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Your first steps, explained simply
You don't need to have it all figured out. Here is what the main options mean and a simple path forward.
Learning options
- Homeschooling
- A parent or guardian directs their child's education, following the rules of their state.
- Co-ops
- Groups of families who share teaching, classes, or activities. Parents usually help run them.
- Microschools
- Small groups of learners with a guide or teacher. A program calling itself a microschool does not prove its legal category — that depends on your state.
- Hybrid programs
- Part of the week in a program, part at home.
- Enrichment
- Classes like art, science, music, or sports that add to any learning path.
- Support groups
- Parent networks for encouragement, events, and local information.
A four-step path
- 1
Understand your family
Think about your learner's interests, support needs, your time, budget, and how involved you want to be.
Browse resources - 2
Check your state
Every state is different. Look at your state's starting point before withdrawing or enrolling.
Choose your state - 3
Explore communities
Co-ops, microschools, and support groups can make the journey easier.
Find learning spaces - 4