June 2010 Edition | Heart of the Matter

Course Description Emergency!

Lisa started making a transcript for her high school senior two weeks before it was due. Although it was a struggle, she managed to complete it on time. Suddenly her world came crashing down, and she contacted me in a panic on...

To GED or Not to GED?

That is the question—at least, in several of the high school homeschool communities that I frequent. This is an exciting time of year for those that are in the throes of college applications, acceptances, and (financial aid)...

June 2010 Edition: Focus on High School

Photo Credit: Dawn Camp, My Home Sweet Home You can view our magazine in 3 ways: Click here to be taken to the flipbook version, where you can click and turn the pages as you would a print magazine. Be sure to turn your sound...

High School Step-by-Step

Is homeschooling high school an overwhelming task? Instead of looking at the big picture, sometimes it helps to focus on smaller, simpler tasks to achieve your goals. If you just look at the end result, “High School...

Homeschooling’s Dirty Little Secret

Things had gotten bad in our support group. The battle lines had been drawn. Two of our homeschooling membership had gotten into a competition of sorts. They came to each meeting with scripture on their lips and a quiet smile...

Expanding the Options for Home Schooled High School Students

Dare to Compare High School Diploma Programs from Excellent Colleges and Universities Nationwide Students can broaden their prospects of acceptance into college after graduation from high school through support available from the...

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Words that Represent You and Yet Influence Others

Any homeschooling parent of a college-bound homeschooler learns quickly the importance of documentation. Not only is the documentation important, but, apparently, appropriate or inappropriate verbiage can make a big...

Grading Without Tests

Have you ever wondered…. “What grade do you put on a transcript when you don’t use a test?” My son Kevin thought my homeschool grades were stupid. “Who’s going to believe the grades my Mom...

Why Homeschool Through High School?

The first and most obvious advantage is the time and opportunities available in which you can demonstrate and attempt to pass on your spiritual heritage, your morals, and your work ethic. Much has been written about these...