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Is it Legal to Homeschool?
Yes! All states 50 allow homeschooling. Because each state regulates
homeschooling differently, parents should examine local laws to be certain
they are following the guidelines set by their state. In every state, parents
must, at a minimum, notify a state or local education agency of their
intent to educate their children at home and identify the children involved.
To learn the Homeschooling laws in your state visit:
Home School Legal Defense Association
Why Choose Homeschooling?
There are many reasons why parents choose to educate their children at
home. Some benefits that lead many to homeschool are:
One on one instruction is superior to the normal classroom attendance of 15
to 30 students.
The ability to teach your child using his/her unique learning style.
The flexibility to go faster or slower through a curriculum-- This
reduces the chance of your child becoming bored with a subject that
he/she has mastered long ago. Or worse, the chance the child being
left behind as he/she is struggling to grasp a concept that the rest
of the class has mastered.
What About Socialization?
There are many opportunities for children to socialize other than at
school. Here are just a few:
Homeschool Support Groups
Boy Scouts/ Girl Scouts
Church
Ballet Class
Karate Class
Sports
Neighborhood
Playgroups
For more on socialization, read this article.
How Much Will It Cost?
How much it will cost is up to you! There are many ways to obtain good
quality educational materials at discounted prices. You can also obtain
some of your materials for free by taking advantage of the internet and
your local library.
Gateway to Knowledge understands that many homeschooling families are
depending on one income and the need for inexpensive curriculum is
important. We are dedicated to providing quality materials at a discount.
How to Get Started
First steps:
Seek out mothers who are homeschooling their children. A good place to
start is a Homeschool message board. Other homeshooling mothers will love
the opportunity to answer your questions and share what works for them.
Home School Message Board
For a more in-depth guide on how to get started, you can purchase a
helpful book that covers everything you need to know to successfully
start educating your child/children at home.
How-to Homeschool Books
Yes! All states 50 allow homeschooling. Because each state regulates
homeschooling differently, parents should examine local laws to be certain
they are following the guidelines set by their state. In every state, parents
must, at a minimum, notify a state or local education agency of their
intent to educate their children at home and identify the children involved.
To learn the Homeschooling laws in your state visit:
Home School Legal Defense Association
Why Choose Homeschooling?
There are many reasons why parents choose to educate their children at
home. Some benefits that lead many to homeschool are:
One on one instruction is superior to the normal classroom attendance of 15
to 30 students.
The ability to teach your child using his/her unique learning style.
The flexibility to go faster or slower through a curriculum-- This
reduces the chance of your child becoming bored with a subject that
he/she has mastered long ago. Or worse, the chance the child being
left behind as he/she is struggling to grasp a concept that the rest
of the class has mastered.
What About Socialization?
There are many opportunities for children to socialize other than at
school. Here are just a few:
Homeschool Support Groups
Boy Scouts/ Girl Scouts
Church
Ballet Class
Karate Class
Sports
Neighborhood
Playgroups
For more on socialization, read this article.
How Much Will It Cost?
How much it will cost is up to you! There are many ways to obtain good
quality educational materials at discounted prices. You can also obtain
some of your materials for free by taking advantage of the internet and
your local library.
Gateway to Knowledge understands that many homeschooling families are
depending on one income and the need for inexpensive curriculum is
important. We are dedicated to providing quality materials at a discount.
How to Get Started
First steps:
Seek out mothers who are homeschooling their children. A good place to
start is a Homeschool message board. Other homeshooling mothers will love
the opportunity to answer your questions and share what works for them.
Home School Message Board
For a more in-depth guide on how to get started, you can purchase a
helpful book that covers everything you need to know to successfully
start educating your child/children at home.
How-to Homeschool Books
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