Anyway, this lightning strike is MUCH worse than running out of water.
mslil65 said:
) Phone guy just left, replaced the dsl (free) and only one phone is bad. There was some sort of problem at the phone box by the road, too, but he fixed it. Our house alarm still has an "issue", but my DH thinks it's the transformer - I think that's a minor thing?
I agree! I am also a 13 year veteran and have had similar success with my children. I would add that, for us, the key to a successful academic environment was to STAY HOME during the day. The folks I have seen get into trouble are those who constantly break routine and have outings during the school day. Just an orthodontic appointment during the school day causes problems. If anyone has ever read the writings of Mrs. Swan (first name?) who educated 10 successful kids at home--she would not even take any kind of appointment during the school day. We also stayed out of co-ops (which many people love, I know). We do most of our socializing at night and on weekends. As you can see from my signature we are very active in scouting and that is something that actually has a ton of weight when it comes to getting into college. We have been involved in a P.E. class that meets once a week for years. The kids know that if school is not done by 3:00 on P.E. day--they don't go. (They always go.gibmom said:Hi all! Just wanted to encourage you who are scared you might mess up your kids' education by teaching them yourself-- you won't! I started homeschooling my oldest when he was in K. He now is in college majoring in Physics and Engineering - with a scholarship. Oldest daughter is a senior and has great SAT scores and has heard from about 55 colleges wanting her to choose their school. I currently teach kids in 12,9,7,4, & 1 grade + I have a 3 yr old. I am NOT a super-woman. I enjoy my kids. I have a messy house! I love homeschooling! The main mistake I see people make is trying to run a public school in their own home! It's YOUR home and YOUR family and it's important to tailor your school to fit your lifestyle. And it's important to enjoy your kids and not get all stressed out over whether they're 'keeping up'! The first years were tough but I'm soooo glad I stuck with it!
Julie
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Please excuse my lack of info, but fill me in on this controversy. Wow! I knew some towns/states were different. Evidently this is a big question in other places. Our homeschoolers here in Hillsborough, NH can take advantage of any courses or activities that are offered. As we were told by our wonderful high school guidance counselor, "You're paying taxes for schooling, yr son is entitled to every course, activity & service our system offers". I am sad that, apparently, this is not the case everywhere.crazymomof4 said:
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jnf142 said:
) Because we are together all day, our lines of communication are better than ever!
