NC family no longer allowed to homeschool?

This story is interesting and I hope that it can be turned over. http://worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=91397
I think it's absolutely ridiculous!

 

btw....found this website that her friend set up with info about how to help them out.
http://www.hsinjustice.com/2009/03/action-steps.html

 

Like it or not, the judge could have a point.
Last weekend I was talking to the dad of one of Jeanne's ps friends. They now have AP classes in the elementary! This friend is is AP math and reading. I had no idea this existed. It left me wondering where it left Jeannie and her education.

 

I don't see the judge's point. The school system he is ordering them into is very overcrowded.

Also if you read further though the father committed adultery he is not the one being given a psych eval and the judge only ordered him to pay minimal support. It seems as if the father's opinion is the only one being given weight by the judge though he - admitted by his lawyer - broke the law. (yes, adultery is still on the books in the state of NC though it's seldom prosecuted).

The father admits the kids are doing great and have a great mother. What benefit are they going to derive? They are not going to get a better education in a public school in this state. Trust me on this. NC's school system is extremely broken. They will be pushed into overcrowded classes that don't have enough seats, much less books to go around.

I fail to see any point the judge has. Studies show that kids benefit from low student teacher ratios. No public school in this state can do that. I know, I've lived here for 42 years.

Peggy

 

My heart goes out to this family. What other freedom will be taken from us??? Lord come quickly!!!

 

I agree Shirley...

 

And, unfortunately, I doubt HSLDA will touch it, as it's the result of a divorce case. I'm disgusted at the dad being allowed to continuing living there while he's in an adulterous relationship. No, Becky, I don't think the judge has a point. The kids are performing 2 years ahead of the public school kids; will the school be willing to put them up two grades? I seriously doubt it!!!

 

If the family are members of HSLDA I think they do get involved on the homeschooling part even if it is in a divorce case. The question is she a member. I really hope this gets challenged in the courts. No court has the right to tell me how my children should be educated unless I am totally neglecting their education and there is absolute proof that I am neglectful. Government needs to stay out of the family!

 

You may be able to contact the judge with this link if you feel inclined...

http://web.co.wake.nc.us/courts/directory.html

 

I agree, Kris!

 

THe whole thing sickens me! The judge has no right to force those children into ps. There does not seem to be ANY point to it. If I were that lady I would fight tooth and nail....but I would also consider moving to a homeschooling friendly state if all else fails. Not trying to whimp out..I would fight first but then I would leave. Sadly, America as a whole will most likely turn this unfriendly to homeschooling.

 

Becky, are the AP classes offered in the elementary school actual college board AP classes or just honors/gifted type classes? If they're just honors/gifted ed....homeschooling will work as good if not better. My oldest was in gifted ed and still bored most of the time and she was at a great school.

True AP classes (those who have approved syllabus' from the College Board) would offer an AP test in May for potential college credit if they score high enough for their particular selected college (each decides what it'll accept for credit). I've never heard of a true AP class offered in elementary school (K-5)...I'd be interested to know if some have it That would mean a 5th grader is taking a college level course at their elementary school...

I personally was in honors/gifted classes growing up but couldn't take AP classes until my senior year (Calculus was all that was available many moons ago at my school). I took Alg in Jr. High but it wasn't called AP...just Alg (or Honors 8th grade math).

 

What a shame. I definitely don't think the best interests of the children are being served here. I hope someone steps in and makes this right.

 

Oh, this just angers me to no end!!!!

From all I've heard on this case, the hubbie couldn't keep his pants zipped and gets a nudge, wink-wink from the judge. And the judges "BIAS" definately played a part in his homeschool ruling as can be heard clearly in his "better prepared" remark.

NC is more relaxed in their homeschool requirements/laws. And pdalley is right, their PS is messed up, especially Wake county. And from what I have heard/seen Jackie, they will not be put 2 grades ahead. In fact, if they have a very opinionated principle, they could have a fight on their hands to get them placed in their current grade.

But the fact remains the judge or government for that matter shouldn't have the right to make the decision in this case. The mother is the one doing the work...why is the father's wishes given priority over hers? Seems to me, with the adultry, he's not exactly showing smart decision making sense. And it's insulting that the judge is giving so much credit to him.

OK, done with my vent!

 

No, of course they won't put the kids up, but they would sure put them down just like that, even if they were behind in just one subject I bet!!! The schools are probably thrilled at getting these kids, because they'll be used almost as tutors for the lowest performing students.

 

If the father had primary custody, then there would be no discussion, it would be his choice. However, from statements made it is obvious that the mom will still be the primary caregiver, so let her decide what is best. I find it amazing that someone who thought destroying his family and leaving his children without a fulltime dad now gets to decide what else is best for them. He states that he will not pay for homeschool supplies.....maybe the mom needs to go after what seems to hurt him most, his wallet! Tell the judge that she will meet him half way and agree to enroll the children in private school (at the father's expense). I think after paying a hefty price for tuition, homeschooling will look pretty good! The children will still get the "socialization" that the judge so desperately thinks they need and there is no way to deny that they woud be prepared for college......I know it doesn't fix the right of the parent to homeschool, but it sure would be nice to stick the guy with thousands of dollars for tuition!

 

That was Carl's suggestion, Amy!!! Hit him up for private school, and then maybe he's be glad to pay for hs'ing instead!

Unfortunately, this lady will probably have to go to work. Carl also says that he doubts she can realistically work full-time and homeschool full-time both, especially without any help.

 

It is AP, but no- it is not college material. I was so surprised. At third grade, how much math have they had to where they'd need AP classes??
Supposedly, a child is then supposed to be on the AP track the rest of their school career.

 

That's how I was growing up. It wasn't called AP but was part of the gifted education dept. I think it gets confusing to call it AP (versus honors or gifted, etc)...just because I think of AP as those approved by the college board

I think we as hs parents can offer our kids the same thing. I know my oldest will take Algebra 1 in 7th grade and that would be considered an "AP track". Thanks for the info Becky.

 

Here's another article with some more details about the case: http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/4727161/

It appears that the religious slant in their homeschooling is the crux of the issue.