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Homeschooling
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Middle/High School
New! Take
a Peek into an Online Classroom
While many parents agree that the benefits of homeschooling
are beyond measure, it's natural to wonder if your kids are
learning everything they need to succeed. For some families,
using an accredited online school is a great way to ensure
their children receive the highest quality educational
experience from the comfort of home. |
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New! 5
Reasons to Take a Summer Course at Oaks Christian Online
School
Sometimes it's easier to wade into the pool than it is to
jump off the high dive! At Oaks Christian Online School,
we'd like to invite you to "test the waters" of our online
school during the upcoming summer months. After all, there
are many reasons to consider Oaks Christian Online School
for Summer 2013 courses. |
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New! Personalized
Summer Learning for Math
The summer months are an
ideal time to help your children get ahead in math! Whether
you're at home or on the road this summer, ALEKS is an
flexible, online math program for grades 3-12 that can be
used to provide each child with a personalized learning path
tailored to his or her individual needs. |
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Less
Stress, More Success
There are many forms of schooling from home that you could
consider, based on your specific preferences and strengths
as a homeschooler. You may want to consider utilizing an
accredited virtual school or a public school from home
program. In a virtual school for grades K-12, students are
supervised at home and encouraged by a Learning Coach, and
taught by state-certified teachers through online classroom
technology and phone and email communication. |
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Save
on Travel to Charleston S.C. - A Destination For Learning
As you know, an important part of homeschooling includes
reinforcing the important lessons learned at home by
bringing your child's studies to life. When it comes to U.S.
History, a visit to Charleston, South Carolina can give your
homeschooler an incredible range of opportunities to
explore, learn, and make some great memories. |
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Experience
Personalized Math Instruction for Each Child
A math curriculum that works
for the whole family can be hard to find, especially when
each of your children learns differently. With ALEKS, it’s
easy to provide each child with a personalized math
instruction to meet their individual needs. |
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5 Reasons Online Music Lessons are BETTER than Traditional
Lessons
Just about every parent
wants their child to play an instrument. Parents understand
the academic, social, and personal benefits that music
offers. But did you know that online lessons have many
benefits over local studio lessons? Rockfactory, the expert
in live online music lessons (they've been providing online
instruction successfully since 2004 ), suggests the top five
reasons online lessons trump traditional lessons. |
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LAST
CALL for BIG Curriculum Savings at the Co-op!
With over 94,000 families,
the Homeschool Buyers Co-op is the world's largest buyers
club for homeschoolers, founded and operated by
homeschoolers just like you! (Membership is FREE and
private.) Several of our most popular GroupBuys are here --
but for March only. Get your order in before they are gone! |
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An Idea to Make
Homeschool Life Easier
Many homeschoolers have selected Connections Academy is an accredited
school-from-home program for students in grades K-12 offering an
award-winning, rigorous curriculum, free learning materials and resources
from leading educational publishers, and a personalized learning plan
tailored to your student! |
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Stories
of AMAZING Homeschool Students
At Oaks Christian Online School, high school students study college
preparatory courses at home, at their own pace, and with a flexible
schedule. Students work one-on-one with engaging, committed Christian
teachers, and enjoy a wide selection of college preparatory, honors, and AP
courses, as well as four years of college counseling and spiritual life
activities. |
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Top-Notched
and Christian Based
At Oaks Christian
Online School, high school students study college
preparatory courses at home, at their own pace, and with a
flexible schedule. Students work one-on-one with engaging,
committed Christian teachers, enjoy a wide selection of
college preparatory, honors, and AP courses, as well as four
years of college counseling and spiritual life activities.
Students earn an Oaks Christian Online high school diploma
and receive a transcript that reflects the excellent
reputation of Oaks Christian School. |
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The
flexible homeschool solution parents (and kids!) love.
The award-winning K12 curriculum is
individualized to give every child the chance to reach his or
her potential. And it's flexible, to meet the unique challenges
families face. K12 has delivered more than 4 million courses
over the past decade, with programs proven to work for children
who aren't thriving in school. Every subject is delivered
online--complete with hands-on activities, all the books and
learning materials your student needs, plus optional support
from expert teachers. |
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One
Month Trial--More Than 60 Courses!
