Classes, Field Trips, Graduation, Socialization
by Katie Julius I’m sure that if you’ve even suggested the idea of homeschooling to your family and friends, you’ve heard the question, “What about socialization?” It’s probably one of the most common “concerns” that parents have when considering educating their...
Classes, Curriculum, High School, Homeschool
by Carolyn Forte, Convention Speaker 2018 Homeschooling through high school can be intimidating for parents. Many, if not most, rely on standardized textbooks and supplemental classes, whether online or in person. If these work well for your student, there is nothing...
Classes, Curriculum, Encouragement, Family, Reading
By Carolyn Forte, Excellence In Education, 34th Annual Convention speaker The top priority of most beginning homeschooling parents of 5 or 6 year-olds is reading. They look online at a dizzying array of reading programs and start asking for advice from friends and...
Classes, Curriculum, Decisions, Geography, God's Plan, Math, Planning, Reading, Science, Social Studies, Writing
by Kristin Murdock Every new school year, you ask yourself the same question: “Why ARE we homeschooling?” Several times a year the question haunts you again (usually when your child experiences a meltdown over uncompleted schoolwork). Then you encounter well-meaning...
Classes, Curriculum, Decisions, Homeschool, Mothers, Planning
by Todd Wilson, Keynote Speaker, 34th Annual CHEA Convention July 13-15, 2017 There are two statements that just beg the response, “Duh.” One is that “men and women are different” and the other is that “homeschooling is hard.” Every time I hear...
Classes, Encouragement, High School, Homeschool, Writing
by Susan K. Beatty 30% Discount Available for Homeschooled Teens and Young Adults to Get Career Help from Mount Hermon Christian Writers Conference Are you a Christian homeschooled teen or young adult who dreams of writing as a career? Do you wonder what it would be...