Moving from CA to GA

[stealth2]

Actually, on a national level, GA public schools routinely rank below CA schools - on all criteria.

 

[brotymo]

Georgia

Hi,
I can't comment on the legality of the situation you have (since I don't know and it looks like you have some good facts), but I CAN comment on Georgia's schools. There is a VAST difference in school districts here. I have three kids in school in Georgia, and I grew up in Georgia. The schools in my county towards the middle of the state were AWFUL when I was growing up. SO bad, in fact, that my parents sent me to private school. The schools in the counties that have larger cities on the coast are terrible. The schools in certain cities in Atlanta area are excellent (north Cobb county, north Fulton county), but in other parts of Atlanta are TERRIBLE. (I am sure there are pockets there with decent schools, too.
The schools in my county in Northwest GA where my kids are now are excellent. They were also very good in the Augusta area if you were NOT in Richmond county...anyway, I have traveled a bit b/c of employment relocation to different GA counties, and I have several family members who are educators here in Georgia, so I can say that Georgia can be a GREAT place to get an education, or it can be a terrible place, rife with gangs, crime and complacency depending on your school district. Just moving across the county line can be ALL the difference in the world. If I were to move across my county line, I would be able to buy land for HALF of what it is here, but the compromise is the schools, so I stay where I am. Just my bit of experience. I'd say, do your homework before settling on a school district.
Good luck.

 

[stealth2]

Hi,
I can't comment on the legality of the situation you have (since I don't know and it looks like you have some good facts), but I CAN comment on Georgia's schools. There is a VAST difference in school districts here. I have three kids in school in Georgia, and I grew up in Georgia. The schools in my county towards the middle of the state were AWFUL when I was growing up. SO bad, in fact, that my parents sent me to private school. The schools in the counties that have larger cities on the coast are terrible. The schools in certain cities in Atlanta area are excellent (north Cobb county, north Fulton county), but in other parts of Atlanta are TERRIBLE. (I am sure there are pockets there with decent schools, too.
The schools in my county in Northwest GA where my kids are now are excellent. They were also very good in the Augusta area if you were NOT in Richmond county...anyway, I have traveled a bit b/c of employment relocation to different GA counties, and I have several family members who are educators here in Georgia, so I can say that Georgia can be a GREAT place to get an education, or it can be a terrible place, rife with gangs, crime and complacency depending on your school district. Just moving across the county line can be ALL the difference in the world. If I were to move across my county line, I would be able to buy land for HALF of what it is here, but the compromise is the schools, so I stay where I am. Just my bit of experience. I'd say, do your homework before settling on a school district.
Good luck.

And that's the case with pretty much every state. Including CA.

 

[MandyD]

I'm still waiting to see where the OP got her figures that the majority of CA students are homeschooled. Also, after making that ridiculous claim, she went on to complain about the lack of parental guidance. I think she's just making this up as she goes along.

I was also rather struck by her use of "not the typical woman" in her reply. Just what the hell is that suppose to mean?

 

[rmet4nzkx]

Please cite the source of your statistics regarding homeschooling which is an often used vehicle to interfere with custody and visitation.

While you may indeed find some rankngs that show Georgia above that of California you must remember that these rankings will vary considerably between counties in each state, so please post the county in each state and the school district so a more accurate comparison can be made. Remember California has a large number of non native English speakers and children from other cultures that will affect the results of standardized testing and other factors outside of education and yet may contribute to more well rounded and competent children overall.

Some comparisons between states can be found here http://www.morganquitno.com/edpress03.htm however more detailed rankings must be between communities and I see no reason for a court to take your and your intended's best interest over the best interest of your children. This move takes two children away from their father's. Obviously you have some other intent.

If you look at the final result of California population, with 4 times the population of Georgia and 12% of the nation's population and Georgia education re those who have completed a college education, California at 32% is far above the national average of 25% thus superior whereas Georgia at 21% is far below which says something about their school system in general and over time.
State Statistics:
About This State (GA) (GA) State Statistics Nationwide Statistics
Population 8,185,503 people 285,230,516 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 21% 25%

About This State (CA) (CA) State Statistics Nationwide Statistics
Population 33,864,430 people 285,230,516 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 32% 25%

 

[casa]

What is the name of your state? CA
Have 85% custody of 6 yr old. Divorced for 3 years. Child attends brand new school now. Father at times does not have child during his time (every weekend). Plans with new girlfriend or father has music gig deter him from seeing his child. Father has no discipline action sufficient enough for child, they yell at eachother consistantly. Father at times calls to have child picked up early or drops off child early as a form of discipline. I am remarrying next year to man in military, soon to retire, moving to his home (bought and paid for) in GA. Child to go to fathers during summer, have another child here as well as fiance does. Holidays alternate. Father will be allowed all the calls he wants with child, will make sure father is updated on everything with child. Any idea of the chances of the courts modifying this to happen?

