He did have some trouble fitting in because he had no idea what was in style or how to behave around his peers. For instance, he wore cowboy boots on his first day and the kids made fun of him.

All in all, he is very glad that he made the transition, even though it was a bit hard at first. He made several great friends that he still keeps in touch with, and he began learning how to relate to the ‘big bad world.’ Although his parents would have liked to keep him at home, where they could control his thoughts and deeds, going into the real world helped him learn what to expect. If he had not gone to high school, he would have had an even bigger adjustment when it was time to go to college or work.

To this day (he is 30), he still can’t take the normal harmless teasing that people do because he didn’t experience that at home with his Mom. He takes everything seriously and gets very upset, usually firing back a terrible insult at the person. Most social nuances go over his head. He told me that he wishes he had gone to public school all 12 years.

Advice to you: Go for it! Just don’t do anything weird in the beginning to draw attention to yourself. Go with the flow until you are able to form your own definition of ‘normal.’

The teachers at public school now have to pass tests that prove they are experts in their field. You will get a much better education, and you will have a chance to do experiments in science class, go on field trips, etc. You will meet some jerks but also some wonderful kids and adults. You will form friendships that will last a lifetime and make many great memories! Enjoy!!

I’ve been regular schooled all my life, and am going into Homeschool.
Im currently in the 10th grade. Here’s what to expect.

1.Waking up early, must be on time, if you’re late the teachers will get mad :p
2.To suit up for p.e. and have to work out a lot(depends on the teacher)
3.Strict teachers, depending on the class and everything. Some teachers are really strict and mean, and don’t give you a break but others are more relaxed (usually younger ones).
4.You might seem a little nervous at first…especially since you’re not used to being there…it’s usually a classroom of about 30 students in the average room. It gets REALLY noisy in there, and you’re going to have to wait around and ignore the annoying kids.
Lemme tell ya, there are horrible kids there!
In the class rooom, there is usually 1 or 2 students (in each class) that is the troublemaker, who gets on everyones nerves and ruins everything for everyone,

Ever hear the phrase “As cruel as schoolchildren?” Im not trying to scare you, but believe me, kids are the meanest people ever. People will bump into you in the hallways, cut you off, step on you (its very crowded) and give you nasty looks and blame you. People do stare and make fun of eachother a lot, and occasionaly a fight will break out. Lots of times people have no respect for others, and be careful if you see somebody being miilked because they will move around and get you wet also (hapened to me yesterday :p)

Some people will try to start stuff with you just because.
Some people are really really sweet and nice.
The days are hot, long and boring.
The food sucks.

You cannot chew gum in class, wear hoods or hats, reaviling clothing, etc. (WAYY too strict, these people are.) Don’t use your cameras, cellphones or iPods or they will be taken away (at my school to get them back, you need to attend saturday school) and if you don’t give them your electronics, then they will suspend you..

Its doesnt sound good, I know but thats…well, its not good. -.-
DONT GO! :p

Yeah, it sounds negative, but that’s the way it is. I would continue homeschooling and take classes at a community college if you wanted exposure to “real life” social interaction.

Yes, believe 10th graders. They know all and have had a lot of life experience.