Are you intimidated by the anticipation of homeschooling high school?
The goal of every good parent is to one day work themselves out of a job. Homeschooling parents generally feel a great deal of personal responsibility for their child's hereafter success. We've put in the time and effort, and now it's time to see if our grand experiment was successful. Talk about pressure!
College Textbooks
The good news is, you have likely been on this journey for years and you have all the tools you need to successfully homeschool high school. Begin by having a discussion with your teen about his or her goals for the future, and organize a program that will help achieve those goals.
First, make sure your program meets your state's requirement for high school graduation. If your teen plans to enter the workforce immediately after homeschooling high school, you will also want to equip him or her with good interview skills, a strong work ethic, and any specialized training or licesning needed for the chosen field.
If your child wants to pursue college after high school, you will need to make sure he or she has at least 4 years of English, 3-4 year of math, 2-3 years of communal studies, 3-4 years of science and 2-3 years of the same foreign language.
Applying for College
Almost every college will want a transcript of your student's high school years. A transcript is simply a document showing the courses your trainee took in high school, along with a grade for each procedure and an ample gradepoint average.
You can get ready pro transcripts for your teen directly from your home computer. One of my favorite resources for high school record-keeping is The Easy Truth About Homeschool Transcripts.
Some colleges advise that homeschoolers gift a portfolio when applying, although it is far more likely that any colleges to which your child applies will only want a transcript. A portfolio may consist of examples of the student's work, high school reading lists and information regarding extracurricular activities. Think of a portfolio as a scrapbook of your student's high school career.
Homeschool Testing
The homeschooler's college application process is indubitably not very separate from the communal school student. Most colleges want either the Sat or Act before admitting a student. Check with the personel colleges to rule which test they require. Required scores for admission vary widely depending upon the college.
There are numerous Sat/Act prep courses and online study guides available. It is advisable for your trainee to take the Sat and or Act while their junior year so he or she will have time to take one or both tests again in the fall of their senior year.
Many students are able to boost their scores by retaking the exams. Be aware that studies have shown most students scores peak the second time they take the exams. Scores indubitably decline for most students when they take the tests for a third or fourth time.
Selecting a College
One of the most foremost decisions made while homeschooling high school is choosing a college. Don't make college decisions based entirely on the cost of the college. Very few habitancy end up paying the whole cost printed on college websites. Financial aid and scholarships are available for the vast majority of students. Colleges have financial aid officers to help walk you straight through the application process.
Don't wait until your student's senior year to begin visiting colleges. This is something that can begin years prior to high school graduation.
If your trainee is concerned in attending colleges more than a few hours from your home, you will want to come up with a game plan to visit college campuses. Let the colleges know you are arrival and program a campus tour. At this time, you will also be able to sit down with an admissions officer, meet with professors in areas of interest for your trainee and discuss financial aid with a financial aid officer.
Don't put all of your eggs in one basket. It is good to have a few options available.
Alternatives to original College Experience
Online courses and society colleges are a great alternative to immediate entry into a four-year institution. This is a good option for the trainee who is trying to save money or generate a proven track record before applying (or reapplying) to a four-year college. It's also a good option for the trainee who isn't quite ready to leave the nest.
Homeschooling High School - making ready Your Teen For College and Beyond
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