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Brick and Mortar public schools by nature are flawed. They were flawed when my parents were in the public school system, they were flawed when I was in the public school system, and they're flawed now. If you have an average student they are fine, but if you're student is not in the middle of the pack, then they simply aren't equipped to deal with the kid. My daughter is an average student and therefore the public school system works. However, my 13 y.o. son, while very intelligent, does not do well in public school at all.
I have recently enrolled him in a "virtual" charter school. The curriculum is much more challenging, yet his GPA went from 1.6 to 3.7. He spends more time than is required doing his school work, he says he is enjoying school for the first time since 1st grade, and his actions confirm this. He receives a much more individualized curriculum, he is able to walk away for a bit if he is having a tough time or getting frustrated with a lesson, and he understands what is expected of him. His instructors are certified, the school is fully accredited, and it meets/exceeds the same requirements a traditional public school meets. Ohh...it's run by a corporation, they get less money for him than the public school, and provide a superior education.
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