I've been wanted to get homeschooled for some time now since my current school rarely does much. Any advice?

Question

Get what you pay for education.

My current school is nothing but a get what you pay for type of school. Nothng around the school is taken seriously. Not really something I'm proud to call "school."

Answer 1

First, find out about any local homeschooling support groups. See if you can email or talk to something through one of the groups to find out more about how it works where you live. You don't say how old you are or what grade you're in, but it would be good to share that with the support group to find out more about meeting your educational needs.

Then talk to your parents about it.

Although being disciplined and capable of learning by yourself helps when beginning homeschooling, usually homeschooling develops these abilities. You can also get lots of help from your parents or perhaps others in your community.

Answer 2

Good for you! Too many students accept such a lackadaisical outlook and drift through their 'education' without learning very much at all.
If you are serious about home schooling, check with your local school board to find out how to begin. It sounds as though you are fairly well educated already, and disciplined enough to carry on by yourself. There are two types of homeschooling -- one is the correspondence type of school, the other is small group. On the first, you study independently. That means you learn EVERYTHING in the course. In any group situation, the questions are spread around the group, so typically you only learn about 80% of the material (if that!) So given your mind-set, the isolated study program would likely be most satisfying. There is great support available, much of it on-line, and you are in contact with a tutor who can guide you through material you might have problems with. Sometimes it is necessary to work with a local high school for courses that involve labs, or heavy duty machinery, such as mechanics, but that is not difficult to arrange.
Good luck to you -- and don't put it off any longer.

Answer 3

You should approach your parents on this. But if you really want it make sure your prepared for your side of the argument. Research everything you can about homeschooling. They have probably heard all the myths about how the kids are socially retarded..lol They aren't... I have found that most homeschooled children are more mature and unlike public school kids WANT to spend time with their families and do things like read or go to a museum instead of out partying with their friends. Not that homeschooled kids don't go out ..trust me they do. And they have more time to go out....you can go ice skating, skating, karate classes, gymnastics, go on educational hikes with a ranger, all these are your gym classes. You can take classes at your local art supply store or home decorating store..most of these are free or a small fee..thats your art or life experience. There is probably a homeschool group near you and a lot of places like the zoo or art museum has special things for homeschoolers. You get to not just go to the zoo but you can talk to the people that work there...go behind the scenes and see things other kids can't in public school. It gives you a chance to volunteer at the library, art museum, park system, nursing home, hospital..depending on your age but even if your 10 it doesn't hurt to volunteer at the local nursing home or hospital. It teaches you to respect others.
Here is a great site for different types of learning styles and different types of homeschooling..and don't forget to check your state laws to find out what you need to do so you can be homeschooled.
http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/

Show your parents your serious and informed. They will need to see that you have been researching this and that you think your education is the most important thing in the world to you. And as far as college goes...most love homeschooled kids because they are usually more serious about their education. There are tons out there that only require an entrance exam so if you explain to them you've been homeschooled and you don't have a diploma they just make you take that. Good luck you have a great opportunity ahead of you!!!!!

Answer 4

I home school my children and I love every moment of it. Schools in California are scary there are always gang fights and most of the students speak only spanish. I go thru the charter program I am not sure what it would be called in other states but its a great program. Just call your local school district and ask them if they know about a charter program in your area. I have a teacher who comes to my home every 20 days and sets up a schedule of what's to be done and she scores all their work and checks to make sure they are up to par. They also have outside classrooms where other home schoolers can go and take classes together. You would be surprised at how many children are home schooled. Your school district also has a home school program as well. Good luck and I hope this info helps you.

Answer 5

POWER TO YA! I myself have been homeschooled my entire school life,and you are making the right choice.You should research homeschooling,and see if you can order homeschool supply catalogs that have books on almost ANY home school books you might need.I would suggest you have one of your parents go on to www.christianbook.com,because they have everything your parents will need to get started.Also,join a home school group with your parents,because your parents might be able to ask and see what other home school parents do.Also something that you could use in convincing your parents,is that homeschooling isn't a 500 hours a day job for them,some subjects us students can do on there own on the computer,or in books. GOOD Luck with homeschooling!!!!!!

Answer 6

I just started homeschooling my 1st grader. You need to talk to you guardian in reference to homeschooling. Remember that you can not to all the work alone and must be taught certain things, asked questions, and administered tests. Your guardian has to be willing to do these things. I found that www.alphaomega.com to be the best price so far. I've also heard that www.abeka.com has reasonable prices on their curriculums. Best wishes!

Answer 7

Homeschooling is one of the best things I have ever done for my son. He is in 4th grade now. We can go quickly through things he masters and take our time and enjoy the subjects he likes. I sent him to traditional school for 3 yrs, not for us. You must be committed and not take it lightly. Talk to your parents, all they need to homeschool you is devotion and high school diploma.

Answer 8

What do your parents say, its them that would be taking on the responsibility for guiding your education, plus, you need to be really disciplined to get the most out of it

Answer 9

Homeschooling can work, but be very careful about making the decision to do this. To be successful, you have to be very disciplined and capable of learning by yourself. It's definitely not suitable for the majority of students.