Would YOU Move for A Better School District?

Elementary school is still a ways off for my younger bears, but IF they attend public school they will be set to attend in Georgia's best districts.

According to Niche, as well as data compiled by the State of Georgia, Buford City Schools is the number one district in the state. As Gwinnett countians, my babies can legally attend these schools.

Important note: HB 251 allows parents to send their children to any school in the district in which they reside--we hold residence in Gwinnett County, just outside Buford. We aren't "district jumpers," we just opted to live AND PAY TAXES where out kids would receive the best options.

Would you move to send your kids to a better school district? Have you done so before?

Gwinnett County has some of the highest property taxes in Georgia. While there are certainly enough amenities and attractions to make for an attractive roost, the fact remains that it is an expensive place to live. Especially when compared to other areas. 

But Gwinnett County is home to Buford City--the number one school district in the state of Georgia for many years now. 

When I wanted to possibly enroll the kids in public school, I knew it would need to be a better district. I was not going to have them pulling the weight of their entire class, nor did I want them in a school system where the kids only received the bare minimum. 

Nope.

Hubby and I bust our tails to ensure our children have every advantage. As Black and Brown babies, they will need it. 

So we invest in top programs, activities, and experiences for them to cultivate and expand their horizons. We wanted them to have more than basic reading, writing, and arithmetic, so we put together a curriculum that includes the core subjects as well as agriculture, music, travel, and even cooking. We want them prepared for everything. 

I know it sounds dramatic. But even preschools in New York are competitive! I know we reside in Georgia right now, but we have family and ties in NYC. There is no way we could allow the kids to simply squeak by academically here, because if we ever ended up having a semester or more in NYC, they would drown. 

And no, it isn't only about competition or beating every other kid at the preschool and elementary level. While we aren't sure if they will follow our footsteps and go to college OR if they will choose another path, we want them to have their choice of schools if they do. Filling out applications for college is a lot different when you have your pick, versus having to wait and pray you get in because you only have a few options. EVERYTHING is easier when you have a solid foundation. Even if they were applying for jobs, strong transcripts would be a huge plus. 

Not only that, the discipline it takes to achieve high academic marks naturally spills over into other areas of life. Our little scholars are also pretty good about taking care of their chores. 

So yes...it was worth it to move for a better district. For us, it meant a better life overall for our kids, because better districts create better opportunities. Their diplomas carry a bit of prestige, and that little extra might end up being the thing that carries them miles farther instead of just feet!