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homeschooling debate
Posted: Apr 20, 2010
Looking for the good, the bad and the ugly. I have 2 elemetary aged children and am currently working PT but making next to nothing. Over the past year we have adjusted our standard of living radically based on my dropping pay/health as an MT and my DH's job furloughs and cutbacksl. I get medical insurance from his company, so I don't really need any benefits. If I lose my job, I could potentially home school the kids. Not sure if they would benefit greatly from this or not.
Thoughts?
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Big HS supporter! Not a debate at all... - reenie
[ In Reply To ..]hi! First off, the question of whether you want to HS or not is not a debate. Its a personal choice and one that should not be criticized or challenged by anyone. It is not a direct negative reflection or criticism on public schools either.
I would love to HS and started taking out books at the library to do some research (my little one is only 2 right now but I want to be as informed as possible so I can make the best decision for our family when time comes). There are TONS of resources at the library. Also, check out your state resources online, state chapters of HS support groups etc...this is imperative to networking too and incorporating group activities for your homeschool.
From what I learned, the possibilities are ENDLESS and open to anything you find that will work for you and your family. Your child(ren) will receive the BEST education in the long run as I truly believe no other schooling environment will know your child(ren) better then you and will have the tools to instill a love of learning.
Good luck in whatever you decide, but remember to do as much networking, reading, NOW! Empower yourself with knowledge.
Home schooling can produce excellent or poor students - yochana
[ In Reply To ..]It's according to how much time you spend on it. I have seen HS produce dummies because the parent was not responsible enough to be consistent with schooling. On the other hand, I was HS from 9-12 grades with a dramatic increase from C to A+ student simply because I learned a little slower than other students and was always left behind. After being able to study at my own pace I produced better grades. My cousin has 4 children in HS. Her now 20yo son earned a FULL scholarship to the local university due to exceptionally high SAT scores. But it takes a LOT of your time.
homeschooling - Ginger
[ In Reply To ..]We made the jump into HS this year (7th grade) and my only regret is having not done it several years ago. We decided on Calvert because I needed the guidance and suggested scheduling; also I could afford it. It does take a lot of time. Actually its the favorite part of my day now. As an IC MT I can juggle my work around his schooling. Also be aware it takes several months to "unschool" and to sort of relax and take each day as it comes. Homeschooling is definitely a winner!
Ginger - My sister did 8th grade with Calvert - yochana
[ In Reply To ..]I liked the way they were set up. Really good school. My high school was through ICS which no longer exists. It was all open book tests, but you really had to know your stuff. It wasnât easy at all. I really, really learned a lot. Including Gregg Shorthand which tells you how OLD I am. LOL.
homeschooling - mt who does
[ In Reply To ..]I started home schooling my daughter this year. We go through an online public school actually so I don't have to do much besides help her when she needs assistance. This particular school is available in many states and it is free. If you don't mind my asking which state you live in, I could give you a little more info on this school. I am signing up my younger son to do it now that I've gotten a feel for how it all works. My daughter and I have gotten a lot closer now that she is home with me everyday and her grades have improved tremendously, as has her attitude now that she's not involved in the every day drama of high school!
thank you all for the ideas - great info in here
[ In Reply To ..]I would love to hear about the public school/homeschool program too. I live in GA.
homeschooling - mt who does
[ In Reply To ..]The school we go through isn't offered in your state unfortunately because it is offered in many others, but do a google search of Georgia online public schools or virtual schools and you should get some results. Check through all the options available. Some offer K-12 and some offer just high school. One that I found by doing a google search is Georgia Cyber Academy. These online schools are tuition free public schools. The one that we attend supply the computer and printer, with an internet stipend, books, art kits, gym kits, science kits, novels for english class, etc. They provide postage to send materials back at the end of the year. Each school works differently, but for the most part, in our state, all the virtual schools offer the same type of materials/supplies and it is all free. Good luck with whatever you decide!!
How do you all homeschool without buying a cirriculum? - RoadrunnerMT
[ In Reply To ..]I don't have the funds to buy those cirriculum but want to HS my 2nd grader. How do you all go about finding teaching materials and what areas are age appropriate to teach on?
research online for TONS of resources! - xoxo
[ In Reply To ..]there are tons of places online to go for your HS needs. Lots of stuff you can print offline too. Check out what the previous poster said about virtual public schools. The resources are there, you just have to do the research and have the willingness to look for it.
Check out your states HS clubs/organizations. Network with them and I'm sure you will find just what you need/want. Good luck!
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