You can create your own high school course for anything. In a previous post, we talked about course credits in basic record-keeping for high school. Let’s talk some more about how to document your own course for high school credit. There are two basic ways to think about a high school credit. One is covering a […]
Why Choose Technical College?
January 2, 2019 by 2 Comments
The doors of opportunity open if you choose technical college. Tech is a great option for your homeschool grad to consider. In a previous post, I listed the 16 Technical Colleges we have in South Carolina. Why choose Technical college? Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why you might go to Tech […]
SC Uniform Grade Scale
September 30, 2018 by 6 Comments
As you work on your parent-made transcript for your high schooler, here’s what you need to know about the SC Uniform Grade Scale. We’ve got this unique and complicated grade scale system set forth by the Department of Education. All public schools and most private schools utilize this policy. You may be wondering why it matters […]
How do Unschoolers Document Learning?
August 31, 2018 by 7 Comments
Homeschool law in South Carolina mandates some basic record-keeping requirements. So, what if you are an unschooler and you don’t actually plan ahead? This is how one unschooler does her journal. How do unschoolers document learning? How do we maintain the records required by law? These are the most frequently asked questions I hear when talking with other […]
Homeschool Record-Keeping For High Schoolers in South Carolina
August 15, 2018 by 11 Comments
Let’s talk about homeschool record-keeping for high schoolers in South Carolina. We’ve talked before about the basics of South Carolina’s Homeschool Record-Keeping 101. But, now that you’ve got a high schooler working toward credits and transcripts–there’s a little bit more you’ll want to do so the doors of opportunity will open for your student. Depending […]
Technical Colleges in South Carolina
July 16, 2018 by 2 Comments
Consider the doors of opportunity available at Technical Colleges in South Carolina. South Carolina has 16 Technical Colleges. In another post, I discuss why your homeschool grad might choose a Technical college. I highly recommend that you and your student take a look at the Tech Colleges near you. Even if you know you want […]
What Counts as an Honors Credit?
June 27, 2018 by 2 Comments
Honors credits can help boost your student’s GPA. So, what counts as an honors credit? How do we go about deciding if the course is worth the honors weight or not? I’ve explained in a previous post what’s a high school credit. There’s a certain amount of material covered or time invested in the subject […]
Is CPR Required for High School Health?
March 31, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Is CPR required for High school health in South Carolina? And how does it affect homeschoolers? What does it all mean anyway? We have a new law that has gone into effect here in SC. The buzz about it is making the rounds on social media. So, let’s take a closer look at it and talk […]
Homeschool Bands in South Carolina
March 21, 2018 by Leave a Comment
We have several homeschool bands in South Carolina. If your student is interested to perform in a band or orchestra–here’s some great programs to consider. Does your student want to learn music? Is music performance an important educational opportunity to you? Local music stores often offer lessons…be sure to ask for homeschool discount rates during […]
Honors Framework Guideline
February 2, 2018 by 3 Comments
In a previous post, I’ve talked about What Counts as an Honors Credit. This is a great reference for those of us who are working on college admissions. If your high schooler is transferring back to public school, you need to know about this Honors Framework Guideline from the Department of Education. Some associations are […]
