Oh boy, what have we done?!?!

[catnapper]

We've had a LOT of problems with the local public school over the past few years, and this year they broke the last straw when my youngest daughter was out sick with strep throat, then sick again with Mono. (poor girls' had a hard junior year.... broke left foot, then got sick with strep, then mono, then sprained her right foot.... you can see the crutches from the sprain of last week ) Anyhow, the school was a nightmare to deal with during all of it..... too much to go into in one little thread, just take our word that we are plenty justified in spending money we honestly don't have in order to give her the education she needs to prepare her for college.

We just aren't putting up with public school anymore, so we enrolled her in the local private school. The tuition will kill us but we feel its worth every penny for her to get the education she deserves. We were told that for next year, we'll most likely get a HUGE scholarship based on our finances (woohoo, finally a good thing coming from being broke!) and my inlaws paid for half this year's tuition.

Soooo, today I went and officially disenrolled her from public school and enrolled her at the private school. She is totally embarassed by the uniform but I think she's also secretly happy that she no longer has to fret about dressing to impress the snobs.

Of course I HAD to take a photo of her modeling her new uniform I doubt she'll let me take "first day of school" photo tomorrow (LOL)

(10 points for those who spot Allen first and who can spot my wet food stock pile )

I hope this is all worth it. I was completely impressed by everyone I spoke with and am confident that this is the BEST move for her. Her grades have slipped big-time this year, and not just because she was sick. And her confidence has slipped. This will help her get her grades and confidence back up.

PS: Please no comments on cost. We have looked at this and realize that its what we need to do as responsible parents. You have no idea what we've endured with this public school. The tuition and cost is not something we ignored or took lightly. We debated this for many months and now that I've got a job, we decided to do it.

[critter crazy]

i think that is fabulous!!! i have been contemplatin private school for my son, espacilly since he needs more one on one attention. I think you have done what is best for your daughter! good for you!!

[Twisterdog]

If there was a private school anywhere in our county, I would have sold a kidney to send my son there. You are fortunate to have the opportunity! I'm sure she will be much happier.

[kimlovescats]

I see Allen's flashlight eyes in the left doorway .. and your wetfood stash to the right under the cabinet! WHAT DID I WIN, huh huh???

Now, I think you did a great thing for her and tell her she looks very cute in her uniform ... but quit hiding that pretty face I KNOW she has!

[CathyBogart]

When my brother had an 8" long spiral fracture of his femur and was in a body cast...the public school he went to was a NIGHTMARE to deal with. I don't blame you at all.

[jenluckenbach]

From personal experience, you have probably done the BEST thing. I was moved to a private (non-religious) school in 8th grade and flourished.

Good luck to her.

[carole]

I admire your decision to do what you have done, and yes even if it means a big financial struggle it is worth it in the end, i did something a little similar with Melissa when she was at pre-school, a montessori one opened just around the corner from us, i had transport problems and this was perfect,it cost us a bomb, and I often wonder how we did it back then, as we were way poorer than now, but we did and i think it has been worth it,so great stuff and good luck with it all.

[BOBS DAD]

I think the outfit looks very snappy and she looks cute in it. Something about a person in uniform. Wishing her and you the very best of luck!!!

[Lobodeb]

Where to start?

First of all, congrats again on the job and being able to put her into a private school! That's fantastic! There no better spent money than on an education.

And on the money front, are there really people here who would question how you spend YOUR money? Please don't ever feel you have to justify your finances to us.

Again, kudos on doing the right thing. You're an amazing person!

[Lady's Human]

What have you done?


Very simply put, you did the right thing!

I know if my child was having difficulty in public schools or I had issues with the local schools, I'd do the same thing.

[K9soul]

Where to start?

First of all, congrats again on the job and being able to put her into a private school! That's fantastic! There no better spent money than on an education.

And on the money front, are there really people here who would question how you spend YOUR money? Please don't ever feel you have to justify your finances to us.

Well said! And if kids and our future aren't worth sacrifice and investment, what in the world is? I hope she enjoys it and is able to thrive much better there than in the public school. You'll have to let us know how she's doing!