Switching to Catholic school- tips?

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Anonymous wrote:OP here - thanks again for the tips. Did not intend to once again debate the merits of Catholicism but it does always descend into that. My local public has a dress code so I am not worried about the adjustment to uniforms - i am looking forward to it. I look forward to discipline in the classroom (my kid’s current public school classrooms have kids flipping desks and throwing staplers at the teacher - with little to no recourse. I do think i am making the right choice and appreciate the tips.

You might not be but are your kids? They are the one's that have to deal with it so it's their opinion that matters.

What do you think the big objection would be? By and large kids and parents prefer the uniforms at the schools I've been to. No stressing about what to wear or fitting in or not. The kids have plenty of opportunities to choose their clothes after school and on weekends. But knowing what to wear every day and not having to think about it is great.

Alot of kids do prefer uniforms I will admit that, but some don't and they shouldn't be forced into them.

Then Catholic school is not for them since clothes and not education seem to be their primary concern. But that doesn't seem to be OP's issue.

You don't need uniforms to get a good education, and last I checked parents can force their children to go to a private school even if the school doesn't work for them which honesty is part of the problem.

The problem? What problem? If uniforms and Catholic values aren't for you, there are many other schools out there. If you can get as good an education with blue hair and rumpled pajamas at your local public school then you should be very happy. Why do you care if someone else makes a different choice and has different preferences?

If you can't see the problem with forcing unwilling children into things like this you are part of the problem.

You are the problem for thinking public schools are the best fit for all. Some kids need a more nurturing, and structured environment where discipline and consequences still matter. There are expectations and children rise to the challenge. People like you are the reason public schools are in such a dismal state and why people flee given the opportunity.

I never said or implied that public schools were a good fit for everyone, you can find private schools that don't require uniforms and you can have a structured environment without treating the students like prisoners.

If uniforms are your hill to die on, that's your choice. I'm glad families get to make other choices.

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Anonymous wrote:OP here - thanks again for the tips. Did not intend to once again debate the merits of Catholicism but it does always descend into that. My local public has a dress code so I am not worried about the adjustment to uniforms - i am looking forward to it. I look forward to discipline in the classroom (my kid’s current public school classrooms have kids flipping desks and throwing staplers at the teacher - with little to no recourse. I do think i am making the right choice and appreciate the tips.

You might not be but are your kids? They are the one's that have to deal with it so it's their opinion that matters.

What do you think the big objection would be? By and large kids and parents prefer the uniforms at the schools I've been to. No stressing about what to wear or fitting in or not. The kids have plenty of opportunities to choose their clothes after school and on weekends. But knowing what to wear every day and not having to think about it is great.

Alot of kids do prefer uniforms I will admit that, but some don't and they shouldn't be forced into them.

Then Catholic school is not for them since clothes and not education seem to be their primary concern. But that doesn't seem to be OP's issue.

You don't need uniforms to get a good education, and last I checked parents can force their children to go to a private school even if the school doesn't work for them which honesty is part of the problem.

The problem? What problem? If uniforms and Catholic values aren't for you, there are many other schools out there. If you can get as good an education with blue hair and rumpled pajamas at your local public school then you should be very happy. Why do you care if someone else makes a different choice and has different preferences?

If you can't see the problem with forcing unwilling children into things like this you are part of the problem.

Forcing? So what about forcing kids to attend a school with disruptive gang members and teachers who push gender ideology. That to me is more problematic.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Our school discussed abortion in 5th grade before warning and informing the parents. DC asked us why mothers kill their babies!! We felt blindsided and not prepared to respond (even though we are generally pro-life with exceptions).

Your kid must be very sheltered. 11 year olds, and people far under the age of consent, get pregnant (raped).

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Anonymous wrote:and this wouldnt happen at a public school because...??? beyond the "sinners" comment i am pretty sure kids at any school would say these things


My son is attending an Arlington diocese school and has had a horrible experience this past year.

1. My elementary-aged son recently informed me that "gay people are sinners" and he learned that at school this year. When I recently volunteered at the school, I overheard several boys mocking as in "last person(run) to the fence is gay"! My son confirmed this type of chatter and I've had to begin serious re-programming.
2. I am a single parent (knocked up, dad not in the picture)! Several classmates mock my son for not having a dad. Son's current, very conservative teacher has made snide comments about the lack of parenting in the home.

