Homeschool thoughts

lala — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 17:15:59 GMT

Hi all. this is probably a little premature since my ds is only 5 months old. i would like any tips on homeschooling. my dh and i have decided we will homeschool or send him to private school if we can afford it. when we mentioned homeschooling to my inlaws my mil said "what about solicialization?'

we have friends with small kids and there are plenty of organizations that my kid can join. how many of you have come across nay sayers?

i want to teach my child self reliance and give him the best education that he deserves. is there anything wrong with that?

Re: Lonely "only" homeschooled teen

elsie — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 20:12:24 GMT

Check with the Boy Scouts of America. Their Exploring program (for ages 14-20) is open to girls and offers groups focused on careers, hobbies, or special interests. If there isn't already a group that she likes in your area, the BSA will help you start one.

The BSA has high standards for character (for both youth and adult leaders), plus the low dues include group insurance coverage for field trips. If you identify any promising leaders, the BSA offers leadership development and recognition programs--great for college applications and adult life.

If you prefer to attract only girls, then you can focus your Post (the BSA's term for individual clubs) on girly activities. However, I would strongly encourage you to leave your group open to the occasional boy who may be interested. You will find that diversity improves the learning experience for everybody. My Post's chief advisor always said that opening up our previously boys-only Post to girls (and we never had more than one female member at any given time) was a tremendous improvement.

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Homeschool thoughts

Re: Lonely "only" homeschooled teen