Homeschooling and the Judicial System
Hi- I'm a single mom with a 12 year old son enrolled for the last year in an online Mastery Program. My son's father has taken me to court to get my son back into Public school citing academic quality and socialization of the alternative program as the main issues. He has also filed for custody.
The courts have sided with him and have taken a decidely dim view of me for advocating the alternative school approach. However, I didn't choose our current homeschool situation lightly. It came after years of deep disatisfaction with the public school system over a long period of time, as I'm sure others may relate.
I'm frustrated and sad that I've finally found something that is so right for him and may be loosing that...
As the end of the school year approaches and we are coming up on a finalization on this issue I would love to hear about other moms out there who have dealt with the legal system and homeschooling.
Thanks!
The courts have sided with him and have taken a decidely dim view of me for advocating the alternative school approach. However, I didn't choose our current homeschool situation lightly. It came after years of deep disatisfaction with the public school system over a long period of time, as I'm sure others may relate.
I'm frustrated and sad that I've finally found something that is so right for him and may be loosing that...
As the end of the school year approaches and we are coming up on a finalization on this issue I would love to hear about other moms out there who have dealt with the legal system and homeschooling.
Thanks!
Tags: courts, homeschooling, judicial, legal, moms
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Permalink Reply by Wendy Young on
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Permalink Reply by Tati on -
Hi Jennifer, We enjoy homeschooling and I admire parents that let their voice be heard. If you want to check out my blog here: http://groovybabyblog.blogspot.com
Thanks,
-Angela & Angelica
Groovy Baby Blog
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Permalink Reply by Tamma DeHart on -
Hi Jennifer-
Ditto check with HSLDA and your state laws. If you have primary custody, then I think in most states you get to make the schooling decisions. But HSLDA will be at your side. http://tinyurl.com/ciga
Tamma
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Permalink Reply by Dinah Beverly on -
Hi Jennifer
Yes, please get signed up with HSLDA right away and let them know your situation. Right now you can sign up free until July. Let me know how you fair out.
Dinah Beverly
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