Modern Homeschool Today

Part of the reason we chose to homeschool after spending time in a local state school was because we wanted to teach our kids Christian values. We had the opportunity to experience education and socialisation in a secular environment which helped us realise how important it is that not only our home life be centered about the person of Jesus but also our children's education. I have mentioned numerous times about homeschooling being a socially unpopular choice. It is also a counter-cultural choice. But what many people don't realise is that we often face opposition from other Christians and Christian leaders. Homeschoolers really are going against the flow! Even in church communities we are taught that it's best to go with the flow - just follow the majority and we should be right. The problem? We end up using imperfect people to guide our decisions rather than look to the word of God. We stop following God and start following church culture and church leaders inste...

After a few weeks of homeschooling I've realised that I constantly need to remind myself WHY we have made this choice. In fact, I need to remind myself daily....and keep reminding myself...and reminding myself! Homeschooling Mission Statement To protect, nurture, and encourage my children's curiosity, imagination, and love of learning To create a warm, safe learning environment to suit my children's interests and changing needs To build strong character in my children believing that good character is more important than academic success To protect my children from negative influences by providing an environment where they are encouraged to embrace and celebrate their God-given uniqueness To empower my children with the knowledge that they are created by God and God has a plan and purpose for their life To live joyfully and peacefully together, encouraging and uplifting one another with both words and actions To impart a heart-felt desire to co...