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    Posted: 08/Sep/2011 at 5:26pm
We'll be pulling our 10 year old out of PS in the next week or so and begin to homeschool her.  She has a learning disability that they've diagnosed as ADD.  Her public school just isn't working for her, as they can't stay on her pace, and she's getting left behind.  Does anyone here have any suggestions on a good curriculum for her (or some that we should look into?)  I've looked at abeka, but I'm scared this one may be too fast for her.  I don't think she'll have the motivation (or the attention span) to sit through long hours of book time, video time, etc.  She needs direct interaction.   I also looked at K12....but I'm a bit confused about this one.  would she work directly with the same school she's in now?  Because if that's the case, I'm not sure that's a good fit for her either.  Are there other programs that we could work at "her" pace, but that aren't limiting her potential either?  I'd rather her not fall too far behind, and when she gets into highschool, I'd like to use something that's accredited so that she can get the credits she needs for graduation and college.   We are in GA if that helps :)  
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Welcome.

The virtual school you're looking at isn't homeschooling; it's public school at home. It's not something I recommend. You can buy K12 on your own and do it, and I've heard good comments about that. It's the governement-funded virtual school I cannot recommend.

Private homeschooling will give you the most flexibility.

I also don't recommend doing all ABeka. Individual subjects are fine, but doing the whole thing...no.

Here's the link to Home School Legal Defense Association's analysis of GA law. My very strong recommendation is to join HSLDA before you take your dc out of school.

GA has a big homeschool population. You'll find links to organizations on HSLDA's site, too. It would be good for you to connect with local homeschoolers as soon as possible.

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Thank you! We are very familiar with all of the GA laws concerning homeschooling, but thank you for that info!  I'm actually not surprised GA has a big homeschooling population, the schools here aren't all that fabulous and it's frustrating.  
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Why not take a year an deschool, get her back into the "I
love learning" mode. You can learn about a great tool you
create with no cost, with which you can open up her world
to science, math, art, history, etc. at her pace without
any curriculum called The Closet. When a child loves
learning and isn't feeling frustrated then their ability
to learn and desire to learn soar. Just google The Closet
to find out how to make one. Then enjoy some deeper
learning experiences, a sweeter relationship with her and
certainly brighter inspirations. Good luck in your
efforts. It may seem daunting aqt first but what you are
doing is an example of really taking the reins of your
calling as a parent. More power to you!!
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Remember that whatever you choose right now is not a forever decision!!
I have used www.time4learning.com for several years with my youngest child who has Asperger's. It often works well with children who have challenges. It is a basic secular curriculum that costs just $20 a month and you are not locked in which is one reason why I don't mind recommending it. I would definitely NOT go with Abeka for a child who has been struggling.

I think you are going to experience a huge relief once you make this leap. School is so stressful with children who do not fit for whatever reason. Take a look at this site to see if you "see" your child in there somewhere and be encouraged! The system failed your child - not the other way around:
http://www.squidoo.com/Right_Brained_Learner

~Karen in NC
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