Friend, I know schools matter deeply. Especially when you are doing this alone. You want your children positioned for opportunity but ratings are not the entire story.
Research:
• Extracurricular programs
• Student to teacher ratio
• Counseling services
• Advanced placement options
• Career pathways
Call the front office, ask about parent involvement and observe how staff speaks to you.
Local Facebook groups, church communities and neighbors. Real feedback reveals more than statistics. You are not just choosing academics. You are choosing community influence.
This is a gentle reminder that you can make informed decisions that nurture your children’s growth throughout this process.
Sis, Stop Renting.