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Hope4u2b · Sep 19, 2008, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Mischka

Hi all.

Just a quick question... Do any of you homeschool? If so, how do you handle homeschooling and "mental illness" at the same time?

Reason I am asking, is that a number of months ago I made the decision (after much deliberation and research) to homeschool my two girls (11 and 12). Every one is pretty much on my side when it comes to this, except for my mental health workers supervisor... My worker said she doesn't agree with it, but, she said she will support me regardless as that is her job! But her supervisor is making her write a letter to my Pdoc. I haven't seen him since May. (long story short.. no transportation to his town as I no longer drive).

The Education Act here in Canada doesn't include "who can't and why not's" it only states that the home educator must provide "satisfactory instruction" and that can only be investigated by the Board of Education in who's territory you reside. So, legally I don't really have to worry, but I am worried regardless.

Any thoughts on how to deal with this possible situation?

Blessings
Mischka

I used to homeschool my daughter before we moved because the school district where we used to live was horrible, anyway I have to admit it was hard on me because Being home all day I felt cut off from the world, but on the flip side I loved spending the extra time with my daughter. Now that she's back in school, I find that I enjoy being a mom a little better. I have more patience with her, but only because we moved did I put her back in school. I definitly feel that you know whats best for your kids and what you can handle, but don't be afraid to evaluate yourself every couple months and make sure your still up for it. There is nothing wrong with changing your mind. :-)