There are many methods of homeschooling. An internet search for types of homeschooling or a search for homeschooling methods at your local library are two ways to find information about homeschooling methods. Some homeschoolers find a method that works well for their homeschooled children and others combine methods to create a custom program for their […]
Topic Type: Curriculum, Methods and Resources
How do I choose a curriculum?
This can be a very difficult question, since there are so many options. It can be overwhelming and challenging to decide where to begin. First you have to figure out what approach you want to use. (See question above.) Your curriculum is your plan of study. If you make a choice and it turns out […]
Do I have to use a purchased curriculum?
No. Many families create their own curriculum. Since your curriculum is your plan of study, you can pull from various sources, including life experiences, that you find valuable to your homeschooling experience. There are no state regulations that require you to purchase a curriculum or to have it approved by anyone other than you, the […]
How much does a curriculum cost?
You can put together a curriculum yourself for free to very little money or you can spend hundreds of dollars or more per year purchasing a curriculum. As the administrator of your homeschool, you set the budget for your curriculum. It is possible to work with almost any budget when homeschooling. […]
What about online virtual public school?
Online or virtual public charter schools are public schools. Participating in one of these schools is NOT homeschooling. All public schools are required to meet public school standards and the school, rather than the parent, decides what the child will learn and when. View all Wisconsin statutes pertaining to home-based private educational programs. […]
What about online virtual private school?
You will need to determine where the school is located. If the online or virtual private school is located outside of Wisconsin, you will file a PI-1206 Homeschool Report, as you will be responsible for ensuring Wisconsin’s educational requirements are met. If the online or virtual private school is located in Wisconsin, your child is […]
Does my curriculum need to be approved by someone?
No. As the administrator of your homeschool, you are the one who is completely responsible for your child’s education and curriculum approval. Likewise, as the administrator of your homeschool, you are free to make changes to your curriculum as needed, based on the requirements of your homeschool program. […]
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What subjects or content am I required to cover?
Each year, homeschooling parents must provide at least 875 hours of instruction. (Wis Stat 118.165(1)(c)) They must also provide “a sequentially progressive curriculum of fundamental instruction in reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science and health. This subsection does not require the program to include in its curriculum any concept, topic, or practice in conflict […]
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I’ve heard the state requires study of specific topics. What are the requirements for Wisconsin homeschoolers?
Public schools have specific topics of study, such as providing Lifesaving Skills instruction in 7-12th grade health courses, which must be included in their curriculum. Wisconsin homeschools do not share these mandates. Under Wis. Stat. 118.165(d), the topics Wisconsin homeschools must provide are: “reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science and health.” As the administrator […]
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