Hi, Just wondering if anyone else homeschooled their children. I did and now I have one at UNA and one at NWSCC. Since I am new to the forums, I don't know if this has ever been asked before.
Thanks for info.
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quote:Originally posted by bubba81962:
I would not consider it for my children - I want them to have socialization skills that only come from school with a diverse population. They might as well learn to live in the real world from the very beginning. I know lots of homeschooled kids with lots of problems and unrealistic views of the world. I know the same from some of the Christian schools that have created an artificial world for their kids.
quote:Originally posted by sbwillingham60:
We homeschool. We have 2 boys, 15 yo, and 11 yo and a 3 yo girl. Wouldn't trade it for anything. I have taught in public schools for 7 years and wouldn't want that for my kids.
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
Yes, I would do it again. The pros are you teach what is valuable and not waste time with "busy work".
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
Homeschool is ABUSE????????
I am glad your kids did well but so did mine so please don't judge me unless you are willing to be judged as well.
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
Homeschool is ABUSE????????
You don't think my kids make friends with their professors or are not AROUND less fortunate kids? Do you mean that as money wise or disability wise??They did do well in elementary school, both were number three in class. Both were liked by teachers and had friends. Both were too intelligent to do crap homework that involved "MOM" running all over town for stupid projects that meant nothing and wasted money. Please do not assume you know how homeschool works when you have never been interested in trying it. I am glad your kids did well but so did mine so please don't judge me unless you are willing to be judged as well.
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
I did what I did for my personal reasons and I do not need to explain my reasons to you.
quote:If you are the one who is an atheist, did you give your children the right to chose their beliefs??
quote:Originally posted by MomsyDearest:
My daughter is 16 and attends public school. If I knew then what I know now, I would have pulled her out in the 7th grade and finished her education up here at the house.
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What materials are you using? Did you teach high school or elementary? I also have a friend who is a public teacher and homeschooled her kids. Its nice to know that someone who is considered "an expert" also sees the benefits of homeschool.
quote:Originally posted by MomsyDearest:
I am seriously considering homeschooling my son. He's 9 weeks old so I have a good deal of time to mull it over.
My daughter is 16 and attends public school. If I knew then what I know now, I would have pulled her out in the 7th grade and finished her education up here at the house.
quote:Originally posted by greenhill mom:quote:
What materials are you using? Did you teach high school or elementary? I also have a friend who is a public teacher and homeschooled her kids. Its nice to know that someone who is considered "an expert" also sees the benefits of homeschool.
little mean mama--we use a variety of things--some of what we use are the Bible, Alpha Omega Press stuff (life pacs for science and history and their Horizons math.) My oldest is learning to drive with a prgram called Driver's Ed in a Box. I'm sure Go Fish could find lots wrong with what I am doing, but I don't criticize his rights to bring up his children as he sees fit, so I hope he'll leave me alone.
There is quite a large contingent of homeschoolers in this area. Look around at the library, or at the YMCA or the park, or just about anywhere. We find lessons just about everywhere we go. I have gotten all kinds of nice compliments (is that redundant?) about how my kids get along with all age groups (babies to grandparent-aged folks) and how nice and helpful they are without even asking them to help. Of course, that doesn't usually extend to household chores! lol They are around a diverse group of people most days--not stuck at home as some think of homeschoolers--so they learn to "deal with the real world" early on--not just same-aged peers. Good grief, how is staying in same-aged classrooms like real life? When you grow up and start work, you are around folks of all ages--so you'd better learn to act appropriately long before getting out of school.
quote:Originally posted by _Joy_:
So close and yet so far.
quote:Regarding homeschooling, a parent usually (big U) is the best judge of what is best for their child.
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
I see one thing you all learned and kept from your high school days was the art of bullying.
quote:Originally posted by GoFish:
Taking the High School experience away from your kids is almost a form of abuse in my opinion.
quote:Originally posted by Taciturn:quote:Originally posted by GoFish:
Taking the High School experience away from your kids is almost a form of abuse in my opinion.
