For Parents Of School Children Please?
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I don't have children but I hope you don't mind that I answer your question anyway =)\n\nA proper education is so important for childen! I feel very strongly about this. Whether it's homeschooling, public, private, whatever, kids have got to learn! It's difficult to get a job without a college degree these days. How much harder will it be if these kids don't get any kind of formal training at all? Even though I don't have kids, I don't mind that some of my taxes go to my town's schools, because I'm investing in these kids' lives, you know? They should have every possible advantage, and an education is one of those things.
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Parent's don't feel as though their kids are getting the quality of education that they need.  In many areas the schooling is just pathetic.  Some people can't afford to move to the areas with better schooling.  \n\nIn addition, I think more people are home schooling their kids who have special needs or problems such as severe food allergies. \n\nIt's the easiest way to know your kids are being influenced by those things in which you want them to and not the negative influence of certain kids or poor teaching.  \n\nIn my opinion home schooling is good, but I think you could miss out on a lot.  If you home school you need to be sure to expose your children to more social situations and activities to maintain their ability to communicate with others.
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I strongly believe that child's parents play a role in their education!! Parents effect children not only in education but in everything they do... If Parents are more alert and spend some time looking at the child's homework ,, the child knows that he has to study or he might be punished .. Also if children score good and parents are there to encourage ,, children will feel more encouraged.. my dad was always there for me in bad times and in good times... and I always did the best to please him.. I think children need attention just like we all do and they will certainly go on the right track.. We have to be there to solve their problems just like our parents were there!! These days children do their homework on computers and parent's role will keep them safe from the cyber world.
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I never thought I would be advising someone to KEEP their child in school, but I might make the exeption here. If you want to homeschool to give your child a better education, then go for it! But, if your only reason is because the teacher is young, that's not going to work. Homeschooling takes EXTREME dedication to your child, lots of work on your part, it takes patience, and persistence. You have to be willing to do whatever is necessary to learn what you need to teach and how to do it. You have to enjoy your children enough to have them with you 24/7! You have to be willing to taxi them to the different opportunities for social engagement like sports or dance classes, whatever. A lot of homeschooling is done outside the home, in the form of educational outings, where they learn hands-on about the world around them and social engagement with ALL age groups, not just their peers. All of this is GREAT for them, but it's a sacrifice on your part, and you have to be willing to do it. See, it's not just a simple decision to be based on the fact that a teacher is young, that really has no bearing on anything. Plus, you have to take into account how your child is going to react. It's a lot harder to pull a child out of school then it is to have never put them in in the first place, this can cause resentment and I don't feel it should be done unless the parent feels it's necessary, and feels that the fight is worth it in exchange for the better education. Good luck to you, but I suggest you think about it some more, do some research, get to know the teacher and see if you still feel he/she is not adequate as a teacher, then go to the principal if you still have concerns. If the principal is unwilling to help, then go to the school board. Try some other options first, because it's not an easy job. It's a very rewarding job, and most beneficial to the child, but it is a sacrifice.
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I applaud all of you, a school is there to teach children not as another way of the nanny state interfering with the way we raise our children, I have a two (soon to be three) year old son and he will be starting reception school in september. I remember a few years ago the government wanted people to stop calling children winners and losers and instead use the term yet to achieve success in a bid to hep childrens self esteem. Has no one considered the effect of weighing classes of kids, possibly in front of other class pupils? and in any event what about the poor kids who have to take these letters home and the effect being told you're fat at such an early age may have on them, don't we have enough of a problem with eating disorders...
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Child care, for one, whether you are in a single parent household (getting good day care) or a two-parent family--does one parent stay home or do both parents work?\n\nI think that discipline and behavioral expectations are an issue. It seems that many parents are ambivalent about discipline, and they tend to let their kids do whatever they want and cater entirely to their needs.\n\nFinding a good preschool program is an issue. You want a high quality program that helps kids learn to interact socially with others. Not so easy to find.\n\nFinding a good balance between expecting kids to play with one another and having kids read and such, compared to the use of technology (gameboy, nintendo, TV, and computer).
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Take the time to go to the school and pledge your support.  Do this with the the father and the child.  Meet with the teachers first then bring the child into the meeting so that he can see that he has your support. Make sure that all the teachers and admin staff have your e-mail and phone number and make sure that you are copied on everything that involves the child.  The school should be very helpful with this.  Make sure that you spin it positively with lots of encouragement.
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As a teacher in the public school system, I see a direct correlation between proper parental involvement and student success. By proper I mean genuine concern and taking personal responsibility for helping their child succeed. I think too many parents are overworked and stressed, not home often enough, or are too busy keeping up with hyperactive schedules to spend the energy it takes to invest in their child's education and teach proper behaviors and habits. Many parents are also trying to be their kid's friend instead of an authority figure. All too often the parents that rant the loudest about the public school system's failures are the ones who refuse to see their child's faults. They blame the school, teachers, administrators and the government for not doing enough or for picking on their kid. Yet, as teachers, there is only so much we can do. I can teach, tutor, follow IEPs, use every resources I can find or create, teach good study habits, use multiple approaches to the topics, call parents, meet with councilors, be highly qualified, try to leave no child behind, and create a positive and stimulating environment, yet I cannot make a child learn. Students, with the help their parents, must take on the responsibility. \nAll of that being said, they are good parents and good teachers that are working together to help children succeed. Just the same as there are those who could do much more. \n\nTo those who invest the time and energy into the education of children, be it their own or other's, Thank you very much. Keep up the good work.
