Comments on: What Kind of School Do You Do? http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html On the Road to Joyful Motherhood Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:04:06 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: Vicky http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11739 Vicky Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:09:24 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11739 I have a 3 year old DD and 1 year old DS. We are planning on sending DD to a private church preschool this fall. She needs it mostly for the socialization, as she counts to 50, knows her ABCs, colors, and is starting to read. We recently moved, and have no family here and know so few people, and the interaction with peers will be great for her. I am not against homeschooling in the least (my siblings and their families homeschool); however, I don't feel it's for me. If we lived in an area with terrible schools, then I would in a heartbeat. But for now, we aren't looking into it. I think my daughter would be better suited for a well-structured environment like the formal classroom. My son may prove different. :) I have a 3 year old DD and 1 year old DS. We are planning on sending DD to a private church preschool this fall. She needs it mostly for the socialization, as she counts to 50, knows her ABCs, colors, and is starting to read. We recently moved, and have no family here and know so few people, and the interaction with peers will be great for her.
I am not against homeschooling in the least (my siblings and their families homeschool); however, I don’t feel it’s for me. If we lived in an area with terrible schools, then I would in a heartbeat. But for now, we aren’t looking into it. I think my daughter would be better suited for a well-structured environment like the formal classroom. My son may prove different. :)

]]> By: Mandi http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11694 Mandi Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:23:49 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11694 The form isn't loading for me this so time (I saw it earlier) so I'll just leave a comment. I currently do a combination of homeschooling and a small group setting. I have kindergarten twins who go to a group of 6 kids with teacher/tutor 2 days a week, and I homeschool the other 3 days. We do follow a general lesson plan for the whole group for core subjects (mainly reading, phonics and math.) I like that they get some time with other kids their age and I get a little break from schooling. On the down side, I don't have as much flexibility in terms of curriculum and the pacing isn't perfect for where my 2 kids are. My 3 year old does a small group for preschool 1 day a week (a day when I'm homeschooling the other 2.) I love having the focused time with my kids. I love relearning thing myself. I love being able to direct our conversation to reflect our faith and values. I'm a former high school teaching and really enjoy the role of teacher. I find it challenging to balance my other household tasks and the needs of my other 2 children (3 and 8 mths.) I'm also struggling with patience with one of my kids as he/she is HIGHLY distractable. It's also been a little tricky that I have 2 kids that are the same age/grade but that are in very different places academically. I love your site and would love more articles on schooling! =) The form isn’t loading for me this so time (I saw it earlier) so I’ll just leave a comment.

I currently do a combination of homeschooling and a small group setting. I have kindergarten twins who go to a group of 6 kids with teacher/tutor 2 days a week, and I homeschool the other 3 days. We do follow a general lesson plan for the whole group for core subjects (mainly reading, phonics and math.) I like that they get some time with other kids their age and I get a little break from schooling. On the down side, I don’t have as much flexibility in terms of curriculum and the pacing isn’t perfect for where my 2 kids are. My 3 year old does a small group for preschool 1 day a week (a day when I’m homeschooling the other 2.)

I love having the focused time with my kids. I love relearning thing myself. I love being able to direct our conversation to reflect our faith and values. I’m a former high school teaching and really enjoy the role of teacher.

I find it challenging to balance my other household tasks and the needs of my other 2 children (3 and 8 mths.) I’m also struggling with patience with one of my kids as he/she is HIGHLY distractable. It’s also been a little tricky that I have 2 kids that are the same age/grade but that are in very different places academically.

I love your site and would love more articles on schooling! =)

]]> By: Kalee @ organizeme2010 http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11687 Kalee @ organizeme2010 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:11:53 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11687 My son is only 8 months old, but we are planning on homeschooling. I am very excited about homeschooling and would love to read more about other people's experiences with homeschooling. My son is only 8 months old, but we are planning on homeschooling. I am very excited about homeschooling and would love to read more about other people’s experiences with homeschooling.

]]> By: Debbie in PA http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11674 Debbie in PA Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:40:51 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11674 I have two children, one in 5th and the other in 8th, both in public school. They did go to a private preschool thru kindergarten, which I loved. The 8th grader only wants to be in public school; the 5th grader gets bullied and is begging me to homeschool her. I love the idea of it, but not sure of the reality! I am not sure if either of us has it in us to succeed. She is not self motivated, and I am worried that it may be a disaster. HELP! I have two children, one in 5th and the other in 8th, both in public school. They did go to a private preschool thru kindergarten, which I loved. The 8th grader only wants to be in public school; the 5th grader gets bullied and is begging me to homeschool her. I love the idea of it, but not sure of the reality! I am not sure if either of us has it in us to succeed. She is not self motivated, and I am worried that it may be a disaster. HELP!

]]> By: Mamastiks http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11670 Mamastiks Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:05:10 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11670 I have a 4 y.o. and 2 y.o. - both girls. I currently homeschool. I am not rigid about it because my 4 y.o. is still young for a rigid school schedule. I am reading The Well-Trained Mind, and sort of following it. I use BEKA curriculum. She can write all of her letters and numbers to 20. She also knows a lot of other "stuff." I send her to Awana Cubbies, where she memorizes scripture. I've been checking into kindergarten for next year, but she misses the cut-off by about 2 weeks, so it looks like I'll be sticking with homeschooling. I have a 4 y.o. and 2 y.o. – both girls. I currently homeschool. I am not rigid about it because my 4 y.o. is still young for a rigid school schedule. I am reading The Well-Trained Mind, and sort of following it. I use BEKA curriculum. She can write all of her letters and numbers to 20. She also knows a lot of other “stuff.” I send her to Awana Cubbies, where she memorizes scripture. I’ve been checking into kindergarten for next year, but she misses the cut-off by about 2 weeks, so it looks like I’ll be sticking with homeschooling.

