I want to be home schooled?

Question

I really hate high school. I have friends and everything, that parts fine. But I just truly dislike it so much that I can barely stand it. Last year, my first year, I cried almost everyday because being there was pure torture. I failed a couple of my classes so I had to repeat freshman year again. I told myself I would suck it up and do as best as I could. Today was the first day, and now I remember all the reasons why I hate it so much. It's not that I'm not smart, I used to be an honors student. I just.. can't take it anymore. I want to be home schooled, using Penn Foster or something, but my parents think differently. Even after I told them I would pay for it all, once I get a job in November.

I really want to fulfill my dream of becoming a successful writer but I don't think the way I'm going will help me reach that goal.

Any advice?

Answer 1

Check to see if your state allows virtual schooling through charter schools.  They are generally free and you get a complete curriculum.  Look at k12. com and see if they offer a school in your state.  That way there would be no expense and the curriculum is excellent.

Answer 2

I was in your same position and now I am homeschooled through Penn Foster.  I pay for it myself.  Also, if you do finish your highschool diploma through Penn Foster you can take their writing courses that they offer.  

I pay for my own school.  It's $900 if you pay for it at once, or you can pay $34 a month.  If you send them your transcripts it will be cheaper because they will give you credit for any classes that you have had a passing grade for.  

If you are under 18 you will have to register as a homeschooler.  www.hslda.org is the website to find the laws for homeschooling.  

The study units for Penn Foster are easy to learn on your own.  It's considered independent studies.

Answer 3

Have you sat down and spoke with your parents about why you want to be homeschooled. It might be worth writing down all of your reasons.

Since you have access to a computer, type up the list in free form, just random thoughts about any and all reasons. Don't worry if it's good for bad right now. Then go back and revise the list and toss off the ones that don't make sense or are not good arguments and then rank them.

After doing this, sit down and ask your parents to talk with you about this. From the limited information above, it sounds like there are some real issues for you. I'd talk with your parents and see what options are out there. Can you do a partial homeschool and partial in seat classes? Are your parents at home? Are they concerned that you won't get the same level of schooling? Are there options for you to take online classes?

Answer 4

my son is try a virtual school in wisconsin. called iq academy.

It's just like real school but you stay at home. They give

you a lap top computer & printer to use and all you have to pay for is the shipping for all your books. It's great.

maybe there is one in your state?

Answer 5

You are being home schooled. The first thing in life is to learn and even if you dont like it learning about other people is important. So your parents are forcing you into school. Welcome to the real world everyone is forced into something. I am forced to work everyday I would love to be home worked. Get over it grow up and make a living....