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Huge debate there... not sure where to start.\n\nPros:\n-Educates the masses about STDs.\n-Educates the masses on reproduction and general knowledge of health issues and care for ones reproductive system.\n-Takes the stress off of the parents who may feel too embarrased to discuss with thier children.\n-Offers relief to those who wonder if the changes they are experiencing are "normal".\n-Helps remove the shame western cultures have towards sexuality.\n-Demystifies controversial topics like homosexuality.\n-Give a third party the opportunity to observe behaviors in the student that may suggest sexual abuse.\n-Educates student on safety issues.\n\ncons:\n-Does not (and should not) explain moral issues.  This is the sole responsibility of the parent, not the government.\n-Does not give the parent the decision of what time is best for thier child to be exposed to sexual topics.\n-Does not (and should not) cover religious issues. Also the sole responsibility of the parent.\n-Invites curiosity in the students which might lead to experimentation.\n-Introduces students to topics that parents may not approve of, like homosexuality.\n-Depending on the maturity and psychological state of the student, could create fear or anxiety.\n\nMy personal opinion, I am pro-education on all topics.  My only request is that the schools let me know the curriculum and agenda so that I can cover the topics with my child first.  She should understand our families moral and religious views before she is introduced the topic by a stranger or government employee.
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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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I would have to contribute this partly to the parents.  These days, parents are not as involved in their children's education as they once were.  Also, there is a growing number of parents who condone WHATEVER it is that their child is doing (even if it is the wrong thing).  The parents will always come to the child's defense and blame everyone else.  Additionally, there is a lack of discipline in the homes because parents are afraid to firmly (spanking) discipline their children because of legal retort.  And last, I will have to say that the government is doing very little to support educators (teachers and instructors).
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I think the parents should co-operate with the school and show respect to the teachers who work so hard to educate their children.  If the parents don't set an example of valueing education and respecting those who teach their children, things won't improve.  Parents should realize that loving and supporting their children doesn't mean accepting everything they do without judgment.  If their children have done something wrong, they should accept the consequences and only this way can they guide them back to the right way.  How can a child know what's wrong and what's right when his/her parents say "oh, I love my child and will stand by him/her, no matter what or oh, I'm so proud of him/her... blah-blah-blah" when he/she has done something awful (getting pregnant, bullying others, getting into trouble with asbo...)and unforgivable (robbing, mugging, killing...).  Parents in this country are sometimes too tolerant of their children's wrongdoings and this is not the way to love their children.
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1. A good place to begin is to document the barriers to parent involvement created by such factors as family structures (dual career, single parent, teenage parent) and family work schedules (full-time, job sharing, flex-time). This can be accomplished through parent-teacher conferences, telephone calls, or a short questionnaire.\n\n2. Documentation of the barriers to parent participation can be used to develop policies that are likely to work with the parent community. For example, more options may be needed as to when parent-teacher conferences are held (before, during, and after school), how they are held (face-to-face, by telephone, by computer, in small groups), or where they are held (at the school, in the home, at a neighborhood center, or at the parent's place of employment).\n\nCreate a comfortable conference environment in which parents feel free to share information, ask questions, and make recommendations. Allowing parents to begin the conference by asking their own questions and expressing their own concerns is one way to convey respect for their input. Here are some other ways to share responsibility with parents during the conference:\n\nSchedule an adequate amount of time for the conference so that the parent does not feel rushed.\n\nIf the conference is held at the school, point out to the parent the projects that involved his or her child.\n\nBegin and end the conference by noting something positive about the child. \n\nAsk open-ended questions ("How do you help your child with her shyness?") instead of "yes" or "no" questions ("Do you help your child with her shyness?"). \n\nCommunicate in a way that matches, yet shows respect for, the parent's background. Be careful not to make assumptions about a parent's level of knowledge or understanding, and avoid talking down to parents.\n\nSend nonverbal messages of respect and interest. Sit facing the parent and maintain good eye-contact. Put aside paperwork and postpone taking notes until after the conference has ended.\n\nInstead of offering advice, ask the parent to share feelings and suggestions for addressing an issue. Then offer your own input as a basis for negotiation. \n\nMore information Here:\n\nhttp://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content/parent.participation.html\n\nThis site has some really terrific ideas also:\n\nhttp://www.teachervision.fen.com/parent-teacher-conferences/teaching-methods/3854.html
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Hi, I'm a primary school teacher, so when I read your question, I wanted to help you out.\nI found a thread for you- it suggests lots of books and activities recommended by other parents who have autistic children. Hope it helps!
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the way parents teach them.
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Put message in the local paper. Contact schools with your details and as above said put it on school notice boards. Equally you could look for home schooling groups and societies and advertise there. My Brother found his private tutor through school because they had told his english teacher their details. You could get a website this will be easily accesible for a lot of people who want to check you out quickly without having to ring or drop in. Create cards and flyers with simple details so parents know what they are getting
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I have homeschooled for years now.  I hear from my old fart neighbor "When are you going to let them go back to school?"  Ugh.  It never ends.  I just don't broadcast it to the locals because THEY choose to be close minded and to not educate themselves about hsing.  Consider this 'comeback' as it's my best one:  My son gets a one-on-one education.  It's better than a private tutor.  He is fully socialized as he can go to church, soccer, chess club, library groups, the local rec center programs, 4H and scouts."  Folks that flip out and bring up socialization usually just grab that word because everyone that knows little about it uses it.  Good luck and you can email me for any help you need.