There is more or less a general consensus on the inherent value of education. However, people may often disagree about the right method toward achieving that education. The majority of the population would rather opt for institutionalized formal education, referring to education offered in public or private education institutions like primary and secondary schools. However, as has been the recent trend, many parents in particular have begun considering or even going on ahead with home schooling their children. Home schooling, prevalent prior the inception of formalized school systems, is making a return to the mainstream because some parents either do not approve of the curriculum of school systems or are even against the idea of formalized school systems, or find themselves holding greater capacity to educate their children in the best possible manner.
Perhaps you are interested in home schooling your child, and conceded, you have your own reasons for doing it. But just like picking a school for your child, the decision to home school is a very big one. This would most obviously translate to you taking your child out of a previous social learning environment and into the home to educate him or her; moreover this also means that from then on, you are going to be fully responsible for the intellectual rearing of your child.
It is perhaps for this reason that certain guidelines are set by the state or local education offices before you can actually home school your child. It is best to consider these guidelines first because your state can help you through the process, and moreover, may enlighten you on relevant issues on home schooling. I’ll expound further.
Majority of states in the United States would require a legal minimum of state notification of your intention to home school your child. In a rare few (including Texas, Alaska, Missouri, Illinois, and Oklahoma, among others), you may go on ahead with home schooling your child without informing the state.
Other states however, would require you first to notify the state and afterwards acquire your child’s grade records should he or she have attended a public school. After this, some states may require you to create a curriculum you intend to follow for your home schooling program, be accredited as a parent-teacher, and to host a home visit by your local education officials. Later on, during the period when your child is already being home schooled, some states may require for you to submit to them evaluation scores, attendance records (states may require a minimum number of ‘school’ days for home school too) and even test scores.
It is very important for you to find out the different requirements for home schooling in your state. For one, it will help you make sure that once you home school your child, your child’s education is actually being recognized by the state. Without state approval, your home schooling may not be regarded, which may increase the difficulty for your child to move on to a university or college. Second, the state may provide you with various forms and guidebooks as you home school your child. This assistance may prove valuable to you, especially if you are home schooling for the first time. Third, by finding out these requirements, you will be able to submit to the state all the required documents that you must submit periodically. In this way, you are also assured that your child is at par level with any other child enrolled in a regular school setting. In the same manner, by approaching your local education authority you may actually inquire about the college application process of home
schoolers.
Home schooled children may be required a marginal number of steps that regular applicants are not required to take in order to qualify for their chosen university. Some universities may require your child to take the G.E.D., an exam that will help test the sufficiency of their knowledge from home school to be considered as qualified college applicants, while others may require state accreditation. Moreover, by visiting your local education authority you will also find out the various state and local government scholarships for which your child may or may not qualify.
While home schooling may pose some added burden once you are ready to return your child to a regular school system, it has proven beneficial to many in the past. Visit your state or local government education office in order to make an educated decision, and in order to get the approval you’d need to push through with home schooling your child.
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September 9th - California, Teddy Bears and Marathons
September Holidays and Events for September 9th...surrounded by soft, pink teddy bears, I held my new granddaughter yesterday who was also soft and pink.
1776 - Colonies Became United States
On September 9, 1776, The Continental Congress gave their nation a new name, the United States. The United States didn't become a country until the ratification of the constitution.
It All Began in Philadelphia - Where a Nation Was Born
Printable United States Map
1850 - California Admission Day
California became the 31st state on September 9, 1850. More people live in California than in any other state! In fact, I live in California.
California Printable Worksheets and Coloring Pages
California Unit Study
California Guacamole Burger
Teddy Bear Day
Teddy Bears were born when President Theodore Roosevelt spared the life of a bear cub while hunting in Mississippi in 1902. A political cartoonist recorded the incident. That's how America's love for Teddy Bears began.
Teddy Bear Coloring Page
More Teddy Bear Fun
490 B.C. - Marathon Race
The name Marathon comes from the legend of a 25-mile run by Pheidippides, a Greek messenger. He was sent from Marathon to Athens to announce that the Persian Army had been defeated in the Battle of Marathon. In 1896 at the first modern Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, a 25 mile race was staged to commemorate this event. The marathon distance was later established at 26 miles, 385 yards.
