Should i homeschool my daughter?

Question

I dont want to send her to school. If I send her to school I have to fear for her life everyday. School is supposed to be a safe place to send her but its not and I dont want to put her in danger. Does anybody know what I need to do to start. And do you think this is a good idea.

Answer 1

Homeschooling is a WONDERFUL way to help your kids develop.  

First off, you need to know your states laws on home schools.  Go to the district to find out what the qualifications and laws are.  Once you have that then it is easy to get started.  There are as many ways to home school as there are kids...which is one of the reasons that I love home schooling!  If you run into a problem then it is easy to back off teaching and do something else for a while..then go back to what you were originally doing once the child relaxes about it.  It is wonderful gift to give your kids.

As a side note, your child may not have all the opportunities for socialization, but that is where YOU step in and create those opportunities.  Besides, I thought school was there to LEARN, not to socialize.  You will also have control on who your kids are around also.

Answer 2

I went to public school until high school then switched....I still hang out with all my old friends and I've maxde new friends through a homeschooling support group in our area. I have lots of friends through church and through other friends. I have alot more time to volunteer and get ready for college this way because im not so preoccupied with partys and homework......homeschooling is cool and the social thing is just a myth. most universitys and colleges actually look for homeschooled students because they have learnt the ability of teaching themselves and have had more LIFE experiences and less chance of having had used drugs and achool.....I admit I still loved my elementry years but it really is up to you.  Research some more before deciding....I used the program by ABEKA ACADEMY www.abekaacademy.org    and its cool........

Answer 3

Hi im homeschooled   here my email  [e-mail]

has she ever been to school before

Answer 4

My advice to you is to send her to school. If she's homeschooled then she won't have a large social life. Probably no friends either. And school really isn't that dangerous of a place. Just think about it.

Answer 5

There are over a million children in the US being homeschooled; you are definitely not alone in thinking it's a good idea.

How old is your daughter? If she's young, you've got time to read what you can, find local groups to get connected with, etc. You'll need to know the legal requirements for where you live and then figure out how you want to homeschool. Consider also writing out a vision for your homeschool. You have one component already: a safe existence. Think about your daughter's whole being and what you want to bring into her life to help her in her development.

If she's already school age, start with a state-based homeschool association to find out the laws and take care of that aspect of it. Then start with what you are comfortable with while you figure out the details.

ADDED: The prom is NOT important. We didn't even have a prom where I lived. It's only important if you've glorified it to be important; it has no importance in and of itself.

As for the issue of making friends, there are plenty of opportunities for that: homeschool groups, swimming lessons, sports teams and more. There's probably a lot available where you live. Just seek it out!

Answer 6

I think you shouldn't because in school, you make friends, you're "living the real life".

School is not danger, you know, if she goes to homeschool, she might be depressive at last, and she wouldn't have experienced the Prom. Which is really important, especially for a girl !!

Answer 7

Dont homeschool her take the risk.

Answer 8

home-schooling does NOT affect your social life.  I have just as many friends as kids from school, and mainly more 'quality' friends.  I play a ton of classical music, and I play tennis, so I really only come into the elite public-schoolers.   I am also blessed to not have to deal with the peer pressure etc. that you get at school for drugs, alcohol, s*x, etc.

I don't think you should send your child to school simply for the social life.  I meet people from all over the world because my dad builds flutes and we've had people from China to Antarctica coming to take classes!

You also can go at your own pace.  If your insanely good at math, you can to Calc. in 7th grade, and go to college the next year!  You also have TONS more time for music, sports, or whatever else you want to do.   If I'm having a good day, I can finish my school by 10AM, and have the rest of the day to do whatever I want!

Of course, if your child isn't capable of motivating themselves, then you should send them to a school with deadlines etc., because if you don't finish your books before summer, then you have to sacrifice your whole summer just to reach the end of the book...

Answer 9

I think children need the social interaction that they get from playing and learning with other children in school.  Most schools are really safe.  If you are concerned, maybe look into enrolling her into a private school.

