The hottest Homeschooling Substack posts right now

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How my son got in to Duke

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 599 implied HN points • 01 Apr 24

🚌 Education Homeschooling Writing AI writing

Focus on self-directed learning and unique experiences rather than typical benchmarks like SAT scores.
When writing, be specific and share personal experiences to create content that AI cannot replicate.
Homeschooling can give students the opportunity to stand out in college applications by being remarkable and avoiding common educational norms.

A school of vocations

The Pillar • 196 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Education Church Catholicism Homeschooling

There has been a significant decline in the number of Catholic schools in the U.S. over the last 50 years.
While the number of Catholic colleges decreased, the number of students enrolled in these colleges increased.
The percentage of Catholic children attending Catholic schools has reduced, but Catholic education still influences vocations like priesthood.

Great Expectations II: Indigo Loser

Deprogram • 78 implied HN points • 24 Jun 23

🚌 Education Homeschooling Neurodiversity Mental health

Indigo children are gifted souls driven to awaken humanity with spiritual and psychic abilities.
Homeschooling movement arose as a response to issues in the public education system.
Parents in the homeschooling movement might put excessive pressure on their children and may have varied motives beyond academic concerns.

✅ The Ultimate Modular Learning Checklist

joinmodulo • 39 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23

🚌 Education Homeschooling Communication Community Legal Compliance Networking

Start modular learning slowly and adapt as your child grows.
Use the provided 16-item checklist to ensure a well-rounded education.
Join online communities for support and insights on homeschooling.

Modulo freebie: year-long subscription to a new literature-based secular homeschool curriculum!

joinmodulo • 19 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23

🚌 Education Literature Homeschooling Curriculum

A new secular literature-based homeschool curriculum is offering a free year-long subscription to homeschool families for feedback.
The curriculum is being developed by a software engineer and homeschool mom.
Only 50 members of the premium community can claim the free trial offer.

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What about Socialization and other home schooling myths.

The Other Side of Fear • 4 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23

🚌 Education Homeschooling Learning

Homeschooling offers better socialization opportunities for children.
Homeschooled children are healthier than public school children.
Homeschooling allows for a more personalized and motivated approach to education.

Mirlo Music para educadores

Mirlo Studio • 0 implied HN points • 04 Jun 23

🚌 Education Materials Resources Homeschooling Teaching Learning

Preparation of materials for educators is ongoing for Mirlo Music.
Interest in homeschooling programs for personalized learning.
Access to a variety of educational materials through Mirlo's store and private Mirloteca.

Would you unschool if you did it all over again?

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 10 May 23

🚌 Education Curriculum Homeschooling

Unschooling can work well until third grade without needing structured curriculum, allowing kids exploration and eagerness to learn.
Good private schools can offer better education than homeschooling, especially as kids get older and need more specialized learning.
Investing in top private schools for kids, especially in middle and high school, can provide better opportunities in later education and career paths.

Hollywood is a haven for unschooling

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23

🚌 Education Homeschooling Curriculum

Some successful homeschoolers follow a structured curriculum, providing a sense of belonging and purpose separate from their parents.
Parents need to invest in quality education for homeschooling, including academic rigor and access to better opportunities and communities.
Taking full responsibility for a child's education is crucial; involvement should increase as children get older to ensure a positive educational experience.

Measure success in homeschooling by sense of belonging

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 15 Dec 22

🚌 Education Homeschooling Belonging Learning

Measure success in homeschooling by helping kids feel comfortable and belong in their surroundings.
Kids learn best when they feel like they belong, which is a fundamental aspect of human nature.
Encourage kids to join activities, find likeminded people, and balance independence with social connections for a fulfilling homeschooling experience.