]]> By: Jenn B http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11661 Jenn B Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:22:29 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11661 My daughter is only 6 months old, so we have plenty of time to decide about her schooling. We always assumed we would send our children to public school. We both went to public school, we liked it just fine and we turned out great! Lately, though, I've become very interested in the idea of homeschooling. I'm glad that we have some time to decide. We also have the option of private Christian school, cyber school, and private Performing Arts School (although the latter is only highschool age...but it is free, no tuition!). I know it may seem like a stupid reason to some people, but one of the things pulling me back to public school is a family legacy, so to speak. I attended the same school that my parents did and that my grandparents did. If our kids attended there as well they would be the 4th generation in that school & would be attending the same school that their great-grandparents did (although all of the buildings are different now). I think that's really cool...but I'm a nerd. My daughter is only 6 months old, so we have plenty of time to decide about her schooling. We always assumed we would send our children to public school. We both went to public school, we liked it just fine and we turned out great! Lately, though, I’ve become very interested in the idea of homeschooling. I’m glad that we have some time to decide. We also have the option of private Christian school, cyber school, and private Performing Arts School (although the latter is only highschool age…but it is free, no tuition!).

I know it may seem like a stupid reason to some people, but one of the things pulling me back to public school is a family legacy, so to speak. I attended the same school that my parents did and that my grandparents did. If our kids attended there as well they would be the 4th generation in that school & would be attending the same school that their great-grandparents did (although all of the buildings are different now). I think that’s really cool…but I’m a nerd.

]]> By: Mollie Greenhill http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11633 Mollie Greenhill Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:32:42 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11633 I've had this conversation with many friends lately, as some of them are deciding on a game plan for beginning kindergarten. After having taught in the public school system, I would absolutely still send my own children to public school. We are called to not be "of" the world, but if we aren't "in" the world, we lose so many opportunities to share our faith. As much as I'd like to shield my kids from the junk that's out there (and it's definitely getting worse as years go on), I'd truly be doing them a disservice if they weren't given the chance to put their faith into practice. Teachers have received so much training to do what they do (at each individual grade level) and are far more qualified than I am! And there really are teachers out there who are believers!! I’ve had this conversation with many friends lately, as some of them are deciding on a game plan for beginning kindergarten. After having taught in the public school system, I would absolutely still send my own children to public school. We are called to not be “of” the world, but if we aren’t “in” the world, we lose so many opportunities to share our faith. As much as I’d like to shield my kids from the junk that’s out there (and it’s definitely getting worse as years go on), I’d truly be doing them a disservice if they weren’t given the chance to put their faith into practice. Teachers have received so much training to do what they do (at each individual grade level) and are far more qualified than I am! And there really are teachers out there who are believers!!

]]> By: Carrie http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11619 Carrie Wed, 10 Feb 2010 01:17:39 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11619 I taught public school for middle school aged children, but have chosen to stay home and homeschool my four small children. I struggled with the decision to go against the grain of so many in our society, but enjoy seeing my children grow and learn (most of the time anyways). I'm glad that we have the chance in America to choose what schooling is best for our children. I taught public school for middle school aged children, but have chosen to stay home and homeschool my four small children. I struggled with the decision to go against the grain of so many in our society, but enjoy seeing my children grow and learn (most of the time anyways).

I’m glad that we have the chance in America to choose what schooling is best for our children.

]]> By: Tiffany http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11617 Tiffany Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:45:02 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11617 My daughter is only 2 as well and I have been looking into public schools as I currently work full time. I am also concerned because of where my daughter's birthday falls she will not be in Kindergarten until she is almost 6. We are thinking about starting to try to have another baby this fall and would be interested in knowing if there is any financial incentives or drawbacks from homeschooling. My daughter is only 2 as well and I have been looking into public schools as I currently work full time. I am also concerned because of where my daughter’s birthday falls she will not be in Kindergarten until she is almost 6. We are thinking about starting to try to have another baby this fall and would be interested in knowing if there is any financial incentives or drawbacks from homeschooling.

]]> By: Pam http://lifeasmom.com/2010/02/what-kind-of-school-do-you-do.html#comment-11614 Pam Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:27:09 +0000 http://lifeasmom.com/?p=1909#comment-11614 We have 9 children (6 still at home), and we have done homeschooling, public school, co-ops, and college. I think ALL school settings have their place, and no one type is best. I enjoy homeschooling through grade school, and after that, our kids reach a point where they need to get out of the house more and into a different setting. Of course there are drawbacks to public school, but then again, I can't teach algebra worth squat so there you go. All families have to do what works for them. Every year and every child is different. We should all support each other regardless of what path we choose. We have 9 children (6 still at home), and we have done homeschooling, public school, co-ops, and college. I think ALL school settings have their place, and no one type is best. I enjoy homeschooling through grade school, and after that, our kids reach a point where they need to get out of the house more and into a different setting. Of course there are drawbacks to public school, but then again, I can’t teach algebra worth squat so there you go. All families have to do what works for them. Every year and every child is different. We should all support each other regardless of what path we choose.

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