HOME SCHOOLING

Never. I would have never thought we would even consider homeschooling. Jay and I both went to public schools, and excelled. We have NO DOUBTS about public school being the right choice for our children too.

And then it came time for 3 year old preschool. Not that it’s mandatory, or in the case of Cam, even necessary (he’s a smarty pants… good and bad). But we found ourselves in a difficult position.

Cameron’s birthday is August 31^st. Meaning he is age eligible for school, THE DAY BEFORE the cut off, September 1^st. So in a sense, having him do two years of preschool seemed like a great idea. Maybe he wouldn’t seem like the absolute youngest kid in his class if he had the extra year. (Though, I have to say, if you saw him, observed his interactions with other kids, and listened to him talk, you’d never think he JUST turned 3… Yes, I’m bragging. But he’s MY SON. I get to do that!)

 Cue the drama surrounding potty training. (I’m so thankful we’ve finally crossed that bridge!) We tried several times, and had to continually put in on the back burner. The kid just wasn’t ready. But of course, being diaper free was a requirement for preschool.

So much for that.

Sure, he was officially potty trained the week before class started…but it was too late to get him signed up. So we opted to home school him this year.

I was nervous. Jay and I have a TON on our plates any given week. Could I manage MORE?

Well, I’m happy to say, we’re pulling it off. We bought curriculum and Cameron loves it. And after each lesson, I’m feeling pretty accomplished too.

 I don’t plan on doing it for more then just this year, but I can see the appeal. On top of everything, it’s extremely rewarding. Being the person that helps light the bulb in their little minds is overwhelmingly rewarding. I love it!

 Maybe I should have been a teacher!

 Kudos to all those home-schooling parents out there!

 

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