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re: Why on Earth would parents choose to home school their children?
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:01 pm to UGATiger26
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:01 pm to UGATiger26
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The only reason I'd send them to school is for the socialization and opportunities to play sports.
Homeschooled kids can play sports at local schools. Tim Tebow was homeschooled.
A friend of mine from college has his wife homeschooling their kids. They're religious, but I'm not sure if that's why they chose to do it. They do seem to be very attentive parents. They live in FL, maybe the public schools are bad in their area. I'm not sure.
At least one of their sons played sports at a local high school. He set the state record in shot put and is now a cadet at the Naval Academy and getting some playing time on the football field as a Freshman/first year midshipman. Being homeschooled doesn't seem to have hurt that kid.
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Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:02 pm to Rebel
We started last year. Wife was a teacher. We purchased an approved Catholic curriculum and supplement with co-ops and external sources.
It's fricking awesome. Kids are thriving. Best part is the family time. We get to be the primary influence and not the school system who teach nothing of values anymore. Instead of me coming home to kids melting down after sitting in a desk all day stressed out by over stacked classes and bullshite curriculum.
We have the best afternoons. They are well adjusted and get out often and meet with others. When I get home none of the worn out meltdowns and piles of homework until bed. By the time I'm home school is over and they are greating me at the door happily. We are free to go do sports or for a walk or go out out deer corn at the lease. Ride a four wheeler. Whatever.
Its pretty awesome and I hope to do it as long as we can. We really get to spend time and enjoy our kids. We only have them for a short time.
It's fricking awesome. Kids are thriving. Best part is the family time. We get to be the primary influence and not the school system who teach nothing of values anymore. Instead of me coming home to kids melting down after sitting in a desk all day stressed out by over stacked classes and bullshite curriculum.
We have the best afternoons. They are well adjusted and get out often and meet with others. When I get home none of the worn out meltdowns and piles of homework until bed. By the time I'm home school is over and they are greating me at the door happily. We are free to go do sports or for a walk or go out out deer corn at the lease. Ride a four wheeler. Whatever.
Its pretty awesome and I hope to do it as long as we can. We really get to spend time and enjoy our kids. We only have them for a short time.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:04 pm to keakar
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schools are propaganda centers for indoctrinating kids into socialism
Absolutely they are. Better to teach your child to spot this before sending them off to universities that continue the indoctrination.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:10 pm to deeprig9
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They don't want to pay the premium for a house in a good school district, so they buy a really nice house in a bad school district. Then when their kids get to school age, they realize exactly why that house was so cheap. They realize they can't afford private school, or the only nearby private school is far too religious, doesn't teach evolution, etc.
Sounds like somebody bought a house in Clute, instead of Lake Jackson.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:11 pm to thejudge
I don't doubt your anecdote, but it is worth noting that 99% of homeschooling parents are going to rave about what a great decision they made, because nobody wants to admit they made a mistake.
It's like people who buy a new car or boat, they will always say they love it. Nobody wants to say "Yeah I just spent $40,000 on this and I regret buying this piece of shite, I got duped."
It's like people who buy a new car or boat, they will always say they love it. Nobody wants to say "Yeah I just spent $40,000 on this and I regret buying this piece of shite, I got duped."
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:12 pm to Tyga Woods
If they're white it's so they don't get hand-cuffed and tossed in the back of a police car for changing their snap-chat avatar to a black cartoon character. 
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:14 pm to Tyga Woods
My friends did it because her husband is in the military and they moved regularly. It kept the kids on the same track and they didn't have to switch schools every 2 years.
The kids do participate in activities with other home schooled kids in their area.
The kids do participate in activities with other home schooled kids in their area.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:17 pm to OweO
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WIth that said, I am sure there are multiple reasons why people decide to do this. I do not know much about how it all works, but isn't there a program for homeschooled kids in which they do things with other homeschooled kids?
My sister home-schooled both of her kids (the older one until he was a Junior in HS and the younger until he was in 7th grade, they both eventually wore her and my brother-in-law down enough about going to private school with their cousins).
There are indeed programs for home-schooling parents to do things with all the kids as a group, but it's all strictly voluntary. From what I understand some schools will even allow kids that are still being home-schooled to play on their sports teams.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:18 pm to Tyga Woods
An eight grader was falsely accused of sexual assault today by three girls who wanted to get him back because he basically told them their feelings didn't matter.
Homeschool may not be that bad of idea anymore.
Homeschool may not be that bad of idea anymore.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:21 pm to deeprig9
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Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:21 pm to thejudge
Glad it's working out for you, and I understand and agree with the benefits you describe.
One thing that would concern me though...learning conflict resolution skills and dealing with adversity.
School can be tough for kids because kids are mean. It sucks. But learning how to deal with it at a young age is important, IMO. You can't hide from conflict in the real world. Are you concerned at all that you are creating this perfect little world for your kids... a perfect little world that doesn't exist outside the walls of your house?
