How many hours are in a school day?

by | Oct 27, 2020 | Elementary, High School, Pennsylvania

The home education law doesn’t define a day, so use a standard that you feel comfortable with.   I recommend doing some research and some thinking before you decide. Personally, I don’t think a 5-year-old child should spend more than 30 minutes a day doing seat-work....

Good Advice for New Homeschool Moms

by | Oct 27, 2020 | Beginners

Here’s some good advice from an unknown source: Homeschooling for those who have been in public school can be a culture shock.Many children who have been in public school can be way behind much of the homeschool curriculum. Some of the things I learned when I...

How can I fit in all these subjects?

by | Oct 25, 2020 | Elementary

Believe it or not, you are not required to teach any subject every year. Really. The home education law says: “At the elementary school level, the following courses shall be taught: English, to include spelling, reading and writing; arithmetic; science; geography; the...

Your First Affidavit

by | Oct 25, 2020 | Affidavit

WHEN TO FILEThe law says that, the first time you submit an affidavit and objectives for John, you must do so “prior to the commencement of the home education program.” Since the public school year runs from July 1 to June 30 every year, if you submit these items no...