How Do I Get Started Homeschooling?

1. First, you need to check out the laws for your state. Start here
Home School Legal Defense Association

2. Do your research. Look at this blog if you want a public program for homeschooling 


3.Talk to your parents. If you need some help talking to your parents about homeschooling
How to talk to your parents about homeschooling

4. Decide to do public homeschooling (see above) or private homeschooling. With private homeschooling, you and your parents will decide which books, materials and assignments will be required for your education. This will have to match up with any your state's requirements for High School. If you plan on going to college, make sure and look at college websites so that the courses you put together, will cover their admission requirements.

5. Find a parent or trusted adult to hold you accountable for getting your work done. Check in with them weekly.

6. Get Started-Enroll online or notify and file the necessary paperwork for your state. You are on your way to a great education.

Why Teens Decide to Homeschool?

1. They have a sport or musical ambition that takes them away from school on a regular basis
2. They are being bullied at school
3. They want a more flexible schedule
4. They don't want to get up early in the morning
5. They want more of an education than traditional high school has to offer
6. Their parents make them
7. They want to be responsible for their own education
8. They live in an unsafe neighborhood
9. Their family travels extensively
10. They like the option of studying in a relaxed environment

Can I Homeschool High School?

Yes, homeschooling is legal in all 50 states!

If you are thinking about homeschooling, today is a great time to do some research online and find out what this homeschooling stuff is all about.

Homeschooling will not fix all your problems but it will give you more time to do what you want to do.

How Will I Make Friends?

You will make friends by getting involved in activities.
-volunteer
-church youth group
-sports
-art classes
-teen council
-start a club
-get together with old friends
-work a part time job
-join a homeschool support group
-community orchestra
-drama club
-4H
-choir

You will make some really great friends because they will share common interests with you that last longer than a high school class.
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