Does your student need a class in Middle School Physical
Science, Organic Chemistry, English Grammar, AP Statistics,
Music Theory, or perhaps SAT test prep? Perhaps you're interested
in Wordpress or Adobe Illustrator? Educator.com classes are
ideal for both teens and parents! |
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5
Reasons to Continue Homeschooling Through High School
Many parents, even
some who have confidently homeschooled through the
elementary grades, wonder if they should send their child to
a traditional school for high school. Some are concerned
about the challenge of teaching higher level courses. Others
consider social issues, such as sports, prom, and
graduation. This is a personal decision which must be
considered by individual families, but here are 5 reasons to
continue homeschooling through high school. |
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2-for-1
Special Offer for Math!
Are you looking for a math curriculum to
use with your children during the new year? For a limited
time, purchase an ALEKS subscription and get a second
subscription of the same length at no additional cost!
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The
Keystone School: New Year, Fresh Start
The beginning of a new year is a great time to give your student
a fresh start. If your student needs to make a full-time
schooling change, Keystone is an established, trusted option.
For nearly 40 years, we've offered an individualized education
that allows students to learn in the ways that are best for
them. |
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The
flexible homeschool solution parents (and kids!) love.
The award-winning K12 curriculum is individualized to give every
child the chance to reach his or her potential. And it's
flexible, to meet the unique challenges families face. K12 has
delivered more than 4 million courses over the past decade, with
programs proven to work for children who aren't thriving in
school. Every subject is delivered online -- complete with
hands-on activities, all the books and learning materials your
student needs, plus optional support from expert teachers. |
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Top five reasons they're ready
Learning a new language benefits students now and in the future.
Language skills add to a well-rounded education, help students
understand other cultures, prepare them for college and travel,
and can even increase their future earning potential. Rosetta
Stone® Homeschool features a foreign language curriculum
specially designed to provide homeschool students with a rich,
fully interactive and engaging language-learning experience. |
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Free Tools -- Determine Which Curriculum is Best for YOUR Family
Finding the educational option that best serves your child's
strengths and needs can be a challenging task, one filled
with questions. Oak Meadow has decades of experience in
guiding and supporting families through the learning
process. Here are some free tools to help you determine
which curriculum is best for your family. |
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Homeschooling with
Love and Logic
With some practical tips from the Love and Logic Institute, you
can enjoy more cooperative kids while building a life-long love
of learning. Check out the website, loveandlogic.com, for ideas
about raising respectful, responsible and motivated kids or to
sign up for their FREE weekly email tip! |
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The
flexible homeschool solution parents (and kids!) love
The award-winning K12
curriculum is individualized to give every child the chance
to reach his or her potential. And it's flexible, to meet
the unique challenges families face. K12 delivered more than
4 million courses over the past decade, with programs proven
to work for children who aren't thriving in school. Every
subject is delivered online-complete with hands-on
activities, all the books and learning materials your
student needs, plus optional support from expert teachers. |
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Your Partner in Online Christian Education
If you homeschool
your children, or would like to, consider Slavic Christian
Academy as your partner in online Christian education.
Slavic Christian Academy is an accredited, online private
school for grades 3-12. By using SCA's online curriculum,
parents no longer have to worry about obtaining teaching
credentials, grading assignments or even creating
homeschooling curriculums. SCA provides all of the necessary
materials needed for students to excel in their academic
careers. |
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Back
to School Savings from Dover: Save 25%
While you are probably well into the new school year, you still
might be looking for books for your core curriculum and
supplementary materials for lesson plans. For quality and
selection at the lowest prices on the market, turn to Dover
Publications -- they've been proudly serving the homeschooling
community for over 70 years. |
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Affordable Ivy League Tutors - Just a Click Away
Allow your child to explore new, challenging subjects in a safe,
one-on-one tutoring environment with InstaEDU. Whether your
student wants to learn more about statistics or dive into
computer programming, InstaEDU's tutors can help him or her
learn and understand complex subjects in a fun, social way (and
you won't have to teach yourself to code). |
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Save BIG on curriculum at the Homeschool Buyers Co-op
With 87,000+ families, the Homeschool Buyers Co-op is the
world's largest buyers club for homeschoolers, founded and
operated by homeschoolers just like you! (Membership is FREE and
private.) It's SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, and MATH
(STEM) month at the Co-op, and we're featuring the BEST DEAL ON
THE PLANET for our most popular STEM products, grouped by
subject. |
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Why Accelerated Christian Education?
