here in WA kids don't have to legally go to school (or declare to HS) unitl age 8. I specifically asked the elementary school this summer what they would and could do if my kindergardener missed too much school.... they said "we frown upon missing school for anything other than illnesses. But otherwise, there is nothing we can do". After age 8, I have no idea. If they found out that I was OK with all the unexcused absenses, I assume they might call CPS. But given that I am always willing to HS, I would not let it get to that point.
Anyone able to "customize" Public School Schedule?
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To my knowledge there is no loophole. I was coming to post what you did here- which is they don't have to go to K, but once enrolled they (and YOU) are subject to truancy laws.
To my knowledge TX is all or nothing. They don't allow part time homeschooling as far as I know.
-Angela
Originally Posted by AlmostAPpropriate Per TX law if K isnt required but if you enroll child you are subject to truancy laws. You can completely withdraw your child at any time. Im looking for a loophole like many have had to use to get vaccination exemptions in other states.... Stating religious reasons because that is allowed by state when really you object on more of an ethical. scientific basis. |
To my knowledge TX is all or nothing. They don't allow part time homeschooling as far as I know.
-Angela
Why do you think its too much other than the lengeth. My DD kindergarden days were Monday -Thursday 7:50-2:30 and fridays 7:40-12:45 however the day was well broken up morning recess around 9am Morning center time where they were up and moving around the classroom Lunch/recess again at 10:20 (ate way early) specials after (PE music ect) afternoon recess often more center time.. Snacktime... There was actually very little plain sit down and even when it was they were still pretty active. The first week or so my D would fall asleep in the car comming home and getting her HW
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done was a bit of a battle but really she adjusted we found a system that worked best and she thrived. I have a few friends whos kids attend a 1/2 day program and they were exhaused and had tons of homework because the program was really a "full days" shoved into 3.5 hours so check that if thats what you decide. Also as another mentioned in most states Kinder is "optional" and not required. School may put up a fuss.
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Too long for whom? I'm saying this kindly, because it doesn't appear that your ds is complaining.
Originally Posted by AlmostAPpropriate Hi, DS entered K this year. We are on day 3 and it just seems like too much. They days are too long and the week is too long. |
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It appears school is 730-3-ish with a bus ride in there....that is a typical school day, plenty of time for making friends, and having lots of fun and coming home full of information and totally exhausted the first couple weeks.
Originally Posted by AlmostAPpropriate Its all day, He leaves home at 7:05 and returns at 3:25... M-F he loves school, he wants to go. its just too long. |
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That 7:05 am start sounds like a real killer. Have you managed to help him out in other ways - some quiet time when he gets home (even if he won't nap), a peaceful evening and early bed-time? Organizing mornings so that they aren't chaotic before he heads out the door? Full-day school is a long day for kindergarten age children, especially if they haven't had much pre-school or daycare experience.
I don't have an answer to the issue of customizing the public school schedule, other than to say it sounds like a nice idea. I hope your school allows it.
Originally Posted by AlmostAPpropriate Its all day, He leaves home at 7:05 and returns at 3:25... M-F he loves school, he wants to go. its just too long. |
I don't have an answer to the issue of customizing the public school schedule, other than to say it sounds like a nice idea. I hope your school allows it.
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That's why Im leaning more towards a Friday off so as to create as little disruption as possible
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I dont feel that it's too much in terms of my son's endurance. After being at school all day DS has no interest in doing much other having a snack, jumping on the trampoline for a bit, dinner, bath and bed. As it stands his waking hours are pretty evenly split between school and home. I dont like the ratio. Away from home he is being exposed to language, habits, etc that I dont want him to accept as normal. I believe that in order for his peer culture to not take precedence over our family's values time he spends with us should be greater than time he spends away.
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I did read Texas Education Code (TEC), §25.087 and there is some wiggle room. Im going to reevaluate after one month.
Originally Posted by 34me No idea about K in Texas but here in CO my son had a child in his 4th grade class that was home schooled part time and in school part time. I never could figure any rhyme or reason to it either. I know it frustrated the teacher because they have 15 kids per class (he was #16) and the little busses held 15 for fieldtrips so they often had to scramble to find a driver for 1 kid (usually would make it the child of the driver and 1 or 2 friends). But ultimately it's what works for you and your son. |
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Originally Posted by octobermom Why do you think its too much other than the lengeth. Deanna |
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Originally Posted by blessedwithboys in our district, kids are allowed to miss one hour per day for off-site religious instruction. there must be a signed note from a representative of the religious organization for the missed time to be excused. also, the principal must approve the arrangement. fortunately for us, the principal didnt know the handbook as well as i did LOL so I wrangled those five hrs into one whole day out of school, excused. and as for note...i wrote it myself and signed it. and yes, we really did engage in legitimate religious activity on the days missed. might something llike this work for you, to get your dc out of some time at school? |
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