Oiks. Here we go again...

[GoddessOfGuinness]

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=102&topic_id=3213549&mesg_id=3213549
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[Maat]

1. Wow!

I'm out here in California, and I'm not worried a bit. Why? I went through law school. This is not case precedent, and will likely be depublished (rendered applicable only to this one family). In other words, this a Dependency Court case. I was a social worker for years, and spent most of my time in this type of court. It is the court kids go to after they have been taken into protective custody.

The California case only applies to this one family, most likely, as these kids are technically in the legal custody of the Department (Social Services). The attorneys are arguing only about what happens to these particular kids, and the justices did not rule upon a broad legal issue, so as to impact the whole state.

Secondly, the parents in this case allegedly lied about complying with school requirements, rendering the whole thing meaningless (most probably) - as to other people.

Thirdly, I go through a public charter school, having agreed to abide by California standards (I use Cal-approved curriculum, meet monthly with a credentialed teacher, and my kid completes the annual test); so, it really doesn't apply to me. This family was going through a private school, and allegedly was not complying with their requirements.

Fourthly, the Governator is on our side, as well as key members of the Cal legislature; so, it will be fixed legislatively 'right quick' due to public pressure.

Sorry for the rant; it just makes me so mad! But that's not the point. You are correct ... the bias against homeschoolers is astounding!

I missed the thread initially; I'm glad I saw your post. Oh, well, I'm here to support you; thank goodness you are here to support me, GoG.

Homeschooling has been a lifesaver for our family. My kid just does not do well in a conventional classroom; she tends to get left behind, even though she's very intelligent and talented. All of us were so tense when she was in the conventional classroom (she happened to be in a so-called private prep school). The little private school, in which she blossomed, closed, and we tried this conventional classroom situation. It was a disaster. Luckily, we found out about homeschooling, or independent study, via a charter school (in our case, a public one). My stress level went from 110 (out of a possible '10') down to a 2 the day we started. She's now doing EXTREMELY well (but I can modify the teaching technique, and get creative about assignments).

Take care!