Why would someone come on the homeschool section to tell homeschool parents they are not good parents and then say that he is tired of "hysterical" homeschool moms?
Wouldn't it make more sense if someone was not in agreement with a lifestyle choice to simply leave those people alone?
Wouldn't it also make sense if you knew nothing about a subject that you would not want to open your mouth about it, lest you look like a fool?
Does anyone know why the decision to homeschool suddenly qualifies you as a bad parent?
2006-10-09 10:01:07 · 20 answers · asked by Terri 6 in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
Let them parade their ignorance. Posts like that speak volumes about those who post them, and nothing of importance about those they complain about.
2006-10-09 20:15:47 · answer #1 · answered by answer faerie, V.T., A. M. 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It sounds to me like not only do you not think you're a bad parent, but you think you're a great parent. So why the question if you are already convinced of the answer. I was home schooled for 3 years (3rd-6th). I don't feel as if homeschooling made me extra smart or kept me extra sheltered. All those years at public school didn't hurt me and I preferred learning from teachers who were experienced. I don't have issue with a parent who home schools either. I just think a mom who has to work 2 jobs to support her kids is just as good as a stay at home mom. A parent who teaches their children right from wrong, raises them to know the Lord, and shows them that they are loved and special is a good parent.
2006-10-09 20:49:33 · answer #2 · answered by tcklelmo007 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that Homeschool parents are bad parents, I think that they are great parents. They are deciding what is right for their children and not allowing someone else to decide that for them. The public school system is very messed up right now, and parents should be allowed to decide how best to educate their children. As long as the homeschooling is getting done correctly and the children are actually getting a good education, what is wrong with that? Most home school kids I know are better educated, have better social skills and be better prepared for life than their public school peers.
2006-10-09 19:51:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Everyone has their own opinion, however shallow and hateful it may be. Don't listen to those people who condescend you for homeschooling. They aren't being fair.
And to the people who quickly judge that homeschoolers have no social life, you are wrong. I was home schooled for a few years, and so was my best friend. We both went to "youth group" on Wednesday afternoons with other children that were home schooled. We had a LOT of friends and social times and group activities like field trips.
2006-10-09 17:16:46 · answer #4 · answered by Linzy Rae 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
There will always be an outsider that comes in here running their mouth about how homeschooling is ruining our children's lives. That don't understand or care to understand. I think a person who home schools their children are very concerned with their children's education. When people come in here running their mouth it just makes them look ignorant
2006-10-09 22:05:42 · answer #5 · answered by bllnickie 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
We homeschool our boys, and it really takes a dedicated parent to take on such a committment. However, we've got good friends who've also taken the home-schooling route. It seems they went more towards the 'unschooling' approach where the child dictates what to learn and when. Believe me, a growing youth needs more direction than that. I can imagine a youth that has been improperly homeschooled being upset that others still consider this an option. To such a youth, I say - you still have time to get your education on track! (Unless you're 30, married + 4 kids of your own!!!)
To such parents, I say your child needs some direction and discipline - and definitely needs your attention while he/she is so busily defining him/herself.
2006-10-09 17:21:25 · answer #6 · answered by warped_factor_ten 2 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Because some parents choose to do it and then put nothing into it. Someone I know did it, but did her kids work so she wouldn't have to deal with it. I think as long as you put the time in and do it right it can be a good thing.
2006-10-09 18:09:15 · answer #7 · answered by ★Fetal☆ ★And ☆ ★Weeping☆ 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't; the ones who complain about homeschooling are ignorant of what homeschooling is about. IOW if you're a homeschooling parent, don't let the ignorant people bother you, they aren't worth it.
2006-10-09 22:11:42 · answer #8 · answered by daryavaush 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I commend you for your committment to your child!! You won't have to worry about your child being massacred in one of our countries schools either. You will be able to give your child more time, rather than him having to be in a class with a ratio of 25/1. You can teach your child so much more if you are commited, which I am sure that you are. As long as you allow your child a social outlet of some sort, I think you are a GREAT mom!!!
2006-10-09 17:10:08 · answer #9 · answered by Amy C 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Why listen to such people?
You know if you are good, great or even adequate.
Their impression without seeing your works and curriculum is like me saying to you you are a bad cook.... zero value.
So why does this bother you? Ignore the ignoramuses!
2006-10-09 21:26:53 · answer #10 · answered by schnikey 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