Answer 10

I was "Unschooled" in an crumbling family [ sheesh]. But I know you are talking about a Whole different ball game, however I am probably the most lonely young lady in the world [ given I did not fit into the "homeschool" category] My point?? To be "homeschooled" you and attract friends in general you kind of have to have a "sheltered" and most of the time "religious" life since you are not dealing with the "Public" majority . And If you have "Modern" family problems (even minor) or do NOT see your immediate family( your daughter"s aunts/uncles/grandparents) on a consistent basis then all I can say is - IT AIN"T GONNA WORK  - Since for socializaton "homeschool" is 100% based First on  The Family foundation , Blood, and the Strength of it. I'm sure you are trying to keep your little girl safe (bless you 4 that) but why don"t you consider a wonderful private school (most all are very safe) and it would not cost much. Like I said if her extended/ your immediate family is falling apart then she might feel that void even deeper. ( I know I certainly did)

Answer 11

O.M..G YEAH U SHOULD NO DUHHH. WHAT KIND OF STUPID QUESTION IS THAT.

Answer 12

Home schooling is a great option to  public school. First find out your state's requirements, because in some states it is easier than others ( www.hslda.org will help you with this.) I currently am home schooling my 5 year old on a regular schedual, and I am life learing my 2 year old, because strucred learning is hard for that age. From a mother's stance it is one of the best things I can do for my kids, and I love the hands on approach. We get to spend as much time as needed to learn a subject it is alot less stress.

Answer 13

no homeschool can really hurt ones social skills when growing up, and they wont have very many friends, not to mention miss out on a great childhood. Im in highschool now and if i was homeschooled i would not be the great person i am right now.

Answer 14

Homeshchooling doesn't effect you're social skills. My goodness. Usually you have to have a homeschool cover school for homeschooling to be legit, in my homeschool group there are over 65 juniors and 68 seniors. I have no idea how many lower-age children they are. But there are a lot more people who are homeschooled now. Being homeschooled has so many advantages. And no, we're not unsocial. I'm very outgoing, and I love to help people. My homeschool group has every sport you can imagine from Football to Diving. We have dances and events. We even have our own yearbook (I'm also on the yearbook committee)... Okay that takes care of the social side.

By homeschooling you can control what you're children learn & how much they learn (based on their learning needs that YOU as a Mom know). Things like that are great if you don't want your child to be completely confused about his Algebra homework- you can work through it on their own pace.

I don't know how else to put it. I think homeschooling is fantastic, I'm very thankful I'm homeschooled. I get to graduate early and I'm not so caught up in this silly girl drama that I see all over the place. Sometimes it's just completely ridiculous..

Answer 15

Yes if you can swing it, I say homeschool.  I hope to do that for my children some day.

Answer 16

♥ I understand where you are coming from.  You're a parent, you love your child and want to keep them out of harms way.  With all the school shootings and disaster its hard to keep positive thoughts.  

♥ This is a decision only you can make.  School is a social experience that she may be upset about missing when she gets older [[homecomings, football games, prom, senior stuff, etc]].   There are many advantages and disadvantages to homeschooling your child.  Look into them and make a decision based on fact and not just your emotions.  

♥ I personally know a family where half the kids were home schooled and the other half went to public school. [[They were able to choose]].  All those kids turned out perfectly fine and are exceling!

Answer 17

Homeschool her! Coming from someone who's been homeschooled all his life, yet has seen his siblings go through goverment school, homeschool her! The goverment school system is socialistic (communistic) and down right terrible! The teachers don't care aboutyour daughter, only their paycheck, if you homeschool her, you will be ensured she gets taught!

ALSO: To those who say "She won't get any friends" "It's bad for her socially" and stuff like that, don't listen to them. In my town of many many people, nearly 75% of the youth knows me. It's all about her choice whether or not she wants to have friends. Infact, I've gotten more friends then I would've going to school. Besides, the friends she'd get at school are probably criminals. Homeschool her no matter what! Also, don't be afraid to experiment ways to teach, I find that if I'm getting stuck on certain things or can't concentrate, doing it a different way helps, no matter the age.

Homes all works out, cheers.

Answer 18

move,don homeschool,it bad for her socially

Answer 19

I was not homeschooled and I can confidently say that if I was, I would not be able to make friends. A childs childhood is the best time of their young lives. Homeschool is not the answer. Put her in a public school!