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Texas company helps homeschoolers ‘dig into agriculture’ through garden grantsHomeschoolers interested in agriculture can enjoy a little financial help along the way – by applying for 15 $200 garden grants through the Texas Farm Bureau (TFB). “The garden… Read More
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California homeschoolers soar to new heights with customized airport tour, intro to aviation careersOne enterprising mom in California capitalized on her son’s curiosity about airplanes to organize a special field trip: a customized airport tour just for homeschoolers. “It was a blessing that… Read More
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Hegseth has good news for military families trapped in gov’t schools(Daily Caller News Foundation) – The Pentagon will draw up plans to assess and potentially improve homeschooling options for military-connected families, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a memo released… Read More
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NY district denies graduation ceremony to homeschooler despite extracurricular participationThe Gloversville Enlarged School District in New York has denied a homeschool student’s request to graduate with its class of 2025, the local CBS affiliate reports. Read More
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Homeschool mom: Lawmakers should pursue ‘Goldilocks laws’ when considering measures to stop child abuseLawmakers in Connecticut need to guard against “legislating as a reaction to isolated cases of terrible abuse,” argues one homeschool mom. “In the words of a childhood fairytale, when it… Read More
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Homeschooling offers escape from New Mexico’s ‘failing public schools,’ former NASA aerospace engineer arguesParents in the “Land of Enchantment” are increasingly disenchanted with dismal educational outcomes statewide, says one New Mexico mom. “When I ask parents why they pulled their kids out of… Read More
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Homeschooling numbers in New York continue skyrocketing years after COVID-19 pandemicThe Empire State may soon be known for a different kind of empire – a growing domain of homeschoolers. “According to a study by the Empire Center, in 2018, 37%… Read More
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Homeschoolers score major rankings at Texas esports championshipsTexas homeschool students have placed two of their teams in the top five at a statewide gaming contest – all within one year of their group’s existence. “The accomplishment is… Read More
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North Dakota homeschool co-op logs impressive growth in first yearCapstone, a faith-based homeschool co-operative in North Dakota, has already reached impressive heights within one year of its formation. “The group has expanded so much that they’ve currently capped the… Read More
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Colorado homeschoolers win state science tournament for middle, high school divisionsTeamwork and other social talents spurred Colorado middle-school and high-school homeschoolers to win a Science Olympiad tournament this month – setting them up for a nationwide contest in May. “The… Read More
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Illinois homeschool bill views parents as ‘potentially dangerous, incompetent,’ commentary warnsA bill targeting homeschoolers in Illinois threatens the right of parents to choose the education they believe is best for their children, a recent commentator warned. “The sponsors of (House… Read More
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Former public-school teacher, homeschool mom warns Illinois bill will hurt black familiesBorn and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Aziza Butler is passionate about educating the next generation of black children – which is why she opposes recent legislation… Read More
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New York should revise educational policies that ‘kill innovation,’ commentary arguesJailed for teaching children in small groups? As Orwellian as it sounds, such a scenario is already written into New York’s law – where homeschool parents are forbidden to provide… Read More
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Military families homeschooled at double the nationwide rate even before COVID-19, survey findsWhile the COVID-19 pandemic caused an explosion in homeschool growth, a significant population group had already discovered the benefits of this alternative educational approach years earlier:… Read More
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Homeschooling in Minnesota continues to grow after COVID-19 uptickMinnesota mom Jamie Wagner had expected her daughter would attend a public kindergarten – until the COVID-19 pandemic. “They were trying to do school over Zoom or keep the kids… Read More
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Growth in homeschooling ‘twice exceptional’ children showcases limitations of public educationMore parents are choosing to homeschool than ever before – especially those with “twice-exceptional” children, argues an educational researcher who specializes in giftedness. “It may be particularly frustrating for parents… Read More
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100 to 1 in opposition to Illinois Homeschool Act ahead of hearing(The Center Square) – Nearly 4,000 opposition slips have been filed against a measure in Illinois to regulate homeschooling. That’s 100 times more than the nearly 40 who have filed… Read More
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Challenges in public schools driving more Texas parents to consider homeschoolingOngoing safety concerns at her son’s elementary school in Texas have caused Sarah Jackson to switch to homeschool. “My son is 5 years old and I am definitely going to… Read More
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Homeschool students are happier, more engaged and more likely to be married(The Washington Stand) – As U.S. public school scores plunge yet again, a new study shows homeschool students are more likely to report positive mental health outcomes, to be married and… Read More
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Proposed homeschooling mandates in Illinois facing strong opposition(The Center Square) – Proposed legislation that would create oversight requirements on Illinois homeschooling is being denounced in Springfield. The Homeschool Act in House Bill 2827 would add… Read More