With so many choices in education available for the
homeschooling parent, Accelerated Christian Education (A.C.E.)
would like to offer help in the decision process. Parents desire
their children to be Godly, academically balanced, and
spiritually mature. Through the unique, self-instructional,
mastery-based concept of A.C.E., you will be given the tools
necessary to foster Scriptural character qualities and
educational excellence in your child. |
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Help
Your Child Achieve Math Success This School Year
The new school year is here and now is
the perfect time to see how ALEKS can help your child
succeed in math! Using artificial intelligence and adaptive,
open-response questioning, ALEKS quickly and accurately
determines what a student knows and is most ready to learn. |
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Flexible
& Online - the Keystone Way
Fall is right around the corner, the time
when most young students are returning to the classroom. But
with Keystone's flexible, online education options, learning
can take place anywhere - and any time - you choose. Our
affordable, self-paced, online program lets students enroll
before traditional schools begin, giving them an academic
edge. Plus, your student can enroll full time or in just a
single course. The choice is yours. |
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An Idea to Make
Homeschool Life Easier
Many homeschoolers have selected Connections Academy as a way to
stay closely involved in their child's education while freeing
themselves from some of the challenging aspects of
homeschooling. Connections Academy is an accredited
school-from-home program for students in grades K-12 offering an
award-winning curriculum, free learning materials and resources
from leading educational publishers, and a personalized learning
plan tailored to your student! |
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Put Some Inspiration In Your Back-To-School
Looking for hands-on math projects? Out-of-the-ordinary science
experiments? Writing challenges that spark the imagination?
Keeping up with rigorous academic standards can, and should, be
inspiring. Oak Meadow's award-winning homeschool curriculum
offers four great ways to get inspired. Does your curriculum
meet the Oak Meadow standard? |
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Getting
Ready for the New Homeschool Year?
Now is the perfect time
to see if an online curriculum like Time4Learning could fit
into your family's homeschool schedule this year. Use it as
a primary curriculum, a supplement to your current method or
as part of an eclectic approach. |
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Sharing
a Great Resource - Homeschool Buyers Co-op
With 85,000+ families,
the Homeschool Buyers Co-op is the world's largest buyers
club for homeschoolers, founded and operated by
homeschoolers just like you! (Membership is FREE and
private). It's time to get BACK TO SCHOOL, and we are
pleased to share with you the BEST DEAL ON THE PLANET for
our most popular products. |
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Boost
Your Child's Success and Confidence in Math
Are you looking for a
personalized curriculum solution that will help your child
succeed in math this school year? Using a unique combination
of learning and assessment, ALEKS quickly and accurately
determines precisely what a student knows, doesn't know, and
what she is most ready to learn. This innovative approach to
math instruction allows students to work at their own pace,
while increasing student success and confidence. |
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Online
Curriculum Discount
For the price of a cup of coffee, approximately $2.73 per
day, you can educate your child from the comfort of your own
home with an excellent traditional curriculum written to
meet the CORE National Standards for learning. Is this
homeschooling? Yes. Do you have to create everything, write
the curriculum, come up with worksheets, figure out what to
teach for Math, and make sure your child is learning at the
level you want them to, No! We have taken the work out of it
for you and created an online curriculum program ready to
use here at Progress Academy |
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Back
to School Special - Try Time4Learning FREE for 14 days
We understand how difficult
choosing a curriculum can be. That's why we're giving away
FREE 14-day memberships to the first 100 families who take
advantage. This trial requires no contract and no credit
card number. Participants will have full access to the
curriculum and parent tools. |
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Creative Ways to Enhance At-Home Learning
Did you know that there's a way to stay closely (and
