{"id":2172,"date":"2022-04-28T15:34:37","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T15:34:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miacademy-blog-3f61b5.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?page_id=2172"},"modified":"2023-12-04T20:17:43","modified_gmt":"2023-12-04T20:17:43","slug":"start-homeschooling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/how-to-homeschool\/start-homeschooling\/","title":{"rendered":"Homeschooling FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recently, homeschooling has come into the spotlight as parents are starting to turn away from public schools and consider <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">all<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the options for their child\u2019s education. For many families, teaching your kids at home is the ideal educational solution. <\/span><b>Of course, homeschooling is not as simple as pulling your child out of school and handing them a textbook \u2013 so how does a family start homeschooling?<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trying to find all this information on your own can be overwhelming, especially for someone who is entirely new to homeschooling. There are massive amounts of information and suggestions available, which can be confusing for first-time homeschoolers. We\u2019ve broken down the main questions parents ask about homeschooling so you won\u2019t have to spend hours doing it yourself.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a new homeschooling or prospective homeschool parents, you might find yourself asking these questions:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"#qualified\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Am I qualified to homeschool my child?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#whatdoineed\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What do I need to get started?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#laws\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What laws and regulations do I have to follow?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#curriculum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I find a curriculum?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#support\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who can I turn to for support?\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#method\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What method should I use?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#ages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I homeschool multiple ages?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#recordkeeping\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What about recordkeeping?\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#socialization\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What about socialization?\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"#mia\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I start homeschooling with Miacademy?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We want to make it easy for you to start homeschooling, so we are answering all those questions for you right here in one place! Let\u2019s get started\u2026<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"qualified\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Am I Qualified to Start Homeschooling?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To start, <\/span><b>you ARE qualified to homeschool your child!<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Nobody knows your child better than you do. You know their interests, unique needs, and strengths and weaknesses. You are your child\u2019s best advocate, and you are looking into the option of homeschooling because you want what\u2019s best for your child. In other words, who could be better?\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<b>Keep in mind that you don\u2019t have to be perfect!<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This will be a learning experience for both you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your child, and know that it\u2019s ok to make mistakes and change course (even mid school year!) if things aren\u2019t working.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember too that <\/span><b>homeschooling is not the same as \u201cschool at home.\u201d <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t need to set up a classroom in your living room! Many families don\u2019t feel that they have enough space and decide not to homeschool for that reason. If you want to start homeschooling, know that you can homeschool successfully from anywhere! Your kids will be just fine learning beside you on the couch, laying in bed to read aloud together, and studying nature in your backyard. Or, if you\u2019re a family on the go, the wide world is a great classroom!\u00a0<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"whatdoineed\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Do I Need to Start Homeschooling?<\/span><\/h2>\n<b>There are just a couple things you need in order to start homeschooling: the desire to homeschool, and a good grasp on your state\u2019s homeschool laws.<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are thinking about homeschooling your child, you probably have a reason behind making that decision. It may be for the huge educational benefits of the homeschool environment, or the chance to provide your child with personalized support. Whatever your reason is, there are people and resources that can help you through every step along the way. This is even true when it comes to understanding your state\u2019s homeschool laws!<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many resources to help you follow your local homeschool laws, which we will talk about later in this article. These laws may require you to keep a portfolio of your child\u2019s learning and progress. However, even if your state doesn\u2019t require it, a portfolio can be a useful tool to discover your child\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. There are many ways to keep a homeschool portfolio. The important thing is to find a process that works for you.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be thinking, \u201cDon\u2019t I need a curriculum\u201d? Many families are surprised to find that you don\u2019t need a comprehensive curriculum to start homeschooling. Every family homeschools differently. You can even use the library and other free resources to create your own curriculum! The options when homeschooling are endless, so remember that there is no one right way to homeschool!<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"laws\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Homeschooling Laws and Regulations Do I Need to Follow?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As stated before, one of the first things you\u2019ll need to consider is <\/span><b>your state and local homeschooling laws<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In order to find out exactly what these are and what is expected of you, we recommend checking with your local school district office. Ask them what you need to do to pull your child out of public school and start homeschooling. Many times, this includes filing an affidavit. Each state also has their own regulations on recordkeeping and curriculum your family needs to follow. To find out what your state\u2019s laws are (and to make sure your local school district is in compliance with these laws), we recommend visiting our <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.miacademy.co\/by-state\/\">Homeschooling Laws by State<\/a> page, as well as your state&#8217;s educational department website.