Home Schooling
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Should I Homeschool
Asked by J.M. from Atlanta
on December 24, 2010
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Here's a little background. My son didn't turned 5 at the end of August. In 4K he was always a little behind. Instead of sending him to public kindergarten I sent h...
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- i could see how you are upset but realize she HAS to report anything out of ordinary or she is liable if something happens. At least you know she takes that seriously!...
- I'm a homeschooler... so I'm biased... because it's the most fun / one of the best decisions I've ever made as a parent and is a rockin' great adventure. That said... ...
- The teacher is required by law to report this information. I don't understand why she didn't ask your son more questions or talk with you before she called. This is ...
Considering Homeschooling-whats the Process?
Asked by B.D. from Lincoln
on February 19, 2010
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Hello, I am considering homeschooling my oldest daughter (and eventually the younger 2 girls). However, we are new to Nebraska and I have NO idea what the process wou...
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- Hi B., I work for Alpha Omega Academy which is a Homeschool curriculum. We are located in Iowa. You have a couple choices when going through us. You can purchase cu...
- I would start by contacting the Nebraska Department of Education. Each state has different requirements, but most I believe have paperwork that will need to be submitt...
- I live in MN, so I can't completely help with the process that Nebraska requires, but look for a group in your state/area that can guide you. In MN we have an organiz...
Homeschooling in Florida
Asked by C.M. from Miami
on June 17, 2010
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This is a big topic. Here we go: What are the laws in FLORIDA for homeschooling? How should I go about it when it comes to laws? and who homeschools that can give me a...
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- Congratulations on taking the step to home school your kids, it is an awesome responcibility. Florida is one of the most leneant states on homeschooling. You need to s...
- Hello! I don't have the specific laws for Florida but they shouldn't be hard to find. Contact HSLDA (Homeschooling Legal Defense Association) and they should be abl...
- There is probably a website for homeschoolers in Florida. Try this website: http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/laws/blFL.htm I hope this helps...
Where to Start for Homeschooling?
Asked by V.B. from Dallas
on January 20, 2012
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I did advice/comments on where to start at for homeschooling my 3rd and 5 yo. Also, what is a typical homeschool day? Any organization suggestions as well? Thanks!
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- www.hslda.org (click on "You can homeschool" to get started and learn requirements in your state and where to get legal support) http://homeschoolcentral.com/support/...
- Check with your local school district. They probably have something on their website about where to get materials, testing requirements, etc. Also check with your st...
- I started by researching homeschooling through our libraries inter-library loan network. First, I looked for the high-rated homeschooling books on Amazon, then I went ...
Homeschooling in WA
Asked by L.O. from Seattle
on January 17, 2011
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Ok, So I know that homeschooling is a very heated topic. I am debating homeschooling mainly because we live in a not so nice area, where there seem to be a lot of pare...
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- Another option to homeschooling might be looking into a inter-district or out of district transfer. It requires you provide transportation to and from school, but it ...
- I homeschool in VA. For legal advice and what you need to do with the state go to hslda.org Then find your state. MIne take classes with the park district, fe...
- I am homeschooling my almost 6 year old (kindergarten) and this is the first year we have been serious about it. Before this we did preschool like stuff at home and ha...
Accontability for Homeschoolers
Asked by V.M. from Erie
on April 14, 2011
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Curious, If i were to homeschool or cyber school my kids what sort of accountabiltiy would there be that i had done what i needed to do and that my children had master...
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- It depends on your state, and it also depends on whether you enroll in a particular homeschooling program or not. Some states might require your kids to participate i...
- _____1st Q : what would you need to do in PA__________ PA is a fairly annoying state (lots of oversight, not as much as NY). There are numerous places to look up PA...
- It is very, very state specific. From your post it looks like you are in Pennsylvania. Here is Home School Legal Defense (HSLDA) info for PA: http://www.hslda.org/h...
Homeschooling Questions
Asked by A.K. from Dallas
on May 3, 2011
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Any tips for someone thinking about homeschooling from anyone that does it?
Also, has anyone homeschooled for early elementary and then put the child into a more ...
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- Hi A., Research shows that children who were homeschooled tend to be leaders when they are put in a more traditional schooling setting (college/high school, for examp...
- Hi A., I'm a home-schooling mom, and this is my first year. I have a daughter finishing Kindergarten, so I'm brand new and have been asking all the "newbie" questi...
- check in your area for a homeschooling co-op, you might also try to find a place like the Center for home education in Watauga, Tx. That might have a workshop you can ...
Homeschooling Questions?
Asked by C.M. from Salt Lake City
on March 27, 2013
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What are the homeschooling procedures in Utah and in how many days will my daughter be homeschooled? My district won't give me a tutor but my sister is willing to pay ...
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- Try googling "Utah" and "homeschool". There are tons of sites that provide this type of information. But why pay a tutor? That's not exactly homeschooling. Could you d...
- As far as I know no district gives you a tutor. If you want to homeschool you will be the one responsible for your child's education. That's the whole point.
- I can't give you Utah rules. But general rules are that the parents become the teacher. Many states require that you prove that the child is learning the required st...
Homeschooling an Only Child?
Asked by K.B. from Tulsa
on March 29, 2012
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I am trying to get my husband on board with homeschooling. I found a coop that also has monthly meetings and playdates.
I am a certified teacher with 12 years experi...
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- I don't home school but my friends who do have lots of activities their kids are involved with. See what is going on in your community.
- I homeschooled 4 kids so can't give advice about an only. But I loved it when we belonged to a homeschool group that did coop classes, meetings, playdates and field tr...
- I do not homeschool an only child (I will soon have 6 children who will be homeschooled) but I did want to say that if you feel led to homeschool don't let others opin...
Homeschooling Question...
Asked by H.D. from Dallas
on June 23, 2011
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Hi,
I'm living in a state now that is definitely PRO homeschooling as I see stores geared towards it, stores advertise themselves as a good place for homeschool day...
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- You've gotten some great, indepth answers already! But I wanted to add that my oldest began high school home school last year. I've always home schooled them, but high...
- Hi H., I don't mind at all to answer your questions. I was very curious like you are before homeschooling. I homeschool 2 boys (11 & 5 years old). Homeschooling is...
- Hi H.. Welcome to Texas :) Yes we are a VERY home school friendly state for sure. I home school my two sons ages 4 (completed kindergarten, going into first) and 6 (go...