I went to middle school in a tough neighborhood after being sheltered up to that point. I was amazed/confused/slightly scared of what I saw there. But I learned quickly who to stay away from, how to deal with different types of people, and how to have an open mind about the ideas of others. All those lessons have been tremendously beneficial.
One thing that would concern me though...learning conflict resolution skills and dealing with adversity.
School can be tough for kids because kids are mean. It sucks. But learning how to deal with it at a young age is important, IMO. You can't hide from conflict in the real world. Are you concerned at all that you are creating this perfect little world for your kids... a perfect little world that doesn't exist outside the walls of your house?
I went to middle school in a tough neighborhood after being sheltered up to that point. I was amazed/confused/slightly scared of what I saw there. But I learned quickly who to stay away from, how to deal with different types of people, and how to have an open mind about the ideas of others. All those lessons have been tremendously beneficial.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:21 pm to Tyga Woods
Because traditional schools are breeding grounds for all kinds of crap. Most childhood anxiety and depression come from having to deal with school settings.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:25 pm to boxcarbarney
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But it seems to me that a child misses out on a lot of socialization
While that might have been the case years ago, today this excuse is utter and complete horseshite.. There are a variety of groups and programs that Home School kids are involved in.
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which includes learning to be a normal, productive member of society - when homeschooled.
This is just stupid...
And No, my kids aren't home schooled.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:30 pm to GoHoGsGo06
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And the notion that homeschoolers miss out on social interaction is wrong in my opinion.
I've noticed a distinct change in the socialization skills of both my nephews since they stopped being home-schooled two years ago and started going to private school. They both seem to have matured socially very much in a short amount of time.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:36 pm to Tyga Woods
In today's environment of mobility and the global business sector; you can compress the learning process. Let's be honest, associating with minorities and rednecks isn't productive. You can expose your kids to international opinions, and prep them for the real world they will be living in. Having little Jamal and Tiffany act like idiots in the classroom only hurts the kids who can excel. And it isnt a racial issue either, but a social-economic one.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:38 pm to Tyga Woods
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learning conflict resolution skills and dealing with adversity.
Homeschool kids generally socialize in groups or clubs like traditionally schooled children. The fear of a lack of opportunity for social skills is unfounded in modern times and is just a carry over from the times when homeschool kids were literally kept in the home all of the time.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:39 pm to WikiTiger
I know two homeschooling families:
One's oldest is at the Air Force Academy.
The other one just sold a company for 9 figures, I think his younger kids will turn out fine.
One's oldest is at the Air Force Academy.
The other one just sold a company for 9 figures, I think his younger kids will turn out fine.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:41 pm to deeprig9
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I don't doubt your anecdote, but it is worth noting that 99% of homeschooling parents are going to rave about what a great decision they made, because nobody wants to admit they made a mistake.
Yes. You have to have an honest discussion with yourself. We did that this summer on whether or not to do so again. Sat down and laid out the pros and cons of each way and looked objectively at what's best for them and are we doing then a disservice. It took a month of toiling over the decision to do it again. It's not without issues. Most of which are finding people who are equally yoked with regards to their children. There have been many who do it out of selfish reasons or because it's popular. Not about raising their kids.
It is a sacrifice. We live frugally and do without. It's hard to cut out a $50k a year salary. However it's made the kids more conscientious about the cost of things as we discuss it openly in terms they can grasp.
I would have zero issue with admitting I've made a mistake and put them back in. Their well being is far greater than my pride. You are correct that there are those (we've run into two families) for which this endeavor has been disastrous and their mothers fear of failure arlnd the Facebook repercussions are keeping her from admitting its not going well and to "throw in the towel".
One must be as level headed as possible. It's a great responsibility and sacrifice.
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:41 pm to Tyga Woods
Because not every kid learns the same way, but schools put total emphasis on memorization rather than actual learning. Then you have standardized tess that can sometimes look poorly on the teachers, so the pressure is even greater. It's a nightmare factory for some.
Stereotype that doesn't exist with any family I know who homeschools, including our own. There's a great emphasis on getting out with other kids for all kinds of things.
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Sheltering child from society?
Stereotype that doesn't exist with any family I know who homeschools, including our own. There's a great emphasis on getting out with other kids for all kinds of things.
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Visual (spatial): You prefer using pictures, images, and spatial understanding.
Aural (auditory-musical): You prefer using sound and music.
Verbal (linguistic): You prefer using words, both in speech and writing.
Physical (kinesthetic): You prefer using your body, hands and sense of touch.
Logical (mathematical): You prefer using logic, reasoning and systems.
Social (interpersonal): You prefer to learn in groups or with other people.
Solitary (intrapersonal): You prefer to work alone and use self-study.
This post was edited on 9/21/18 at 1:43 pm
Posted on 9/21/18 at 1:41 pm to Tyga Woods
avoiding liberal indoctrination is a good reason.
another good reason is being able to travel and do things as a family whenever you want.
There are really good programs out there these days to help homeschool families. Most of the drawbacks have been addressed.
another good reason is being able to travel and do things as a family whenever you want.
There are really good programs out there these days to help homeschool families. Most of the drawbacks have been addressed.
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