For many homeschool parents, the thought of high school brings a whole new set of questions. What courses should we take? How do I assign credits? What about transcripts and recordkeeping? Will colleges accept a homeschool diploma? What if my student isn’t college-bound? And perhaps the biggest question of all: […]
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I’ve been working on the site, updating info since my most recent book was released (High School 101: Blueprint for Success, available in our store here or at Amazon), and rounded up just a handful of past interviews/podcasts as I surfed the internet. Enjoy! (And thanks so much to those […]
(This article is adapted/condensed from Vicki’s one-hour workshop, Planning for High School: From Goals to Graduation.) _____________________________ If you’ve ever thought, “Homeschooling through high school sounds scary!” — take a deep breath. You’ve been teaching this student for years already, and you can absolutely do this next step. It’s just […]
In a Christian family, God’s Word is the foundation of all other study, so our biblical worldview impacts all learning in subtle ways. But there are also times we want that impact to be more deliberate. How can a busy family incorporate Bible study, everyday-life application of Biblical […]
When Eighth Grade Counts as High School Some eighth grade students are ready to begin tackling high school level work—especially in core academic subjects such as math, science, or foreign language. If that sounds like your student, you might consider using high school-level course materials now and noting these courses […]
Occasionally a parent will ask if it makes sense to not move a student forward in their homeschool work, or to repeat past work. From a practical perspective (this is not legal advice!), it really just depends on the reason for retention. I encourage parents to think outside the grade […]
Technically, you could homeschool with just a library card . . . but most parents feel more confident and comfortable with something guided for at least math and language arts — the sequential skills subjects. For science and social studies, library books and community resources can be easy options for […]
How to Create a High School Transcript: A Friendly Guide for Homeschooling Parents Creating a high school transcript might seem overwhelming, but don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! Whether your student is heading to college, the military, a trade school, or straight into the workforce, a transcript is an essential record […]
Short answer: Generally speaking, accreditation is neither required nor necessary. Longer answer: While accreditation is generally neither required nor necessary, each parent should determine what sort of program best meets the needs of their student for their future plans and complies with their state’s homeschooling statute, if applicable. What is […]
I’ll be honest. There are days I just don’t feel like doing the dishes. I may balk at getting started. I may dread taking the time. But eventually common sense (or the idea of having to do two days’ worth tomorrow!) wins, and I talk myself into doing the responsible […]