I don't get it. Yes I am strong in my religion, but I have plenty of friends. I am glad my parents picked home schooling over public. what about all the drugs, pure pressure, people making fun of you just because your still a virgin? Do you ever think about that?
I still know what goes on in the world, I'm not clueless.
I just want to know why?
2006-08-25 09:29:38 · 27 answers · asked by girlperson 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
Hey, both of my nieces and my nephew were home schooled. And all three test at the genius level. Go figure! And no, they are not religious freaks, their parents just decided they could do a better job than public schools could...and they were right.
Public schools are nothing but harbingers of drugs, fighting, violence, hatred, bigotry and racism.
Who gives a crap if you are still a virgin. More power to you!
Also remember, stupid people always hate smart people. That's just the way it is. When people feel threatened by someone smarter, they lash out.
I speak to you from experience, at least for the most part. I went to public schools. I tested at genius level in the ninth grade. Think that was a good thing? Nope. I was hit, kicked, spit on, insulted and assaulted constantly because I was in higher education classes.
I didn't lose my virginity till I was 20, heck I didn't even KISS a girl till I was 19.
My solution for you? Take it easy and let the low IQ people work for Burger King and get arrested for drugs. You have an advantage, don't let it slip away.
2006-08-25 09:44:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 3⤋
I know well adapted home schooled children, and I know complete freaks. The well-adapted one was kept home not just for religion, but because they live in the boonies and the school district sucks. Her parents are fabulous, she participates in all kinds of extracurricular activites, and the entire family is VERY well spoken and kind.
The other family I know is a mess. The kids are constantly being arrested. The kids are so far behind others of their age, that they have little hope of ever becoming functioning adults. The entire family has NO social skills. The parents shove religion down everyone's throats. The house is a disaster. The kids have plenty of friends, too, they just choose to commit crimes rather than be upstanding members of their church or society.
You've taken some people's prejudice of home schooling and created your own prejudice of public schools. "Pure Pressure" (sic) isn't always bad and isn't always that big of a deal. Drugs are not rampant if you choose your friends wisely, or honestly, just say no. People make fun of people not just for being virgins, but for being fat, blonde, wearing jeans, wearing skirts, for having messy handwriting, and such. It's something that people have to learn to deal with or they'll be babies in life.
Too many people use home schooling as a way to shield their children from the evils of the world and instead teach them religion. This may create a naivete when the child becomes an adult and enters the world, and a lack of social skills, and a lack of real education. If a parent can avoid those pitfalls, more power to them. But I still don't believe that a home school education is as good for kids as a regular education.
2006-08-25 19:56:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
The reason most (or at least, many) people are against home schooling is because they know nothing about it. A couple of generations ago, the only type of home schooling available was correspondence courses for children who lived too far from a regular school to attend. There was not the support available that children have today -- no computers, no on-line tutors, etc.etc.
That's likely what they are thinking of. The courses were difficult, many parents weren't able to help, and in many cases, the kids dropped out as soon as they were legally able to.
There are plus and minus factors in regard to both home schooling and public schooling. But the most important part is that whichever the child is doing, he or she needs parental support and guidance.
You sound like a very intelligent young person, with a clear view of what you believe, and that is very commendable. Keep thinking positively! The world needs more people like you.
2006-08-25 23:27:47 · answer #3 · answered by old lady 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I think the simple reason is that they are unaware and uneducated about the benefits of homeschooling. I am in a homeschooling group. Everyone has there has a different method of teaching their kids and religions(or not religious at all) and backrounds. We have park days, some classes together, field trips etc. The kids are very social, very smart and very polite- without all the drama that goes on in the public and private schools. These kids are not locked in their houses but are out in their community learning and experiencing life. they know how to converse and interact with people of all ages.
I think that most adults that bad mouth homeschooling are either uneducated about it or are feeling like a lousy parent because they would rather have the school babysit their kids than take responsibility. I have a friend who has told me outright "I don't have a problem with homeschooling but I couldn't do it I like my free time while they are in school.
2006-08-25 18:19:51 · answer #4 · answered by creative rae 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Because people are stupid and hear one thing and run with it...Alot of homeschool programs ARE christian based, but it doesn't turn kids into religious freaks...Everyone thinks that prominisuous sex and drugs are cool because everyone else does it, and for the most part, publicly schooled children are like sheep...They all think inside the little box that their friends and pop-culture have put them in. BTW, it has indeed been proven that homeschooled children are MORE socially aware/skilled than publicly schooled kids are...
Hey, I've been through two years of public highschool, and I'm FINALLY getting homeschooled...I know what you're talking about...People are just so clueless...
2006-08-25 23:32:49 · answer #5 · answered by xcrimsonxphoenixofxhellx 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
While some homeschoolers poorly reperesent the majority by behaving and looking wierd, most homeschoolers are healthy, well -adjusted, intelligent individuals. Some of the benefits of being home educated include, access to more acedemic freedom, (not being held back) and having a greater abiltiy to pursue athletic and creative goals. Some people claim that homeschoolers are anti social and have no friends, that is false. I am homeschooled and have many friends and at least 20 best friends.
2006-08-25 23:47:45 · answer #6 · answered by ej 1 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Because most people realize that while parents would like nothing more than to protect their children, you cannot protect them by sheltering them from the rest of the world. You need social interaction with people of all varieties in order to develop the process of making good choices for yourself. If your parents don't trust your judgement at all, then they will try to hand select your friends, and everything else you do. Problem with that is what happens when you DO have to grow up and explore the world on your own?? That's great that you are still a virgin and temporarily exempted from peer pressure and drugs, but you won't be forever? Are your parents going to homeschool you for college? Cuz that's where the REAL problems begin. If you've never even experienced what it's like at a high school, I'm not certain you will be prepared for the drama that occurs in most colleges. As an adult, you have to be "strong" in your religion and your moral grounds for yourself. I understand that your parents are trying to do right by you, but they are in fact stifling your growth as a person.
2006-08-25 16:44:43 · answer #7 · answered by karen W 4 · 2⤊ 4⤋
Other people that don't home school don't know the truth about the level of other activities that home schooler parents involve their children in with other kids. It's not stay in the home and never see another kid the same age - it's let's trade subjects to day, let's get to the church for whatever activity, let's go to the park and have swimming lessons and on and on. Yes faith is an important part of home schooling, but our country was founded with faith as the primary point. We should be following suit!
2006-08-25 19:40:18 · answer #8 · answered by Old Lady 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I don't know either. but home-schoolers actually score higher on the SAT! Being religious freaks is totally not true, my parents just don't want me and my siblings to be taught alot of the bad things that are at schools. And I made a list of my friends and I have over 20, home-schoolers meet people through home-school groups, sports teams, their parents friends children, and at church and stuff.
2006-08-25 22:48:44 · answer #9 · answered by thethinker678 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
People are just stereotyped.
I'm in public school and I have a lot of fun.
Even so, I want to try home schooling too. I mean, in public school, we have problems with teachers, friends, etc etc.
Well, if you can participate in yahoo answers, I'm pretty sure you're a nice, chatable person. Why not chat with me? I would love to know you better...
Tell me more about your homeschholing experience... kay?
2006-08-26 07:45:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