The only thing 'off kilter' is your view of CA. You obviously don't know very much about the CA Education System. Remember schools aren't daycares and teachers aren't babysitters~ You have to actually parent your child if you want them to suceed.

Yes, I have a student in CA public school system...who, BTW, is off the charts. Why? I meet her teachers, I involve myself in her school, I make sure her homework is done.

And the statement that most CA students are home-schooled is absurd. Our schools, actually, are mostly overflowing!

 

[casa]

If you do a search here, IAAL has covered this extensively....she will likely be granted to move unless Dad can prove she is doing it purposefully to interfere with the parent/child relationship.

I hate to keep picking this bone with IAAL...and actually it's not 'with' IAAL but, CA move-aways are not as easy as you'd be led to believe. Even with the statutes cited above.

Moves within the state are easier, military moves, necessary moves etc...But telling a CA Family Law judge you want to move 1/2 across or completely across the country with your kids- is not a slam dunk. I see it fought out over and over and over again. In my own case within the last 2 years- I fought a very expensive battle to move only 40 miles away. If the other parent fights a move...it's going to be a battle.

 

[stealth2]

Yes, I have a student in CA public school system...who, BTW, is off the charts. Why? I meet her teachers, I involve myself in her school, I make sure her homework is done.

What sort of alien parent are you?!?!?!

LOL Sorry, but it always makes me laugh when parents go on and on about how terrible the schools are, yet aren't involved. And before OP comes back and tells us how it's *haaaaaaard* to do that as a single parent - preachin' to the choir, hon.

 

[rmet4nzkx]

What sort of alien parent are you?!?!?!

LOL Sorry, but it always makes me laugh when parents go on and on about how terrible the schools are, yet aren't involved. And before OP comes back and tells us how it's *haaaaaaard* to do that as a single parent - preachin' to the choir, hon.

I had to hold myself back from asking if the paid for home in GA had wheels

 

[stealth2]

What makes absolutely no sense to me is for OP to move to GA with her kids (and we've not yet heard if there's objection from the other father) when the b/f's kid is in CA.

 

[haiku]

What makes absolutely no sense to me is for OP to move to GA with her kids (and we've not yet heard if there's objection from the other father) when the b/f's kid is in CA.

oh I pointed it out and this what she seemed to say about it, I think, because I don't get the "stranger" part...

QUOTE: calitogeorgia "I never in anyway or text said my significant other is a stranger to my kids. If my writing was read more clearly it would be seen that I have known him and he is active in my childrens lives. The other issue is that it keeps being mentioned about his kids. He has 1 child and he never GAVE up his child. So I don't think that statement was appropiate. Him and his ex have a great relationship, not only to mention his daughter is a bit older and has an outstanding relationship with her father. That choice and decission is done between the two of them years ago. His ex is also married to military after she retired herself. They are only in this state for a few years. Their situation works out fine for them."

alrighty then-HE is wonderful her ex is NOT....yeah......

 

[haiku]

I had to hold myself back from asking if the paid for home in GA had wheels

I SO wanted to go there...but I was subtle....LOL

 

[stealth2]

oh I pointed it out and this what she seemed to say about it, I think, because I don't get the "stranger" part...

QUOTE: calitogeorgia "I never in anyway or text said my significant other is a stranger to my kids. If my writing was read more clearly it would be seen that I have known him and he is active in my childrens lives. The other issue is that it keeps being mentioned about his kids. He has 1 child and he never GAVE up his child. So I don't think that statement was appropiate. Him and his ex have a great relationship, not only to mention his daughter is a bit older and has an outstanding relationship with her father. That choice and decission is done between the two of them years ago. His ex is also married to military after she retired herself. They are only in this state for a few years. Their situation works out fine for them."

alrighty then-HE is wonderful her ex is NOT....yeah......

WANNACRY mentioned moving to live with a virtual stranger - I suspect that's where it came from. He may have been OP's best friend for years, but he is still a legal stranger to the kids.

 

[rmet4nzkx]

I SO wanted to go there...but I was subtle....LOL

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