New Horizons

Next year we begin the journey into high school. I'm just a little bit nervous. Salamander is excited. In fact, I think you could say he's gung-ho. I'm just nervous.

We gave Sal the option of homeschooling during high school or going to the local public school. While I had my reservations about the school, I needed it to be his decision. For one thing, I didn't think that homeschooling high school with an unwilling student would be very pleasant or productive. Also, I suppose I still have that little voice in the back of my head wondering what I am getting myself into. Finally, I absolutely did not want him in therapy at age 35, telling his shrink that I made him homeschool during his high school years. So we asked. He said, "Homeschool!" I said, "Hooray?!?"

After thorough, complete and exhaustive research, we have decided upon using NARS to get us through the high school years. I like the thought of his getting an actual diploma. While "Mommy Diplomas" are being accepted more and more by colleges who have had positive experiences with homeschoolers, I just think that maybe life with the piece of certified card stock will be a little smoother. While I positively enjoy bucking the system, I hesitate to involve my children in my ventures on the "Road Less Traveled." I have to say that the fact that NARS will do all of my record keeping for me is hugely appealing to me. I hate record keeping. It makes me cranky.

So my summer will be spent brushing up on American Lit. and Biology, as well as preparing a course on Korean History and culture. Once I have a semester under my belt, I think I'll feel a little better. Of course, then Salamander turns fifteen and will be eligible for his learner's permit. Yep, we're definitely looking at new horizons.

Comments

[Ellen]

My oldest is the same age - 14. It's exciting, but he's growing up too fast. I'm not looking forward to him driving at all. I've never heard of NARS. I'll have to check into that.