New to Homeschooling?

New to homeschooling?  Here are 10 steps to consider*...

 

Step 1: Pray!  Ask the Lord to help you and your husband discern

 

Step 2: Why Homeschool?  Make a list of pros and cons of homeschooling your family

 

Step 3: Family Mission Statement.  Take the answers from step two and write a mission statement for your family

 

Step 4: Research Laws.  Find out what the laws and legistation say about homeschooling in your state. https://hslda.org/legal

 

Step 5: Read.  There are many wonderful books about homeschooling

A few from many to choose from:

 

Step 6: Research Curriculum Approaches

Here are a list of Catholic homeschool programs and curriculum:

(for some of these, you can purchase their curriculum and books without registering for their program)

 

Step 7: Set Measurable Goals. “Make sure you go child by child and set goals for each child.”

 

Step 8: Homeschool Conferences. If you can, attend a local homeschool conference!

For information about the 2024 AZ Catholic Homeschool Conference click HERE!

 

Step 9: Local Support Groups. This is key to having a healthy homeschool!! SHHE is a great venue for this, with many opportunities to meet and connect with Catholic homeschool families in your area. Park days are a great way to start!  Our park days are open to nonmembers.  You can check our calendar to find upcoming park days.

 

Step 10: Get Organized

Good books for this:

If you are interested in joining Sacred Heart Home Educators, you can find more info and register HERE! 

*from https://www.catholicsistas.com/10-steps-to-start-catholic-homeschooling/

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