That said, the community is very nice and other teachers friendly and not judgey!



and this wouldnt happen at a public school because...??? beyond the "sinners comment" i am pretty sure kids at any school would say these things

We are all sinners FYI

I will write more later (after work when I have time to read this whole thread) but I felt compelled to respond to this NOW!

We are all sinners - and the bible is clear that homosexuality is a sin. Telling lies is a sin, lust is a sin ect. There is nothing there that needs "reprogramming". Why would you send a child to a school that teaches the truth of the bible. Frankly what is more concerning should be schools where children are being taught that gender does not exist and a man can become a woman ect.

Do you want your children to live in reality and live by an objective truth or in a made up false hood?

The Bible is objective truth? Wow!

[Anonymous]

The secular privates around here are far more leftist than the publics when it comes to uniforms, gender, addressing teachers, race & sex. Especially GDS & Sidwell.

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Ok double gross. I guess he had to send them somewhere… Wish he homeschooled them!

The girls at our local Catholic school were know to be the most promiscuous by the way…

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Anonymous wrote:Ok double gross. I guess he had to send them somewhere… Wish he homeschooled them!

The girls at our local Catholic school were know to be the most promiscuous by the way…

Sure they were. Back in good old 1964.

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Anonymous wrote:Our school discussed abortion in 5th grade before warning and informing the parents. DC asked us why mothers kill their babies!! We felt blindsided and not prepared to respond (even though we are generally pro-life with exceptions).

Well your kids are right to ask.

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Anonymous wrote:OP here - thanks again for the tips. Did not intend to once again debate the merits of Catholicism but it does always descend into that. My local public has a dress code so I am not worried about the adjustment to uniforms - i am looking forward to it. I look forward to discipline in the classroom (my kid’s current public school classrooms have kids flipping desks and throwing staplers at the teacher - with little to no recourse. I do think i am making the right choice and appreciate the tips.

You might not be but are your kids? They are the one's that have to deal with it so it's their opinion that matters.

What do you think the big objection would be? By and large kids and parents prefer the uniforms at the schools I've been to. No stressing about what to wear or fitting in or not. The kids have plenty of opportunities to choose their clothes after school and on weekends. But knowing what to wear every day and not having to think about it is great.

Alot of kids do prefer uniforms I will admit that, but some don't and they shouldn't be forced into them.

Then Catholic school is not for them since clothes and not education seem to be their primary concern. But that doesn't seem to be OP's issue.

You don't need uniforms to get a good education, and last I checked parents can force their children to go to a private school even if the school doesn't work for them which honesty is part of the problem.

The problem? What problem? If uniforms and Catholic values aren't for you, there are many other schools out there. If you can get as good an education with blue hair and rumpled pajamas at your local public school then you should be very happy. Why do you care if someone else makes a different choice and has different preferences?

If you can't see the problem with forcing unwilling children into things like this you are part of the problem.

You are the problem for thinking public schools are the best fit for all. Some kids need a more nurturing, and structured environment where discipline and consequences still matter. There are expectations and children rise to the challenge. People like you are the reason public schools are in such a dismal state and why people flee given the opportunity.

I never said or implied that public schools were a good fit for everyone, you can find private schools that don't require uniforms and you can have a structured environment without treating the students like prisoners.

If uniforms are your hill to die on, that's your choice. I'm glad families get to make other choices.

DP: Clearly the anti-uniform PP is a student.

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Anonymous wrote:OP here - thanks again for the tips. Did not intend to once again debate the merits of Catholicism but it does always descend into that. My local public has a dress code so I am not worried about the adjustment to uniforms - i am looking forward to it. I look forward to discipline in the classroom (my kid’s current public school classrooms have kids flipping desks and throwing staplers at the teacher - with little to no recourse. I do think i am making the right choice and appreciate the tips.

You might not be but are your kids? They are the one's that have to deal with it so it's their opinion that matters.

What do you think the big objection would be? By and large kids and parents prefer the uniforms at the schools I've been to. No stressing about what to wear or fitting in or not. The kids have plenty of opportunities to choose their clothes after school and on weekends. But knowing what to wear every day and not having to think about it is great.

