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
Schools
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
Celebrating The Palm Beach County School District’s “A” Rating
The School District of Palm Beach County has proudly earned an “A” rating for the 2023-2024 school year! This achievement highlights the district's commitment to excellence in education and solidifies its place among the top school districts statewide. About This… read more
Homeschooling: The Importance of Virtual Field Trips
One of the best things about homeschooling is our ability to travel. Since we can learn from anywhere, trips to the beach, local springs, the Santa Fe Zoo or trips with our spouses all lend themselves to learning on the… read more
Our Schools: What Does it Mean to be District Accredited?
According to The School District of Palm Beach County, the Palm Beach School District has recently renewed full accreditation with an Index of Education Quality (IEQ) score of 350, meeting Cognia’s accreditation standards. But what does this mean, exactly? Accreditation… read more