Programs or prepared curricula are not at all necessary for homeschooling, but there are many such resources available for those wanting a bit more structure. We suggest you begin with a good book or two about homeschooling, and proceed slowly before making any investment in or commitment to materials. Homeschoolers usually find that they need far less than they first expected to need. These programs and books dealing with curriculum advice, correspondence programs, or related support are only a small sample of the great variety of such resources that some HSC members have used. You can also call your local HSC County Contact to ask about programs within your area.
Beach High School, a private alternative school run by Wes Beach, author of Opportunities After "High School": Thoughts, Documents, Resources. It offers a legal umbrella, guidance, documentation, college admission planning, and diplomas based on concise portfolios. Specialty: helping teenagers make a transition from high school studies to their next life situation, whether college or other. Learning plans available, but not curricular materials or instruction. 5520 Old San Jose Road, Soquel, CA 95073. Phone (831) 462-5867, or email beachhi@cruzio.com
Books To Build On: A Grade-by-Grade Resource Guide for Parents and Teachers, by E. D. Hirsch. 350-page guidebook to interesting books and resources for enriching learning categorized by subject, through 6th grade.
Calvert School, A complete, traditional packaged curriculum, K-8 (no private school status in CA). Calvert, Dept. 2NET, 105. Tuscany Rd, Baltimore, MD 21210. (888) 487-4652
Charter School information: Charter schools are special programs created as a means to innovate within the public school system. Until recently, most charter schools were site-based programs located within the sponsoring school districts. Several charters now exist for homeschool students, and many homeschool families are happy with the opportunity to have both independence and support. For further information, contact the schools directly, see http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/cs/index.asp, or http://www.chartervoice.org/
-
1
- 2
Reprinted with the permission of the HomeSchool Association of California. © 2007–2008 by HomeSchool Association of California. All rights reserved.
Add your own comment
Ask a Question
Have questions about this article or topic? AskToday on Education.com
Popular Articles
- Kindergarten Sight Words List
- The Five Warning Signs of Asperger's Syndrome
- What Makes a School Effective?
- Child Development Theories
- Why is Play Important? Social and Emotional Development, Physical Development, Creative Development
- 10 Fun Activities for Children with Autism
- Test Problems: Seven Reasons Why Standardized Tests Are Not Working
- Bullying in Schools
- A Teacher's Guide to Differentiating Instruction
- Steps in the IEP Process

Celebrate Memorial Day! Worksheets and Activities About American History
Spring Fever! 6 Ways to Settle Kids Down 