Cities in GA for raising a family (Atlanta, Columbus: to rent, find a job)

[ewalk8181]

Good Afternoon All,


I am considering moving to GA with my family at the of next year and wanted some input on which cities would be good for our son. I am from Bronx, NY, and have lived here all my life. Granted, I have stayed In Charlotte N.C, and Warner Robins, GA for like six months out of my life. I actually have family in Warner Robins. Just curious to hear peoples thoughts.


Thank you!


-E

[Brian_M]

Personally, since you're asking for opinions, *I* wouldn't bring kids into this state. Heck, I wouldn't suggest anyone move to this state, there are a Huge number of negatives and no where Near enough positives to counter-balance. Some people, myself included, simply don't have the choice...

But when you're thinking about kids, it's all in the education system and peer models. There are some acceptable schools in GA, but you're really hunt and seeking them without the foresight of known when one is going to move from good to mediocre. And the peer models for kids down here, not what I would call positive.

If you really have a choice, why aren't you doing the best you can for your kids and looking to one of the top 5 states for public school systems? Those are (5 to 1), Vermont, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Maryland and Massachusetts.. or at least that was the lineup a year or two ago. It's a handful of years that will make or break a good life for your kids.


Yes, I'm down on GA... to many years spent in other states to know that life and education can be (and is) better elsewhere. I'm here because my wife wanted to be near her folks as they got older. She feels obligated to care for them and is looking forward to getting away from GA just as soon as possible. Mind you, she was born here, raised here, sent to private schools here and left ASAP after that.

[sedimenjerry]

Most of the schools in rural areas are terrible but that doesn't mean there aren't any good schools. The best are in the metro areas especially Atlanta. If you want a more city life (definitely smaller than NYC but larger than Charlotte), Atlanta offers plenty. Otherwise I think Augusta and Savannah offer the most. Really depends on what you're looking for and job possibilities. It's not quite as easy as it used to be as far as move then find a job.

[Columbus1984]

Columbus is always ranked high for raising a family.

[cwkimbro]

Originally Posted by Brian_M

Personally, since you're asking for opinions, *I* wouldn't bring kids into this state. Heck, I wouldn't suggest anyone move to this state, there are a Huge number of negatives and no where Near enough positives to counter-balance. Some people, myself included, simply don't have the choice...

But when you're thinking about kids, it's all in the education system and peer models. There are some acceptable schools in GA, but you're really hunt and seeking them without the foresight of known when one is going to move from good to mediocre. And the peer models for kids down here, not what I would call positive.

If you really have a choice, why aren't you doing the best you can for your kids and looking to one of the top 5 states for public school systems? Those are (5 to 1), Vermont, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Maryland and Massachusetts.. or at least that was the lineup a year or two ago. It's a handful of years that will make or break a good life for your kids.


Yes, I'm down on GA... to many years spent in other states to know that life and education can be (and is) better elsewhere. I'm here because my wife wanted to be near her folks as they got older. She feels obligated to care for them and is looking forward to getting away from GA just as soon as possible. Mind you, she was born here, raised here, sent to private schools here and left ASAP after that.

Yea, but you're in warm springs?

You do know Georgia has nice areas and you're just out in boonies, right?

[Newsboy]

Originally Posted by cwkimbro

Yea, but you're in warm springs?

You do know Georgia has nice areas and you're just out in boonies, right?

You're beating dead horse.

This guy lives in one of the worst, most economically and educationally depressed / oppressed counties in all of Georgia (Meriwether) and pretty much paints the whole state with his broad negative spiteful brush.

It gets old. But you're not going to change his mind. Believe me, I've tired.

It's the equivalent of somebody living in Fresno and hating all of California, or Bridgeport and hating all of Connecticut.

[AnsleyPark]

OP, Georgia offers many very nice areas for families and non-family folk alike. Really depends on what sort of environment you're looking for. Big city, city but-not-so big, mountains, coast, etc.

[ewalk8181]

Originally Posted by AnsleyPark

OP, Georgia offers many very nice areas for families and non-family folk alike. Really depends on what sort of environment you're looking for. Big city, city but-not-so big, mountains, coast, etc.

Well I know for a fact that I do not want to live in a "large city". So I know Atlanta is out of the picture. I guess for me, and my lady as well, we're just tired of the "fast life". My son is four years old, and I do know that a place like NYC is not good to raise children. I just came back from Centerville, GA visiting my sister and brother, and really did not want to come back. It was just good to be in a peaceful environment. I'm taking my girl and son back to GA in October, and plan to rent a car to drive to Savannah just to get a feel for it.

[ewalk8181]

Originally Posted by Brian_M

Personally, since you're asking for opinions, *I* wouldn't bring kids into this state. Heck, I wouldn't suggest anyone move to this state, there are a Huge number of negatives and no where Near enough positives to counter-balance. Some people, myself included, simply don't have the choice...

But when you're thinking about kids, it's all in the education system and peer models. There are some acceptable schools in GA, but you're really hunt and seeking them without the foresight of known when one is going to move from good to mediocre. And the peer models for kids down here, not what I would call positive.

If you really have a choice, why aren't you doing the best you can for your kids and looking to one of the top 5 states for public school systems? Those are (5 to 1), Vermont, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Maryland and Massachusetts.. or at least that was the lineup a year or two ago. It's a handful of years that will make or break a good life for your kids.


Yes, I'm down on GA... to many years spent in other states to know that life and education can be (and is) better elsewhere. I'm here because my wife wanted to be near her folks as they got older. She feels obligated to care for them and is looking forward to getting away from GA just as soon as possible. Mind you, she was born here, raised here, sent to private schools here and left ASAP after that.

Thank you for your honest opinion. As far as the states you mentioned, nothing about them really interest us.

[convextech]

Originally Posted by Brian_M

Personally, since you're asking for opinions, *I* wouldn't bring kids into this state. Heck, I wouldn't suggest anyone move to this state, there are a Huge number of negatives and no where Near enough positives to counter-balance. Some people, myself included, simply don't have the choice...

Yes, I'm down on GA... to many years spent in other states to know that life and education can be (and is) better elsewhere. I'm here because my wife wanted to be near her folks as they got older. She feels obligated to care for them and is looking forward to getting away from GA just as soon as possible. Mind you, she was born here, raised here, sent to private schools here and left ASAP after that.

I'll second this. I live in Georgia and I hate it here. If it weren't for my husband's parents, we would be gone.

The racism and bigotry is ridiculous here, not to mention lack of decent education.

I live in Macon GA and work in Warner Robins, near to where you were visiting.