Homeschooling High School: Teenage Homeschoolers
Homeschooling through the teenage/high school years offers several different challenges. You may need to meet specific requirements and you may find that you are teaching subjects with which you are not familiar. In addition, many parents don't begin homeschooling until their child reaches high school age. To help navigate this sometimes new territory, we've put together helpful resources to help both parent and student successfully homeschool during the high school years.
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Real Lives: Eleven Teenagers Who Don't Go to School
Grace Llewellyn, author of the The Teenage Liberation Handbook, offers the stories of 11 teens who made the decision to reject traditional schooling methodologies and take their education into their own hands. The essays highlight offer a day-in-the-life look at teen homeschooling and unschooling, as the teens embraced self-education and increased in their self-confidence and motivation. 
The Teenage Liberation Handbook: How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education
This classic homeschool resource is intended for teens who are ready to take charge of their own education. Written by Grace Llewellyn in the '90s, it is still relevant today. Teens will be empowered by claiming their natural ability to teach themselves and to fully personalize their education. Covers the decision to leave school, as well as many of the learning opportunities available to teens. 
The College Board
The College Board is a not-for-profit membership association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the association is composed of more than 4,700 schools, colleges, universities, and other educational organizations. Each year, the College Board serves over three and a half million students and their parents, 23,000 high schools, and 3,500 colleges through major programs and services in college admissions, guidance, assessment, financial aid, en...
Homeschool Diploma
Homeschool Diploma offers complete graduation supplies for the graduating homeschooler. They carry diplomas, covers, announcements and invitations, caps, gowns, tassels, gifts, and more. Serving families, local co-ops, homeschool groups, and statewide organizations with high-quality graduation products. 
Homeschool Curriculum Choices for High School
Choosing a high school curriculum for a homeschooler can feel daunting. It presents a greater challenge when your child has special needs. This guide will help you choose a homeschool high school curriculum for a student with dyslexia. 
The High School Solution
Lee Binz offers guidance and coaching through every age and stage of homeschooling middle school and high school. This training and resource guide is for parents of 7th through 12th graders. Binz offers training on every issue and obstacle you may face during your homeschooling high school journey, an extensive collection of resources for common questions, and ongoing help and support. 
National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Established in 1955, National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that operates without government assistance. NMSC conducts the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an annual academic competition for recognition and college undergraduate scholarships.
Choosing Homeschooling High School Curriculum
Preparing for homeschooling high school can seem like a big job, but it just takes some planning. It is important to choose a curriculum that meets both your needs and, more importantly, those of your high school student. This essay explains the best approach, looking at student goals, style of instruction, content, outsourcing, and dual credit, CLEP, and AP options. 
The Home Scholar: Helping Parents Homeschool High School
Lee Binz believes that homeschooling provides the best possible learning environment; every child deserves a college-prep education whether or not they choose to go to college, and parents are capable of providing a superior education to their children. Lee does not judge your homeschool or evaluate your children. Instead, she comes alongside to help and encourage parents homeschooling high school. Information about homeschooling middle school through high school. 
Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum: A Guide to Catholic Home Education
In this book, Laura Berquist offers a curriculum based on the philosophy of the classical Trivium: grammar, logic, and rhetoric. This valuable tools helps home educators craft a liberal arts curriculum that is good for both the soul and the intellect. The material in the book covers grades K-12 and has detailed and practical advice. There is also a section for a high school curriculum and a list of resources. 
Goal-Based Planning for High School
Student's goals are very important when planning for high school and the future. This guide will give you information on putting together a high school plan, early graduation for homeschoolers, goal-based planning, electives, and transcripts. 
Blog, She Wrote: Embracing the Independent and Authentic Nature of Homeschooling
This extensive blog offers support for parents homeschooling through high school, with information on planning high school homeschool, creating electives, preparing for college, writing essays, teaching science, navigating college selection, and more!
African-American Unschool Teens
African-American Teens who unschool/homeschool: Come hear how others live exciting, creative lives outside of traditional schooling. This is a free and comfortable space for teens to call their own. 
What You Need to Know Before Homeschooling High School
Congratulations! You've decided to homeschool your high schoolers. Now what? This essay offers encouragement, planning tips, and information on community resources, dual credit at home, and more. 
Choosing High School Homeschool Curriculum
This review of many high school curriculum and resources is a good look at what is available for homeschoolers during the high school years. This page also offers a collection of words of wisdom from homeschoolers who have had experience with homeschooling through high school. 
Homeschooling High School for Teens
Choosing High School Homeschool Curriculum

This review of many high school curriculum and resources is a good look at what is available for homeschoolers during the high school years. This page also offers a collection of words of wisdom from homeschoolers who have had experience with homeschooling through high school. 

