re: Talk to me about homeschooling

Congratulations on recognizing what your child needs and being there for him! We have homeschooled since the get-go because we firmly believe we can give our child a better education than what passes for education in public schools these days. K12 is basically public school at home. You are tied to the computer and their schedule and curriculum. Both your child and you need time to adjust to this significant change. He needs time for 'de-schooling' which means letting go of some of the misconceptions they indoctrinate in school these days. You DO NOT have to duplicate school at home. Try to figure out what your son's learning style is: is he a visual learner, does he learn better by doing things with his hands and manipulatives, etc. Definitely figure out what your state's homeschooling regulations are, they vary widely across the country from no regulations to speak of in Texas to very strict guidelines in states like NY and PA. There are TONS of resources out there about homeschooling since it's growing quickly. I would be more than happy to provide you with some support and guidance. Just send me a private message. And all the best to you and your family, don't be discouraged!