When my mom decided to start homeschooling in 1988, I was just two years away from finishing high school. We had moved too far from my public high school for me to continue attending, so she included me in this sweeping decision, despite my initial resistance. From my questioning teenage perspective, the fact that she enrolled us in an independent school, which organized some activities to connect with other homeschooling families, was my saving grace. (Although most of these events were not local to us — homeschooling was unusual back then!)
Much has changed in our culture and public education system since those early days of modern homeschooling, especially in the post-COVID-19 pandemic years. Not surprisingly, the number of families homeschooling across the country has skyrocketed1, along with the number of options emerging to support these families.
However, one thing hasn’t changed, in my opinion: The value of enrolling in an independent school (also known as an umbrella school) for legal compliance with state homeschooling law.
Head to the CHEC Blog for my post about the five reasons I chose the independent school route, along with three key factors to consider when evaluating whether an independent school is a good fit for your family compared to other legal options in your state.
Topics Covered
Topics Covered-
Five Reasons to Choose an Independent School
- Legal Compliance & Privacy
- Administrative Support & Tools
- How-to Guidance & Resources
- Local Activities & Events
- Peace of Mind
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Three Factors to Consider When Evaluating an Independent School
- Cost
- Varying Services
- Responsibility of Parents