<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"curriculum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Do I Find a Curriculum?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a lot of homeschooling curriculum options out there. You can start your search on Google or inside homeschool groups. You can look for a boxed curriculum that gives workbooks for the school year, a customizable online curriculum, or put together free resources you can find on the internet.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<b>However, before you commit to any one curriculum, you should test a few out to see what works for you! <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can dabble in online learning, book work, or a combination of curriculums and resources. Many resources have low-cost trial periods so you can see if it\u2019s the right fit for your child. You may even find that each of your children have different needs and preferences for their learning material. This is okay! It\u2019s very easy to fall into the trap of comparison while homeschooling. Know that your children\u2019s learning journeys will all look different, and your family\u2019s homeschool journey will look different than others\u2019 as well! This is part of the beauty of homeschooling.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The options and combinations are endless for how, where, and when you teach your children. You can do projects and field trips to your heart\u2019s content, or do the bulk of your work online and learn the rest in nature. The details of your curriculum should be based around your family&#8217;s needs.<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"support\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Do I Get Support When I Need It?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to lean on those who have been through this process before. <\/span><b>Support is available in lots of places, but we recommend checking to see if there\u2019s a local homeschool organization or group that you can become a part of.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many counties have their own homeschool groups that meet to share encouragement, teaching responsibilities, field trip planning, and so on. You will quickly discover that there are more people homeschooling than you thought! There are also online homeschool groups you can use to make connections. You can even join our Facebook group to get started!<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"method\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Homeschool Method Should I Use?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best things about homeschooling is tailoring your child\u2019s education to meet their specific needs. This is where homeschooling methods come into play. <\/span><b>A homeschooling method is really just a way of describing <\/b><b><i>how<\/i><\/b><b> you plan on helping your child learn. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be surprised to learn how many different methods there are!<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The method you choose should depend on your child\u2019s learning preferences and your abilities as a homeschooling parent. You may decide on one method and find that it\u2019s not going as well as you planned, so feel free to switch it up at any time! You can even use these methods as inspiration, then mix and match your favorite aspects of each in order to create your own personalized learning experience.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few of the most <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.miacademy.co\/how-to-homeschool\/homeschool-styles\/\">popular homeschooling methods<\/a> are:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.miacademy.co\/how-to-homeschool\/homeschool-styles\/charlotte-mason-homeschooling\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charlotte Mason<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.miacademy.co\/how-to-homeschool\/homeschool-styles\/waldorf-homeschool\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waldorf<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.miacademy.co\/how-to-homeschool\/homeschool-styles\/montessori-homeschooling\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Montessori<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.miacademy.co\/the-eclectic-homeschool-style\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eclectic<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/how-to-homeschool\/homeschool-styles\/roadschooling\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roadschooling<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/how-to-homeschool\/homeschool-styles\/unschooling\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unschooling<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"ages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Do I Start Homeschooling Multiple Children?<\/span><\/h2>\n<b>If you have more than one child, they may have entirely different learning needs. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may need a different approach for each child, and this will be a learning process for you, too! It doesn&#8217;t matter whether your kids are all in the <a href=\"https:\/\/parents.miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-grade\/elementary-curriculum\/\">elementary<\/a> grades, or if you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/parents.miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-grade\/kindergarten\/\">kindergartener<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/parents.miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/by-grade\/middle-school-homeschool-curriculum\/\">middle schooler<\/a> learning side-by-side. Homeschooling across grade levels is as possible as it is rewarding. Here are a few tips to successfully start homeschooling all of your children:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use a multiple-age curriculum if possible<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Many curriculum options cover grades K-8 or K-12. Having all of your children use the same curriculum can be a great financial choice, and make things easier for you to manage.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stay organized. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organization is always key, but especially so when you have multiple homeschoolers under one roof! Keep separate binders or folders to hold report cards and other important documents.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Start the day by working one on one with your youngest, and let your older kids work independently if possible. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, while your youngest is taking a break, you can check in with your older child and see what they need help with. It\u2019s also helpful to have your kids help each other when they can. Teaching is a wonderful way to reinforce their own learning!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"recordkeeping\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What About Recordkeeping?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/parents.miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/how-to-homeschool\/homeschool-recordkeeping\/\">Keeping records<\/a> is an important part of staying organized as a homeschool family. <\/span><b>Your state may require report cards, attendance records, or final grades \u2013 and even if you\u2019re not legally required, it is a good idea to keep them on hand anyway.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These records will assist in tracking your child\u2019s progress, and help to determine whether or not your method of teaching and curriculum are the right fit for your family.