Jackie: That's interesting because my son Matthew is also ADHD. He'll be 16 this september and is staying with his father this year and going to a private school for boys. He had so many problems in public because the teachers just never seemed to have time to give him the individual attention he needed. It was easier to medicate than to deal with the interuptions in a class with 30 other kids.
Susan: Thanks for the cheer! I think the studies are now reporting that homeschooled kids have an average ranking at between the 80th and 95th percentiles nationwide.
Rox: I was a member of that "caved to peer-pressure", "sweet sixteen and pregnant" demographic. I gave up college and a career for something that I wasn't ready for. It's so great that you've been able to put your education first!
Laura: How old is Anna now? I've also noticed such a change in attitude in such a SHORT time!
Cindy: I'd be very interested in any thoughts you might have on "college-bound"?
This is not a decision that we came to lightly, nor should anyone. It takes a lot of time and patience and love and understanding. Anyone considering homeschooling should first take into consideration the needs of the individual child.
Leigh :)
