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I love having two boys as there is never a dull moment. It's very challenging being a parent and learning how to say NO for me. I am a real easy going person until someone messes with my kids. I can't stand bullies and have no patience for schools that do not deal with them promptly and properly. My son was beat up 3 times in one week by the same kid and the principal only made the kid sit out one recess. I pulled my son from that school because I didn't feel he was safe and his self esteem was shot. I feel that schools need to enforce their rules and this will help in raising more responsible kids. It's tough to work so hard at home and then have it ruined by a school that lacks discipline. I also have issues with the schools t hat teach to the standardized tests, the kids miss out on so much.
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View all activity »Post in: My son is oin 6th grade at an all boys school. Up until this year, he was doing reasonably well. January 11, 2009
Bullying really has a lot to do with siblings- if they have older sibs and parent involvement/supervision. The kid that beat my son up 3 times... More »
Post in: My son is oin 6th grade at an all boys school. Up until this year, he was doing reasonably well. January 11, 2009
YOU HAVE NOT FAILED AS A PARENT! You are your child's advocate. You are looking out for his best interest. My son is struggling in the 5th grade... More »
Post in: TWEEN/TEEN BOYS CAN THINK OF OTHERS, TOO..... January 11, 2009
My 11 year old asked for ONLY BOOKS for his last birthday and donated them to a shelter. He said it was the best birthday ever. He went and read... More »
Post in: My son was diagnosed with PDDNOS, he keeps getting bullied in school, what can I do? January 11, 2009
There is a book titled.... "Simon's Hook." It's about bullying and techniques your child can use to not give the bullies the power. Please go...
Post in: What do you do when your child hates school January 11, 2009
That is the only way to get a true picture of what is going on. Be involved. I wish more parents had the chance to volunteer and see the REAL... More »
