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Should I Change My Son's School?
Asked by L.D. from Joplin
on March 4, 2010
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I have a highly intelligent 12 year old boy who consistently grades above grade level in all areas, yet can't seem to barely pass an actual class. I've beat my head a...
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- I'm going to chime in and give an entirely different response... By changing schools, what message are you sending to your son? That when life gets tough, and you...
- He sounds like he is not being challenged. Changing his school may or may not help though. Have you thought of homeschooling him with online classes? If you are...
- I think that it would be in your son's best interest to change schools. Does he say "why" he hates school? Gosh, it's tough being a mom! But I can tell from your q...
Teen Girl Not Interested in School
Asked by C.F. from Sacramento
on September 20, 2010
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My 13, almost 14, year old daughter could not care less about school. She likes the social aspect and a couple of teachers but doesn't feel successful so she doesn't ...
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- Focus less on the now with the bribes, and more about her future. Really explain that her future depends on her grades. Ask her what she is interested in, becoming a v...
- i would definately have the carrier disconnect the phone until her grades are better and she starts acting like she cares. or just get rid of the phone all together. d...
- I have a 14 year old daughter who is very headtrong. Sounds likes yours is begging for you to take control of the situation. You can take her phone away - one way or...
Going Back to School?
Asked by S.B. from Toledo
on March 28, 2008
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I am a single mother of 3 elementary school daughters. I work full time, but because of having children, I never persued a degree. I have come to the realization tha...
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- Go for it! I am a 35 year old single mother of 2. I resigned my full time job an began going to college full time and only working part time about 2 1/2 years ago. I...
- I had my son while I was still in school, only took 2 weeks off and returned. I changed my degree after having him so just graduated last fall and he turned 5 this mon...
- Hi S.! Have you thought about or looked into taking online courses? I did this through Univesity of Phoenix because I wanted to be able to stay home with my kids......
School Meeting Advice
Asked by L.S. from Washington DC
on January 16, 2008
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My tenth grader just got diagnosed with non-hyperactive ADHD from a really reliable group of doctors. She also tests "gifted." She isn't seeing any difference on 18 mg...
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- My daughter has ADD- no hyperactivity. She is a 10th grader with a lot of "forgetfulness" She is currently on Concerta 27 mg. Do you have a psychiatrist? We got much b...
- Laura, your daughter's school is required by federal law to provide her with a Free Appropriate Education (FAPE) if she has a recognized disability. ADD is recognized...
- Hi Lauris, Boy does your story sound familiar! I have three children. Ages 24, 21 & 10. My 24 year old is ADD (diagnosis for person without the hyperactivity.) S...
18 Year Old High School Senior - Keeping Them Motivated to Graduate!
Asked by T.T. from Portland
on January 30, 2009
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I have five stepchildren ages 12 to almost 18 and one daughter of my own, age 17. The oldest are twin boys who will be 18 on the 10th of February. They live with my hu...
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- Hello, Well I have not gotten to that point with my children yet but I can tell you how my mother handled me when I was that age and opting to drop out of school and t...
- T., I do not envy your position. My sister's oldest were thinking they were able to handle the same issues...they wouldn't get up, take care of themselves, or get w...
- Do your step-sons have part-time jobs? Usually, the jobs kids can get while still in high school are not "fun" jobs. Fast food places, grocery stores, gas stations and...
15 Yr. Old Son Wants to Quit School.
Asked by M.R. from Las Vegas
on June 18, 2008
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15 year old son wants to quit school. I've tried talking to him and all he says is that he doesn't like school. Help! Any suggestions or advice welcomed...
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- My son wasn't doing well in high school due to a lot of medical absences, so we decided to try a nontraditional approach, and pulled him out in 9th grade. He's been i...
- Hi I would also recommend a non traditional approach. Not every child fits the mold in a traditional school system and I'm sure he's tired and wants to move on. You...
- Hello, It could be that your son has so many things he doesn't understand that he's given up because he may think he can't learn. IF this is the case, then I could...
Legally Required Vaccines for Child to Attend School
Asked by S.W. from Los Angeles
on July 23, 2009
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I'm in a dilemma. I've read a very compelling source, "Vaccination is not Immunization" that makes a whole lot of sense. I am moving toward not vaccinating my ...
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- The short answer to your question is that different states have different legal requirements and you would have to look them up online or reach out to your local schoo...
- the reactions are a low chance. my twin nephews were a little sickly and they never had a reaction to vaccines. if your son is that sickly then give him vitamins (poly...
- I just sign a form for my kids to be excempt. We live in Spring Valley and my kids go to a homeschool center. God bless you for looking out for you son. My son, had...
18 Year Old Out of Control!
Asked by D.B. from Dothan
on March 3, 2008
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I have an 18 year old daughter. She is in 11th grade, she works part time after school. She has no respect for me or my husband (her step dad). I constantly am doing f...
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- I'm sorry to hear what you are going through. Don't be afraid of your daughter. She knows she can threaten you (mentally speaking)and she is getting away with it. St...
- I agree that tough love is the best way to go. Tell her what you expect from her, but try not to be confrontational. At 18, she thinks she knows EVERYTHING ( trust m...
- Hi D.: Since your daughter is 18 now, I think it would be a "wake-up call" to her if you could bear to let go a little---and then NOT bailing her out when she does...
18 Year Old, the Job Hunt, and Hair Length
Asked by K.D. from Raleigh
on September 30, 2010
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My 18 year old son has graduated from high school. He is taking a class at a Tech school but also wants a job. He has been looking ever since he graduated and hasn't h...
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- Birds of a feather flock together. See who is already working at a particular store, do they look similar to your son. What is the culture at the company? If you only ...
- Well, as an employer myself I do look at how applicants present themselves, I do have a problem with long hair, only because in our line of work may be a hazard. I goo...
- Appearance could be part of it. He also needs to try be self assured and friendly. How often is he following up on his applications? My son went through this and the...
18 Year Old Needs Guidance
Asked by K.U. from Detroit
on December 27, 2011
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My husband and his son are having an argument right now. My 18 year old stepson graduated high school this past June. He has been working part-time at Burger King for...
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- To me it sounds like your stepson does not want to go to college and is just making up excuses. Yes, the longer he waits the more difficult it will be to go back ...
- It is kind of difficult because he lives with his mother, but I told my daughter to go to school or get a job and pay rent...elsewhere. She went to school.
- Well, you say that "lots of kids start out with the "basics" and figure it out as they go along" but I think that's what MOST kids do! (My son is only 8, so I have no...
