Third Option Accountability Associations

Have you picked your homeschool accountability association for next year? Are you wondering what makes each association different? Or which one is the best fit for your family? Many associations are offering discounts for membership this spring, so choosing now may save you money.

If you choose to homeschool under the Third Option homeschool law, you are required to join an accountability association in order to legally homeschool in South Carolina. South Carolina has about 40 associations to choose from to help you legally homeschool. Each one is a little different, but they all provide a legal homeschooling option.

South Carolina is blessed to have so many associations to choose from. The directors work hard to help families navigate the homeschool adventure. Because each family is unique, one association may work better for them than another. Some families prefer more freedom than others, and each association has different requirements for their members.

The South Carolina Homeschooling Connection has compiled a list of Third Option homeschool associations. You will find the price and what each association offers at a quick glance. This resource can help you determine which association is best for your family.

The South Carolina Homeschooling Connection Association List

TSCHAA (The South Carolina Homeschool Accountability Association, LLC) will start accepting renewals for the 2018-2019 school year on March 1st. Current members can get a discounted rate of $15 for the 2018-2019 school year until the end of May. New members can begin applying on May 1st and will receive the discounted rate for the month of May. Beginning June 1st, the membership fee will return to $20. 

So, what does membership with TSCHAA include? As a TSCHAA member you will get:

• Emailed acceptance letter and member cards for each person in your family
• Low member fee that covers your entire family 
• Record keeping is left up to the parents as stated in the law
• The freedom to choose the start and end dates of your school year
• The freedom to choose your own curriculum
• Discounted membership with HSLDA and SCHEA
• Member only field trip opportunities
• Online application and End of Year form for easy processing
• Phone, text, and email support 
• Monthly newsletters with encouragement, tips, reminders, and homeschool opportunities
• Access to two online members only support groups
• Compliance letters for proof of homeschooling
• Online member handbook
• Free record keeping sheets and high school graduation planning guide
• The freedom to homeschool as you see fit
• Transcripts, report cards, and diploma services for an additional fee

It is important to note, that TSCHAA does not offer ranking or honors validation. Ranking is beneficial for some scholarships, but it is not the only way to qualify for scholarships. TSCHAA will apply for the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship on your behalf using the alternate criteria. To learn more about scholarships click here. TSCHAA does not validate honors courses taught by homeschool families. If your student will be taking honors courses through a non-accredited course, please choose another association.

If you have any questions about joining TSCHAA or homeschooling, please feel free to call 864-939-8341, email admin@tschaa.com, or visit TSCHAA's website for more information. 

Whichever association you choose, I hope you take advantage of the resources and expertise that it offers. Homeschooling does not have to be navigated on your own, and Third Option homeschool associations are equipped to help you navigate each stage of your homeschool journey.

Planning Homeschool Courses for High School

Are you struggling to figure out what courses your high schooler needs to graduate? If you have a high school student or a student about to enter high school, planning for graduation is crucial. You need to think beyond the homeschool law, and make sure you are choosing courses that will prepare your student for whatever path she chooses.

The Third Option homeschool law only requires the basic instructional areas of reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies, and in grades seven through twelve, composition and literature. ( Learn more about the law here.)  Technically, you can graduate your high schooler having only covered those general subjects, but that does not mean that you are meeting the requirements for college admissions.

A tech school and a 4-year college are going to have different criteria for admissions. Here is a handy chart to help you see the differences in requirements for colleges:

College Requirements 

As the homeschool teacher, you have the right to choose the courses and path that your children pursue. However, TSCHAA recommends following, at a minimum, the SC requirements for a high school diploma since some students who say they do not want to go to college end up changing their mind about their plans after high school. These courses will help prepare your child for the military, tech school, and some colleges.