creatively!) involved in your child's education while freeing
yourself from some of the more time-consuming aspects of
homeschooling? Many homeschoolers have already turned to
Connections Academy, an accredited school-from-home program for
students in grades K-12 offering an award-winning curriculum,
free learning materials and resources from leading educational
publishers, and a personalized learning plan tailored to your
student! |
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Start the School Year Out with Fun
Cobblestone & Cricket has been
publishing magazines for parents, schools, and of course
homeschoolers for over 30 years. Cobblestone & Cricket
offers fourteen award winning titles for children pre-K to
Grade 12, covering a variety of subjects, including:
international and U.S. history, cultural studies, science
and MORE. Cobblestone & Cricket magazines are ad-free,
educational, and they're engaging. They're another way to
get your children excited about learning. Your children will
love getting them in the mail! |
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Why
you shouldn't use this curriculum
Most curriculum publishers will give you a long list of
reasons why their curriculum is the best. We, at Calvert
Education Services, prefer a different approach. We want to
be upfront about what it takes to use our curriculum and let
you decide whether it's the best approach for you and your
child. The truth is.....our curriculum is not for everyone.
Calvert's curriculum is a rigorous program that requires
time and effort by both the parent and the child. However,
many of our Calvert families tell us they can see the
benefits in just a few weeks. |
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Become Your
Child's Learning Coach
Many homeschoolers have
selected Connections Academy as a way to stay closely
involved in their child's education while freeing themselves
from some of the challenging aspects of homeschooling, like
compiling curriculum and creating lesson plans. Connections
Academy is an accredited school-from-home program for
students in grades K-12 offering an award-winning
curriculum, free learning materials and resources from
leading educational publishers, and a personalized learning
plan tailored to your student! |
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Homeschooling
at its Best
elearningK12 is a company
founded by three homeschooling mothers with a vision -- to
enhance the quality of education and family life in North
America (and beyond), through personalized, guided,
Internet-based K-12 curriculum. A smaller company -- they
have turned their dreams into reality -- they have succeeded
in making homeschooling possible for many families in the
United States and in several foreign countries. |
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School-at-Home
Success with Less Stress
Are you already planning ahead for the upcoming school year? Do
you worry you won't be ready in time? Do you have concerns about
guiding your child's educational future? If you've ever become
frustrated with the time-consuming task of finding appropriate
lesson plans and materials or questioned your ability to teach
your child complex subjects, you may be interested to learn that
there's an excellent alternative choice for educating your child
at home--Connections Academy. |
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Top
Notched & Christian-Based
At Oaks Christian Online School, high school
students study college preparatory courses at home, at their own pace, and
with a flexible schedule. Students work one-on-one with engaging, committed
Christian teachers, enjoy a wide selection of college preparatory, honors,
and AP courses, as well as four years of college counseling and spiritual
life activities. Students earn an Oaks Christian Online high school diploma
and receive a transcript that reflects the excellent reputation of Oaks
Christian School. |
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Prepare
now for fall writing instruction and save 30%!
Are you looking for a
student-friendly writing curriculum to help your student
become a better writer, thinker, and learner? The Write
Source homeschool package might be your answer. It includes
a Student Edition, Teacher's Edition, and Assessment
Workbook. |
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Welcome
to American School
The American School offers the best value in
high school distance education--combining affordable tuition and top-quality
curriculum in both print and online formats. In its 115-year history, the
American School has educated more than three million students from across
the country and around the world. |
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Does
College Have to Be So Expensive?
