Academic Performance
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Private School Vs. Public School
Asked by M.O. from Oklahoma City
on March 27, 2009
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Hi,
I was hoping someone could give me some insight on this quandrey that we are experiencing. Currently we have our daughter in pre-k 3 at a religious private school...
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- I would never consider converting to a religion I didn't believe in just to get a discount on the tuition, and quite frankly, I think it's unethical of the school to a...
- I have two ideas that might help first have you ask the school if there are any moneys to help with tuition or if there maybe a break if you work at the school even pa...
- Good morning - I was wondering if you work outside the home, and if not, could/would you be willing to find a part-time job that would enable you to keep your daughter...
Choosing a School (Neighborhood or Bilingual?)
Asked by J.O. from Detroit
on November 19, 2010
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OK, what to do? Do we have the kids attend our excellent neighborhood school that is 9/10 on Greatschools rating? We bought a house really liking the school. It's gr...
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- Learning languages is easier the earlier they start. That's been researched and proven. But what language do you WANT them to learn? There's enough Spanish being ta...
- Go to the better school. You can always give them the bilingual advantage with extracurricular classes or some of these fun videos and such you can get now days. You w...
- We have a very similar choice. Our neighborhood school is within walking distance, a 9/10 and is one of the few elementary schools in our district that is excelling. ...
Private School or Public School...Which One Is Better?
Asked by T.L. from Los Angeles
on May 27, 2008
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We have twins who will be starting school in the near future. We are debating whether public or private schooling is better. I know that Torrance Unified School Dist...
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- T., Follow your heart on this one because you don't want to look back and think you've made a hugh mistake. I suggest you and your family sit down and list what is...
- I substituted and also taught in the public schools in Paramount, Lakewood, and Bellflower. I find the teachers are usually good, but the students do not have parent ...
- (i teach at a private school) it really depends on ALOT of things. first and foremost, wherever you place your child(ren), you must be their advocate. i would defin...
Phoebe Hearst Elementary School
Asked by P.M. from Sacramento
on January 16, 2008
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I recently heard of Phoebe Hearst School in Sacramento and it seems like a great school. It appears to be for 1st - 6th grades. Does anyone know if it also offers kind...
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- P.: I teach in SCUSD at a school near P.H. and my daughter attends a SCUSD school not too far away. P. H. does not have a Kinder. It houses two campuses. A GATE pr...
- P., I have a friend whose daughters go to Phoebe Hearst. For Kindergarten they just went to James Marshall which is their "home" school near their house. Good luc...
- You are correct there is no Kindergarten at Pheobe Hearst. I have a few friends/co-workers who's kids have gone to Pheobe Hearst. Most of them kept their children at...
School Daycare or off Campus Daycare?
Asked by K.. from Phoenix
on January 14, 2012
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I am just curious what y'all do/prefer when it comes to before/after school childcare for your school age kids. Do you use the school's before/after school care, or d...
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- You should try and find out what other parents think. I think for most families, the school daycare works pretty good. But some kids don't do well there. They usual...
- My 3rd grader goes to an offsite private daycare that my 2 year old also attends preschool. While I have heard great things about the afterschool care at the school, i...
- K.: When I am working outside the home? I prefer my kids to be in Tae Kwon Do. I don't like the SACC program (School Aged Child Care) here...some of the the kids tha...
My Daughter's "Boy" Friend in School
Asked by M.M. from Tallahassee
on November 23, 2011
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I found out that our white 15 year old daughter has been seen walking around the school holding hands with a 15 african american boy. I have heard from several of our ...
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- Tell your family you are not discussing what is not their business. It sounds like you don't like it either and are making it about what your family thinks. "I am ...
- I say forget the family who is furious and the other 'haters.' This is your chance to teach your daughter about acceptance. I, too, grew up in a small town where suc...
- Is this her boyfriend? Did you know about it? How can you respond to anyone if you don't even know what's going on? When I was a senior in high school, I walked aro...
Seeking Advice About My 12 Year Old son...temper, Excuses, Lying Abd Bad Grades.
Asked by M.B. from Chicago
on February 26, 2007
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I recently gave up my part time job to be at home with my kids.. it wasnt that many hours a week and i had weekends off, but i had to be there at 5 am... which made me...
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- dear M., I have a 13 daughter She was doing the same thing attitude , behavior was out of control well in the end everything worked out. We went to family thereapy it...
- You said you just moved? He could be acting out from that. My niece is 16 and she lives with me. Oh there are moments :) You never know what mood they will be in. ...
- I am Mom of two teenagers- 15 and 18. It sounds to me like you are doing the right things- family time, one on one time, getting tutoring help etc. Did the move to a ...
My 12-Year-old Son Misbehaving in School
Asked by K.K. from Dayton
on November 24, 2009
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My 12-year-old son attends Catholic schools. He just brought home four Fs in subjects taught by one of his teachers. The grades were due to tons of missing assignment...
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- Sometimes there are flat out - personality conflicts! This may be one of them. I don't think he has ADD. I think he just doesn't like this teacher and lies and want...
- There is obviously some sort of problem between him and the teacher. I wouldn't want to diagnosis ADD based on ONE teacher that your child struggles with. Personailty ...
- At this age if a child doesn't like a teacher they are going to "rebel" in any way they can. You've got to go meet with this teacher and principal to resolve this prob...
Substitute Teaching (Middle School and High School)
Asked by B.C. from Dallas
on March 10, 2011
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I have currently been substitute teaching for two years now, in hopes of getting my name an face out there, for better chance at a job offer in certified teaching. As ...
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- it really depends on your level of tolerance. i teach and can positively say that i am not, and i repeat am not suited to teach lower than around 7th or 8th grade (i'...
- I subbed for a year and a half (all levels) while getting my teaching certification, and loved it! I prefer middle and high school, but enjoyed the little ones as wel...
- Don't get mad at me mamapedia ladies. I dont make the news, I only report it...... Subbing for Jr Jigh and Middle school sent me screaming in the other direction! ...
My Son Doesn't Try in School....
Asked by J.C. from Sacramento
on February 26, 2008
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My 6th grade, almost 12yr old son doesn't care about school or his grades. (He is difficult to encourage in other areas of responsibiltiy as well.) My husband & I have...
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- Hi J.-- My wife and I are new to the site. However I am experienceing a similar problem wth my son who just turned 9. He is having problems in school too. What I...
- My 13 year old daughter went through the same thing. She just wasn't motivated and taking away privileges didn't help. I would even sit next to her and force her to do...
- Have you tried using solo time with you or dad as a reward for good school progress? Sounds like a busy family and maybe your son misses getting all the attention. Als...