SC Diploma Requirements:

English (4 credits)

Math (4 credits)

Science (3 units)

US History and Constitution (1 unit)

Economics (.5 unit)

US Government (.5 unit)

Social Studies - other (1 unit)

PE/ Jr ROTC (1 unit)

Computer Science (including keyboarding) (1 unit)

Foreign Language or Career & Tech Ed (1 unit)

Elective (7 units)

SC Diploma Requirements

If your student is 4-year college-bound, you will want to include higher levels of math, lab sciences, 2 foreign languages, and specific history and literature courses. The Commission on Higher Education has the college-bound prerequisite requirements at the following link:

College-bound prerequisite requirements

To help you plan your child's high school path, TSCHAA offers a free printable high school planning sheet.

You may also find the following links useful:

The Common Application


College Navigator


SC Scholarships and Grants


Pre-recorded Homeschool Transcript Video with Lee Binz


Whatever path your student chooses, please plan carefully, so you can prepare him for his future. High school can sound intimidating, but I know you can successfully graduate your child with a little planning. If you have any questions about homeschooling in high school, please feel free to contact me at admin@tschaa.com.


TSCHAA offers a transcript service for members for $20 and diplomas for $15 (cardstock cover) or $30 for a padded diploma cover from Gowns4Good. Each can be ordered on the Application/Forms page of the TSCHAA website.

Standardized Testing

Are you considering standardized testing for your homeschooler? Although standardized testing is NOT a requirement when you homeschool under the SC Third Option Homeschool Law, many families still choose to use standardized testing in their homeschools.

Standardized tests allow parents to compare their child's progress to other students and determine the grade level of their work. Standardized tests are objective, and a student's progress can be measured over the years.  Testing also holds the parent accountable for what they teach their child each year and can keep the knowledge learned similar to public school peers.

However, many people argue that standardized tests do not show a child's true intelligence. The test will not show their creativity and other skills beyond the basic subject areas of the test. Some students do not test well, and testing may cause anxiety. Many people argue that the test only measures the student's performance on that particular day and outside factors could influence how well the student does.

If you choose to use standardized testing in your homeschool, you may want to consider the following options:

Classical Conversations (onsite or online):
https://www.classicalconversations.com/classical/academic-services/homeschool-testing-services

ABeka (offers online testing):
http://www.abekatesting.org/

Bob Jones:
https://www.bjupress.com/testing/

CAT through Academic Excellence (parents can administer at home):
http://www.academicexcellence.com/achievement-tests/

Homeschool Testing Services:
http://www.homeschooltestingservices.com/

HSLDA has a list of testing options for homeschoolers:
http://hslda.org/earlyyears/Testing.asp

Another option to consider rather than standardized testing is placement tests. The link below lists companies that offer free placement tests for their curriculum. Administering these to your students may help you determine grade level and ability.
http://home-school.lovetoknow.com/free-online-homeschool-placement-test

Sonlight placement tests (Free): https://www.sonlight.com/homeschool/curriculum/placement-tests/

As a homeschooler, you have lots of options in how you choose to educate your child. Standardized testing may be a good choice for some families but a poor choice for others. Choosing to administer a standardized test is a personal decision for each homeschool family. Whatever you choose, remember that standardized testing is NOT a requirement of a SC Third Option Homeschooler.

Why Your Homeschool May NOT Be Working

When homeschooling, it is extremely important to have a vision statement and goals. If you know why you are homeschooling and what your goals are, you are more likely to be able to choose appropriate curriculums and teach your children in a manner that provides success.

A homeschool family that just homeschools day by day may find themselves struggling and falling prey to curriculum jumping and the feeling that they aren't successfully homeschooling. On the other hand, a homeschool family who knows why they are homeschooling and knows what their goals are will be more likely to stick with homeschooling and be successful.

Ask yourself the following questions when making your vision statement and goals for each year:

• Why am I homeschooling?
• What is my goal as a homeschool family?
• What is my educational philosophy?
• What is my child’s learning style?
• Do I plan to put my child in public or private school in the future?
• Do I want my child to go to a 4-year college? Tech school? Or straight to work after graduation?
• How much money do I want to spend on educational products each year?
• What fun things can I plan?
• Are there any field trips I want to take this year?
• Are Co-ops right for my family?
• What are my long-term goals?
• What are my short-term goals?
• What spiritual and/or character building goals do I have?
• What life skills do I want my child to learn?

