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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Someone mentioned it on page one but tutoring is the major qualifier that makes post-daycare life more expensive.

The average tutor is $25/hr x 3 times a week is $3,600/year. That's for basics like Algebra. Once you get into Chemistry, AP English, or fine instruction for competitions its $50/hr. [/quote]

But you don’t necessarily [u]have[/u] to have a tutor. Not every kid needs it.[/quote]

I took AP/college level courses in HS without a tutor. Went to a large in state school for the prepaid tuition where I graduated with honors and then ended up at a top tier law school (with scholarship) next to kids from Ivy colleges paying full price tuition.

This idea that kids “need” tutors is totally weird to me. If your child is struggling that much maybe they should take an easier course. I think there are parents here who just want to brag their kids have some tough classes on their schedule without actually considering their child’s aptitude.

Also, my kids are athletic, attractive, and naturally make lots of friends. I’d rather they be well rounded and social than spend multiple afternoons at some tutoring center.[/quote]

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