Philosophical Question - Please provide your thoughts/comments! All are welcome.

SQBrit
Fri, 17 Apr 2015 11:53:40 +0000

@bboop42 - At the previous poster’s suggestion, I posted this question on the parent’s forum board. The responses mostly mirrored yours, though there were a few comments along the lines of, “why would you let him apply to a school that you had reservations about”. I thought that was pretty silly - every kid applies to a school that seems right at the time and how many parents stand in front of the computer blocking them? The real issue raises itself when it is directly compared to another school.

My son is a complex mix of insecurity/bravado - he’s a middle child. Each school appeals to one side. As parents we are coming from our own viewpoint coming from our experiences and understanding of our child. As you said, they are both great choices, and as a good friend said, “it’s all good”. I very much appreciate your input!

@Brownparent - I take your points well - Father is not attending the school. “Controlling people?” that’s a bit extreme. No one would ever describe me and husband as “controlling”. No Tiger Mom here!