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Homeschooling Someone Else’s Child
Homeschooling Someone Else’s Child Q. Can another homeschool parent teach my son (kindergarten student) since he’s not responding well to me? A. It may be
Three Keys to Creating a Parenting Legacy
Three Keys to Creating a Parenting Legacy It was the second year of our marriage, and the arguing in our house was getting more intense.
Flexible Homeschooling: Setting Your Schedule Free
By Kyndra Steinmann When we first began this homeschooling journey, I was very focused on making sure the children were “learning something and making progress”
Exploring the Legislative Process and Virginia General Assembly
In Session: Exploring the Legislative Process Through the Virginia General Assembly The Virginia General Assembly convened on January 8 for the 2025 legislative session, presenting
Return to Public School
Return to Public School Q. I’ve just started homeschooling and I may send my teen back to high school next year. I am looking for
Why Homeschool: Are You Homeschooling Out of Fear?
If there’s one thing I’ve heard over and over from veteran homeschoolers, it’s that we shouldn’t homeschool out of fear. That sounds like wise advice.
Vacation Brain – When You Need a New Brain
Vacation Brain – When You Need a New Brain by Kyndra Steinmann Lately, I’ve had a bad case of “vacation brain”! As is usual at
Beyond the Gingerbread House: Holiday Baking for Your Homeschool
Holiday Baking for Your Homeschool Holiday season is a perfect time to incorporate some baking classes into your homeschool. There are often extra holiday guests
3 Reasons Homeschool Moms Love to Feel Guilty
3 Reasons Homeschool Moms Love to Feel Guilty by Lynna Sutherland There’s just no way I can do it all. (I’ve known this for a
Getting Connected with Homeschool
Q. I’m planning to homeschool this year. What is the best way to get my questions answered, connect with other homeschoolers, and find out about
Troubleshooting Your Homeschool Plan: Curriculum, Teacher, or Child?
Troubleshooting Your Homeschool Plan: Curriculum, Teacher, or Child? by Kyndra Steinmann At this point in the year, most of us have at least a month’s
Do You Have a Homeschool Planning Period?
by Kyndra Steinmann The first six weeks of our first term of school flew by! We took a week’s break—to work on other projects, to
Do Homeschool Moms Carry an Unfair Mental Workload?
Do Homeschool Moms Carry an Unfair Mental Workload? Let’s be honest. Being a mom, especially a homeschool mom, is a huge responsibility. The physical effort
Where Did The Time Go?
This Sunday, we will be turning back time (if only for a few months!). Yes, it’s the end of daylight saving time, and in this
The Blessing of Boring Routine
The Blessing of Boring Routine By Kendra Steinmann Two summers ago, the three biggest children went to a local day camp for two weeks. Since
Gameschooling: Teaching with Play in Your Homeschool
Have you–or do you want to–take a break from homeschooling? Try adding some homeschool games into your planning. Include some fun, fresh “gameschooling” lessons, or
Homeschooling: Is the Proof Really in the Pudding?
Homeschooling: Is the Proof Really in the Pudding? By Lynna Sutherland The other day, I was talking with a group of new homeschoolers. One mom
Independent Homeschool Hearing
Independent Homeschool Hearing Q. I’m not in agreement with a decision my district superintendent has made regarding my homeschooling. Is there anything I can do?
Teach Them Diligently: Talking ‘By the Way’
Teach Them Diligently: Recently I’ve had the opportunity to talk to a number of homeschool moms who are just beginning their homeschool journey. They have
Homeschool Option 4
Q. How do I comply with Option IV of the homeschool statute? https://youtu.be/KAgE4fIo5-w A. If you choose to homeschool, Option iv is a common option
Five Mistakes Parents Make When Planning for College
In 2015, the latest year for which we have statistics, 59% of seniors who graduated from Virginia public and nonprofit colleges in 2015 had student
