turning 16 soon so does that make me in control of what i want to do schooling wise?

Question

i'm NOT saying i'm going to drop out, no i want to
go to college and actually not be like all the druggies
who think they are super cool. i went from a private highschool
to a public school this year and i absolutely hate it.
my parents say i have to stay in school regardless
of how old i am, which i agree. BUT.. i want to know if
i can make the choice of becoming homeschooled
and doing homework, keeping track of the hours i've spent,
and doing the recommended courses and such..is that right?
or is it still the responsibility of the parents?

Answer 1

If you want to Home school, you should do some research about it and present it to your parents in a mature manner. Not demanding or throwing a fit. Get all the facts. Go to www.hslda.org and find out what your state requires. Look into some curriculum choices. Show them you are prepared to be in community activities or sports. You will need someone to be accountable to as well, to keep you on track. I am sure there are many co-ops in your area if you ask around. Churches usually can refer you to someone. Also, dual enrollment in local colleges may be available. You earn college credit for classes you need for HS graduation.
Good luck

Answer 2

I can't say that you can go against your parents wishes, but maybe you can get them a lot of different kinds of information and brochures about home schooling. I do know a lot of people that were or are being home schooled and they are actually alot smarter, more respectful and also have higher grade point averages.

Some things to look at is do your parents have the time to help you, do you have someone that will help you with home schooling, Are you willing to study a little harder at times - because there are some requirements by each state educatuional groups to follow, you will have to submit tests from time to time and so on. You will also then have time to work also if home schooled which could help you save up money for college. I have a son now who is 23 and he was home schooled for a while and he was on A honor roll and knows a lot about a lot of things that most kids his age doesn't. My parents nieghbors homeschool all their children ages now 18- 6 ? and they are the most respectful children I have seen, and polite too. They are also very smart and for as little time as they spend on their schooling they are above our states guidelines. I do a little home schooling with my kids when I have time in addition to their regular schooling and my son now 13 is also very smart he can tell you about militarty vehicles, he can name most cars on the street before you can see what they are (he did this since he was 3 or 4) he even helps other kids with thier home work especially math and some of these kids are in higher grade levels. I say my son could be a genius but that is also not right. Do your research print it up and provide it to your parents and show them the pros and cons, maybe make a deal with them to let you try it for a short time and if it works you continu and if not you go back to school. You can still get a diploma just not from a recognized school, actually not sure how that works but you can find that out when you research the topic. I also know my now 23 year old was so smart he also was able to take a college course or two while schooling at home and then when he went back to regular school he also took a couple of courses. Our schools here in MN are like that at a certian grade and if your grades are high enough and you fulfill the requirements needed to graduate, you can elect to start taking a few college courses. Another suggestion maybe find some kids that are actually home schooled and talk to them about thier feelings of it and also thier parents this will help you to see what it is really like also. Home schooling does sound easy but it is not always as easy as it is made out to be. Some assignments are harder than it would be in regular school. You still take a lot of tests and you still have to take the state education tests that are required.

I say if you provide your parents with a lot of information and so on they may understand better and at the same tine they may reconsider.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

Answer 3

Even if you are 16, your parents would have to sign papers. They might be willing to if you do your research.
If you and your parents decide to homeschool, I would recommend the American School of Correspondence. I loved their curriculum. I started when I was 16, and finished before I turned 17 (I finished in about 9 months). They keep track of your grades and the curriculum.
You can decide how much time you spend on your homework, but if your parents want you to do more, you should listen.
Also, I have friends who liked Penn Foster. I am taking a career course through them right now, but my friends liked their high school curriculum.
If you have any questions, feel free to email me at [e-mail].
www.americanschoolofcorr.com
www.pennfoster.edu

Answer 4

Most homeschoolers count days. Work something out with them. There are definatly some courses you have to take to become a graduate. You will also have to get in a diploma program. I really think that homeschooling is the best choice and you seem to have the drive to do it. Congradulations. Keep up the drive. But you definatly need to trust that your parents will do what's best for you. Tell them what you want from life and explain to them what you will do and how you will get to your life's ambitions. Communication is a huge part of homeschooling and life.

Answer 5

I believe you have to be 18
But you may want to check out a Virtual Home school and talk to your parents about it.
My daughter is an actress and does a virtual homeschooling while she is working.
You may find this type of schooling interesting and you may want to tell your parents that it is mastery based so you can actually jump ahead grades in subjects that you are really good at.
I'm not sure what state you live in but it is offered in many states
This is the link for California - check it out and if your interested in finding out if it is offered in your state call or email them at
California Virtual Academies
2360 Shasta Way, Unit B
Simi Valley, CA 93065
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

http://www.caliva.org/

P.S> Yes these are transferable to college

Answer 6

Well yes kindof. When you are sixteen you can drop out of school. But in the Bible it says to Honor you parents so that you may live a long and prosperous life. If your parents want to keep homeschooling you then you can be more responsible though.

Answer 7

Honor your parents, so that your days may be long and prosperous.

a sophomore in high school perhaps
doesn't that come from the Latin for wise fool?

you may make all the decisions you want at age 18 when you move out - however

you may want to inquire at the college of choice if they accept homeschooled students - that may change your desire

all the best - really

Answer 8

Nope. Until you reach the age of consent (18 in most states) they get to make those decisions for you.

I have run into many teens in your situation. My suggestion is to research and write a paper on homeschooling. This will both provide your parents with the homeschooling information they need and prove to them that you are able to apply yourself well enough to do schoolwork with little supervision.

Answer 9

While you live at home it is the parents responsibility. Unfortunately you seem to have little input with your parents? Are there issues about why you have to go to public school?

Answer 10

You can't make the decision to homeschool. In most places, parents have to file something. HOWEVER, if you are bent on doing this, prepare your plans, courses, etc., and present it to your parents for their approval. You can still do the work and everything on your own, but you do need parental approval.