A common question among those considering homeschooling is “what to do I do when my children enters high school?” Parents may worry about academic demands, transcripts and college admission. Colleges and universities nationwide not only accept homeschooled students, but many… read more
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Sending Your Homeschooled Child to College
One of the most common questions potential homeschooling families ask is if their children will still be able to attend college of they choose to homeschool. Definitely! In fact, many colleges and universities actively recruit homeschool students. They know a… read more
A Summer Homeschool Adventure: Taking School on the Road
Summer plans for homeschooling families vary widely. Some take the summer off, some keep teaching through the summer months and some choose a mix. Homeschooling families have a unique opportunity to turn the world into a classroom and have a… read more
Teacher Appreciation: AKA Celebrating Mom
This is a special time of year — Mother’s Day, springtime flowers and spring festivals abound. Schools of all types, including homeschools, start thinking about wrapping things up for the year and begin planning for the next. What better time… read more
Homeschooling on a Budget
Homeschooling rates have been on the rise for years. As the cost of everything rises more families have found themselves tight on money. This isn’t a new issue for homeschoolers. Often, homeschooling families are single income families. We also tend… read more
Avoiding Homeschool Burnout
We don’t get to call in sick or take a personal day. We have crazy schedules involving multiple kids, multiple ages to teach, co-ops, sports, scouts, lessons, volunteering, church, managing the home and let’s not forget school. Many homeschooling parents… read more
Homeschooling and Keeping a Gradebook
The freedom we enjoy as homeschoolers is great, but it comes with a host of decisions to make. One of the most common is the decision to keep a gradebook or not. The answer to that question is not a… read more
Preparing for Your Homeschool Evaluation
A common question of homeschooling families is how to know if children are progressing at the “right” pace. One of the joys of homeschooling, however, is creating a pace and using content that is right for each of your children.… read more
Holiday Homeschooling
As the holidays approach, most families look forward to a break. Our focus shifts to faith, family traditions and countless holiday events. However, holidays can also be hectic, with many more demands on our time. To help you continue to… read more
How to Incorporate Fall Activities into Your Homeschool Curriculum
The start of a new school year brings a mix of excitement and maybe a few nerves. Even for veteran homeschoolers, the first few weeks of a new year take some settling in as we say goodbye to summer leisure… read more