Yeah, this has been my experience as well. Mine last one is finishing his final year of HS home schooled and the resources available today far exceed what most so called public schools can provide.

I think finding a group of experience parents is the big key to getting over the hump. Here's the deal parents have to realize. No matter what you have heard NO ONE cares more about your child than you do. That alone should push you over the hump and try. Even if it isn't home schooling. Maybe its some sort of hybrid or private school. Public schools are absolutely terrible in most places.