If you’re a new homeschooler–or new to SC–start here! We’ve got lots of help to explain the law and help you get connected to social and educational opportunities.
When you homeschool, you will DIY your child’s education. (NOTE: You must be the parent or legal guardian of the child. You cannot homeschool someone else’s child). You pick and choose the learning materials and activities. You set the pace and schedule of the assignments. And you keep track of the progress.
The step-by-step guide is free, if that’s all you want. Click Here for FREE Printable Guide–and read more at the SC Homeschooling Connection. It’s a free resource hub for all homeschoolers in SC and beyond, no matter which association you choose.
- How to Homeschool in SC: Getting Started
- How to Withdraw from a Public School in SC
- Quick Start Curriculum Ideas
- Record-Keeping Requirements: It’s easier than you think!
- How to Document Unstructed Playtime: aka “unschooling”
- Examples of Daily Schedule or Routine
- Example of Daily Log: lesson plan or journal
- Homeschool Record-Keeping for High School: some variations you may want to include.
Always check with your accountability agency to be sure what their policies and procedures are. We all follow the same basic requirements, but each association may have different services that they offer, such as transcript assistance. The policies may vary.
If you’re ready to get started finding local connections and a place to belong: