School Choice Series: Private to Public School with Misty Persefield:: [Ep 560]

In part two of my School Choice Series, I sit down with Misty Persefield, a mom of three, to talk candidly about navigating school choice from the early years through high school. Misty shares her family’s journey through private and public schools, the fears she faced, and the peace that came from trusting God rather than comparing herself to others. This conversation offers reassurance for moms carrying the weight of making the “right” educational choices and highlights the importance of keeping fear out of the decision-making process.

My hope with this series is to share a variety of school choice stories so you can hear different experiences and perspectives. As you listen, I encourage you to pray and seek God’s guidance, asking Him to bring to mind exactly what you need to know for your family’s journey. Trust Him to walk hand in hand with you, year by year, as you make decisions and navigate each step of your children’s education. Here is some of what we cover: 

• Challenges of private school, including finances and high expectations
• The importance of knowing yourself, your child, and your family culture
• Pivoting from private to public school for high school
• Starting kids early vs. late, especially for boys based on birthdays

• Preparing kids for college by “taking off the bubble wrap” while they’re still at home

Connect with Misty Persefield: 

• Instagram: Misty Persefield (@mistypersefield)
• Website: Marketing Agency | Misty Persefield Marketing and Media

Related Episodes:

• Shame, Perfectionism and Smiling Depression :: Misty Persefield and Stephanie Coker [Ep 154]
• School Choice Series: Homeschool to Private School with Kris Habashy :: [Ep 559]
• Confidence in Parenting Decisions :: Laura Wifler [Ep 497]

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