I'm really sad. Being broke sucks.

Purrrfect433

I just had to email Ben's preschool to let them know we can't afford to enroll him for the start of the school year. I was holding out hope that we'd have a reversal of (mis)fortune and be able to afford it. Hopefully, I'll find a great job, soon, and we can afford it again. Sigh...I hate being broke:(

skippy2310

Aw! That breaks my heart! I know that things will turn around for you guys soon! Is there any sort of tuition assistance at his school? I know that Owen's preschool has "scholarships" available for those that qualify.

Big hugs to you and the kiddos!

 

EMT

Ditto what Jamie said!  That really does stink.  I hope your $$ luck turns around soon!!

luluroo

Yuck.  Sorry Purf, that completely sucks.  Have you looked at your local school district...they might offer a prek and many times they have options for low to no pay.  I know you loved your co-op though.....soo sucks!  Are you guys still moving next month?

Purrrfect433

They do offer financial assistance. The problem is Dan. He doesn't feel comfortable committing to preschool until we're more settled financially. I get that, and I agree. But, the sucky part of being broke is not being able to afford the fun things. Thankfully, missing a few months at his school won't put him behind. It's a play-based program and we're active, socially, with his classmates. I just feel sad for Ben because I'd been talking about going back to school soon and he's excited.

His teacher emailed me back and said that the only fee that can't be waived is the app. fee. Not sure if that means we could be eligible for a temporary, full scholarship or what? I'm not sure how to even clarify that, with what's left of my pride in tact;) I guess it doesn't matter at this point; everyone in his class knows all about our trials and tribulations.

As for the school-district, we're not sure where we'll move yet, so that will have to wait. Also, we live in a huge city with a pretty big percentage of people below the poverty line. Things like subsidized preschool, childcare and low or no-cost preschools have HUGE waiting lists. He'll be in kinder before we'd ever get to the top. I was hoping he could start kinder next fall, but if he hasn't had very much preschool this year, we might start him the following year. I want to chat with you soon about your feelings on that, Sarah(and Rinny, if she's reading!).

dar12

this too shall pass... Also, many religous or more well known preschools/camps offer special programs for those going through tough times. Either they delay payment/spread out payments on a plan or they offer a reduced amount. good luck and do check out these options if you can

thatgirlang

I am so sorry. Best of luck to you.

GrowingFamily

Purrrfect433:

They do offer financial assistance.

His teacher emailed me back and said that the only fee that can't be waived is the app. fee. Not sure if that means we could be eligible for a temporary, full scholarship or what? I'm not sure how to even clarify that, with what's left of my pride in tact;) I guess it doesn't matter at this point; everyone in his class knows all about our trials and tribulations.

I have long lost my pride when it comes to financial "help" (especially when it comes to my kids!).   My DH works a full-time 50-hr a week job & a PT weekend job, but there are still lots of things we cannot afford.  If they are offering you assistance, email her back & ask for specifics!  This way, you won't have to let your little one down, at least. GL!