Ask children what they want to be when they grow up and, depending on their age, you may get amusing answers that will remain etched in your family history. Through the years, they may have answered everything from “major league baseball player” or “veterinarian” to even “the president” or “rich!” Whatever the answers, it’s fun
Here’s a hand to help you homeschool college prep and take the pressure of the college process off your shoulders as a parent: the National Academic Homeschool Competition (NAHC). It’s a friendly academic competition for teens that exists to support homeschool families with college prep, SAT and ACT prep, and college financing. The Old Schoolhouse®
You wear so many hats as a homeschooling parent: instructor, referee, maker of disciples, cook, driver, nurse, life skills coach. Hats off to you! As your teen begins to resemble the adult he or she will very soon become, you add the important hat of guidance counselor. You know the skills and interests of your
When I first started homeschooling, skeptics appeared out of nowhere. A common concern was “do colleges accept homeschool diplomas?” Friends and family that I thought would be supportive held me at a distance. Others would reason within themselves that it would be alright since I have a college degree while some tried to convince themselves
Many first starting out with homeschooling wonder, “How do homeschoolers get into college?” Regardless of the age of their children, this can be on the forefront of their minds if college is the end goal. Even though college is not the goal of all homeschooling families, it is for many. When I first started homeschooling,
Hey Mama, Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I qualified to teach high school?” If so, then consider these questions: – Did God lead you to homeschool your children in the first place? – Has homeschooling been good for your family and your children (most of the time—grin)? – Are the reasons you began homeschooling
It’s that time of year – time for graduation! Do you have a child graduating? My youngest granddaughter just finished preschool and had a cap and gown ceremony. So adorable! Are you planning a graduation celebration for your high school or college senior? All of our kids had different ceremonies and get-togethers. Our two