The Value of Support When You’re Homeschooling

Where to find support on your homeschooling journey.
The Value of Support When You’re Homeschooling
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When we first began homeschooling, we didn’t know any local families who homeschooled their children. All of our neighbors, friends, and the families at church sent their kids to public school. And, although we wholeheartedly chose this educational path for our kids, it was difficult to be that family—the different ones, the rebels, the homeschoolers. That’s why being part of a supportive homeschooling community is beneficial.

The great news is the homeschooling community is widespread and growing every day, granting homeschoolers myriad opportunities to connect and support each other. Now let’s take a closer look at what a homeschool support group is, the different levels of support, and how to find the right support group for you and your family.

What Is a Homeschool Support Group?

A homeschool support group connects you and your family with other likeminded homeschooling families based on a shared faith, a secular worldview, an educational philosophy, or the type of curriculum you use, etc. So there is definitely one to match your family’s needs and values.
Karen Doll
Karen Doll
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Karen Doll is a freelance writer and homeschooling consultant based in the small village of Wassergass, Pa. She enjoys writing about homeschooling, gardening, food and culture, family life, and the joys of chicken keeping. Visit her at AtHomeWithKarenDoll.wordpress.com
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