consider homeschooling

[Guest guest]

Those with kids having trouble in school, have you considered homeschooling? Not

just as an emergency crisis type of thing, but embracing it as a good solid

educational choice. We were always planning on homeschooling even before the

OCD thing came up. I know not everyone's situation allows that. But, it's

something to consider. Some kids do better learning at home in a more nurturing

environment. There are probably many good groups in your area that could help

and provide a nice social environment. I've noticed that homeschooled kids tend

to be very accepting of others, and those who are different than them. Multi-age

groups are common, big kids play with the little ones, and they tend to be

non-cliquish. Is that a word? Ben's quirkiness doesn't stick out as much. It

may help lower the anxiety and provide a comforting environment for your child.

There is so much curriculum that is available that it isn't that hard anymore.

Some even provide dvds that teach for you. Maybe later, they can return to

school if needed. Lots of families chose homeschooling for a variety of reasons.

I was a public school teacher for 8 years, and I'm homeschooling, probably all

the way through. Just my 2 cents.

J