Our Quiz Can Help You Choose
The Jones family decided they were ready for a change. They filed a letter of intent and began homeschooling their 3 children. They say it was the best thing they ever did!
The Smiths saw change coming, too. Mrs. Smith accepted a position at work which would require a great deal of globe-trotting. They thought the travel would be a great opportunity for their children so they decided to give school-at-home a try. Turned out to be a perfect fit!
Homeschool and school-at-home – a matter of semantics?
Homeschool is when parents accept full responsibility for their child’s education. From choosing and implementing the curriculum to managing proper records and requirements, it’s up to Mom and Dad. School-at-home is when children are enrolled in an educational program that is completed from home (or anywhere!). The school of choice is responsible for managing learning and issuing transcripts and diplomas.
How are homeschool and school at home alike?
- Parents determine the environment
- Parents provide enrichment activities
- Parents direct social opportunities
- Families set their learning schedule
- Both produce students well equipped for higher learning or technical careers
How are they different?
Homeschool |
School-at-Home |
| • Parents implement lessons
• Parents grade work • Parents keep records and provide documents
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• Teachers or program implements lessons
• Teachers or program grade work • School keeps records and issues documents |
How do I know which is right for my family?
Take the following quiz to help determine which is best for your family –
- Do you feel comfortable choosing a curriculum for your student?
- Do you have the time to help with lessons?
- Are you comfortable keeping records?
- Do you feel confident you can keep your student learning in a structured manner?
- Are you comfortable with high school level courses?
- Can you be consistent tracking student progress?
- Do you have time to grade work?
- Do you have time to familiarize yourself with subject material to assist students as needed?
If you answered “No” more often than “Yes,” school-at-home just might be the way to go for your family.
Excellent Options for Homeschool and School-at-Home
If you choose to homeschool and would like to use online curriculum, Global Student Network is well worth looking into. At www.globalstudentnetwork.com you can compare and view demos of 6 different learning options. Christian, secular, honors, career/technical, high school electives – GSN has it all for grades K-12.
If school-at-home seems a better fit, International Virtual Learning Academy is an online private school with two unique features. First, parents can choose which curriculum their student will use. Each curriculum is supported by highly qualified teachers. Second, each student is placed with a mentor who facilitates homeroom sessions so students have opportunities for connection and collaboration with other students. You can learn more about IVLA by visiting www.internationalvla.com.