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many free gradebook and report card templates available online to help take the stress out of record-keeping! Some online curriculum programs will even record your child\u2019s attendance and grades. If your high-schooler is interested in applying to college, you can (and should) absolutely create your own <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hslda.org\/post\/why-every-teen-needs-a-transcript-and-how-to-get-one\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high school transcript<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"socialization\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What About Socialization?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One issue you may be worried about when it comes to homeschooling is socialization. Avoiding isolation as a homeschool family is a valid concern, but luckily, there are so many groups and co-ops to help! Homeschooling co-ops and groups help children socialize through field trips, talent shows, parent meetings, and even formal dances. <\/span><b>Connecting your student with other homeschooled children is important for their development, but as a homeschooling parent, it\u2019s also helpful to communicate with other like-minded adults.\u00a0<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homeschool families can also socialize through programs like scouting groups, local intramural teams, and lessons in activities like dance, art, or music! Some public schools will even allow homeschoolers in their district to join school sports teams and clubs. Plus, high school students can not only socialize with their peers but also earn college credit through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homeschool.com\/articles\/homeschool-dual-enrollment-in-my-state\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dual-enrollment programs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are so many avenues through which homeschoolers can mingle with their peers beyond being in the same classroom every day:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomeschoolmom.com\/local-support\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local Homeschool Groups &amp; Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homeschool.com\/supportgroups\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homeschool Groups, Co-Ops, Pods, and Events!<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mia\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Do I Start Homeschooling With Miacademy?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are just a few of the many ways that our sites can help you start homeschooling with success:\u00a0<\/span>\n<h3><b>1. Quality Curriculum<\/b><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Our K-12 sites <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have been <a href=\"https:\/\/parents.miacademy.co\/homeschool-curriculum\/how-to-homeschool\/accredited\/\">accredited<\/a> by one of the most reputable accreditation organizations in the United States, the ASC WASC. For years, only traditional in-person schools were eligible to receive accreditation, but in the last decade, it moved to recognize the value of programs reaching &#8220;beyond the traditional classroom&#8221;. They term these programs &#8220;Supplementary Education Programs&#8221; (SEPs). This is just a fancy way of saying that your state should recognize our program as an acceptable source for your homeschool curriculum.\u00a0<\/span>\n<h3><b>2. Engaging curriculum<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: var(--global-md-spacing); letter-spacing: 0.16px;\"><\/p>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your student will typically watch an engaging learning video, followed by plenty of practice to master the topic, and take an assessment to evaluate how much they\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have learned. We also offer printable PDFs with extension activities that will help expand the learning beyond the screen. In other words, you don\u2019t need a fancy classroom \u2013 just a computer or tablet (or any smart device) that your child can use to access the site.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<b style=\"font-size: 24px; letter-spacing: 0.01em;\">3. Support<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We offer stellar customer service and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/MiacademyLearning\"><b>a great online support group on Facebook<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This group is made up of a large cross section of our team members as well as other homeschooling parents who are in the trenches just like you. They use our site and are happy to share tips and tricks they\u2019ve learned to make the most of our Miacademy curriculum. There\u2019s always someone available to answer your questions. Of course, you are als<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">o welcome to <\/span><a href=\"mailto: parents-help@miacademy.co\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e-mail our customer support staff<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at any time or take advantage of the live chat option on our site.\u00a0<\/span>\n<h3><b>4. No-Pressure 30-Day Trial<\/b><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can try our site to see if it\u2019s a good fit for you and your child before you commit to it. You can test drive our K-8 site for $1.99 and our high school site for $9.95. Every child and family is unique, and our flexible curriculum can meet your homeschool needs.<\/span>\n<h3><b>5. Flexibility<\/b><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can assign your child lessons from the entire range of grade levels available on the site (either K-8 or 7-12) to build a curriculum that supports them. From your parent account, you can choose the start and end date of your school year, along with your child\u2019s grade levels for each subject, and our site does the rest! Everything is scheduled out automatically for the entire term, and your child knows exactly what is expected each day.\u00a0<\/span>\n<h3><b>6. Stress-Free Reports<\/b><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can print reports directly from the parent portal for your homeschool portfolio. Check with your state and local laws to ensure you\u2019re keeping track of everything you need to.<\/span>\n<h3><b>7. Community<\/b><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family); letter-spacing: 0.01em;\">With your permission, your child can interact with other members on our site. Our moderators closely monitored all correspondence ensure a safe, positive, and friendly environment, while still giving students a chance to interact with other kids their age. Your child can also write articles for our on-site newspaper, design clothing and furniture, and start their own business! These features are completely optional and can be controlled in your parent portal.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any questions about using Mia as your homeschool curriculum, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to one of our friendly customer service reps in the chat box on the home page or by email at <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">parents-help@miacademy.co.<\/span>\n\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recently, homeschooling has come into the spotlight as parents are starting to turn away from public schools and consider all of the options for their child\u2019s education. For many families, teaching your kids at home is the ideal educational solution. 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