As we entered the kindergarten room on a tour of our local public school, the entire class was wearing headphones and engrossed in their tablets.
Related storiesI knew that moving him into our local public school setting would be at odds with who he is naturally and would be like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.
Unfortunately, the local public school system prioritizes teaching to the standardized state test, continuously makes cutbacks to the arts and music programs, and has burgeoning class sizes with too few teachers.
AdvertisementInvesting in his education during these crucial formative years makes more sense for our family than paying college tuition, which he may or may not even attend.
While we will not pay for his college education, we have set up a custodial account for him, which he will have complete control of upon turning 18.
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