Planning a high school transcript at home

Start records in 9th grade (or earlier for high-school-level courses). Track for each course: - Course title and a short description - Materials or curriculum used - Grade or evaluation method - Credit earned (many families use a standard of about 120–150 hours for one credit; confirm what colleges or programs your teen is considering expect) Also keep: - Reading lists - Work samples and test scores - Activities, volunteering, and jobs High school rules, including who issues a diploma, differ by state. Check your state guide and ask the colleges or programs your teen is interested in what they need.