On the flip side, haven't you said that the time may be ripe for B to switch jobs within 3 years or so? So I think you've gotta trust your kids to be flexible, and I also don't see "could stay at this school through high school" as a big perk per se.
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Originally posted by spotty_dog View PostOn the flip side, haven't you said that the time may be ripe for B to switch jobs within 3 years or so? So I think you've gotta trust your kids to be flexible, and I also don't see "could stay at this school through high school" as a big perk per se.
I appreciate all of the comments gang - time to print off the applications, start the process and bend some more ears locally.
Thanks!Last edited by SuzySunshine; 03-21-2013, 12:38 PM.Wife to NSG out of training, mom to 2, 10 & 8, and a beagle with wings.
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My dd4 will switch schools like that too-- new school for preK at age 3, then another preK age 4, then a new kindergarten, and a new school for 1st grade. Super easy at that age and very typical. I say don't worry about years down the line and do what's best now. If this other school works best for you, great!!Peggy
Aloha from paradise! And the other side of training!
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I have spent so much time researching schools in various cities. (Seriously, I have probably looked at over 25 schools in 9 different cities in the past five years). This is THE most important piece for me in considering any job for DH. I don't even go with the real estate agent until I have assessed what type of neighborhood would work for the school. You really can't dig enough. One thing I learned by f***ing it up in the past is to look beyond the immediate future. The first school I found here in Cinci was great in the lower elementary. I didn't even look at the upper grades. They were NOT a fit for our family and therefore necessitated...another move. If you go to look at this school, take the time and look at the entire trajectory. Sure, you can't know all your kids' needs right now, but there won't be as many surprises.
Honestly, at A & R's ages, I wouldn't be concerned with moving them at all. Kids are resilient AND change develops critical life skills of flexibility and adaptability. On a practical level, friendships are still very fluid at their ages.
At the same time, you should always be willing to reasses your school choice and even be willing to put different children in different schools. Good luck in your search!!
Anyhoo, good luck. The school choice is such a difficult decision.In my dreams I run with the Kenyans.
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