Doubling Down With The Derricos star Karen Derrico likes to update fans about her daily life and adventures. Recently, the 44-year-old gave a glimpse of her kids’ first day of school, a significant milestone after years of homeschooling. In the update, Karen and Deon’s 13 children looked happy and thriving as they all gathered around outside their school buildings and walked in a queue.
Last week, Karen also provided an update about her daughter, Daiten, who has a growing passion for ice skating. The reality star noted down a list of fun facts about her 10-year-old, adding that she was conceived after a series of miscarriages. Recently, Karen took to social media again to offer fans a glimpse of her kids’ “hybrid” school life. So, what is the situation at the Derrico household? Let’s find out.
Doubling Down With The Derricos: Karen Shares A Sweet Video Of Kids Embracing Hybrid School Life!
Karen and Deon Derrico announced their divorce back in June 2024. Amid the tensions, Doubling Down With The Derricos fans grew worried about how their children were holding up. During an Instagram update, Deon made it clear that Karen and him were not sharing the same roof. This led many fans to wonder which parent was taking care of the minor kids.
With Deon currently dealing with the loss of his nephew, Amani Barkley and his mother’s ongoing cancer battle, it seems his former partner is taking responsibility for the kids. So, Karen frequently gives updates on social media about her kids, and it appears they are having the time of their lives. She announced that her kids were attending their first day of school on August 16.
Karen recently took to Instagram to give further details about their school life. She revealed that they have a hybrid schedule, partially at the school building and partially at home. Then, on Saturday, August 24, the reality star shared a compilation video showing the kids intently studying with their notebooks and laptops at home. “Week 2 of school is done!” she wrote in the caption of the post.
“Hybrid education for those that don’t know, means your child spend time on the school campus, however all their school work is done at home,” Karen further added. She also noted that she’s learning to adjust to her kids’ changes in life. She highlighted that it would take nearly 6 weeks to establish a “good rhythm.” Concluding her message, Karen wrote, “Anyway, back to preparing for week 3.”
Doubling Down With The Derricos: Karen Derrico Answers A Fan Inquiry About Her Kids’ School
Fans showered Karen’s post with their love and support. One comment read, “Sis. Karen, I am proud of you and the way you have handled your children’s education.” Another Doubling Down With The Derricos fan wrote, “You’re an inspiration … Blessings & much love to you All.” Meanwhile, a fan inquired why the Derricos don’t send their children to a traditional or charter public school.
In response, Karen stated, “Well,actually they do attend public a school. It’s a very small teacher to student ratio.” So, she further added that Karen and Deon do not want their kids in a “traditional 5 day a week program.” Keep coming back to TV Season & Spoilers for the latest Doubling Down With The Derricos updates.