I pulled ds out of ps this week. After 2 months of his adament refusal to go to school, daily tummy aches, a number of times he threw up when I sent him anyway, countless conversations and his sort of vague answers, numerous fights over homework and his general grumpiness, his total hatred to read and write, his flagging interest in math... finally it was all enough. Dh isn't totally on board with this, but he's humoring me. He has already mentioned that our kids are getting along a lot better. Ds is also a LOT less stressed. Looking forward to watching some behavioral issues go BYE BYE. It's the start of something umm... interesting LOL. We are excited to have him around for gym (yay!), I'm looking forward to teaching him phonics (he can read quite well, but there are things I DON'T like which I blame sight words on), I'm excited to give him some REAL books to read (the stuff from school.. arg!), and looking forward to teaching him an easier way to do math, then setting him free to forge ahead as rapidly as he likes (which is as much as he can absorb in one sitting.. that kid LOVES math). Onward!
I hated school when I was a kid, but had to go. I loved learning, but hated the whole school experience. You son is so blessed to have you stand up for him and get him home where he can learn and feel great about himself.
Good for you! I pulled my son out of ps after a similar experience last year. My dh was also hesitant and we still have some lingering behavior and attitude problems, but it was a good decision. I hope many of your issues will be resolved.
Yippeeeeee! That first step seems to be the hardest. Best wishes to you and your family on this new journey.
Good for you. I pulled my son last year at six because of similar things. I can tell you he is 100% turned around in school work and behaviours. No it hasn't been easy but I would do it again in a heartbeat to see the happiness I see in him now. And Sloan I agree I loved learning but the whole overall experience could have been done without. Homeschool is such a gift to both the children and the parents. Good luck on your journey and keep us posted.
I am totally in your shoes right now We just pulled our oldest from PS after the same things were happening. She is already a totally different child and loving what we're doing. I'm just trying to get her back to loving learning like she used to at this point and catch her up in math. It's so nice not having the pressure of the expectations she was feeling. Good Luck!!
Clap yourself on the back! you did the right thing. Now be sure to stay connected here to be encouraged to continue.
Thanks guys!! I'll still be here- you guys are my best 'think tank' for what I'm doing. Dd has been out since October, and you all have made it a much easier journey (and much less scary) than if I was going solo. All the 'homeschooling' books on the planet don't replace having a group of veterans to consult with. My head is still swimming a bit with how to make this all work, and with what to do for ds. I have much of the next month planned on paper, so that helps. (((hugs)))
