Crossing Over Into Homeschooling: The SIMPLE Truth

Let’s face it — parenting is hard. Not only are you trying to keep other human beings alive, you also want them to grow to their fullest potential and become great individuals within our society, making wise choices and living a happy life. That comes with a lot of pressure. Many times, as a mom, I feel overwhelmed by the number of choices I need to make and how many options are out there, especially when my child just isn’t thriving in school. If you’re wondering how to get started in homeschooling, chances are questions and concerns abound — Should I pull them out of school What would I do if they were home all day? Am I the right person to teach them? What happens if we fail at homeschooling?

While those are all valid fears, that’s just what they are — FEARS. Choosing to homeschool or change your schooling options doesn’t have to be a lifelong decision! I find peace and rest taking one day, one week, and one semester, at a time instead of thinking about the next 10 years of my child’s life. And honestly, what works for us this year, might not be the best option for your child next year! So take a deep breath, check out these top tips for how to make a SIMPLE switch and get started in homeschooling! Then, you can get excited for some fun homeschool adventures this next semester!

Before You Get Started in Homeschooling…

First off, before we dive into the tips, just remember: your child is completely unique; an individual who sees the world from a perspective unlike any other child. The most important thing you can do when making the switch to homeschooling is to know what makes your child tick and how to teach them. My favorite tool for understanding learning and personality traits is Bridgeway’s Learning and Personality Style Assessment. Not only do they show you how each child learns, they also give you tips on teaching and communicating, comparing your own learning and personality with theirs to see your similarities and differences. So interesting and helpful!  

Crossing Over Into Homeschooling the Simple Way

OK, let’s check out these homeschooling tips from Bridgeway Academy and see how they make it SIMPLE:

S = Success. We all want our kids to be successful, and at Bridgeway, their statistics don’t lie. Last year, 92% of their graduating class went on to their first-choice college! And that’s true for lots of homeschooling families.
I = Involvement. Homeschooling, especially with a homeschool academy that has an advisor and teacher walking alongside you, means that you sit in the driver’s seat of your child’s education. You know exactly the curriculum and content your child is learning, and you get to make tweaks and adjustments as you go.
M= Measurement. Success does not just mean your child can score high on a test. With homeschooling, we want your child to relate to content, interact with learning, and actually understand new concepts!
P = Possibilities. Going to school means your child spends hours of time sitting in a classroom, then coming home and working on homework. Homeschooling opens a whole world of opportunities because they can still learn core competencies and also chase after their passions and absorb other life lessons.  
L= Limitless. From online homeschooling and live online classes to textbooks and co-ops, you have numerous options for teaching. And you can mix and match to keep your student fully engaged.
E = Excitement. Learning doesn’t have to be dull and boring. We want every child to love what they learn, ask more questions, and dig deeper into new things! We want every child to become a life-long learner who continues to grow, even past their school years.

So, are you ready to learn more about how to get started in homeschooling and making the switch SIMPLE? Check out this free resource for your family, then call 800-863-1474 to talk with a homeschool specialist today.