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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. We have worked out an improvement plan with the teachers. DH and I have discussed the home school option ( thanks for that suggestion). In the right now, we are going to lay off of being so tough and enjoy the holidays. This down time will allow us to assess our options with more level, clear heads. Again, thanks to all who have contributed to the thread. [/quote]

Sorry to hear that your child is drowning at BASIS but it sounds like you have some options to mull over the holidays.  My DC is also a 5th grader at BASIS and to say that this year is a major change in all ways from DC's previous school is an understatement!  DC is very distracted and disorganized, not exactly what you would think would be ideal for BASIS, but I look at it as an opportunity to change and grow.  Fortunately DC is happy so far at BASIS otherwise I would have to reassess my feelings, but since DC is up to the challenge then so am I.  One thing that helps me is to let go of the notion that DC has to make great grades.  I think of this year as a major transitional year toward independence.  It is not comfortable for either of us, but I think it is more important to learn organizational and life skills at this point and accept that grades may be lower than before in the short term with the goal that the grades will go up after DC fully acclimates to BASIS and to independence.  Better to make these adjustments now when your grades are not recorded on your college transcript.

IF your child is not happy at BASIS then overcoming the rigors of the school is probably not worth it and may be counterproductive.  Either way, enjoy the break from school and hopefully you will have better clarity soon.[/quote]

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