[laxcoach]

I don’t recall saying that I value having my child in a government school. That is a leap from what I said.

I DO value the socialization involved in High school, including classroom, athletics and band. I also value the concept of the social experience in college - and I don’t mean being a drunk.

That doesn’t suggest in any way that I disagree or disapprove of what your children did. Everyone does what is best for their children.

[wintertime]

Exactly, If you value the socialization that high school provides you would keep your child in school.

Others would prefer to move on. If they can prove they are literate and numerate then award them an official high school diploma so they can pursue post high school training, and/or college, apprenticeships, or safe forms of work that are appropriate for a youth.