Many distance education providers focus on the high
school experience, since this is often where a disconnect from traditional
schools takes place, either through bad choices that result in the need for
recovery options or through personal choice.
While distance education can offer students
a more convenient or alternative method to a traditional learning setting, it
can also be an expensive or precarious undertaking because of the variety of
programs available online. With a little research, homeschoolers can locate very
affordable, quality online education programs such as the one offered by
Citizens' High School.
One of the greatest advantages of
homeschooling is that the learning environment does not have to emulate the
traditional classroom setting. Yet many parents start their homeschooling
experiences with a traditional textbook and worksheet format because of its
familiarity. The good news is that there are offerings that allow students to
learn while breaking away from the methods that feel stale to today's
students.
We contacted Laurel Springs and asked them WHY they had so
many high caliber athletes. They gave us these impressive Quick Facts about
their curriculum. They said that they treat ALL of their students as if they
were famous stars or world class athletes.
Are you feeling rested up from Christmas vacation and eager
to begin homeschooling again?
Are you feeling a bit behind and eager to catch
up?
Or, are you transferring to homeschooling mid-year and just
starting out?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this
newsletter is for you.