[metmom]

I have had educators literally look down their noses at me because I homeschooled and said, "Oooohhhh, you hooomeschoooled."

There is a mentality among some that teaching is something that only *professionals* can do properly because they are trained for it. It's an argument that has been used against homeschoolers.

And while I have met some very good teachers, I'm afraid that many do not have what it takes to be called professionals, either in qualifications or attitude.

I apologize if I seem to have come on too strong, but sometimes that just ruffles my feathers.

[shag377]

Believe me, I have had my feathers ruffled more than once.

What I have issue with is for those who berate and scream at those of us who choose to teach and enjoy it and the kids, who bring me to work each day.

I am 100% pro for what you feel is best for you and your child, and I do not snub my finger at anyone who chooses to homeschool, but the elitist snobbery does go both ways at times, as I have been guilty of it myself.

And by the way, a teaching degree does not prepare one to teach any more than reading a book teaches you how to ride a bicycle.:)

Thanks for being understanding when conservative, Christian, pro-parental choice people choose to teach, because it does happen.