mrskcbrown
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Yes I think it is great but it is something that I would not do for my daughter. I think with the expertise that many teachers have and because of social limitations at home, public school is better for my child. She attends an A rated excellent public school in Mississippi and I wouldnt trade it for the world. Plus I love working outside of the home(I'm a teacher) and look forward to seeing her in the afternoons.
This is just my opinion, and feelings
Hi mrskcbrown,
I know that homeschooling isn't for everyone, and I'm not trying to change your point of view. But forgive me if I take just a minute to rebut this:
" .because of social limitations at home"
That is a total misconception. My kids have never stepped foot in a public school, but they get plenty of "socialization" (knows as the "S" word in the homeschooling community). First of all, I'm the organizer of a fairly large homeschool support group. Our calendar is full of events that give our kids a great time of socializing. Businesses like skating rinks, bowling alleys, The Trampoline Place, etc. open up their doors to us and give us great discount pricing (because all the other kids are in school and they could use the business!).
Also, my kids are involved in many other community-based opportunities other than homechooling events:
My daughter was in ballet for years (before she traded in her ballerina shoes for cleats). She's taken music lessons, and is a pretty darn good softball player (2nd base). In fact, her team won the championship last year!
https://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb215/momsteachingathome/montereytopancakes156-1.jpg...sorry, proud mommy moment.
My oldest has been in karate, group guitar, basketball, and group chess lessons. And he volunteers his time to different causes.
I won't bore you with the list of social experiences for my youngest two. But I think you hear what I'm saying. My kids have tons of friends. When it comes time to invite friends to birthday parties, they have a hard time because they can't invite ALL their friends!
Thanks for giving me a minute to express my perspective.
I understand definitely what you are saying but I just prefer for my daughter to be able to learn and socialize with her peers on a daily basis, in a classroom outside of home, with someone qualified, other than me (hope i said that right)
. I am not saying that your kids dont have friend, playdates, field trips and etc. Im very sure that they do. So I didnt mean anything against you, when I said "social limitations" and sorry I was not clear about it.I agree with Somedaymama, that some public schools and some private schools do not prepare their students for the world. I can only speak for public schools because thats where I teach at. Often time the lack of preparation in public schools is because we do not get the backing of the parents. Also students need to be held responsible for their learning as well. Teachers can only do so much!!
So all in all, like I said previously I think what you are doing is great and I commend you! I also commend teachers like me, who work in the classrooms daily, loving and guiding the children as if they were our own. I wouldnt trade my job for the world!
back Jenna! Actually, my youngest is quite under the weather and as she's prone to febrile seizures, these times are always a little nerve-racking for us! So far so good, though!!
Kinda 
But im sure its not comparable to what you guys are getting! Hope you stay warm and safe 
She said we probably wont get the one next week though. Oh well. She said that it would be good peace of mind for the DH and I. She was very sweet and understanding. She also placed me on "Pelvic Rest". due to the spotting she doesn't want me to engage in any type of exercise or sex until we hear from the doc...Guess it's too late for the sex thing though 
