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I like what I see about homeschooling, but I'm just not ready to go all the way. Can I send my child to school and homeschool at the same time?
Home » Home School » Is homeschooling for me? » I like what I see about homeschooling, but I'm just not ready to go all the way. Can I send my child to school and homeschool at the same time?Posted by Your Guide on March 15, 2006 5:26 PM
Absolutely. And honestly, whether you realize it or not, all families participate in some form or another of home education, though it may not be a conscious choice. Any time a parent gets involved in a child’s education, be it of an academic nature, or anything else, learning takes place. Maybe you are a parent who likes what your local public or private school has to offer in most areas, but have concerns in only a couple of things. You can alleviate those concerns by becoming your child’s own tutor before or after school or you can “make up” those missing pieces on the weekends. While becoming even more involved in your child’s education is a very honorable goal, it is still important to let your children be children and consider his/her educational capacity. If your child goes to school from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. everyday they simply may not be able to absorb any more information. Children do need to be given ample time to recharge and rejuvenate.
Something else to consider is that many areas offer supplemental programs for the homeschooling family. These programs can range from a once a week class to a more formal school-type setting where the child goes to classes on two non-consecutive days of the week and completes their studies at home on the other days. This is sometimes referred to as a “university model” program and can be an ideal solution for the family who wants the best of both worlds.
Sources:
http://www.nhen.org
http://www.challenernky.com
http://www.sonlight.com
http://youcanhomeschool.org
http://hslda.org
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