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Anonymous October 2, 2008

Would transfering my daughter to three different schools in three years hurt her?

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My daughter has always been academically challanged. She did her best in 5th grade with an excellent teacher. When she transfered to Middle School she did lousy so in 7th grade we placed her in a private school. Although, she had a slight improvement she hates the school and the student. Like most private schools is "show me the money". Now in 8th grade she still hates it but has started to adapt. I received a call from a charter school nearby were she was in their waiting list for about a year. My question is, will moving her to another school for the third year in a row hurt her. She hates her current school but I don't want her to run away from the problem. Financially, it will releave alot of stress since we really cant afford it with todays economy. Her brother who also attends 6th grade there will also be transfered, but the impact on him wont be as great since he just started....Please HELP.
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shareknowledge January 6, 2009
man-- this is a tough one. agree with forever and tropper. my gut goes with forever, but if the move is related to finances as you say-- increased strain on your household budget will also bring transitional problems should you keep your child at her current school. parenting isn't easy. thanks for sharing.
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_forever_ January 6, 2009
Changing schools so many times is not a good thing, in my opinion. Many young adults, and adults as a matter of fact, have an extreme fear of change and once they are faced with change it cannot always be a good thing.
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trooper
trooper November 14, 2008
You have a lot to consider. Each time your daughter changes academic settings - she has to readjust . New schools mean, new friends, new teachers, new expectations! It is important to recognize and be sensitive to your daughter's dilemma.
Additionally, it sounds as if there are some major financial considerations on the table. I think you really need to first evaluate if private school is something you are going to be able to support and pay for. If not, then you will have to move her again. If that is the case, then you need to make a plan to move her.
In order to make the move a positive change, you will have to prepare her. It is important that you address the things at the private school which are a problem. Just because you are removing her - does not mean you are avoiding and running away from problems. I think you should take on those issues with her - and help work through those feelings.
I think it would be wise to address the change - for honest reasons. If it is a matter of economics - explain that you have decided that there was not cost justification to continue to pay to be in an environment which was not suited to her needs.
It is important to stress the value of a good education. It would appear that the Charter school was the original first choice, and now that there is an opening that you will be taking advantage of that opportunity. You will need to keep her supported through this transition. Moving is really tough on kids, especially in Middle School. I think once you make a decision, and make a plan you will feel more comfortable.
Best of Luck!

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