How to get started with home schooling, in Ohio?

Question

My son will be starting kindergarten this fall, and we would like to homeschool him. We live within the Columbus, OH school district, and we don't want him in that system, and he has some speach difficulties that he is currently working on that will prevent him being admitted to any private schools. What are some programs available? Links are appriciated!

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Answer 1

Ohio does have some requirements you'll need to meet.  Here's a look at your homeschool laws:

http://www.hslda.org/laws/default.asp?St...

Beyond that, you need to find out what method you want to use to teach your son:

http://www.successful-homeschooling.com/...

Then choose a curriculum.  I really like the following for kindergarten:

http://www.winterpromise.com

http://www.fiarhq.com/

http://www.mfwbooks.com/

Or you can go with a traditional textbook program:

http://www.abeka.com

http://www.bjupress.com

http://www.aop.com

http://www.aceministries.com

http://www.rodandstaffbooks.com

It really depends on your child and his needs.  You can see reviews of different curricula at:

http://www.homeschoolreviews.com

Here's your state organization.  Going to a convention would probably be very helpful.

http://www.cheohome.org/

More general info on homeschooling below:

Answer 2

My friend has a nice site that has a lot of information on Homeschooling.  She is a Christian lady who belongs to many groups cover that same subject.  I know she would be more then willing to help you find what you want.  You might want to joing her Homeschooling group.

The URL is:

http://www.hstreasures.com/

Check out the Accelerated-Achievement link on her page:

http://www.hstreasures.com/a-squared.htm...

She has a lot of resources and free stuff.  I'm sure she would be willing to guide you and answer any questions about Homeschooling.

Ron