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www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Education

Children are being failed': why more English parents are home educating

Parents sometimes resort to homeschooling due to their children's special needs and struggles in traditional schools.
Transitioning to homeschooling can be financially and emotionally challenging, despite some potential positive outcomes for the child. [ more ]
The New York Sun
3 months ago
Education

New York City Schools Are Emptying Out and Homeschool Classrooms Are Filling Up, as Covid Exposes Public Schools' Flaws and Power of Teacher Unions

Enrollment in New York public schools has reached its lowest level since the 1950s, with a 30% drop over the past 25 years.
Parents are increasingly disillusioned with the public school system and turning to alternative forms of education, such as homeschooling. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Should school truancy fines be scrapped? Join The Independent Debate

Higher fines introduced for unauthorized school absences
Critics suggest targeted resources over fines for poor attendance [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Education

England homeschooling surge could become permanent, data suggests

The number of children being homeschooled in England has increased, with lifestyle and philosophical reasons cited as the main motivations.
Persistent absence from school remains higher than pre-pandemic levels, particularly among secondary school students and those with special needs. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Education

$465 diplomas for sale, no classes required: Inside one of Louisiana's unapproved schools

Louisiana has a rapidly growing number of unapproved private schools that do not require state approval to grant degrees.
Enrollment in Louisiana's unapproved schools has nearly doubled since the start of the pandemic, with over 21,000 students currently enrolled.
The off-the-grid school system in Louisiana highlights the ongoing fallout from COVID-19 and families disengaging from traditional education. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Education

At some of Louisiana's unapproved schools, $465 buys you a diploma

Louisiana has a rapidly growing number of off-the-grid schools, where students can receive high school diplomas without state approval.
Over 21,000 students are enrolled in these unapproved schools, nearly double the number before the pandemic.
The rise of off-the-grid schools is seen as a result of families disengaging from traditional education due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [ more ]
New Pittsburgh Courier
5 months ago
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The Silent Revolution: Black communities embrace remote work and homeschooling for safety and sanity | New Pittsburgh Courier

The Black community has been at the forefront of adopting remote work and homeschooling during the pandemic.
Homeschooling has seen a 30% increase in enrollment since 2019 and has reshaped perceptions of education.
Homeschooled students tend to outperform their public-school counterparts and have success in college admissions. [ more ]
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Slate Magazine
3 months ago
Parenting

My Husband's Ex Is Trying to Turn My Little Homeschooling Situation Into a Total Zoo

Prudence was hesitant to include her stepdaughters in homeschooling because she didn't know their educational needs.
The advice from the future is to tell Anna that they cannot include her stepdaughters in homeschooling and hope for a rational response. [ more ]
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