Marathon Race Coloring Page
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Classic and Humorous Homeschooling Moments
Some days our kids come up with the funniest things while homeschooling. These moments are priceless, but so easy to forget. Share some of your moments that bring a smile to your face, a chuckle, or even rolling on the floor cracking up. Share Your StoryClassic and Humorous Homeschooling Moments originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 at 02:25:51.
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September 8th - Railroads, Hurricanes and Scotch Tape
September Holidays and Events for September 8th...I love the story of how the Scotch brand got its name.
1883 - Northern Pacific Railroad Completed
The Gold Spike Ceremony was held at Gold Creek, Montana, on September 8, 1883, marking the completion of the Northern Pacific Railway. The last spike wasn't actually golden, but was the first spike drilled in at Thomsons Junction, Minnesota. The same person drove the spike at Thomsons Junction and at Gold Creek. Who was it?!
Train Printables
Train Coloring Book
Trains Theme Unit
1900 - Deadly Hurricane Destroys Galveston, Texas
On September 8, 1900, A category 4 hurricane rips through Galveston, Texas, killing 8,000 and causing $30 million damage to property.
Weather Worksheets and Coloring Pages
Hurricane Safety and Preparedness
1930 - Scotch Tape Invented
On September 8, 1930, Richard Drew invented Scotch tape after watching some workers at an auto body shop try to make a crisp line on two-color paint jobs. The story behind the brand name "Scotch" is that a painter was testing the masking tape and became frustrated saying, "Take this tape back to those Scotch bosses of yours and tell them to put more adhesive on it!"
Scotch Tape and Coloring Page
History of Scotch Tape
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah is solemn Jewish feast day celebrated on the 1st or 1st and 2nd of Tishrei; noted for the blowing of the shofar. It marks the beginning of the Jewish new year.
Rosh Hashanah - Activities for Kids
International Literacy Day
Celebrate these special reading and book days by...you guessed it, reading a book! Children love to read their favorite books over and over again. Curl up with a good book with your children.
Book Coloring Page
Reading Comprehension Pages:Octopus, Seahorse, Starfish
Alphabet Coloring Pages
Helping Your Child Learn to Read
Make A Book
Book Nooks
Recommended Reading Lists
Printable Bookmarks and Pencil Toppers
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September 7th - Submarines, Uncle Sam and the Post Office
September Holidays and Events for September 7th...I would love to visit the New York Post Office, maybe someday.
Neither Snow Nor Rain Day
Neither Snow nor Rain Day celebrates the opening of the New York Post Office Building. "Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds" is inscribed above a row of Corinthian columns. The inscription stretches out over 380 feet. It is an awesome sight.
New York Post Office Coloring Page
Mailbox Coloring Page
1776 - World's first submarine attack
An American submersible craft called Turtle attempts to attach a time bomb to the hull of a British ship in New York Harbor.
American Turtle Submarine Coloring Page
Build a Submarine - project
1813 - United States Nicknamed Uncle Sam
On September 7, 1813, Uncle Sam became the nickname for the United States. The story goes that a meat packer named Samuel Wilson shipped meat in barrels to the Army at war. The barrels were branded with the initials "U.S." for United States, but the soldiers joked that it referred to "Uncle Sam" who supplied the meat.
Uncle Sam Coloring Page
1860 - Grandma Moses' Birthday
Anna Mary Robertson Moses (September 7, 1860 - December 13, 1961) is known as "Grandma Moses." Grandma Moses began painting in her seventies and soon became very well known. On her 100th birthday in 1960, Nelson Rockefeller proclaimed the day "Grandma Moses Day!"
Grandma Moses Coloring Page
Profile of Grandma Moses - by Shelley Esaak, About.com Art History Guide
September 7th - Submarines, Uncle Sam and the Post Office originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 at 04:04:16.
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Oscar Mayer Weinermobile
It's not Hot Dog Day, but it's a good day for a hot dog! When I was a child, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile came down my street, greeted me and gave me an Oscar Mayer Wiener Whistle. It was very exciting! Now today, some 45 years later, my daughter saw an Oscar Mayer Wienermobile at the Orange Mall and three of my grandsons posed for a picture. It made my day! Here's a Hot Dog Coloring Page for you.
Oscar Mayer Weinermobile originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Monday, September 6th, 2010 at 16:57:46.
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