Homeschooling High School Resources

 

 

Let's face it - considering to homeschool the high school years can be intimidating.  Honestly, they will be more challenging for both parent-teacher AND student.  There are so many resources out there to help you succeed - so don't write off the idea.  Homeschooling provides that naturally beneficial and supportive relationship between parents and students that will make these often challenging years even more meaningful and fruitful.

 

1.  GENERAL REFERENCE

 

Home Scholar:  (All Things Homeschool High School)   https://homehighschoolhelp.com/  Exhaustive help from a homeschool high school veteran.

Delight Directed Learning:    http://www.thehomescholar.com/use-your-annoy-o-meter-skillfully.php   and      http://www.thehomescholar.com/delight-directed-learning.php 

ICHE Homeschooling During the High School Years:  http://www.iche-idaho.org/highschool.html

Evaluation of High School Credits:  (HSLDA)   http://www.hslda.org/highschool/docs/EvaluatingCredits.asp

High School Teacher Training Course:  (HSLDA)   https://store.hslda.org/high-school-teacher-training-p258.aspx

High School Recordkeeping (VIDEO):  http://www.hslda.org/highschool/videos.asp#diane3

Recordkeeping Software:       https://www.homeschooltracker.com/download_basic.aspx  (free)     http://www.contechsolutions.net/cart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=125&zenid=0362b7b501f2c373545c5f62d58ed4b4      https://www.homeschooltracker.com/hstonline_buy.aspx      http://www.homeschoolminder.com/pricing.html      http://www.thehomeschoolmom.com/homeschool-help/homeschool-planners/   (free)

School Choice in Idaho:    http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/home_school/docs/School%20Choice%20Packet.pdf

 

 

2.  CO-OPS PROVIDING HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL CLASSES   (Local & Online)

 

Reach America Christian Homeschool Co-op:   http://letsreachamerica.org/education-partnership/

Inland Northwest Christian Homeschoolers Co-op: (INCH)   http://www.inchhome.com/

Classes By Beth: (Online, Christian setting)   http://www.classesbybeth.com/

University of Nebraska High School:  (Online)    http://highschool.nebraska.edu/

 

 

3.  SPECIALTY CURRICULUM

 

Art Appreciation: 

National Gallery http://www.nga.gov/content/ngaweb/education/teachers.html  (see Learning Resources to set up account for free loans of excellent material to supplement your curriculum;  some longer-term 9 month loans available)

Foreign Language:

Rosetta Stone through CdA Library (LiLI-Libraries Linking Idaho) (must have active library card to utilize)   http://www.cdalibrary.org/explore

http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?authtype=ip,cpid&custid=s5664038&profile=rosetstone

Psychology (from a Christian worldview):

Psychology:  A Christian Perspective, by Dr. Tim Rice  9780981558721  (Student text, and separate Teacher’s Guide)   http://homeschoolpsych.com/

Driver’s Education:

www.DriversEd.com    Plus In-Car Instruction through one of the approved-providers listed at the DMV;  NOTE:  This online program is occasionally on a drastic sale through the Homeschool Buyer’s Co-op – free membership at http://www.homeschoolbuyersco-op.org/

http://idahoteendriving.org/    and   http://www.itd.idaho.gov/dmv/driverservices/young_drivers.htm

From  Idaho Transportation Dept. – Driver Services:   “The public school courses are open to all Idaho residents between the ages of 14 1/2 and 21, even if they are not public school students.”

Geology:  http://www.amazon.com/Creation-Geology-Fossils-Formations-Flood/dp/1931941092  and  NorthwestRockAndFossil.com. 

Paleontology:   (READ ON!)  

Evolution: The Grand Experiment, Vol. 1 and Living Fossils – Evolution: The Grand Experiment, Vol. 2  Student text and separate Teacher’s Editions + DVDs    (EXCELLENT resource examining the evidence from fossils vs. evolutionary theory – great thinking science books that strengthen your student’s faith and confidence)    http://www.thegrandexperiment.com/teachers-manual.html

US Constitution:  (FREE resource provided through Hillsdale College)

http://constitutionreader.com/?utm_source=prospect&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Home%20School%20World%20Buyers%20and%20Subscribers

Worldviews:   http://www.summit.org/curriculum/high-school/home-school/    (EXCELLENT 5 Star Curriculum from Summit Ministries)

Civics & Government:   http://www.loc.gov/teachers/classroommaterials/themes/civics/lessonplans.html 

 

 

4.  TRANSCRIPTS & RECORDS

 

www.thehomescholar.com       TONS of resources to help you….MANY of them free!

