Navigating School Choices
A mother grapples with the decision of whether to keep her son in a private school or transition to public education, weighing the importance of socialization and structure. Ken offers reassurance, emphasizing that trying different approaches is part of a loving parenting journey. He highlights the legal obligations of public schools to cater to students' needs, urging the mother to advocate for her child's educational requirements.In this clip
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The Ramsey Show
The Ramsey Show (March 18, 2022)
Related Questions
I need some insight on helpful ways to be a better advocate for my 11-year-old son, who has trouble regulating his attention in school. We are a split family, and he lives with his mom, who isn’t present, leading to minimal interaction when they are home together. She wants to medicate him for ADHD, but I don’t. I would prefer to exhaust all options before considering medication. Do you have any resources or recommendations for finding a doctor who may support this approach? His regular doctor and school therapist are pushing for meds, and I'm trying to find someone who sees things differently.
Should I send my kid to a private school?
Feedback Friday: A parent asks about the problem their child is having in school