In January each year, Homeschool Association directors send their homeschool enrollment numbers to the respective school districts. This is part of what the law requires here. So, while the districts are busy tallying this year’s numbers, let’s take a look at the SC Homeschool enrollment numbers from previous years. I’m not sure what the numbers […]
Record-Keeping: What’s the Point?
October 22, 2019 by 3 Comments
I’ve talked before about some reasons why you should keep good homeschool records. The law says to do it, yes. But what’s the point of record-keeping anyway? The point of record-keeping is for YOUR own benefit. You are the one who is looking at the records. Homeschooling is hard and it’s natural to doubt yourself […]
Why Do Associations Have Different Requirements?
September 25, 2019 by 3 Comments
Why do homeschool associations have different requirements? If we’re all following the same code of law, then why different policies and procedures? That’s a really good question. It’s not so much about a difference in requirements…but a difference in services. Homeschool Associations have different policies and procedures. Maybe this seems confusing or odd. But, think […]
Homeschool Hub Association
September 24, 2019 by 1 Comment
Homeschool Hub is a 3rd Option Accountability group in South Carolina, previously called Cornerstone Home Educators. Note: The information provided here is for reference only. The association information is limited since their website is no longer active. Previous members, need help with your records? Contact [email protected] or register with another association We strive to provide members with many […]
Hometown Homeschool Association
September 24, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Hometown Homeschool Association (HHASC) is a 3rd Option Accountability group in South Carolina. Here’s a look at some of the services they offer. Note: The information provided here is for reference only. The association prices and services may have changed since this post was updated. Hometown Homeschool Association of SC “I am here for advice and encouragement. […]
What is Option 1?
July 2, 2019 by 5 Comments
I chose Option 1 for my homeschool accountability for several years. Let’s talk about what is Option 1. So we can clear up some of the confusion about it. In South Carolina, we have three homeschool accountability options. These are the codes of law that allow you to homeschool. Most of us choose an accountability […]
K-12 Program Options: Public, Private and Homeschool
July 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Compulsory attendance law says that when child turns five years old by September 1, the student is required to attend school. Somewhere. When you decide to enroll somewhere outside the traditional brick-and-mortar building, it gets a bit more confusing. For example: K-12 program options fall under Public, Private and Homeschool attendance laws. Many curriculum programs […]
GLOW Accountability Association
February 9, 2019 by 2 Comments
GLOW Accountability Association is a 3rd Option Accountability group in South Carolina. Here’s a look at some of the services they offer. Note: The information provided here is for reference only. The association prices and services may have changed since this post was updated. GLOW Accountability Association Grow & Learn On Weekdays is a homeschool group that […]
SC TOP Association
January 9, 2019 by 1 Comment
SC TOP Association is a 3rd Option Accountability group in South Carolina, previously called REACH the TOP (RTT). SC TOP is now open statewide. Here’s a look at some of the services they offer. Note: The information provided here is for reference only. The association prices and services may have changed since this post was […]
Important Homeschool Documents from Your Association
June 17, 2018 by 4 Comments
When you register with your accountability, you’ll be issued some important documents that verify you are legally compliant. These are some of the important documents to obtain from your association director. Some of these documents are not automatically issued, so you might need to request them. Talk to your association director about their procedures for obtaining […]
