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Need Help with Switched on Schoolhouse Homeschool Curriculum
Asked by J.W. from Dallas
on April 15, 2009
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I am getting ready to tutor a girl who is using Switched on Schoolhouse curriculum. How many assignments do your kids do a day?
The girl is in 7th grade. She had ...
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- I used Switched on Schoolhouse with my 7th grader a couple of years ago. It's a computer based program. She can get alot of work done in one day. Doubleup assignmen...
- J., I just saw this question this morning. Before school is out be sure to contact her middle school to confirm what you are doing. I work in Fort Worth with many y...
- Most home schooled children work half the time public school kids work. It is not unusual for a home schooled child to finish nine subjects in three hours. There are n...
Two Very Different Children and Homeschooling
Asked by S.W. from Cincinnati
on June 1, 2009
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I have a 9 y/o daughter who has always been considered academically intelligent. She loves to learn and catches on very quickly. I decided to homeschool her from 1st...
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- Hi there:) First off, kudos to you for caring so much about your kids' education!! Well, I have three boys and the situation is the same! I opted to send them to sc...
- I completely think that you are going to make things worse for her by NOT sending her to school. Homeschooling is a concept I do understand the reasons behind, howeve...
- First and foremost, she won't really have a CHOICE when it comes to "not reading right now". If they are reading or doing math as a class.....she doesn't have a choic...
Information/advice on Homeschooling
Asked by M.F. from South Bend
on October 9, 2006
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I am thinking of homeschooling my 9-year-old daughter but have not yet made a decision. My daughter is in a regular classroom setting at school but receives special ed...
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- M., I am a homeschooling mom. I have 4 daughters. My oldest 2 daughters, ages 13 and 11, were in public school for a couple of years. This is our 4th year to homes...
- Hi M.! I was home schooled 5th through 12th grade. I loved it and would highly recommend it to anyone that has the time! There are so many support groups out there tha...
- Getting started for homeschooling is quite easy but i know it varies by state. You need to contact your board of education and tell them what and why. Some states will...
Advice on Homeschooling
Asked by S.M. from Waterloo
on July 29, 2009
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i will be homeschooling my daughter for the 1st time this year. any judging you could make for that won't compare to what my parents that were teachers will say! part ...
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- Find a homeschool group, the one here meets every Friday, they do crafts together play games and take really nice field trips together. I do not homeschool, but my mo...
- There are lots of homeschool groups out there. You may need to do some searching online for one. These groups have people who have been through what you have and k...
- No judging here. When I first started homeschooling had the same worries and concerns. The beauty of homeschooling is that you do it your way. One thing that has wo...
Thinking About Homeschooling Only for Preschool
Asked by M.G. from Erie
on August 12, 2009
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Okay so I tried toget my daughter into a GECAC program for preschool but our gross income exceeds what they accept, however; we can not afford to pay for preschool eit...
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- They usually have wonderful little story times, etc. at the library - and these are free. You can teach her some small things at home and take her somewhere like that ...
- I agree with Tracy. My son is starting at a local high school/preschool program. It meets Oct- Dec for a few days a week and again from February through May and it onl...
- As someone said the high schools are great. West Chester school district (I know they did it two years ago) For 3 days a week for $25 to $50 a month depending on whic...
Seeking Quality Karate Lessons for My Children and Homeschooling Tips
Asked by C.D. from Dallas
on August 22, 2009
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Mansfield Mom looking for tip on homeschooling and trying to locate quality karate lessons
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- Hi C.. I don't homeschool but when I was considering it I found a homeschooling co-op in South Arlington (Near Mansfield, I think). Here's the web address: http:/...
- Our kids are in highschool and one has graduated (all homeschool) and all of them took karate and attained their blackbelts and above. My 14 year old still takes lesso...
- I am not sure about home school but I do know where to get the best karate lessons for your children. It is called Troy Dorseys Karate in downtown Mansfield. He is w...
Homeschooling
Asked by M.B. from Casper
on April 22, 2009
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Hello all. Me agian. I am just full of questions today. I am looking for a good site to find out about Homeschool. I need to know everything like the rules, expect...
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- We have been homeschooling for several years now. There are many ideas out on the interent. Some books I would like to recommend for you to read are "Thomas Jefferson ...
- Hi M., For starters..not knowing where you live I would suggest you go to Home School Legal Defense online. They can give you each states rules/regulations. Your best...
- Check out www.connectionsacademy.com. They have "virtual" schools here in Colorado. All your homeschooling questions should be answered under the FAQ section.
Seeking Advice About Homeschooling in DE for a High Schooler
Asked by P.W. from Philadelphia
on August 21, 2009
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My 15-year-old stepson has had a very rough time in school. We removed him from school last year to prevent him from being expelled and banned from DE public schools f...
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- I don't know an exact site but I've seen so many ads for the www.K12.com and the site looks great. If I remember correctly, it's free, offers online teachers/tutors, o...
- i hear that the online cyber schools are great and they're free. i'm in PA but you should check out your state website and see if that's an option. i would love to en...
- Hi P., My Family uses the k12 program in Pennsylvania. Here is their website maybe this would be the school for you www.k12.com. You can also do a google se...
I Want to Homeschool My Daughter, and I Don't Know Where to begin...HELP!!!
Asked by E.B. from Los Angeles
on April 13, 2009
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I recently moved to the Corona area and signed up my daughter to one of the local middle schools. To make a long story short it was horrible experience. My daughter ...
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- HI Emily, Congrats to you for homeschooling your kids! I started homeschooling informally since my son was 2. I am now hybrid homeschooling him. He attends the Rive...
- Hi Emily, This is my 14th yr home schooling and I would love to help you. There are lots of learning styles, curriculums, outside activities, and yes rules to it do it...
- I'm just being nosy. What school? I'm in Corona and in just over 2 years will have my daughter in Junior high. I'm nervous already! The junior high's are so big he...
To Home School or Not to Home School
Asked by J.B. from Houston
on August 7, 2008
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Hi fellow moms!
Well I am really working this issue of public school or home school over in my mind. My son is only 13 months but I am already pondering on what will...
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- my daughters are 4 and 2 and our 4 year old will be starting pre-K at public school in a couple weeks. my hubby and i both experienced public, private, and home scho...
- So...I read what the other moms had to say and it's full of very good advice, especially in the "do what feels right for your family department"...I just want to add s...
- I think you are wise to be thinking about schooling for your child now. It will give you plenty of time to talk to other moms along the way and research if you want t...