Developing a full-fledged college prep plan is the best way to
make college affordable. Period. Missing even a single step can
add thousands to your total cost. Fortunately, answers to many
of your questions can be found at RSC Your College Prep and
Financial Aid Expert's free web events. Signing up now is one
step you can take to pay for college. |
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Oaks
Christian Stands Apart From Other Online Schools
There are many reasons why families today are choosing to have
their children study online. Whatever the reason, there are more
than 1.5 million U.S. students being educated online today, and
it always comes down to one thing - the student (and his/her
learning experience). |
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Four Helpful
Tips for Evaluating Online Courses
Many parents who are homeschooling turn to the Internet to find
online instructional resources. But determining whether or not
certain online courses are an effective academic solution can be
confusing, so here are four important factors to consider when
evaluating online courses. |
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Red
Tails - a WWII History Lesson
Combine the movie RED TAILS with the Red Tails Educational Study
Guide on our site. The Study Guide includes terms to know, a
list of achievements, discussion questions and so much more. RED
TAILS is a breathtaking tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen--the
unsung heroes who rose above extraordinary challenges and
ultimately soared into history. |
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Two--Three
Years' Growth in as Little as 6-8 Weeks
Many children and adults
struggle with problems related to reading, spelling, and
language comprehension. Factor in diagnoses like dyslexia,
attention deficit disorder, auditory processing disorder,
hyperlexia, and autism, and it can be difficult to know
where to turn for the right educational assistance.
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes provides effective,
results based assistance individuals need. |
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Individualized
Summer Learning for Math
The summer months are an
ideal time to help your child get ahead in math! Whether
you're at home or on the road this summer, ALEKS can be used
to provide each child with a personalized learning path
tailored to his or her individual needs. |
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Keystone
students are free to learn the way they want - and they love it!
At Keystone, setting your own pace--and
following your own path--isn't just an occasional event. It's
how our students learn every day of the year. From anywhere in
the world, our online private school gives young people in
grades 6-12 the flexibility to study exactly the way they need
to. And when learning conditions fit each kid to a tee, the
outcome--time and again--is success. |
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Oaks
Christian Online School
We know at this time of year that parents are
beginning to think about summer school and fall enrollment for their
children. Oaks Christian Online School is offering over 60 college
preparatory, honors, and AP summer school classes in a wide range of
subjects and is also now accepting applications for the Fall 2012. |
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Curriculum
To Inspire Your Child
Choose Pearson Homeschool
for curriculum that is not only affordable, but
comprehensive, fun and engaging! Pearson Homeschool offers a
full line of curriculum that's flexible to fit you and your
child. |
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Could
Public School from Home Mean Less Stress, More Success?
If you, like many
homeschool parents, have ever wondered about the
effectiveness of the curriculum materials you choose or the
progress your child is making, you may want to consider
accredited online schooling, also known as virtual school.
As a mother of four who homeschooled my children for 5 years
before switching to a virtual school, I hope to provide you
with valuable insights into the online school experience. |
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A
Personalized Math Tutor for Each Child
Math tutors can be
expensive, especially when each of your children needs
individual instruction. With ALEKS, it's easy to provide
each child with a personalized math tutor to meet their
individual needs. Students who use ALEKS are given access to
highly-targeted instruction based on the topics they are
exactly ready to learn. With an open-response environment,
ALEKS does not rely on multiple choice questions and ensures
students have truly demonstrated mastery on the topics they
have completed. This unique approach to learning and
assessment makes ALEKS a dynamic curriculum solution for
math. |
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You're
a Great Teacher. Calvert Can Help
Homeschooling your child is one of the most
important decisions you'll ever make as a parent. Calvert wants you to know
that you don't have to go it alone. Included at no extra charge with your
Calvert curriculum order is free, year-round access to Calvert's Education
Counselors. Available when you need them, our experienced teachers are
available by phone, email or live chat with tips, strategies, advice and
answers to your questions. |
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If You Think College
is Just About the Degree Don't Watch This Video
Truth be told, I wasn't homeschooled. But looking back on my
own educational experience, I can tell you this--I have
homeschool envy. The 'conveyor-belt' didn't work for me when
I was a student but now I know why. |
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Be
Bold -- Make Things Happen
Everything you thought that you knew about
preparing your child for the real world HAS CHANGED. Let's look at the
facts...1. The economy is worse than it's ever been since the Great
Depression 2. Unemployment is at an all-time high 3. The cost of college
tuition is the only thing that has not gone down in price, other than health
care.
