Decisions

So since the last post, new facts (opinions??) have come to light on Jack's teacher situation. I spoke with someone whose child had her last year, and my friend, being the positive person she is, tried to put a positive spin on the woman, but in the end made me feel that this is maybe not the best place for him. I just feel so lost. I prayed the he would get a kind, nurturing, encouraging teacher, and from what it sounds like, this person may not quite fit that description.


Enter kindergarten option #2. Last spring Ryan found out that, for the FIRST TIME (is this God's timing?), the school district where he teaches was offering free enrollment for the children of employees who live outside of the district (which, by the way, is one of the best in the state!). We didn't jump on it last year because we just figured, after talking to friends whose children attend the school Jack now attends, that it wouldn't be too bad. Perhaps that was the wrong move. We are now looking into transferring him to a school in Ryan's district that is convenient enough that I'll be able to drive Jack there 3 days/week. It's not ideal, but it may be better than our other option. I've talked to a former co-worker who teaches there and a friend whose children go there, and both have said they think the kindergarten teachers are great.


This decision just seems like a very grown-up, parenty (no, not a real word) one to make. Taking your child out of a school after one day because you get a bad vibe and hear a few stories? Is that overreacting? But then again, how much should a 5-year-old have to experience. I kind of think kindergarten should be fun and a good foundation into the joy of learning. I don't want to hear that my child didn't like school in kindergarten, which is what happened to my friend whose son had the same teacher. I think at this point we are pretty sure we are transferring him but are still praying for wisdom. If you wouldn't mind, could you pray for us and this decision? Thanks!