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If anyone is reading this thread, they obviously are interested in homeschooling whether it be "pro,against, or on the fence". You are fairly new to SS so having heated discussions is part of it. We all get frustrated at times. Conversations and meanings can get mixed, especially with...

I think (and I could be off base) but Wylie was probably directing the comment "glaringly obvious" comment to other mothers. If they needed to work outside the home, homeschooling probably wasn't even an option. It seems to be overwhelmingly the mothers who homeschool, and this is on top...

I never said regular school was superior. I said I thought the kids may be more insulated. Where my kids went to school, projects were helped by the parents, a lot. Homework was a constant chore for them, that I refused to nag or discipline if they didn't do it. Being in school for 6 hrs a...

I'm happy you are willing to give us your opinion. I read a lot of "frugal" blogs, and many of LDS religions homeschool.They all seem to have very large families (6+kids) I was very happy when our 4 children were ready to head off to school.For me it was a milestone they reached. It had...

I'm amazed OKFFW's parents had the time and patience to homeschool such a large family. I am fascinated with large families.

But if someone wants to homeschool their children, these regulations and qualifications are not required? Regardless of whether they are paid or not, it will probably take a year to find out if the children are getting an education, thru regulated tests. And yes, I am very serious.

Concerning Homeschooling, If anyone can do this apparently, why do teachers need to go to university for a degree? Someone who successfully taught their child for 13 years, should be able to walk into a teaching position, right?

Since the topic is early retirement without a fortune, we would be including younger families with school aged children in this group. Homeschooling would be a frugal choice, as it would not require uniforms, school bought lunches (where applicable).The peer pressure "gadgets", such as...

OKFFW, I'm glad homeschooling worked out for you and your siblings. amazingly...this is one of the few topics dan c and i agree on :)

I think parents are doing a disservice to homeschool children. How can children have a debate, when they only hear what their parents teach them? (as one example)

I have no idea what you mean :confused:

Homeschooled children would be more socially insulated, even more than private schooled children, from the "real world". From a merely educational standpoint, they may be further ahead. It would depend upon the teacher, I guess. Private schooled children only deal with other "privileged"...