Are Homeschooling Families Required to Keep Attendance Logs?

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As the homeschooling trend continues to grow, many families are drawn to the flexibility and individualized education it offers. However, with this freedom also comes questions about legal requirements and regulations. One common question among families considering homeschooling is whether or not they are required to keep attendance logs. In this blog, we will explore the answer to this question and provide information on state and country requirements for homeschool attendance tracking.

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The Value of An Accredited High School Diploma

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Whether you are a high schooler with senioritis or a parent trying to help your child finish his or her degree, chances are that you’ve wondered how important it is to earn a high school diploma. Perhaps you’ve thought to yourself, “If I don’t care about college, why do I need to get an accredited high school diploma?”

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Navigating the 6th Grade Homeschooling Journey: Tips and Strategies for Parents

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Homeschooling can be an incredibly rewarding experience for both parents and students. But, when it comes to homeschooling a 6th grader, the stakes may feel higher, and the journey can be a bit more daunting. As you prepare to embark on this new educational adventure with your child, it’s important to be aware of all the challenges that may come up along the way, as well as all the tips and strategies you have at your disposal. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to navigate the 6th-grade homeschooling journey in order to help ensure success for both you and your student.

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A Christian Parent's View On Coping With Loneliness

A Christian Parent's View On Coping With Loneliness

Have you ever felt lonely? I sure have. There are so many lonely people who could use some kind words on coping with loneliness.

For my daughter, it started in preschool and it got worse in Kindergarten. Kids are so nervous to go to school, because they are afraid of being alone. My daughter told me one day, “Although school goes great I am still very lonely. I have no friends.” It almost broke my heart.

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8 Things To Keep In Mind Throughout The New School Year

8 Things To Keep In Mind Throughout The New School Year

Part 2: How to prepare for a successful online school year

I promised to return with some more things to keep in might throughout the new school year.

Colossians 3:23: “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”

This Bible verse says it all. The most important thing to remember this school year is Who you are working for. Here are some helpful thoughts.

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10 Tips On Preparing For A Successful Online School Year

10 Tips On Preparing For A Successful Online School Year

Part 1: How to prepare for a successful online school year

At the beginning of each school year many parents and students are asking many “how to”questions. How to get a good grade? How to write a good essay? How to prepare for a quiz or test? And the big one: how should I prepare for a successful online school year?

Instructions for how to prepare for the school year are often read then quickly forgotten. As the weeks go by the enthusiasm of starting a new school year fades in and out. This year will be the same, but I would like to emphasize some tips for preparing for a successful school year that are especially relevant to online students: 

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Tips For Raising Children That Get Along With Others

Tips For Raising Children That Get Along With Others

I fought a lot with my brother when I was growing up, and I am pretty sure he started to get his white hair during my teenage years. I was rebellious from my first day of life.

 

Ephesians 4:32 reminds us, “ And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.” Now as a parent I have been searching for guidance on how I can raise children that get along with others.

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