This leaves you and your child with 2 choices...
Choice 1: Drown
Choice 2: Learn to Swim. |
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Why
Are You Home Schooling Your Kids?
These are some of the most commons answers...1.
"We don't want their minds corrupted by the worldly influence and secular
teachings of our public school system." 2. "Our public school system in our
area is horrible." 3. "We can't afford private school and even if we could
we're not so sure that the influence our kids would be exposed to is any
better than the public school system." |
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Homeschool.com
readers: Act now and save 30% on your Calvert curriculum
Calvert is a complete, rigorous and accredited
curriculum for children in grades preK - 8 with step-by-step lesson manuals
that make teaching easier. Today, Calvert announces exciting news for
readers of Homeschool.com, save 30% on the world-renowned Calvert curriculum
if you pay in full and 20% if you choose our four-month payment plan. |
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For
2012, give your student a fresh start with flexible online learning from
Keystone
The New Year is a great time for change-big or
small-in your student's education. Whatever your family's learning needs
are, now's the right moment to consider Keystone. Our online private school
for grades 6-12 provides a flexible way for students to dive into their
subjects from anywhere in the world, work through lessons any time of the
day, and succeed at their own pace. |
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Homeschooling
Through High School - Options are the Key
Homeschooling through
High School? You can do it and eLearningK12 can help! Their
personalized, guided, Internet-based educational programs
offer many options. For the High School student, these
options include the level of assistance given to the
student, curriculum choices, and individual graduation
tracks. |
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College Financial
Planning
If your child is in high
school, your family may be preparing for the college
application process. One aspect of the college admissions
process that can feel confusing for some families is
financial aid. There are many types of financial assistance
for college, including need-based aid, merit scholarships,
and grants. The School Counseling department at Laurel
Springs is dedicated to helping our students and their
parents navigate the process of applying for financial aid. |
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Supporting Your Child's Potential with Advanced
Placement® and World Language Courses
Being independent and disciplined learners, homeschool
students are known to be top performers in an online
school setting. Is your middle school student ready for
Algebra 1? Does your high school student want to start
earning college credit with an AP® course or become
conversational in Mandarin or Japanese? |
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Is Online Drivers Ed right for your child?
Many teens have one word for driver's education: boring. When I took drivers
ed, I gave up my Saturdays for two months. They used scare-tactics, dull
material, and at times, even taught us dated information. The worse part was
that I somehow found a way to tune out after the first two hours. Nowadays,
online drivers ed classes offer teens a fun and interactive way to take drivers
ed. They can take the course from the comfort of their own home—making it an
ideal solution for homeschooled teens. |
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Setting Students Up for College Success
Is your child planning on going to college? Keystone
High School is committed to helping students get on the
path to college acceptance. |
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How to Prepare Your Homeschooler for College
Your twelve-year old child dashes through your backyard
sprinkler, giggling with a friend. They're still so young --
no need to think about colleges and jobs, right? Well, you'd
be surprised. Students with college and career ambitions
need to start early -- particularly with the right courses
and activities throughout the high school years. Learn more
about what the College Board recommends for your child who
wishes to go to a college or university. |
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Keystone - Because Results Matter
Once a parent realizes that there are differences among the
long distance options, the big question arises, how does one
go about choosing a long distance educational program? Does
the parent look at cost? Probably. At the curriculum? Most
definitely. But how about looking at the results/success of
the program? Aren't results and success an appropriate gauge
for judging just about anything, especially a school?
Keystone National High School (for grades 6-12) would like
you to look at their results. |
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Preparing Homeschoolers for College Admission
As parents, we want our children to aim high and to believe
the goal of attending college is achievable. To help our
children meet this goal, we sacrifice to provide the
opportunities that will allow them to attend college. We
invest in their futures monetarily, we help them with
homework, we advise them, we entice them, and we push them.
