Why are so many people so strongly against homeschooling? After a recent TikTok brought in comments from non-homeschoolers questioning the choice, I started thinking about why education has become such a divisive topic. I’m not here to convince every family to homeschool. I’m here to advocate for families having the freedom to choose the educational path that works best for their children.
If you are starting a new homeschool year and already wondering whether you are doing enough, choosing the right curriculum, or somehow going to make your child fall behind, take a breath.
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One of the biggest questions homeschooling parents face during the high school years is this one: Should I graduate my child and issue a homeschool diploma, or should my child complete a GED program?
There is no one right answer. Both options can open doors. The best choice depends on your child, your state requirements, and what your teen plans to do next.
If you’ve spent any time in homeschool Facebook groups, you’ve probably seen the same question over and over again:
“What’s the best homeschool curriculum?”
One of my more controversial homeschool opinions is that homeschool parents should spend time learning about child development, how children learn, and evidence-based teaching practices.
Before you panic, let me be clear…
Grading is one of the most debated parts of education right now.
Recently, Edutopia shared a post about why teachers should grade less frequently and I completely understand the point. Too much grading can create stress for students, burnout for teachers, and honestly, it doesn’t always measure true learning.
If you spend any time in homeschool or parenting groups, you’ve probably seen the same concern come up again and again.
“My child has great ideas, but the spelling is terrible.”
“Should I correct every mistake?”
“Does poor spelling mean my child is a bad writer?”