i really want to go to public school but so does my cousin and she cant and can what should i do should i go to public school with out my cousin or should i stay i private?
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Private schools are not always better than public schools.  Research both school and compare/contrast the pros and cons of attending that school.  Do what would benefit YOU the most.  Family and friends might not be there for you 20 years down the line... Education will...
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Have you considered looking for a special school? I know my cousin, who is mildly MR went to a school for MR children and I believe they worked with them as individuals and it helped. Once he transferred to a public school, they also put him in with severely MR and they literally taught him the same thing for the rest o the time he was in school. I would help him with his homework and every year it was the same, it became too easy and boring because all he had to do was take a letter from the alphabet, and write down as many words as he could using that letter. I felt at the special school he was actually learning, while at the public school, they treated him like a nuisance.
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Write a letter explaining your situation to whom ever is in charge at the high school, visit that person if you can.  Unfortunately you might have to go to public school for one year and try again for the catholic school.  I know it sucks but I wouldn't look at repeating seventh grade as an option.  good luck.
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Definitely do tell people about it! My daughter was bullied at school, and hated life until she was moved. Talk to the school, BUT if they do nothing, then go right to the state teaching board (not 100% sure how things work in the US) but if the school does nothing, go right over their heads. My daughter had proof that this other student had stolen her wallet, yet the school didn't want to know about it, or the many other ocassions.
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What you want is kinda irrelevant.  It is your parent's choice and I give them credit for trying to keep you out of trouble.  You may not believe it, but parents often do know best.  Don't forget, they were teenagers too and remember what it was like.  I know it is tough to be separated from the friends you've made, but you can make new friends and possibly better ones. You can also still keep in touch with them.  You may end up thanking your parents for their choice in schools in a few years.   Sorry for the negative comments, and good luck in your new school.
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Find a private school that meets your needs.  Send the children there.  If they are "not the norm," maybe they shouldn't be in the same school with common folks.
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Let me tell you about friends babe.  Most people confuse acquaintances with friends.  If you have 2 or 3 friends that last you over a life time you are a very rich person indeed.  Only your family will be there for you.  Talk to your mom or dad but don't expect a lot.  Teachers don't seem to be the same standard as when I went to school.  Their behaviour leaves a lot to be desired, especially in maturity.  I say to you , you are on the right track.  Study hard and don't let offence from immature people worry you.  They have a problem not you.  You are not a loner either.  You are simply a mature person.  Congratulations on being you.
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I have had my children in both private and public school.  They were actually the same considering the level of education you get.  If you are quite smart as you have indicated, there are plenty of accelerated classes available to you.  There could be a "Gifted Program" in the public school.  I personally feel if you do not like the school you are going to at the moment and you are depressed, it may lower your grades in time.  I would go and be with my friend.  Kids your age need someone they can share things with.  I believe you will be much happier.\nGood luck to you
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This varies wildly from state to state, from county to county, and from school to school.  In the U.S. we have both public (free attendance, supported by tax money) and private schools. \n\nYou should talk to the principal of the school your children are going to attend, as well as their teachers and parents of other students in their classes. Find out if there is a Parent-Teacher organization in the school and get involved.  Talk to other parents in your neighborhood, at the playground and at church to get their impressions of  local schools.\n\nUse sites like http://www.greatschools.net/ to find out more information about schools in your area.
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Is there any family that you can live with in Co until you finish school? This is really rough on you. I would talk to your parents and see if there is someway you could stay to finish school there. Moving before your senior year is really hard on a young person. ( I say young cause I'm 51) Tell them how you feel, maybe something can be worked out so at least you can graduate from the school you have been going to. Good luck, I hope it works out for you.
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Your mom only wants whats good for you. She thinks may be you will chnage if u live at ur aunts. Strat doing well in school study hard. Ask help if u need it. \nYou will never regret it later.\n\nAll the best
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Talk to the school district's district office.  See if the kid can get trransferred to another teacher's class.  Don't be afraid to raise a little hell about it.  Just don't go over board and do anything rash.
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Hopefully you can't!  Private schools are not mandated and  do not follow all public ed regs. Children that go to public school get funding because the state regulates the standards and their parents pay taxes. Public funds should not be used for schools that make exclusions in their entrance requirements.Private schools basically exist to serve speciall interests. If you want state funding you should apply for a charter and then be regulated by your state. Once a school accepts funding it can no longer keep its discriminatory  rules against ANY group. \nIt basically loses most of its private  ways. It still can maintain some but not as many as it did when totally run by private funds. If this is not for you then get private businesses to fund you.
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My daughter was in a Christian school 1st thru 6th grade. Then I felt she needed a public school cause kids need to know how to deal in the world when they become adults. Now that I rethink it and she is grown, maybe I should have kept her in the Christian school. It was a great experience for her and I felt she was safer there. Good luck!
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I would move her to a private school.\n\nCoach
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For - public schools aren't making the grade.  give parents money for private school\n\nAgainst - Taking money and giving it to parents is throwing money at the problem and will not make the public schools better.  Also, kids who parents care will apply for vouchers -kids who have crappy parents will be stuck in even crappier schools.
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I would contact social services. You obviously have a place to stay or you would not be on here. Stay in school, they will pay or child care. Social services should have plans for you and your situation. Do not stop talking with your parents. Keep attempting to work things out with them. You may have toget a job after school. email me if you like, i am a life coach and will coach you for free. james101092@yahoo.com