Homeschool versus public school?
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It depends a lot on how the student was homeschooled, from my personal experience. I've met a lot of unschooled teens who are great kids, but their personal interests have not been highly academic. Their behaviour tends to be different from what I see among the high schooled kids--while they do enjoy having fun and being kid-like, they're not immature in what they choose to do.\n\nOn the other spectrum, I've been around homeschooled teens who definitely have better vocabularies than what I hear from many public school teens, more likely to think on a deeper level about issues than simply plod along through life, get through school, focus on friends and their social lives. Like the unschooled teens, they tend to have a more mature outlook on their lives and what's going on around them, all the while preserving their kid-like enjoyment of fun stuff.\n\nSo, I'd say that it's attitude more than anything that makes the difference rather than actual education. Even if a public high school student understood all the vocabulary you use, they aren't likely to use it because social 'normality' is too important. As part of this difference in attitude, you probably take your studies more seriously, or at least more attentively, than most public school students, which is why you would know more, feel smarter.\n\nOn that note, I'd say that it's probably more likely that a homeschooled student following an academic program is likely to be more motivated and attentive in their work than the average public school high school student. Not that there aren't high school students who are highly motivated, but in terms of the average, from what I see here, they aren't that focused on their studies.
829446
I don't homeschool,but I was homeschooled. I agree with it till high school. I think their is a time you need to let them interact with others before they get out on their own.It hurt me in many ways
1118007
I have been homeschooled for years, and my mother is a single parent. I am not lacking social or scholastic skills. There are some challenges when it gets to high school, but for the most part it isn't that bad. I am going to public school next year, but I have no problem with homeschooling. It obviously has some to do with how your children learn, how much time you have to teach them, how much they can do on their own, and certain factors like that. It also takes much patience. Good Luck!\n\nP.S. I don't know where some people are getting their facts, but it's not true that kids in public school do better than those in homeschool. I have heard from many people and websites that the exact opposite is true. On my last standardized test, I got post high-school grades on all subjects, and I'm only in 9th grade.
1035669
Because people think that government schools are so great at educating our children.  They are--when you equate "education" with "dumbing down."\n\nI want to homeschool my son, he's 4 1/2 now.  Since he's not talking yet (though he understands when spoken to), my husband wants him to go to preschool, 2.5 hours a day, 4 days a week.  I'm going for it...but I can still teach him at home, because I think it's best.
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If the parents are of average intelligence and are mentally stable, the benefits of homeschooling far outweigh the benefits of attending a public school.\n\nI'm sure there are some parents who are below average intelligence and/or mentally unstable who attempt homeschooling, so the answer is YES.
981648
I home school my children and i in no way think they are better than public school children, there are well behaved and badly behaved children in both, i agree that homeschooling is not for everyone, but for some its what works. For us its the only option that has worked. So to answer your question i do not know why some people stereotype public schooled children....i guess its for the same reason that some stereotype home schoolers and say they are anti-social and weird.....what that reason is i would like to know
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That is a very personal decision best made within the family.  If the child has special needs (which also includes gifted children) that the school system is not handling properly, then certainly homeschooling is an option.  If the school is teaching things the parents would rather the child not learn, or conversely, the public school is NOT teaching things the parents feel their child should know about, then homeschool is an option.  However, it requires a great deal of commitment, as well as time, energy, and effort on the part of the parents to do it well - you can't just set some workbooks in front of your child and say, "Do pages 41-45."  \n\nAs far as socialization is concerned, that is only an issue if the parent makes it one by not allowing their child to interact with others in the world around them.  The homeschool kids I know are all very sociable and able to relate to those who are both older and younger.  My own kids have many friends, both within the homeschool community and without (in public school).\n\nIn the end, it comes down to personal preference.
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of course it is. and especially now that there are more ways for a parent to stay home and work (telecommuting), and more ways to access education (virtual schools and the net), there are fewer and fewer reasons not to.\n\nthe oft-repeated socialization question has long since been put to rest by actual studies of real children:\nhttp://familyeducation.com/article/0,1120,58-17910,00.html\n\nchildren who are homeschooled are often more creative, more relaxed, more self-motivated, and better educated than children in schools. and any teacher who's not trying to defend his/her profession will admit that nothing beats one-on-one attention for a good education. it's just something they cannot provide.\n\nthe main motivator behind those who are against homeschooling is a desire for conformity to tradition and a financial stake--school districts who lose students to homeschooling suffer the loss of cash from the state/feds. \n\nunless your purposes are to shield a child from the world and its evils, homeschooling is of great benefit to families as a whole.
