Homeschool PRO's & CON's | Homeschool vs. Public School

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[EmilyAnn]

Hey Angie, I'm not sure if this is appropriate, but I just wanted to say to your point of homeschooling being a thankless job, it definitely is now; but as someone who was home-schooled and LOVED it I can say that you'll probably reap the rewards in your children's adulthood. I have thanked my mom for homeschooling me on probably a weekly basis since the beginning of college. I attended and subsequently graduated from a state college after being home-school since the first grade and I have to say I found the transition easier than most of my classmates. Again, this might not be appropriate, I'm neither a parent nor a teacher so I don't really have a leg to stand on here, but I would bet that your kids will thank you. It was one of the best parts of my childhood and instilled both a love of learning and an independent work ethic that every boss I've ever had has praised and I always say "you can thank my mom for that, she home-schooled me".

[annf]

I was homeschooled from sixth grade until I graduated with my ged at 16. It was an amazing experience, and I loved the freedom it gave me to be able to get a job and to learn my own way. I do have one thing to say, especially if you plan on homeschooling older kids. KEEP EVERY PIECE OF WORK THEY DO! Get a filing cabinet, a binder, a dresser drawer, anything! I’m applying to college now and because my mom didn’t keep much of my high school work, it’s making it very hard to show them my transcript. If your child is in eighth or ninth grade, start keeping one for them, they will thank you. I’m the oldest child and the only one my mom has homeschooled in the higher grades, plus my state has very few regulations when it comes to that stuff so she genuinely didn’t think of keeping my things, but it’s more important than you might think.

[momdad]

I homeschooled my son 25 years ago. We did it from a Christian perspective and we both loved it. A byproduct was learning material I missed in school.

[blondefire]

Who is here in 2020? The main reason I chose to homeschool was to avoid the 'new abnormal' in the public schools. Yikes. Also because I always wanted to homeschool and saw this as a perfect opportunity. We live in small town where the kids walk to school and it's very quaint, cozy and community oriented so even though I always wanted to, I never saw the need....until now!

[franniepan]

"What makes you think you can home school your kids?" I would ask the question, what makes a stranger, who doesn't know our family, my child's strength, weaknesses, their personality, their hopes and dreams and also our families ideology think that they can teach my kids? Teachers may have a diploma or degree of some sort, that doesn't mean they are able to find out what stage every individual in their class is at or what their passions are. Also, all teachers have to abide by the curriculum and don't have a lot of freedom to stray off it in order to meet their students' needs. All reasons I believe life learning has much more value than being stuck in school.

[Volleyball_Chess_and_Geoguessr]

About the thankless job, it's kind of funny, my 5 year old seems to never remember where she learns all this stuff. She always says she just always knew it all or something. I'm like yeah ok lol.

[donnar.snyder]

My daughter started to struggle in private school and lose her confidence. If she is struggling on something than we don't move on where school is not like that. I love that she can get up and spend time with God. There are some bad days but the good far out away them. Love your channel

[CassieLynn]

Excellent list of pros and cons. The ability to customize my child’s education is probably one of the biggest reasons we homeschool. That and flexibility!! Thanks for sharing ❤️

[cindylaarhoven]

GREAT video!! I experienced pretty much everything you mentioned. We also switched stuff around almost every year. Did traditional homeschooling, tried some on-line stuff (not best for us), supplemental classes outside when they got older, and ended in a hybrid high school (3 days at school, 2 days at home). One daughter graduated in May and got into every college to which she applied and my other is a senior now. In the end, the blessings FAR outweighed any negatives. Good job Angie!!

[indoormama]

This list was spot on! Homeschool Mom of three years here. Wouldn’t change it for the world but it is definitely the most difficult thing I have ever done. I love making a mission statement to hang on my schoolroom wall to help me remember why I am doing this when I have a tough day. Love your videos Angie. ❤️

[BurtonFamily]

Homeschooling 3 girls, 6, 5, and 3. I totally agree, most of the pressure is in our heads. I think I might feel more pressured if I lived in a state that had alot of homeschool rules, and checked in on us alot, here in Arkansas, we don't currently have to have the school system Lord over us, anymore, and we have alot of freedom. Years ago, homeschool kids in our state did have to do standardized testing, not sure if it was every year or every other year, but thank goodness they don't have to do that anymore.
That being said, I do find myself thinking about, what if something happened to me, what would my husband do, or if I got sick, or had terrible morning sickness like you did, what would I do, finding that balance between being prepared and fear. I love that song by Francesca Batestelli (spelling?) "fear you don't own me, " "good bye fear, you will never be welcome here." I can't create the homeschool experience I want for my children, if I'm managed by fear. #goodbyefear

[lichtreflexionen]

Hey angie, I am a teacher in germany and I had to lough out loud when you talk about that thankless job. I can absolutely understand. It's part of my daily life... p.s. I like the thought of homeschooling, but it's forbidden in germany. (Please excuse my bad english 🙈)

[eshire]

Anyone who is able to homeschool is so lucky to have that choice and I do believe for many kids it is the best option. at the end of the day, of course, it is not an option for many families. I am currently working as an educator in a school that serves predominantly low income students. We have such limited resources -- not enough desks or chairs for students, limited text books, poor infrastructure etc. It is just so unfair that my students do not have access to the same quality of education -- I wish it were different because going to a school without adequate resources truly impacts the students ability to learn.

[shainacallaway]

Thank you for sharing!!!! I am a homeschooler!!! 🙌 it was so encouraging!!!’

[HarrietFitzgerald]

I struggle with the idea of homeschooling. My husband had a pretty standard experience in school and I sometimes think my kids would benefit from it, but then most of me thinks it's rubbish. I experienced massive anxiety, depression, bullying, difficulties learning, etc. It felt like being on survivor. 😂 I also don't know if I'd have the stamina for it. Currently home with my 21 month old and 4 month old and it is ROUGH! 😅

[kymjones]

Thank you for sharing. This is my third year of homeschooling but only my second for my younger two (we brought our oldest home before middle school as our Guinea pig). I still have rough days where I second guess whether I’m cut out for it but God keeps reassuring me that this is what he wants. Hearing someone who has done this longer say that they still those moments makes me feel a little better. I guess just knowing that I’m not alone gives me a little more confidence to keep pushing forward. Thanks for being honest!

[MichiganNature]

First of Amelia saying no was great! Second I would love to homeschool my daughter but have not found a way as a single mother. I really do miss my kiddo and she has asked to be homeschooled. I do homeschool kinda of May through September since she was behind. Now it's just habit and allows us to bond over her favorite subjects.
Love your family Angie!

[AwayWeRoam]

We are very much enjoying our first year of homeschooling. Honestly, our biggest pro is the flexibility. We just got back from a 9-day vacation to California which is almost 2000 miles away from us and didn't have to worry about them being absent from school. I also love seeing them develop. When they were in public school I felt like they were spending their "best" hours at school. When they got home they were tired and grumpy. I don't dislike public school and it's possible they could go back - but for now we are enjoying where we are.

[jennifer]

I appreciate your authenticity, Angie. Thank you for all of the information you share in regards to home schooling.
Keeping it real is so important. Continued prayers for safety.

❤️☀️🌸🦋

[Happyscmm]

I noticed the bus in my neighborhood ran at 6:40 and school doesn’t dismiss until 2:50 then a bus ride home. That is almost 9 hours a day. I feel like that is way to much for small children. Our schools teach to test and it drives me crazy. I love the individual education my son is getting. In a months time he is already ready fairly well, telling time, and doing simple addition. He wouldn’t be there in our public school. My daughter graduated from public school and did well but I’m so loving homeschool so much more.