Once you know your goals and vision, you can map out a homeschool journey that lines up with your homeschool’s purpose. Once you have your plan, refer back to it often and make sure your homeschool is not getting off track.

If you haven't already, take a moment to figure out the vision for your homeschool. Then, make sure you visit your vision throughout the year to make sure you are keeping your homeschool on the right track.

Semi-Annual Progress Reports

Under the Third Option homeschool law, homeschoolers are required to make semi-annual progress reports. These reports are typically made at 90 days and 180 days. The law is not specific about how to make these reports, so homeschoolers have a lot of flexibility.

Many families choose to structure their progress reports similar to a public school. They will list the subjects taken and the grades earned. (If you do not use letter grades in your homeschool, you could also put "working satisfactorily" or "at grade level" rather than a numerical grade.) A report structured this way will be useful if you choose to enroll your child in a public/private school because the progress report will be written in a format that is similar to the school's reports, and the school will expect records from your school year.

Other families choose to make their reports more like a journal and reflect on all that their children have learned. These families might share the milestones throughout the year and their goals for the rest of the school year. These families end up making a meaningful keepsake that represents their homeschool journey.

Because everyone is different, I am thankful that SC did not structure the law with a specific requirement for the semi-annual progress reports. This allows each family to make a report that fits their homeschool style.

Please note that for TSCHAA members, record keeping is left up to the parents as stated in the Third Option law. You do not need to send your progress reports to TSCHAA. On your End of Year form due at 180 days, you will sign off that you completed your semi-annual progress reports and have them in your records. However, many associations do require that members turn in their progress reports, so please make sure you know your association's requirements.

TSCHAA provides printable record keeping sheets at the bottom of the Applications/Forms page of the TSCHAA website. Feel free to print one and use it for your homeschool records.

Whatever format you decide to use, please make sure that you create your progress report because it is a requirement for a Third Option homeschool.

Happy Homeschooling!
Lara T Caldwell, TSCHAA Director

Thankful to Homeschool

With Thanksgiving this week, I am taking the time to acknowledge what I am thankful for. And do you know what is at the top of my list? Homeschooling!

I am very thankful to be a South Carolina Option 3 homeschooler. As a former public school teacher, I know that the schools and teachers are working hard to educate their students, however, the public school setting is not the best fit for everyone. 

I remember having so many ideas that I could not follow through with when I was a public school teacher. Big group projects, hands-on noisy learning, and veering from the curriculum for an in-depth study of a concept were some of the things I wanted to do. However, my school had paper thin walls, my classes were too big, my time with my students was limited, and I was told that I had to finish the textbook before standardized testing, so I was unable to do everything that I wanted. 

Yet with homeschooling, I don't have to worry about disturbing the teacher next door or finishing a textbook by a specific date. I can create a unique path for my children that is tailored to their interests and talents. And best of all, the world becomes our classroom.

I can use living books, field trips, or any other resource that best fits the needs of my daughters. My girls can wiggle, listen to music while studying, study outside, and take a break when needed. They can fix a warm lunch to their liking and snack whenever they need to. They can get excited about a topic and share all they want. They can even get off  topic and learn something that we never intended to learn that day. They can get ahead, or they can spend as long as needed for them to grasp a concept.

You might be thinking, "That sounds great, but won't a homeschooled child miss out?" Absolutely not!

Many families think that homeschooling will isolate their child, however, in South Carolina, homeschoolers are able to participate in sports and other extra-curricular activities at the school they are zoned for. There are also many homeschool sports leagues, classes, co-ops, honor societies, and other opportunities for extra-curricular activities without using the public school. The opportunities are plentiful! 

