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Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Long time no write!
I
know it has been almost three months since I last wrote on this
blog. Since I consider this mostly a personal journal, I guess
it's no big loss. Homeschooling two children and working in my
youngest daughter's Christian school has taken far more out of me than
I would have imagined possible. Add to that Christmas--the
parties, programs, shopping, wrapping! I was pretty stressed out.
And, of course, when I get really stressed, I get really sick.
So, I spent my Christmas holidays in bed for the most part. But
GOD has a funny way of making sure you get the rest you need--like it
or not!
So, what is the latest development in our
homeschooling lives?? Well, I am actually considering sending my
daughter, who is in Grade 9, to public school next fall. This has
been an awful dilemma for me. I have prayed and prayed but feel
no real direction. Originally, I had only planned on
homeschooling for one year, or at least just taking it one year at a
time. (Good advice from another homeschooling mom!) I also
prayed at the start that if I was to continue homeschooling my high
schooler, the LORD would bring her on board and make her a willing
participant. That has not happened. She is more determined
than ever in wanting to go back to school. Things also get dicey
next year with Hunter, my four year old, who will be going to Senior
Kindergarten at Belle's school. In order to keep tuition down (by
the thousands), I will be required to work 1 1/2 days per week.
That would leave poor Tori alone to homeschool. Other reasons
include her missing a teacher talking to the class, and going back to
what is familiar. I am not sure how I feel about her going
back. Her grades have improved IMMENSELY since
homeschooling. Of course, it helps that our curriculum requires
an 80% pass. I am so torn as to what to do. I have prayed
and sought advice from godly and/or experienced homeschoolers. It
seems that I am destined to make my own choice. Why can't the
LORD just tell me what to do for Tori?!? All I want is to do His
will for her especially since He knows what the future holds for
her.
In the end, I do have to choose. So, this is
what is happening--I have decided to attempt to put her in an
out-of-district public high school that has a good reputation. I
am praying that if Tori is meant to go she will be accepted, and if the
door is closed, I will take that as a sign we are to continue to
homeschool for another year. Tori would also have to sign a
contract agreeing she will attend school, follow the rules, and keep up
a good grade. If not, we'll pull her out.
I have been in contact with two high schools trying
to sort out policies and protocols. For now, I have been advised
to wait until the third week of February and then schedule an
appointment with the guidance counsellor at our chosen school. I
will let you know how it goes!
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Disclaimer: This blog is mostly a personal diary about our homeschooling adventures, my time with family and friends, and a record of my journey with GOD. If you want a peek into our lives, you are always welcome. But if you get bored, please feel free to move on to greener reading pastures! May the LORD bless you and keep you!!
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