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How Much Homework in the 5Th Grade??
If that fails, there is always job corps. I made the mistake when my son was 12 to tell him about my Christian belief in the rapture. ...
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- Our principal told us that we should expect 10 minutes of homework per grade level. For example, K = 10 min, 1st = 20 min, 2nd = 30 min, 3rd = 40 min, 4th = 50 min, a...
- In my personal opinion, I would start to resent my parents if they pushed me into doing homework. I don't know how your stepson's attitude is already, but I know that...
- Hello- Every teacher is different so as long as your step son can achieve pretty good grades and he can read and do math, he'll probably be fine. Having him work on su...
Help!!!!
Also, not sure if she is old enough or not, but you might want to check into Job Corps for your state. Hope you get some relief. Helpful? ...
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- Maybe try Florida Youth Ranch, they have many programs which may help, including counseling etc. I think they even have a program which the child can reside in their ...
- Hi, My first thought is, does your son know he's NOT WANTED ? That everyone seems to be afraid of him? Second thought was it's possible that he may have some issues ...
- Hi L., Wow, I feel for you. It sounds like tough situation. I personally have never dealt with a biological child that rebellious, but my husband’s son was d...
My 16 Year Old
Then at the end you mentioned she is interested in Job Corps...what's wrong with that? SOme of us just are not school people, and there are plenty of trades ...
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- Hey K., I have to say this Whats wrong with Job corp????? I realize it is not a parents first pick however at least she will learn a trade that will enable her to su...
- I suggest no allowance or financial 'support' AT ALL unless her grades improve. Once they do improve, she should also get a 'real' JOB, so she can see how awful it is...
- Firstly, highschools (and the school system in general) are not exactly designed to help kids discover their passions and potential. I didn't take it really seriously...
Boarding School for Teen
I'm not sure if you want to send your son away because of his academic problems, or not, but have you considered the Job Corps? I am considering sending my ...
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- Dear Y., Please be encouraged, a friend of mine had to do this for her 16 year old daughter. She sent her to a camp in Colorado. Guess what that daughter is now gr...
- I would check out Dunn School in Los Olivos. It has an LD program that I understand is pretty good. However, the dean at the time made some pretty questionable (cruel,...
- This school is located in San Marino as well as in Arizona. Its close enough you can visit and see the progress your son makes. Good Luck http://www.southwesterna...
Daughter Dating Loser Boyfriend!
He can't keep a job, he doesn't own or rent, he now lives with a cousin, .... One day she decided to join the Marine Corps which has been GREAT! ...
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- Hi C., Unfortunately there are two things we don't bank on when we are raising our beautiful children. 1.) that they rarely turn out the way we thought they would an...
- First get her to write down on paper what she wants in a boy-friend. Than get her to write down the things she likes about him and the things she doesn't. Than count t...
- I've read your concerns and people's replies here. What I haven't seen is any advice about the boyfriend. Perhaps he needs some guidance and career counseling to find ...
Handling a 17 Year Old Son When He Refuses to Do Things
He had quit school last year and started job Corps, and he was there for 2 months but for various reasons, he didn't get any education or classes while ...
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- Give this child a list of some weekly responsibilities around the house....basically things that would effect him. Tell him he's old enough to deal with these things ...
- MOM, very eassy solution, no money, and you don't make him dinner, do his laundry , give him rides, NOTHING, if he wants to be treated as an adult then stop bab...
- We have two 14 year olds - they are very good kids, but when they are not obedient, they "lose" the very next thing they were looking forward to, i.e. a get together w...
Seeking Help with Bad Behavior in My 3 Year Old
My son I allowed to drop out of school and attend Job Corps where he got his GED and a certification in Culinary! Each child is different. ...
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- I have to agree with Freddie and Geri. It sounds like he is confused and jealous about the changes that have taken place. My son who is 4 1/2 went through several ch...
- You know it is your husband coming home and the disruption to the daily routine and the attention he got now going to dad. he will adjust but you must not allow him to...
- A few key things. 1.Dad should work on being his friend for a short time, not being the disciplinarian. 2.You need to continue spending some one on one time with y...
Grown up Kids?
He did move out but things are not going any better and he has asked for help, so we have an appointment this Thursday to look into attending job corps. ...
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- Well, I don't have grown-up kids, but I'm only 22, so I remember being 19 vividly and have a sister who's that age. I think, for me at least, it's an age where you re...
- Hi, I don't have grown kids (mine is 6) but even when kids are young I feel you have to establish boundaries and be respectful of them where others are concerned. I c...
- My brother was like your son in many ways. He didn't become self-supporting until every last relative that he'd hit up, finally stopped supporting him. That didn't h...
In Need of Advice for My Fourteen Year Old Son Who Is Not Doing Well in School
There is also JOB CORPS~ they house you, help you receive your GED and train you in a trade (Ie; electrical, plumbing, etc). (I'm not sure what the ...
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- My oldest had issues of poor grades, and bad behavior in school when he was younger. I did several things. Yes, I had him tested for adhd, he showed positive. He al...
- could it be that he is not doing well because he is board with what the teachers are giving him? My daughter was like that in elementary school and we had to give her...
- Has he always been like this in school? If not, maybe counseling? There could be other things going on that he feels he can't talk to you about. They would also be abl...
Military Wives with Children
I was wondering if there are any other military wives in the area that I would love to meet. MILITARY WIVES!!! The Toughest Job In The Corps! ...
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- Hello. My name is Lacey. I'm a SAHM now, I was in the Army for 3 years, and got out in late July of this year. My husband is currently deployed to Afghanistan, and I...
- Hi S.! Wanted to pop in and say hello. My name is V., I have a 3 1/2 yr old son and due another in Jan. My husband is in the Air Force (nothing like the Marine C...
- Hi S.!! I am a coastie wife with a 20 month old son in the Norfolk area! I am always looking to meet new people! Email me sometime!! Good Luck