Homeschoolers can even take advantage of higher level learning. AP and dual credit courses are an option for homeschoolers. Online schools, like VirtualSC, allow students to take AP courses, and homeschoolers can take a dual credit course at their local college or online. Homeschoolers can also take advantage of CLEP testing to start racking up college credits.

Beyond the academic side of homeschooling, I am also thankful for the time my family gains through homeschooling. 

• Time to volunteer. 
• Time to hang out with friends. 
• Time to enjoy our home. 
• Time to be with family. 
• Time to pursue interests.
• Time to read.
• Time to play.
• Time to eat together as a family.
• Time to take trips any time we want.
• Time to take a day off, if needed.
• Time to get to really know each other.
• Time to just be.

My daughters are not spending most of their day away from home. We are not rushing out the door to make it to school on time. We are not spending evenings completing homework. We are not sleep deprived. Their school can be completed in less time because we do not have to switch classes, line up, or move at the pace of the class. 

Homeschooling truly is a blessing for my family, and I am very thankful for the opportunity to homeschool. Homeschooling is not for everyone, but for those who choose to homeschool, I believe they will have homeschooling at the top of their thankful list, too!

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Homeschooling!

Lara T Caldwell, TSCHAA Director

If you are interested in homeschooling in South Carolina or have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Mock Election

Mock Election

The Mock Election has ended.

The winner is 

Donald Trump/Mike Pence

Donald Trump/Mike Pence               58.8%
Hillary Clinton/Tim Kane                 15.8%
Jill Stein/Amaju Baraka                    2.6%
Darrell Castle/Scott Bradley              3.5%
Gary Johnson/Bill Weld                   12.3%
Evan McMullin/Nathan Johnson          5.3%
Peter Skewes/Michael Lacy                1.8%

SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

TSCHAA Feild Trip 2016

History was always a subject that I hated growing up. It was presented as an endless list of dates and names that I could never memorize. There was no story - just facts. It wasn't until I began homeschooling my daughters that history began to come alive and become enjoyable for me.

Most of the history my girls learn comes from living books and field trips. We have enjoyed visiting museums and historical sites over the years, and we recently discovered the SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum in Columbia, SC. Because I felt the museum has so much to offer, I set up a tour for TSCHAA members.

Joe Long, Curator of Education

TSCHAA members were treated to a guided tour of the SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, and Joe Long, our tour guide, brought history to life through the stories he shared about SC's involvement in wars. He didn't just share facts; he shared stories. These stories are what history is all about. History is more than dates and names that you memorize. History is about the stories of real people from the past.

TSCHAA Member

What really stands out about the museum is that it is filled with real stories that give you a glimpse into the past. From the binoculars and Bible that saved the lives of two soldiers who were shot, to the quilt that was made for a soldier who was injured in the line of duty, you get a peek into the lives of the people who served our country and state. You can see the now threadbare flags that were once flown so proudly during past wars and even see uniforms and weapons that were once used by the brave men who fought in SC. You also get a taste of life on the homefront as you read stories of the women and families who lived in SC.

Founded in 1896, the museum was started by a group of women who wanted to preserve Civil War artifacts and provide a memorial to the men who died. Today, it houses artifacts from the Revolutionary War to current wars. It is located at 301 Gervais Street in Columbia and is housed inside the SC State Museum building.

If you are looking for a way to learn about South Carolina's involvement in wars, I highly recommend that you check out the SC Confederate Relic Room and History Museum. The museum offers free Homeschool Fridays each month that are geared to students of all ages. You can learn more about the museum by visiting their site at www.crr.sc.gov.

Happy Homeschooling!
Lara T Caldwell, TSCHAA Director

SC Scholarships and Grants

Paying for college can be a challenge for many families. Thankfully, South Carolina has some amazing scholarship and grant opportunities for SC residents.

You are matched up with many of the scholarships and grants when you fill out your FAFSA (Free Application for Financial Student Aid) paperwork.

