For New Homeschooling families

Yes! Homeschooling is legal in all 50 states, but the laws vary.
Action Step: Visit your state’s Department of Education website or a trusted resource like HSLDA.org to learn about registration, testing, and reporting.

There’s no one-size-fits-all. Consider your child’s learning style, your teaching style, and your family’s values.
Tip: Try samples, look for reviews, and don’t be afraid to switch if something isn’t working.

Nope! One of the perks of homeschooling is flexibility.
Freedom: Go at your child’s pace. Take breaks when needed. Focus on mastery over rushing through content.

You can track progress through informal assessments, portfolios, or standardized testing (if required in your state).
Reassurance: Growth may look different at home, and that’s okay.

Homeschooled kids have many ways to socialize—co-ops, sports, classes, church, and neighborhood friends.
Connection: Socialization is about quality, not quantity.

Yes! Homeschooling allows for custom accommodations and personalized attention.
Support: Look into local or online groups for homeschooling families with special needs.

Create routines, use flexible schedules, and involve kids in chores. It won’t be perfect—just intentional.
Pro Tip: You don’t have to do everything every day.

Yes—most areas have support groups, park days, and enrichment classes.
Search: Facebook, Meetup, and local homeschool umbrella schools often post group events.

Absolutely! Homeschoolers go on to thrive in college, trade schools, and careers.
Plan Ahead: Keep good records and research diploma/transcript options for your state.

- Check your state’s legal requirements
- Choose a curriculum or method
- Set a simple daily routine
- Join a support group
- Take a deep breath—you’ve got this!

- HSLDA.org – Home School Legal Defense Association – Legal info and support by state
Remember: Homeschooling is a journey, not a race. Start simple. Stay flexible. Grow together.