Virtual Classes
Parents who choose to homeschool their children may not realize all the opportunities they have at their disposal. One of the options our family took advantage of was the world of virtual classes, also known as online classes. When I began our homeschooling journey,...
Uniquely Female
Women (like yourself, I presume) have always had to juggle many titles and positions. The various roles we must fill, if not guarded and balanced, can cause us to lose a sense of who we are at our core: uniquely female. Moms who choose to homeschool, a unique role...
High School Transcripts vs. Portfolios
Understanding the difference between a high school portfolio and a transcript is important for homeschool moms. Let’s begin with defining the terms. Portfolio A portfolio may be required yearly by your state. Parents usually compile a list of subjects studied, books...
Homeschooling: Recipe for Success
Many homeschool moms struggle with the fear that only a certified teacher is “qualified” to execute the task of teaching their children. I have known many women who have educated their children quite successfully without having a teaching degree. The three...
Beautifully Broken
Such an odd title, isn't it? How can something be beautifully broken? Broken: in pieces, not put together, and most importantly not perfect. The word broken conjures such sad, negative emotions. That is usually the case because we fail to see the beauty of how the...