Archive for May, 2007

Homeschooling Resources - Local Church Groups Provide Support 

This past year has been very interesting.  Not only did our family join a new church but my wife became very active in a local church organization called MOPS.  For those who don’t know what MOPS is, the accronym provides a good clue - “Mothers of Pre-Schoolers”.  Although not associated directly with our curch, this […]

Homeschooling - Why Mothers Are Key To The Whole Thing 

We all know that parents play an integral role in the ultimate success or failure of a homeschooling system.  The commitment to success must be made by both student and teacher.  Ultimately, in homeschooling, this often comes down to the mother.
Now while I don’t know specific numbers, I would imagine that the vast majority of […]

Homeschooling Resources - Help For Those Using A Becka 

Choosing the right homeschooling curriculum can be a challenge for even the most dedicated parent.  Deciding what material and system works best can often take a “test it and see how it works” approach.  Fortunately, with the internet, help and advice is just a few clicks away.
For parents either considering or already using the A […]

Homeschooling - Is It The Thorn In the Teacher’s Union Side? 

If there is one word that appears to cause more controversy than most among education discussions, that word has to be “homeschooling”.   For as long as I can remember, the discussion of homeschooling has brought up a whole range of emotions both positive and negative.  But what I have never really understood until recently is […]

Homeschooling Online - How The Internet Has Changed The Home School Game 

We live in an exciting time.  What was thought impossible just a few short years ago is coming to reality today before our very eyes.  From politics to education to everything in between, our world is becoming smaller and smaller due to the incredible technology available today.
Think about it.   Less than 20 years ago, parents […]