Alot of kids do prefer uniforms I will admit that, but some don't and they shouldn't be forced into them.

Then Catholic school is not for them since clothes and not education seem to be their primary concern. But that doesn't seem to be OP's issue.

You don't need uniforms to get a good education, and last I checked parents can force their children to go to a private school even if the school doesn't work for them which honesty is part of the problem.

The problem? What problem? If uniforms and Catholic values aren't for you, there are many other schools out there. If you can get as good an education with blue hair and rumpled pajamas at your local public school then you should be very happy. Why do you care if someone else makes a different choice and has different preferences?

If you can't see the problem with forcing unwilling children into things like this you are part of the problem.

As a parent, I force my child to:
Eat vegetables
Do their homework
Go to bed at a reasonable hour
Not watch R rated movies
Write thank-you notes

The list goes on. It’s a uniform, which may be the least important part of going to school.

Kids are always going to be unwilling to do things. It’s my job as a parent to determine what is in their best interest and have them do it. In our case, that includes wearing a Catholic school uniform.

I’m very happy with the education they are receiving. That’s what’s important. The uniform? Not a big deal at all.

[Anonymous]

Catholic school parent here. We’re leaving this year. Not worth the money for unqualified teachers and no discipline. Students with parents who are donors get away with bullying and bad behavior. School and Archdiocese do nothing about it.

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Anonymous wrote:Catholic school parent here. We’re leaving this year. Not worth the money for unqualified teachers and no discipline. Students with parents who are donors get away with bullying and bad behavior. School and Archdiocese do nothing about it.

You just didn't fit in. That's ok...nice to have choices.

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Anonymous wrote:Catholic school parent here. We’re leaving this year. Not worth the money for unqualified teachers and no discipline. Students with parents who are donors get away with bullying and bad behavior. School and Archdiocese do nothing about it.

You just didn't fit in. That's ok...nice to have choices.

Oh, we fit in. Three years as PTA president and 6 years as homeroom mom. DH volunteers as Athletic Director and coach. Since COVID, great teachers left and have been replaced with ones that aren’t certified. Some “teachers” are still in college and were offered jobs before receiving degree. The quality of education in our Catholic school has dropped significantly in the last 3 years. Parents spending money on tutors to make up for gaps. Many new students came to Catholic schools during pandemic. We see major discipline problems, but if you’re a financial donor, your DC gets a pass. We’re out.

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Anonymous wrote:Catholic school parent here. We’re leaving this year. Not worth the money for unqualified teachers and no discipline. Students with parents who are donors get away with bullying and bad behavior. School and Archdiocese do nothing about it.

You just didn't fit in. That's ok...nice to have choices.

Oh, we fit in. Three years as PTA president and 6 years as homeroom mom. DH volunteers as Athletic Director and coach. Since COVID, great teachers left and have been replaced with ones that aren’t certified. Some “teachers” are still in college and were offered jobs before receiving degree. The quality of education in our Catholic school has dropped significantly in the last 3 years. Parents spending money on tutors to make up for gaps. Many new students came to Catholic schools during pandemic. We see major discipline problems, but if you’re a financial donor, your DC gets a pass. We’re out.

Well that sounds terrible. But are you going to a public school expecting discipline to be just and swift? Or an even pricier private school that won't cater to the big check writers as if such a place exists? The grass is always greener...

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Catholic school parent here. We’re leaving this year. Not worth the money for unqualified teachers and no discipline. Students with parents who are donors get away with bullying and bad behavior. School and Archdiocese do nothing about it.

You just didn't fit in. That's ok...nice to have choices.

Oh, we fit in. Three years as PTA president and 6 years as homeroom mom. DH volunteers as Athletic Director and coach. Since COVID, great teachers left and have been replaced with ones that aren’t certified. Some “teachers” are still in college and were offered jobs before receiving degree. The quality of education in our Catholic school has dropped significantly in the last 3 years. Parents spending money on tutors to make up for gaps. Many new students came to Catholic schools during pandemic. We see major discipline problems, but if you’re a financial donor, your DC gets a pass. We’re out.

You are better off finding another Catholic vs. going to public. Just an opinion based on knowing many who are still fleeing the chaos of public schools.