I’ve said be for and I’ll say it again… I love College Preview Days! Mark your calendars for these fanatastic College Preview Days Spring 2018. There’s so many opportunities for your homeschool high school student to consider. There’s no better way to figure out what you want to do and where you want to go–than […]
SC Student Loan
November 13, 2017 by 3 Comments
Have you heard of the SC Student Loan? If you have a student applying for college next year, you may need to know about this program! FAFSA and Financial Aid If you have a student enrolling in college next year, you should already have filled out the FAFSA. The FAFSA application opened October 1st and […]
College Preview Days Fall 2017
October 18, 2017 by Leave a Comment
It’s time again for College Preview Days! There’s so many opportunities for your high school student to consider. So get a jumpstart as soon as possible. I love College Preview Days! It’s a low-pressure way to see what each college has to offer. You get a feel for the personality of the school. And a […]
Buzzword of the Day: Accredited
October 6, 2017 by 4 Comments
Today we have a new buzzword: Accredited. I have heard this word more in the past few weeks than I’ve heard for years before. For some reason, this is suddenly a big concern. At least, for public school officials in South Carolina. Do you look for programs that are accredited? Do you know what it […]
Profile of a South Carolina Graduate
August 31, 2017 by 5 Comments
The Department of Education has developed a profile of a South Carolina graduate. It stands as the goal of the public education system to produce a well-rounded, productive citizen. Let’s see if our homeschool grads fit the profile, too. As homeschoolers, that’s our goal too. I think it’s beneficial to take a look at the […]
College Admissions Prerequisites
July 5, 2017 by 3 Comments
The Commission on Higher Education has issued a guideline for College Admissions Prerequisites to 4-year colleges in South Carolina. We’ve talked before about High School Record-Keeping–with the SC Diploma standards in mind. But, it’s up to you to figure out the differences in the college admissions prerequisite requirements. This is a general guideline of what […]
Class Ranking Policies: To Rank or Not to Rank?
April 18, 2017 by 2 Comments
Let’s talk about class ranking policies for High schoolers. To rank–or not to rank? That is our question! Here’s what you need to know about ranking policies and procedures as a homeschooler in South Carolina. What is Class Rank? College Board defines class rank as: “a mathematical summary of a student’s academic record as compared […]
What about College Tuition Tax Breaks for Dual Credits?
March 20, 2017 by 2 Comments
Are there any tax breaks for homeschoolers in South Carolina? The short answer is no. What about college tuition tax breaks for Dual Credits? Can you count those tuition dollars off on your taxes? Well, yes–and no. This post contains affiliate links. Any purchases thru the links will pay me a small commission. No Tax Breaks–No Gub’ment Money […]
Homeschool Athletics Alternatives in South Carolina
March 8, 2017 by 1 Comment
Homeschool Athletics programs are widely available. Many local businesses offer recreational level athletics at a discount rate during the day. What about competitive High School Sports programs? We’ve got that, too! Some homeschool students may wish to try out at their local high school thru Equal Access. If that’s what you’re looking for, click over here: […]
How to Avoid the Grammar Police
February 20, 2017 by 16 Comments
Grammar, spelling, and punctuation are essentials of a quality education. It’s a fact of life that we are evaluated on the use of proper grammar. But how can you avoid getting caught by the grammar police? This post was proofread by Grammarly As home educators, we want to be seen as qualified teachers. We want […]