What You Need to Know Before Homeschooling High School

Congratulations! You've decided to homeschool your high schoolers. Now what? This essay offers encouragement, planning tips, and information on community resources, dual credit at home, and more. 

And What About College?: How Homeschooling Can Lead to Admissions to the Best Colleges & Universities
Get all your questions about helping your homeschooled student apply and get accepted to college answered with this resource. It discusses transcripts, diplomas, education choices, online colleges, and more. If you are worried about whether your homeschooled student can have a successful college search, then this book will help allay those fears and offers good support and information. 
Homeschool from the Other Side

Enjoy this essay by a homeschool grad, Maggie Tynan, as she recounts her experiences being a homeschooled teen. There are many ways in which you can do this, and it will be different for every family. There is no one “right” way to homeschool. It depends on the mom, the child, the situation, the subject and a multitude of other things.

Goal-Based Planning for High School

Student's goals are very important when planning for high school and the future. This guide will give you information on putting together a high school plan, early graduation for homeschoolers, goal-based planning, electives, and transcripts. 

It's Not That Hard to Homeschool High School

Homeschooling high school can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be that hard. This group offers support to homeschooling parents to share tips and encouragement, from choosing curriculum to parenting advice. 

Annie & Everything

Ann Karako offers support and guidance for families with homeschooling teenagers. With articles, support, and resources, you'll find the information and confidence you need to homeschool your high school student here. 

Blog, She Wrote: Embracing the Independent and Authentic Nature of Homeschooling

This extensive blog offers support for parents homeschooling through high school, with information on planning high school homeschool, creating electives, preparing for college, writing essays, teaching science, navigating college selection, and more!

The Teenage Liberation Handbook: How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education
This classic homeschool resource is intended for teens who are ready to take charge of their own education. Written by Grace Llewellyn in the '90s, it is still relevant today. Teens will be empowered by claiming their natural ability to teach themselves and to fully personalize their education. Covers the decision to leave school, as well as many of the learning opportunities available to teens. 
Real Lives: Eleven Teenagers Who Don't Go to School
Grace Llewellyn, author of the The Teenage Liberation Handbook, offers the stories of 11 teens who made the decision to reject traditional schooling methodologies and take their education into their own hands. The essays highlight offer a day-in-the-life look at teen homeschooling and unschooling, as the teens embraced self-education and increased in their self-confidence and motivation. 
Electives & Extracurriculars for Homeschoolers
Choosing Electives for Homeschooling High School

Homeschoolers have so many choices when it comes to electives. This essay looks at several different subjects that can be used as electives and offers resources and information. You'll find so many ideas about how to incorporate electives and extracurricular activities into your high school curriculum. 

Choosing Homeschool High School Electives Based on 16 Career Clusters

When deciding on a homeschool curriculum, taking into consideration first what the law says is required. After that, explore what colleges are look for, what preparation you will need for courses and testing, and what electives you'll then add on. Electives can help your student explore his/her passions and can bring joy to your homeschooling. Plus, college and universities are interested in what your child is interested in. 

Goal-Based Planning for High School

Student's goals are very important when planning for high school and the future. This guide will give you information on putting together a high school plan, early graduation for homeschoolers, goal-based planning, electives, and transcripts. 

Support for Homeschooling High School Teens
The Teenage Liberation Handbook: How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education
This classic homeschool resource is intended for teens who are ready to take charge of their own education. Written by Grace Llewellyn in the '90s, it is still relevant today. Teens will be empowered by claiming their natural ability to teach themselves and to fully personalize their education. Covers the decision to leave school, as well as many of the learning opportunities available to teens. 
African-American Unschool Teens
African-American Teens who unschool/homeschool: Come hear how others live exciting, creative lives outside of traditional schooling. This is a free and comfortable space for teens to call their own. 
Real Lives: Eleven Teenagers Who Don't Go to School
Grace Llewellyn, author of the The Teenage Liberation Handbook, offers the stories of 11 teens who made the decision to reject traditional schooling methodologies and take their education into their own hands. The essays highlight offer a day-in-the-life look at teen homeschooling and unschooling, as the teens embraced self-education and increased in their self-confidence and motivation. 
Choosing High School Curriculum
Choosing Homeschool High School Electives Based on 16 Career Clusters

When deciding on a homeschool curriculum, taking into consideration first what the law says is required. After that, explore what colleges are look for, what preparation you will need for courses and testing, and what electives you'll then add on. Electives can help your student explore his/her passions and can bring joy to your homeschooling. Plus, college and universities are interested in what your child is interested in. 

