Homeschool Looks Different Than It Used To

Having just one homeschool student makes things much different than when all three of my kids were still in this process together. Now my oldest daughter is working and pursuing her dream, her little sis just started college, and their brother is becoming more independent. 

Heather’s first day of work at our local library

Emily’s first day of college 

Joseph at our homeschool group’s kickoff 

This week my oldest daughter Heather is excited to be learning new skills but is hours away from home. Emily is commuting to college, and we just see her for a quick breakfast then in the evenings. I know that I’m going to be cherishing the times when our whole family is together even more. 

So yes, our homeschool looks much different than it used to. My son and I alternate school at home and lessons away from home almost equally. We’ve been spending Monday mornings each week going over expectations for the week. He completes most of his work independently, but I help as needed. Our co-op group will start back next week, and he is especially looking forward to the theater class. I’ve been reading our favorite children’s books in preparation for teaching a group of ten five year olds. 

Our current plan for ninth grade:

Old Testament studies

World History 

Algebra I

Health and PE

Theater 

Biology 

Photography 

English I

Spanish (still haven’t started this) 

Computer 

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