When done well, homeschooling is wonderful. After working in Christian education (as an executive secretary) for over 30 years, I can attest to the fact that most of the homeschooled children that came into the Christian school setting, were well prepared, well behaved, and a blessing to receive into the Christian school classroom.
I have seen families that homeschooled their children who also did a fair job of doing it; and some who, when funds were running low, felt they had the parental prerogative to put it all on hold until they had the funds. These kids were not receiving any education for months at a time. This is a disgrace.
If you are homeschooling, remember your accountability to God, your children, and the state. I would also add that many Christian schools welcome the homeschooled student into its midst for non-core curriculum classes. These can be enrichment classes for the student, social engagement, fine arts, athletic participation. The cost is usually nominal and proves beneficial to the student and also to the school that opens it doors to the homeschooled student.
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