Now, GoFish, you know that's not true! Shame on you!
quote:Originally posted by GoFish:
Okay, how about this: I'm sorry. Really. The abuse comment was uncalled for.
quote:Originally posted by pintsize:
I have a daughter that just turned 1. Most likely she will go to public school simply because of my need to work. I applaud the parents that are able to make home schooling work. I do believe that outside of the home school there should be activities and socializing with other kids, but as long as that is accomplished then I think the education the children receive is most likely top-knotch.
quote:Originally posted by Taciturn:quote:Originally posted by GoFish:
Okay, how about this: I'm sorry. Really. The abuse comment was uncalled for.
I'm proud of you,
GoFish!!!
quote:Originally posted by Taciturn:quote:Originally posted by GoFish:
Taking the High School experience away from your kids is almost a form of abuse in my opinion.
Now, GoFish, you know that's not true! Shame on you!
quote:Originally posted by Kindred:
Thanks to bullies, know-it-alls, and just plain abusive and MEAN kids, some kids just can't take it. It would be ABUSE to leave them there IN it.
quote:Originally posted by GoFish:quote:Originally posted by Taciturn:quote:Originally posted by GoFish:
Taking the High School experience away from your kids is almost a form of abuse in my opinion.
Now, GoFish, you know that's not true! Shame on you!
I know you are kidding just a little there but I do wonder if you was the post from Bree1604 that was just above this post. She is still pretty mad that she missed out on so much because she was home schooled.
Really, man, missing out on the middle and high school years would just have to suck. I just can't imagine taking that from my kids. Truly.
quote:Originally posted by Invex:
littlemeanmommas social skills...she comes on here bragging about here home schooled children...when some disagree with her/him...she gets mad, and leaves...I wonder if she taught this to her children...
I learned to take the fight to 'em...
quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
I am not saying home school is better than public, just that it is equal to a high school diploma. I am still learning.
quote:Originally posted by GoFish:quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
I am not saying home school is better than public, just that it is equal to a high school diploma. I am still learning.
And I hope you read the post from the girl who despised her parents decision to home school her. She will regret that for the rest of her life and it is just so darn sad.
Just how absolutely certain are you that you did the right thing by taking high school away from your kids?
quote:Originally posted by GoFish:quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
I am not saying home school is better than public, just that it is equal to a high school diploma. I am still learning.
And I hope you read the post from the girl who despised her parents decision to home school her. She will regret that for the rest of her life and it is just so darn sad.
Just how absolutely certain are you that you did the right thing by taking high school away from your kids?
Well said and I like your quote.quote:Originally posted by miamizsun:
If you're qualified and have the resources, home schooling your child is excellent. A small private school might be a very good alternative.
gofish, i admire the passion in your belief; but i think it's totally misdirected and hypocritical. to blame the parents of home and private schoolers for destroying florence city schools (or any other) reeks of prejudice, ignorance, and over-protectiveness.quote:Originally posted by GoFish:quote:Originally posted by littlemeanmama:
I did what I did for my personal reasons and I do not need to explain my reasons to you.
I did'nt ask for an explanation. I simply offer my opinion of your choice. I'd offer the same opinion if I saw you verbally abusing your children in public. If I think it is wrong, I will tell you. don't like it? Don't abuse them in public.quote:If you are the one who is an atheist, did you give your children the right to chose their beliefs??
Absolutely. I still carry them to functions that will help them develop their own spirituality. I believe spirituality is a basic a need as food and sex for some people. I actually despise atheist parents who would indoctrinate their children with disbelief as much as I despise parents who brainwash their kids into believing in a omnipotent space alien.
We should all be able to believe what we want - as long as those beliefs do not adversely affect others.
Children should be exposed to the world, not hidden. They should see the good and the bad. They should be exposed to failure as well as victory. They should socialize with those less fortunate and those much more fortunate. They definitely should not be coveted and protected by overbearing parents confined within their own home.
I am passionate in my belief (supported by evidence) that Florence City Schools are the best schools in the entire state of Alabama and believe just as passionately that homeschoolers and private school parents are helping destroy that fine institution because of prejudice, ignorance and over-protectiveness.