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Homeschooling can be a great experience.  The education is flexible and full of awesome potential.  You have the option to pursue on a deeper level the subjects that interest you, and are not held back by other students.  The luxury to study at your own pace is invaluable.\n\nThe argument that homeschoolers suffer socially has little founding in reality.  I have never had any trouble "integrating into society," nor have any of my peers.  I was taught at home all 12 years, and I was never lacking friends.  I think that your social skills depend more on your upbringing and personality than where you go to school.  I was given a broad education that taught me to never stop loving to learn, and I am thankful to my parents for that.  They made huge sacrifices to teach me at home, and I appreciate them, as well as my education.
708083
it is always best to send your son to school rather than home study. i agree with others that he will have more balance student life in a school whether private or public. i still go for private school.
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Really, it depends on the pupil. \n\nHomeschooling provides more of a one on one education. Special needs can be paid closer attention to or help in a particular area can be attended. However home schooled students tend to lack social experience and a large cultural variety of peers. The student also misses out on opportunities such as student government, sports, or clubs.\n\nPublic school provides a variety of subjects and usually teaches them fairly well, in my experience. However class sizes tend to be larger and sometimes struggling students are over looked. Students usually have opportunities to take classes based on interests and their grades. There is usually a variety of culture at public schools and a large student body with peers. Socially, public school students blossom.\n\nPrivate school students usually receive excellent educations as the subjects tend to be slightly more advanced. Class sizes are usually smaller meaning struggling students get more help. Private schools tend to have better extracurriculars, because of tuition money. However, the student body may be limited and lacking in diversity. Often students who board at their school can receive a taste for college life and be more prepared than other students.
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Homeschooling is the best.  Private school would be your next best choice if you can afford it.  There are many free resources for homeschooling. Try your local library for books about it and materials to use.  I would also recommend reading the book "A Thomas Jefferson Education" by Oliver DeMille.  You can buy it at gwc.edu in the bookstore section.  Believe me, it's worth the $15 or $20, even if you decide not to home school.
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I know what you mean! I had to start hs my 7 yr dd cause the school would not help with her learning problems.\nFirst, each state has a homeschool agency with a website. I guess google your state name and add 'homeschool agency' . This should have the laws listed, forms to download and copy, etc.\nSecond, NEVER have anything to do with the public schools ever again LOL\nNa, really, the law in my state is that the schools are not legally required to help anyone who homeschools, but they can at their discretion. Wouldn't hurt to ask.\nAnd, I don't have much money either. So here's what I have learned.\n1. There are SO MANY websites that you can use for every subject! I use the internet a LOT for school! The problem I have wiht this though, is it takes SO MUCH of my time searching and finding what to use. I guess this is what I have to do cause I don't have much money!!\n2. EBAY!! I buy books, workbooks, supplies, etc.\nI can't buy any kind of curriculum so I mix it up and use whatever.\n(you have to make sure of your state laws allow this)\n3.Do free field trips, grocery store outings, library, hospital tours, go to courthouse, post office, bank, etc. On your own and have field days at these places.\nUse chalk outside to do math, spelling words etc. Go outside for science nature walk and make collage with what you find.\n4. Join a local homeschool group. They are wonderful! You get together with other kids and have fun days, field trips, do classes together, PE, art, 4H, girl and boy scouts, etc.\nI thought public school had more to offer than homeschool, but NO WAY!!\n\nDoing all these things, I have spent less than $75 for a whole year, plus most of the things I bought can be used for years to come. (I know $75 is a LOT but I managed somehow?)\nsome people spend up in the thousands doing this.\n\nIf your children have learning problems, schools do NOT help with this. Oh they say they do but belive me they don't. Anyway, homeschool is so much better for learning problems IF you know what the problem is and if you KNOW WHAT to do for the problem.\nAnd, all children have their own 'learning style' and schools only cater to ONE style- reading and writing. What about the kids who learn better visually, verbally, auditory? \nThat's the problem my dd had, and now I can choose what, how, when, etc on teaching her to learn in the way she learns best.\nNow, she's doing so much better than she would EVER do in public school.
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usually homeschooled kids are just as smart or smarter then kids in public schools. they would problably be in the right grade.
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I'm homeschooled and I've always loved it. My two older sisters graduated from homeschool. I had bragging rights and my public schooling friends were jealous because I went back to school a month after them and I'm graduating this June...I have tons of friends coming to my graduation and while at first I thought it would feel weird to graduate alone I realize now that it'll be all eyes on me!!
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Check out Accelerated Christian Education, or ACE.  Their curriculum is designed for the student to work at their own pace.  I graduated from high school as a homeschooler and loved it.  Actually finished a year early and got a free ride to college!  Definitely check it out.
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My schools kinda different. I'm homeschooled and I love it. And yeah its cool. It gets harder every year. Only 2 and a half more years of it though... well then theres college.