Kids & Family
As the holiday season approaches, many homeschooling families know that conversations with relatives can quickly turn to questions about their education choices. So, how do we respond when someone just doesn’t understand why we homeschool?
We’ve all been there. In the early years, every sideways comment or unsolicited opinion can feel like a personal smackdown. Now, with more years of experience, these moments are more laughable than upsetting. But we also remember what it’s like to feel nervous, especially when facing close family members who just don’t “get it.”
Statistics For Sharing
- Homeschoolers tend to have significantly lower rates of mental health struggles, including depression and anxiety. (source)
- Homeschoolers consistently outperform public and private school students by over 40 percentage points on standardized tests, regardless of their parents' education levels. (source)
- Ivy League universities reserve a portion of their enrollment for homeschoolers due to their strong academic and personal success. (source)
- And of course, we share even more in the episode!