraged or at least allowed. My girls have enjoyed their girlhood and developed healthy values and strengths.
The very young child was protected until they were strong and confident
enough to be on their own. The more adventurous child was protected from themselves! But most awesome thing is that my 3 girls are so close. I never allowed them to fight or be cruel to one another.
They aren't perfect, but even as teens, they are so much closer because of the large amount of time spent together. They all still giggle and talk
and even cuddle together at times.
Every day, I realize how I have failed them, but try to stay balanced and
know that God is soveriegn and where I have failed, He will use that
weakness to bring them to Himself. Had they been in public school, there would have been failures as well. One thing, they KNOW how important they are to their Dad and I, and they are quite secure in that
love........ so whatever your choice, live every day #1 to love God with
all your heart and #2 to love your family-- paying attention and nurturing
and protecting-- putting no hobbies, pleasures, self-interests above your
precious children or spouse. We are insufficient for the job of parenting
and NEED God every step of the way!
JJ
buddyjc:
We homeschool all five of our children. The oldest just graduated from High School and is going to college in the fall. There are a lot of good reasons to homeschool, but you must first make sure you are up to it. It can be very demanding. It also depends upon your children. We have two daughters whom we have been told would never make it in a classroom environment. They constantly need one-on-one teaching. Children with learning disabilities do much better at home.
I have heard all the stories of how homeschooled kids do not get the social skills they will need when on their own, but this is false. They have to be taught social skills anyway, and who better to teach them than you.
Homeschooling can be quite expensive as well. You will have to purchase your own curriculums and books. They are not cheap, but if you can get into a homeschool group, they do a lot of lending.
After homeschooling for 18 years, we would never send one of ours to public school. (Although we have threatened them with this.) Anyway, it is your choice. I went to public school and I did not turn out so bad. I know things have changed a lot since then though. Hope this helps.
Brian
nightmare sasuke:
--- Quote from: prarrydog ---I have a daughter who is starting school this year and a wife who is a stay at home mom and am wondering if anyone has opinions or experience with home schooling (pros, cons, etc.). Love to hear from you. Thanks.
--- End quote ---
I've been home-schooled most of my life.
I personally like it better. It's more hands on; if you have a problem with something you're not forced forward with a lack of understanding; and you do not have to deal with all the anti-christian people who can be a big influence on many kids.
On the other hand, would your daughter be able to be taught by your wife? In other words, would she listen to your wife?
On the other hand, school can teach you some important things:
[1] They do not teach you a thing--they give you work and you teach yourself.
[2] 80% of society is horrible.
[3] Some teachers are very awesome.
PS. Maybe you could start her in school, see how it goes, and then decide to take her out or leave her in, or vice versa.
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