Homeschooling Parents

[Rico]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

Well, I can see you wanting to do that, as you've spent the money, BUT if you are pressed for time as the concepts get more difficult when you progress, you might want to cover those more. At some point you might want to find out what she doesn't need to spend as much time on. Just a suggestion.

You can make that decision better in a month from now.

Glad it's working for you.

The only part I have had trouble with getting her to understand is that she has more than once chance to work out the problems. If she misses one, she has a tendency to just go on to the next one. She doesn't have a chance to do it over on her quizzes, but I wish she would realize that she can work those problems out if she misses one. I usually go over any problems she misses with her, and she's pretty good about figuring out that second go at them.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by Rico

The only part I have had trouble with getting her to understand is that she has more than once chance to work out the problems. If she misses one, she has a tendency to just go on to the next one. She doesn't have a chance to do it over on her quizzes, but I wish she would realize that she can work those problems out if she misses one. I usually go over any problems she misses with her, and she's pretty good about figuring out that second go at them.

That's probably due to the timing of the courses in the public school. When you are finished it's over. It's hard to retrain.

In homeschool you get to take your time and hone your skills. Another playing field.

And again, it doesn't work for everyone, but obviously, I am in favor of it, if it does work.

[Rico]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

That's probably due to the timing of the courses in the public school. When you are finished it's over. It's hard to retrain.

In homeschool you get to take your time and hone your skills. Another playing field.

And again, it doesn't work for everyone, but obviously, I am in favor of it, if it does work.

Sister, I am very tempted to take the plunge and make her a homeschooled child. I want to give it one more year with the public school before I do something that drastic.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by Rico

Sister, I am very tempted to take the plunge and make her a homeschooled child. I want to give it one more year with the public school before I do something that drastic.

Rico,
It can be overwhelming when you begin. Fortunately, as you see with your curriculum choice, things are getting better. The way has been paved. I give tribute to my mother who battled the authorities and news reporters back in the 70's. She is a true pioneer! I honor her courage!

Your daughter is the one that has to make that choice, ultimately. She has to decide how much interaction with other kids that she wants and needs. That is usually the determining factor.

The second thing - you must be organized, have a plan and work the plan. No deviation will be successful. I made a weekly schedule. My children knew what they had to accomplish by Friday. That gave them a week overview. They could work it however they wanted. They just had to have the work done and an X on every subject for that 5 day working period. This has helped them accomplish strides in the workforce.

My brother graduated with a Master's degree, starting out at A&M and finishing at Duke University. His advice - "Stay organized."

When I started out I wanted to give up when I was halfway through it. My husband said, "I just want you to go until May. Give it until then and you can do whatever you want".

When I got over the six month trial period () I was fine. I didn't think I could go the long haul, but I made the 15 years and it was well worth it. God was with me every step of the way. He provided me with things that I prayed for. It was an awesome experience. My children have NO regrets! That is what made it worth the most to me!

[Rico]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

Rico,
It can be overwhelming when you begin. Fortunately, as you see with your curriculum choice, things are getting better. The way has been paved. I give tribute to my mother who battled the authorities and news reporters back in the 70's. She is a true pioneer! I honor her courage!

Your daughter is the one that has to make that choice, ultimately. She has to decide how much interaction with other kids that she wants and needs. That is usually the determining factor.

The second thing - you must be organized, have a plan and work the plan. No deviation will be successful. I made a weekly schedule. My children knew what they had to accomplish by Friday. That gave them a week overview. They could work it however they wanted. They just had to have the work done and an X on every subject for that 5 day working period. This has helped them accomplish strides in the workforce.

My brother graduated with a Master's degree, starting out at A&M and finishing at Duke University. His advice - "Stay organized."

When I started out I wanted to give up when I was halfway through it. My husband said, "I just want you to go until May. Give it until then and you can do whatever you want".

When I got over the six month trial period () I was fine. I didn't think I could go the long haul, but I made the 15 years and it was well worth it. God was with me every step of the way. He provided me with things that I prayed for. It was an awesome experience. My children have NO regrets! That is what made it worth the most to me!

Part of my hesitation is that I don't know without a doubt that I will still be working from home through the end of the school year. I am working on some other sources of income to supplement what I am doing now (don't like all my eggs in one basket). If I can get them set up and running successfully by the time school ends next school year, I would be in a much better position to say I will be able to be here for her during the day.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by Rico

Part of my hesitation is that I don't know without a doubt that I will still be working from home through the end of the school year. I am working on some other sources of income to supplement what I am doing now (don't like all my eggs in one basket). If I can get them set up and running successfully by the time school ends next school year, I would be in a much better position to say I will be able to be here for her during the day.

I wouldn't worry about it. Isn't she in Elementary? If so, you don't have to worry about pulling her out until around 7th grade. That's when it starts getting dicey.

[Rico]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

I wouldn't worry about it. Isn't she in Elementary? If so, you don't have to worry about pulling her out until around 7th grade. That's when it starts getting dicey.

Dicey in what way?