By Ruth Heil
Which One is Child
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family tradition and teacher-student rela- tionships are also reasons to choose alter- native schools. Understand your own rea- sons before you take the leap. As George N. King, Jr, headmaster of the Moravian Academy, notes, “We encourage families to examine the schools
carefully...to get a clear sense of its people and its programs. In doing so, they will be able to make a de- cision that will potentially be the best for them.”
SCHOOL TYPE
In addition to homeschooling, charter and private schools are the two common op- tions in our area. Charter schools are public schools that enjoy fl exibility from many state and local regulations in order to pro- vide students with innovative options. Pri- vate schools are tuition-based and are usu- ally tied to a religious faith, however some focus on college preparation, a particular educational philosophy, a special need or a specialty such as science or the arts. You can learn more about the differences by searching “school choice” at
ed.gov.
TUITION Cost can often be challenging, but schol- arships and fi nancial assistance can help. Also, most nonprofi t schools keep rates low through contributions from individuals who support the institution’s mission. Charter schools receive two-thirds of their funding
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