Finished Homeschooling - What happens now?

Question

I’ve completed my homsechooling coursework, and have been wondering what I need to do next. My main question is whether or not the local school board (in Ohio) gives out a test I need to take? Since I started homeschooling, I’ve been required to give them (the people at the superintendent’s office, that is) progress reports and transcripts of my grades. Now that I’m finished, is there a test I have to take?

I plan on getting my GED within the next few weeks, and that’s not what I’m asking about. What I mean is, does the school board/superintendent’s office give out a test homeschoolers are required to take after they end their schoolwork?

Answer 1

No, there is no need to take a test. If you are 18 and done, there's absolutely no problem because you don't need to notify for next year. If you are younger than that and done, your parents would probably simply tell them in the year-end report that you have completed your high school studies.

Is there a reason you think you need the GED? Your parents can issue you a diploma. Avoid getting the GED unless there's some real need for it.

Answer 2

The only way to be sure about the laws in Ohio is to contact the HSLDA.org  They have all of the information you could ever want.

One important thing to think about is this --- IF your state does not require a GED -- don't waste your money.  Instead, go to collegeboard.com and sign up for the college bound SAT.  Pay the fee and go to the assigned place to take the test.  See how well you do and sign up for college classes.  If you do not place high enough to receive special scholarships and cannot otherwise afford college go to your local community college and take the required placement test.  The CC counselors will tell you which courses that you need to start with.  Choose a course of study -- science, math, business, or whatever you like --- take the classes that you can afford and begin working toward a 2 yr associate's degree.  Many of these can be transfered to a 4 yr college or university.  

You shouldn't have to take the GED unless you are attempting to join the military or trying to get a government job.  Most jobs will only look at your college level work anyway.  

If you want to get into the workforce without going to college then it is perfectly feasible to find a job.  Go to people that know you and like you.  

My children do not acquire GED certificates.  One is a supervisor at work for vinyl graphics installation, one is working on her 4 yr college degree, one is a full time nanny, and the youngest is still homeschooling -- he has many job offers and nobody seems to care about the GED.

Answer 3

If you've been sending stuff in to the superintendant, then it sounds like you've been doing home*bound* schooling, not homeschooling (where a parent teaches you).

I've never heard of any district giving HS'ers an "exit" exam of any kind.  If you're doing homebound through your district, you'll get a diploma just like everyone else.  If you're doing homeschooling, then your parents will issue you a diploma.

Answer 4

Here's some information from HSLDA that may help:

http://www.hslda.org/highschool/diploma....

Congrats on finishing your program!

Answer 5

You should be able to just have your Mom issue you a diploma. Besides many colleges and employers frown upon GED's because those are usually for those that have dropped out of school or couldn't finish school.

Now is the time to apply at either a 2 year college or a 4 year. get a copy of your transcripts and go and apply.