Intro to Homeschool Workshop | Kids Out and About Ft. Worth

Intro to Homeschool Workshop

If you are considering home education, have recently started, or just want to learn more about how homeschooling in Texas works, join us to discover Texas homeschool laws, how to set goals and select curriculum, and the various approaches to homeschooling. Meet homeschooling parents, hear how their days are structured, and get your questions answered!

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This workshop is designed for those who are considering home education, have recently started, or just want to learn more about how homeschooling in Texas works. Learn about Texas homeschool laws, setting goals, selecting curriculum, and the various approaches to homeschooling. Then hear from parents with a range of homeschool styles in our parent panel to get a sample of the different ways Texas families homeschool.  At the end, you can interact with our homeschool parent representatives to ask questions and discover local resources and programs to help you on your homeschool journey! 

Part 1: Getting StartedLearn the 5 homeschool laws in Texas that you’ll need to start your family’s homeschool journey. Getting off to a solid start isn’t just a “nice-to-have”... it’s essential. And as long as you’re obeying the laws of your state, then you’re doing it right. This session will show you how.
 
Part 2: CurriculumFinding the right curriculum for your family can be tough… not because it's hard to find, but likely because there are SO MANY to choose from! Should you get secular versus faith-based, single subject or all-in-one, online versus textbook? Don’t worry! This session will help you understand what types of curricula are available to you, and how to narrow it down and select the one(s) that are right for your family’s needs.
 
Part 3Parent PanelSometimes it's hard to visualize what homeschooling might look like in your own household. Take this opportunity to hear from multiple homeschooling parents and peek behind the curtain of how current homeschooling families get things done! Our panel, which includes families with an only child, multiple children, religious, secular, structured, and child-led approaches, will talk about where they find curriculum, how they use it, what a day in the life looks like, and much more.
 
Part 4: Open Q&AEnjoy fresh baked cookies, salty snacks, and beverages while chatting with our speaker and panel participants. This is an opportunity to ask questions, get advice, and learn about local organizations and resources that support homeschoolers.

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This workshop is designed for adults; childcare is not provided, and we do not recommend bringing young children. 

Each attendee needs a ticket. An open Q&A reception with beverages and snacks will be provided at the end of the workshop.


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Location:

Plano Event Center
2000 East Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, TX, 75074
United States
Contact name: 
Jasmine Lee
Dates: 
01/25/2025
Time: 
8:00AM-Noon