FAFSA started taking application on October 1st and will continue to accept applications through June 15th. Please be aware that money is available on a first come, first served basis, so the sooner you fill out your FAFSA, the better.

Scholarships and Grants available to SC residents:

(Please note that requirements and amounts can change. Always verify information with The Commission on Higher Education.)

**Students must have a graduation date on or before June 15th to qualify for SC scholarships. **

You are matched up through FAFSA or the College:

Life Scholarship -  You can get up to $5000.
Requirements:
2-year college - 3.0 SC UGP
4-year college - Earn 2 of  the following 3: 3.0 SC UGP, 1100 SAT/ 24 ACT, top 30 percent of graduating class
You can take a gap year before starting school. (The college matches you for this scholarship.)

Hope Scholarship - You can get up to $2800 at a 4-year college.
Requirements:
3.0 SC UGP
This scholarship allows a gap year before starting school. (The college matches you for this scholarship.)

Lottery Assistance - You can get $100 per credit hour (up to $1200) at  a 2-year college.

SC Needs Based Grants - You can get up to $2500 at a public college

Foster Care Youth Grant - up to $2500

College Transition Program- This is for intellectually disabled students seeking college certificates and is available at 5 SC colleges.

SC Tuition Grant - You can get up to $3200 at a private college.

Your association applies on your behalf:

Palmetto Fellows Scholarship

You can get up to $6700. There are 2 application times: Mid-October - December 15th (Early Award) or Mid-April - June 15th (Late Award).

If your association ranks, you can also qualify by scoring at least 1200 SAT/ 27 ACT , 3.50 SC UGP, and rank in the top six percent of the class.

If your association does not rank or you do not fall in the top six percent of your class, you must score a 1400 SAT/ 32 Act and have a 4.0 SC UGP.

You must start school the fall after graduating; you cannot take a gap year.

Other Useful Links:

Academic Common Market - You can get in-state tuition at out of state colleges if SC does not have a major you are wanting to pursue.

Other Financial Aid Opportunities 

www.sccango.org - South Carolina Can Go to College!

www.che.sc.gov - Commission on Higher Education

FAFSA - Free Application for Financial Student Aid


As you can see, SC has some wonderful scholarships and grants available for you!

Happy Homeschooling!
Lara T Caldwell, TSCHAA Director

Teaching Math

"You may think that your child will never grasp a math concept, but I challenge you to step back and give him/her time."

Before homeschooling my daughters, I taught middle school math in the Upstate of SC. My first year teaching, I taught 7th grade math. As we covered topics throughout the year, my inexperienced self assumed it was the first time the students had encountered most of the math concepts because the students acted like they had never seen the information before.

Imagine my surprise when I taught 6th-grade math the following year and discovered that a majority of the topics were EXACTLY the same! Yet, many of the students had not grasped the concepts, and they did not even remember learning the concepts the previous year nor could they apply those concepts beyond drill and practice during the current school year.

Math curriculums can be very repetitive throughout the years, especially in 4th - 7th grade. Math will often slowly build on each skill, but each year the skills are often taught as if the student has never seen them before and each concept is only taken a little farther. This repetitiveness can help math-inclined students build a strong foundation in math, but for students who struggle in math, this can cause math anxiety and a hatred for the subject. A student gifted in math can easily become bored because they are not learning new topics or challenged.

However, imagine if you covered math at your child's individual pace? A student with strong math skills can move ahead as needed, and a student with weaker math skills can take it slow or take a break from a formal curriculum until they are ready.

Many students need time for their brains to mature and the need to be realized to learn math. As homeschoolers, we have the awesome privilege to teach math at our children's individual pace. Maybe your child does not understand fractions until middle school. As a Third Option homeschooler, that's OK!

Maybe your child needs to spend time "playing" with numbers and building a foundation that they can later base more technical math concepts on. Don't underestimate the power of board games, real life, living books, and pretend play to build math skills.

