Ten Ideas to Get Going with Homeschooing

If your children / students are not thriving in a school setting you might want to consider home education. To follow is a compilation of resources and recommendations for getting started.  

1)     Connect with others online

There many home education groups to join.  I've compiled a list of them here under the heading “Discussion Boards.”

Here is where you can get started.:

• The Unplugged Mom's group on Facebook
• Backyard schooling on Facebook
• Connect with a local home education group where you can find support, community and camaraderie.
• You can find unschooling groups in the world and in the United States at this link.
• You can find homeschooing groups by location at this link.  

2)    Know your stats

You should know the stats of the success of those who are home educated in comparison to those who are not.  You can get started by checking out “What happens to home educated adults?”

3)     Know the law in your state

Know the home education laws and requirements in your state.  The Home School Legal Defense Association has state by state laws with which you should be familiar. You can check out the laws in your state here.  

You may also need to show how your home education meets state standards.  Sandra Dodd has ideas on how you can show curriculum requirements are being met here. She also has a suggestion for how to handle standardized tests in states that require them here.

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