 

 

5.  DUAL ENROLLMENT (ID & Online)

 

Community College Success:     http://www.thehomescholar.com/community-college-success.php

Ohio Christian University – Trailblazer:    http://www.ohiochristian.edu/trailblazer-academy

NIC:   www.nic.edu/dualcredit       $65/cr. hr. vs $125/cr.hr.; No SAT/ACT required; Complete 12 credits to transfer to 4-year college with no

SAT/ACT required;  Enrollment Coordinator – Sara Schmelzer  saschmelzer@nic.edu

Fast Forward ID: (Funds to help pay for Dual Enrollment expense, certifications & exams)   http://www.fastforwardidaho.com/

 

 

6.  TESTING - REFERENCE & PREPARATION

 

Reference -

 

SAT/ACT Facts and Comparison:   http://www.thehomescholar.com/mystery-sat-act/mystery-sat-act-2012.pdf

 

Grading Comparison:  SAT – ¼ pt. penalty for wrong answers; ACT – no penalty for wrong answers, just pts. for correct answers  (fill in every blank)

 

Preparation - 

 

*LiLI Test Prep for ACT, SAT, AP, +:  (through Coeur d’Alene Library Network – must have library card)  http://www.learningexpresshub.com/college-preparation-center

*COMPASS Math/Reading Placement: (For CC placement; through Coeur d’Alene Library Network – must have library card)  http://www.learningexpresshub.com/learningexpress-hub/college-center/prepare-for-college-placement-exams/compass-preparation/381701b8-8f72-49d5-aa12-c8494e03e7ec

*CLEP Prep: (through Coeur d’Alene Libarary Network – must have library card)    http://www.learningexpresshub.com/learningexpress-hub/college-center/prepare-for-the-clep-exams/clep-preparation/clep-college-composition-modular-practice-tests

 

SAT:  https://www.collegeboard.org/

 On the Register page, go to the bottom for Home-Schooled Student Registration.  Home-schooled students can register online or by mail. IMPORTANT:  When prompted for a high school code, enter: 970000.

 NOTE:  School ID Form -  Try typing School ID Form into the search bar at the top right of the screen if you are unable to get the form up from the link on the Register page.  Also pay close attention to the Photo Requirements for this form.  You will need to get your form notarized prior to testing.

 CdA Area Testing Centers/Schedule:  http://sat.collegeboard.org/register/test-center-code-search

 

ACT:  http://www.actstudent.org/

 Registration is done directly online.  IMPORTANT:  When prompted for a high school code, enter: 969999.

 CdA/Rathdrum Area Testing Centers/Schedule:   http://www.actstudent.org/regist/centers/

 

 

7.  DETERMINING DIRECTION POST-GRADUATION 

 

Cost of Living Tutorial and Workbook:   http://www.schoolonwheels.org/pdfs/4010/CostofLiving123.pdf

Exploring Careers/Skills:  (Idaho)    http://labor.idaho.gov/dnn/idl/IdahoCareerInformation.aspx ;  per Sara Schmelzer of NIC Enrollment,

Enter User:  NICmain4, and Password: NICnihe4, then set up profile by using the Create My CIS Portfolio function to the upper right;  After signing in and creating your portfolio/profile, visit the Reality Check in Learn About Yourself

Mapping Your Future:   http://www.mappingyourfuture.org/Resources/

Murphy-Meisgier Career Testing:   (for kids)         www.capt.org

Gift Test:   (Coming Home Ministries)    www.gifttest.org

 

 

8.  POST-GRADUATION EDUCATION OPTIONS TO CONSIDER

 

Apprenticeships:   “Forging Ahead – Apprenticeships in the 21st Century” (click to download .pdf of webinar notes)

Webinar can be rented for 30 days at:  https://store.hslda.org/webinarforging-ahead--apprenticeships-in-the-21st-century-p622.aspx

Checking out campuses/professors:    http://www.ratemyprofessors.com/

College:   

Apply as early as possible in Senior Year (by October – long process); Compare college stats in choosing; Remember deadlines are inflexible; Secure letters of recommendation; Take placement tests (ACT/SAT) and have data sent to colleges of choice; Visit colleges early and often (official appointment/tour); Help your student brainstorm for their application essay; Have transcript/records organized in advance of need; Read lots of resources on the how-to process (see www.thehomescholar.com)

Journey to College: 

http://video.idahoptv.org/video/2365412316/

Notes to download for reference (click here)

CollegePlus:   

www.collegeplus.org  (Coaching/Concierge Service for best cost college degrees; highly recommend watching/attending a webinar or calling them to discuss their excellent program)

Gap Year:  http://www.thehomescholar.com/recent-articles/gap-year.php

Entrepreneurship:  

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5926849F0C27AC7F   (Micro Business for Teens Series by Carol Topp;  Book series to accompany MB for Teens Workbook, Starting a MB, Running a MB, Money and Taxes in a MB)

Praxis:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lc4h_FJkoZY    (Work Experience and Education all in one)

Professional-Technical Career Programs: (NIC)   http://www.nic.edu/websites/default.aspx?dpt=47

 

 

9.  GRADUATION

 

Annual NIHEA High School Graduation Ceremony:   Link to Website Graduation Page