How to Plan High School Core Courses in Your Homeschool

Planning for those all-important core courses is very doable and actually doesn't require too much effort. By following the general sequence for most subjects, you will be able to effectively and successfully plan for your child's high school years. These core courses include: math, science, history/social studies, English, and a foreign language. 

Goal-Based Planning for High School

Student's goals are very important when planning for high school and the future. This guide will give you information on putting together a high school plan, early graduation for homeschoolers, goal-based planning, electives, and transcripts. 

Homeschool Curriculum Choices for High School

Choosing a high school curriculum for a homeschooler can feel daunting. It presents a greater challenge when your child has special needs. This guide will help you choose a homeschool high school curriculum for a student with dyslexia. 

It's Not That Hard to Homeschool High School

Homeschooling high school can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be that hard. This group offers support to homeschooling parents to share tips and encouragement, from choosing curriculum to parenting advice. 

Annie & Everything

Ann Karako offers support and guidance for families with homeschooling teenagers. With articles, support, and resources, you'll find the information and confidence you need to homeschool your high school student here. 

Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum: A Guide to Catholic Home Education

In this book, Laura Berquist offers a curriculum based on the philosophy of the classical Trivium: grammar, logic, and rhetoric. This valuable tools helps home educators craft a liberal arts curriculum that is good for both the soul and the intellect. The material in the book covers grades K-12 and has detailed and practical advice. There is also a section for a high school curriculum and a list of resources. 

Blog, She Wrote: Embracing the Independent and Authentic Nature of Homeschooling

This extensive blog offers support for parents homeschooling through high school, with information on planning high school homeschool, creating electives, preparing for college, writing essays, teaching science, navigating college selection, and more!

Choosing Homeschooling High School Curriculum

Preparing for homeschooling high school can seem like a big job, but it just takes some planning. It is important to choose a curriculum that meets both your needs and, more importantly, those of your high school student. This essay explains the best approach, looking at student goals, style of instruction, content, outsourcing, and dual credit, CLEP, and AP options. 

Homeschool Graduation & Diplomas
Homeschool Diploma
Homeschool Diploma offers complete graduation supplies for the graduating homeschooler. They carry diplomas, covers, announcements and invitations, caps, gowns, tassels, gifts, and more. Serving families, local co-ops, homeschool groups, and statewide organizations with high-quality graduation products. 
Entrance Exams & Testing for Homeschoolers
The Princeton Review
The Princeton Review offers personalized private tutoring, test prep, and admission products and services to help students knock down barriers and achieve their academic goals. Search for schools and careers, find test preparation courses, get information on scholarships, and more. Covered tests include: ACT, AP, PSAT, SAT, SAT Subjects, TOEFL, ISEE, MCAT, DAT, OAT, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, CFA, and USMLE.
The College Board
The College Board is a not-for-profit membership association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the association is composed of more than 4,700 schools, colleges, universities, and other educational organizations. Each year, the College Board serves over three and a half million students and their parents, 23,000 high schools, and 3,500 colleges through major programs and services in college admissions, guidance, assessment, financial aid, enrollment, and teaching and learning. Among its best-known programs are the SAT, the PSAT/NMSQT®, and the Advanced Placement Program®(AP).
National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Established in 1955, National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that operates without government assistance. NMSC conducts the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an annual academic competition for recognition and college undergraduate scholarships.
Homeschool Transcripts
Choosing A Good Course Title is Important

As you prepare your child's high school transcript, take care to choose course titles that help build a strong transcript. Course titles should reflect the content of the course and should be in the appropriate category. This guide offers tips on course title selection for your homeschool transcript. 

AP, CLEP, DE, and Honors Courses

Homeschooling offers the opportunity to design a plan of study that is tailored to the need of each student. This customization can include: honors classes, music, art, dual enrollment, vocational training, business experience, and other courses that arise from the student's goals and interests. This guide helps you know how to include these credits on your homeschool transcript. 

How to Determine Credits

This guide will help you put together your homeschooled high school student's transcript. Explains early credits, full credits, half credits, and special courses such as AP, dual enrollment, honors, and CLEP. 

Transcripts and Portfolios

A good high school transcript reflects the individualized progress of a homeschooled student's academic experience and work. These tips will help you build a strong transcript and portfolio of student work. 

Goal-Based Planning for High School

Student's goals are very important when planning for high school and the future. This guide will give you information on putting together a high school plan, early graduation for homeschoolers, goal-based planning, electives, and transcripts. 

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