home school question

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Melissa,

I totally agree with Jennifer. Karate has done wonders for my two

boys. They are husky kids, and were intimidated by other kids in

school who are regarded as the “popular” ones. With the help of

karate, and of course, Mom and Dad’s constant reassurance that they

are going to be healthier soon, they have blossomed and made friends.

They are not so intimidated any longer. Karate is not just a form of

exercise for us, it has helped instill the right values in our

children, from an outsider’s view. The instructers like to “put the

blame” on themselves for having to learn to be responsible children.

they work very close along side of the parents and only want what is

best. I would venture to say that in my experience, their karate

teachers have been more concerned with my kids than their

teachers/counselors at school. I hope that your situation improves.

Blessings,

Brandi

In Budget101_@yahoogroups.com, Jennifer Huff wrote:

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> Melissa,

> I do not home school, but I wanted to make a suggestion(for

whether

> you homeschool or not). My daughter who is in 3rd grade(also

gifted)

> started kindergarden with a strong self-esteem and after the girl

> bullies got done with her, her self-esteem was terrible! The kids

> were awful. Nine months ago, my daughter started Kempo Karate. Her

> Sensi is amazing! Not only does he advocate standing up for

> themselves (verbally first, self-defense only if necessary), but

by

> progressing from one belt to another and learning how to defend

> herself, she has now stood up to many bullies in the school

(verbally

> only) and her self-esteem has skyrocketed! She doesn’t come home

> crying everyday and she is even standing up for other kids in

school

> that are getting picked on. And not once has she ever laid a hand

(or

> foot) on anyone! Is there a Karate school near you? It is

wonderful

> disipline and even though it costs $99/month for 3 days a week, it

is

> well, well, well worth it to see my daughter happy and confident!

> Good luck and email me off line if you want to talk more.

> Jennifer

>

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