Thanks @Char Siu King, it's very unpredictable and just planning and not knowing what will happen if you can't get home because of walking/bus/etc. is not something you want to do with your kid. If they sense you are worried or anxious, they will pick up on it too. Unfortunately, my spouse thinks our kid should come for the next semester and then come back to the US after the semester is over. Makes no sense to me and our kid loves his teacher and students in class.
@bdw, are parents thinking about taking their students out of HK next year or anything? I don't know what parents in International Schools want to do if they have an option like dual passports or if they are not a HK permanent resident.
But he won't miss his parent? Because he doesn't love his parent?
Sounds like this is something you have to work out with your spouse, not Geo.
I find it really amazing that people find broken glass so "scary". As if a lack of freedom of speech or losing your job because you supported the wrong side weren't really scary.
Both are scary and real threats for obviously different reasons. Constantly walking on eggshells whether it's talking about the protests at work or in public, doing something that is perceived to make you 'the enemy', taking extreme care in what you post or like/dislike on social media for fear of upsetting one side or the other, etc.
This is not normal nor is it a place to raise a normal functioning family.
If I read your post correctly you are saying your son will study in HK for one semeste then the plan is to return to the same school he is attending now. Many parents don't even move until their kids go to college. Consistency in environment is important for a child's well being. This covers social aspects as well as a comfortable environment for learning. When kids are uprooted its a disruption to their routine and study habits. It all depends on your kid of your course but if you want the best for him consistency in familiar surroundings is important. If your husband wnats your kid to hang out in HK then do it in the summer not during the academic year. Only gypsies travel all over the place and place thier kids educaction as an afterthought IMO.
Lots of expat kids move schools and countries.
My eldest did Philippines > Hong Hong > Philippines > UK > Philippines. This year she graduated with a degree in Psychology and the fact she travelled and so is not mono-lingual is a great advantage.
My middle daughter had the same moves and this year obtained a place on a wonderful national STEM scheme which, apart from a special curriculum, dedicated teachers, dedicated classrooms, science lab, additional resources, also means her education is free for the next 10 years including all her books and even a monthly allowance when she is at uni.
I would argue living in different countries and being exposed to different languages and cultures is wonderful education for a child.
In my (irrelevant) opinion, the OP should stay home. I just think it's a great opportunity for the kids/family to learn about why people are chanting "scarily" and breaking glass. Neither hurts the bystander, but are really important.
True about walking on eggshells.
Congrats @hullexile!
It’s not a theme park exhibit. Unless you want them to experience tear gas don’t show them an active protest.Original Post Deleted
I’m trying to help as you don’t currently live here. But feel free to ignore, I really don’t care either way.Original Post Deleted