We do all that we can to maximize our children's
opportunities! |
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High School Literature - An Important And Enjoyable
Subject To Share With Your Teenager
Why is the study of high school literature so important? Of
course, we want our children to be well read, and hopefully
to enjoy reading in general. But at the high school level,
perhaps reading is secondary to the resulting thought
processes. When a student reads, a student also thinks. The
critical and creative thought processes, discussions, and
debates that result when a student and teacher analyze and
interpret a piece of literature are boundless. Doing this
within the family unit allows the parents the ability to
interject their feeling, beliefs, values and ideas, making
the entire process a learning and bonding experience.
Following, are suggestions that will make this process an
enjoyable one for you and your family. |
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Homeschooling Your Child Through High School
Home schooling
throughout the high school years is very appealing for many
families. No one can underestimate the demands of High
School, especially in this competitive time for young
adults, as they prepare for college and their future
livelihood. Preparing a high school curriculum for your
student can be a daunting task. No matter what type of
student your child is, you should focus on a strong breadth
of courses for their High School years. |
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Getting a Jump on College Credit
The University of Missouri, through their Center for
Distance and Independent Study, has exceptional programs of
interest to all homeschoolers, including elementary, middle,
and high-school programs, plus their dual-enrollment
program, which saves high-school families time and money by
allowing their high-school students to earn college credit
while still attending high school. |
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Prepare for College
With a Proven Homeschool Partner
Is your homeschooler thinking about college? Partnering with
a college prep homeschool program and a college counselor
will save you from many sleepless nights, especially during
a recession. A reputable college prep homeschool program
must have the appropriate services in place to hold your
hand and advise you as you chart the unknown waters of the
college application process. Many families don't realize
there are steps to take as early as middle school to ensure
your child's college placement. And during these hard
economic times, families can benefit from a knowledgeable
financial aid and scholarship advisor. |
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College Admissions for
Homeschoolers
The college admissions process is a stressful one but the
good news for homeschooling students (and their parents) is
that the procedure has recently become easier and
simpler.... |
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Homeschooling the
College Bound Student
There are many reasons for homeschooling a student – some of
the most commonly stated are: 1) to provide individualized
instruction to meet a students' needs, 2) to include
religious or other important values that are not offered
elsewhere; or, 3) to allow a student to work at their own
pace. |
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High School
Homeschooling FAQ's
While still firmly committed to the idea of homeschooling
and the choices it provides, many parents begin to second
guess their decision as their child approaches the high
school age. Some believe they are not qualified to teach the
challenging subject matter, others worry that their child
will have difficulty being accepted into a college without a
traditional high school diploma, and still others worry that
high school is a key time for youth to begin to socialize
with other young adults in a formalized setting. |
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Homeschoolers
Today's Colleges Want You
In the early 1980's, mass media jumped on the news that
Grant, the eldest homeschooled son of Micki and David
Colfax, gained entrance to Harvard University. Grant's
appearance on The Tonight Show marked the beginning of the
media's fascination with the idea that young men and women
who never attended school could get into some of the
nation's most prestigious universities and colleges. Today,
homeschoolers moving on to college has become a matter of
course, so there's no reason to miss the rewards of
homeschooling, even during the high school years, if your
child wants to attend college. |
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Financial Help for
Homeschooling Support Groups
Homeschooling has always been more of a grassroots endeavor
which lets families stay true to their philosophies by
allowing them to create individualized learning environments
and educational programs to meet their own needs. It also
means that like-minded individuals can collaborate to
improve the process through supportive groups without the
bureaucracy associated with traditional school
organizations. |
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Awesome Test Taking Strategies
Most states require
some achievement testing on a scheduled basis and
many homeschooling families use standardized tests
as an evaluation tool. Either way, standardized
achievement tests are a part of homeschooling and
just like traditional students, homeschoolers need
to know how best to succeed. |
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