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How to Tell if Homeschooling is Right for Our Family
Homeschooling is legal in every state, but the choice to homeschool should not be made lightly. Research and discussion are required to make a wise decision. How do you tell if homeschooling is right for your family? Here are a few questions to ask yourself when considering homeschooling as an option for your family. [...]
Homeschooling Socialization: The Greatest Conflict of Homeschooling
Homeschooling socialization is by far the most major conflict in relation to homeschooling. The problem is that, by removing your children from the public school environment, you are depriving them of the social development offered by public schools. After all, it would be difficult for a child to develop social skills when they are not [...]
Homeschooling and the Law
First, let’s get one thing straight. Homeschooling is completely legal. Many parents have concerns regarding homeschooling their children and any legal restriction that may arise. They fear that homeschooling is either illegal or that the homeschooling parent must jump through a series of complicated hoops in order to meet governmental requirements. To some this [...]
More in Texas choose home schooling
Board reviews GRAD assessments Another run through standardized test scores left the Monticello School Board with questions about the changing state of education Monday night at its regular board meeting. Read more on Monticello Times More in Texas choose home schooling HOUSTON (AP) — The number of students being home-schooled in Texas is on the [...]
Checking Out Homeschooling Laws in your State Before Enrolling your Child
Every parent dreams of giving their child an exceptional education. For many parents this means looking at the different schools within their home areas. For others this can mean looking at a suitable homeschooling program. While there are lots of different types of homeschooling programs that are available each state has its own set of [...]
Inside Our Schools
Meg Place named new principal at Jarrettown Elementary When the school year begins, there will be a new face in the principal’s office at Jarrettown Elementary School, but it will be a familiar one to many in the district. Read more on The Ambler Gazette Inside Our Schools Washington County School District Read more on [...]