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RE: Unschooling: Why I Chose to Homeschool
I wouldn't say I'm in one camp or another. Not every kid needs the same path as others. Education shouldn't be a one size fits all since it is filled with unique individual learners! I just like to learn more about others' experiences in education!
That is a healthy way to look at the educational landscape. It ought to be crafted to the child.
I know my mom worked with my brother Hayden to include him in a local mechanic shop. He was a hands on learner and needed that time out of the books to balance his time in the books.
That's awesome she could figure out an experience like that for him and that there were people in the community who worked with her! Great that she recognized that need. Our district has recently recognized that need and started a Career and Technical Education program. I'm hoping it's the key to keeping some of my students who end up dropping out in school instead.
A Career and Technical Education program is a great idea! I know some of my male cousins enjoyed their time there versus sitting at a desk - it was a hands on approach.
It's just getting off and running, which means there's lots of bugs. They are also building it program by program up to 21 different programs. So it's going to take awhile! This year we will have 5 total. I have so many students who might stay in school if they get to do the hands on learning and leave high school with a leg up on technical training. It's exciting and I thinks it's amazing you all had hat same opportunity thanks to your hardworking parents.
That is exciting! There is such a need for technical training. Mechanics, plumbers, carpenters, and electricians are not going anywhere for a while yet. Looking forward to hearing your progress reports!