"...a child could learn math - all of it grades K through 12 - in eight weeks. "

I recently read an interesting book excerpt that commented that "the Sudbury Valley School- a democratically managed, child-directed learning environment that has been around for almost 40 years - has demonstrated repeatedly that a child could learn math - all of it grades K through 12 - in eight weeks. Average (if there is such a thing), normal (never met one), healthy children, hundreds of them, learned it all, leading to admissions to some of the leading colleges and universities in the nation." (Have Fun, Learn Stuff, Grow by David Albert)

I am by no means suggesting that you wait until high school and teach your child math in 8 weeks. As a Third Option homeschooler, you are required to teach math each year. However, how you teach math concepts and what concepts you teach  each year are up to you. Perhaps your child would benefit from hands-on, playful learning in elementary school, and then in high school or middle school dive more into the nuts and bolts of math.

Perhaps struggling through fractions year after year is not the answer. What if you gave your child's mathematical mind time to mature? Then, you can cover fractions without any struggle at all.

"Many students completed as many as 4 math courses in one semester!"

Columbus State Community College discovered that they could offer math courses that allowed the students to learn math at their own pace. Many students completed as many as 4 math courses in one semester! Many of these students who had struggled in math in high school were finally getting it and moving quickly through math concepts. (Learning math at one's own pace)

Harvey Bluedorn from The Trivium Pursuit suggests waiting until age 10 before beginning formal textbook or workbook instruction because "it is about age 10 that the developmental light bulb comes on, and the child becomes capable of a great deal more mental and physical skill...Once all the developmental parts are there, most children can learn - in a few weeks - everything which they might have spent six years learning." (Research on Teaching Math)

"...most children can learn - in a few weeks - everything which they might have spent six years learning."

Our goal as homeschoolers should be to build a love of learning in our children. Because we are not tied to a specific timetable, we can allow our children to discover and learn math in their own time. If we are drilling students year after year in a concept that they aren't ready to comprehend, we are creating students that not only hate learning but also ones that are unable to apply anything they learn.

You may think that your child will never grasp a math concept, but I challenge you to step back and give him/her time. Provide real-world opportunities that build skills, and one day, you will look back and be amazed at how far your child has come!

Following the Third Option Law

Homeschooling under the Third Option is a wonderful choice for many South Carolina homeschool families. The Third Option allows families to choose the educational path that best fits their student's learning styles and interests. You are free to choose whatever curriculum (or no curriculum!) that you prefer. You are not tied to the public school calendar, and your student is not required to take a standardized test. 

With all the freedom you have as a Third Option homeschooler, there are still some legal requirements that you must follow. 

According to the Third Option (South Carolina Code of Laws SECTION 59-65-47), a homeschool parent must meet the following:

• Have a high school diploma or GED (You should have a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college diploma.)
• Be the parent or legal guardian of the students they are homeschooling
• Be a member of a homeschool accountability association (There are many wonderful homeschool accountability associations. A directory of associations can be found at The SC Homeschooling Connection.)
• Have an instructional year that is at least 180 days (You should document these days for your records. You can mark a calendar, keep up with days in your plan book, or use a record keeping sheet similar to the one here. You can have more than 180 days, and you can complete those days any time during the year. You do not have to follow a public school calendar. If you withdraw your child from public/private school to homeschool, the days earned in school count toward your 180 days.)
• Have a curriculum that includes reading, writing, math, social studies, science, and in grades seven through twelve, composition and literature. (You can teach more than these subjects, but you must teach these subjects each year. You do not have to teach specific courses within these subjects, however, when choosing your high school courses, you should consider what courses are needed to qualify for admissions at the college of your choice. I recommend, at a minimum, following the requirements for a SC diploma. TSCHAA offers a graduation planning sheet found here. )

Educational records are maintained by the parent. A homeschool parent is in charge of keeping up with the following:

• A plan book, diary, or other record that indicates what is taught (This can be as simple or as elaborate as you choose - just document what you are teaching or what your child is learning and include the dates that you conducted school.)
• A portfolio of samples of student work (A portfolio is defined as a collection of work. You can put your child’s work in a folder, make a digital collection, or you can create a beautiful keepsake of your child’s learning - it is up to you. The goal is to have proof of schooling in the required subjects for each child.)
• Semi-annual progress reports (Progress reports are usually made at 90 days and 180 days. These can be formal like a school would issue and have numerical grades for each subject, or they can be informal and simply state how the child is doing in each subject- ex: satisfactorily, at grade-level, needs improvement in ....)

South Carolina is very homeschool friendly, and the Third Option Law allows flexibility with your record keeping. Most families find the requirements manageable and that their students thrive in the homeschool environment. 

Homeschool associations are ready and equipped to help SC families with their homeschool journies. As director of TSCHAA, I am happy to answer any questions that you may have. 

Happy Homeschooling!

Lara T Caldwell, TSCHAA Director

Free Curriculum and Resources for Your Homeschool

Homeschool curriculums can sometimes get a little pricey, but thankfully there are many free curriculums and resources available online. To assist you in your homeschool journey, I have compiled a list of free resources.

Many of these free resources make a solid stand-alone curriculum, and some can be used to supplement something you already own. Whatever you choose, remember that you are the teacher. You do not have to complete everything, and you can modify assignments as you see fit.

Free Curriculum and Resources For Your Homeschool

https://www.freedomhomeschooling.com/ - Great list of free resources!!!

Discovery K12 - Full non-Common Core traditional curriculum for grades pre-k - 12th-grade. It uses classic literature. 

SAS Curriculum Pathways - standards-based curriculum

CK12 - free online textbooks (these are also available free on Amazon to download)

Knewton - Adaptive learning engine. Knewton currently has math for grades 6 - 12, language arts for grades 4-6, and biology for grades 9-11 but will eventually have full learning content for all grades.

Guest Hollow High School Biology -This site uses a free ck12 textbook to create a high school biology curriculum.

Guest Hollow also offers other courses here.

All In One Homeschool - Complete Free Online Christian Homeschool Curriculum

Khan Academy - this is full of free courses!

GCF Learn Free- online tutorials on many topics, including math and technology

Homeschool Share - lapbook and unit studies

Jenny Phillips - all in one, easy to use

Clarendon Learning - thousands of elementary lesson plans!

CLI - Chrisitan Leaders Institute offers free College Level Courses with Dual Credit and degree/certificate potential 

Core Knowledge - https://www.coreknowledge.org/about-us/our-mission/

TEL Learning - TEL offers free courses AND on-demand dual credit/college courses for an affordable price

Writing Help:

SAS - Guides students through the writing process and helps them edit their papers - the Google Chrome version is AWESOME!

Grammarly - The free version finds 10 times more mistakes than your word processor.

Charlotte Mason curriculums:

Old Fashioned Education
Ambleside Online

Math:

https://www.scdiscus.org/az/tumblemath - uses picture books to teach math!!
Homeschool Math Online
Free Math Program
Math is Fun
Center for Innovation in Mathematics - grades 1-6
AAA Math
Pixar in a Box - learn how the Pixar artists use math and other skills to create their movies
ABCYa!
Flipped Math - high school courses in Algebra I and II, Geometry, pre-Cal, and Calculus
Financial Literacy - high school

Science:

MS Nucleus - K-12 Science
Free Middle School Science and Free Magazine
Guest Hollow - Chemistry, Botany, Biology, Anatomy - literature-based

Reading:

Letter of the Week 
ABCYa!

https://www.teachyourmonstertoread.com/

Social Studies:

Government and election resources
Bringing Up Learners - World History
Guest Hollow - Free history for various ages and time periods

Handwriting Sheets Generator:

Handwriting Worksheets
ABC Teach

Art:

KinderArt

Homeschool Curriculum Reviews:

Cathy Duffy Reviews
The Homeschool Mom

Happy Homeschooling!
Lara T Caldwell, TSCHAA Director