Laws and regulations for homeschooling vary widely across the country, but homeschooling is legal in all 50 states. In addition, the interpretation of these laws varies in each state school district… To make it more difficult for parents to easily understand the meaning of the laws, they may change each year.

A good resource for help with the legal aspects of homeschooling is the National Homeschooling Network. A list of current laws and regulations is available for each state in the country. A good way to learn about the laws is to get a copy for the state you’re in and read it faithfully, but most people will need to get an interpretation from a qualified attorney… Valuable information can also be obtained from local advocacy groups, and most state boards of education will have online information available for parents researching homeschooling.

It is very important to research and be aware of the laws and regulations before beginning your education program to avoid problems later.

There have been some concerns about the social impact homeschooling will have on the homeschooled student rather than the public school system. These concerns were that social skills needed to be kept sharp through regular contact with others and that home-schooled children’s social contacts were limited and therefore detrimental to their growth and development.

Studies have shown that these concerns are not valid. Children placed in the highly competitive school environment with their springs pressed and often neglected show a lack of confidence in normal conversation and little interest in general conversation topics. These children generally do not know how to interact with different age groups, especially older ones.

Homeschooled children are more aware of the importance of their education and what it means for their future. Their questions are generally more intelligent and make a more accurate observation of situations. Children begin their lives by imitating the people around them and will pick up on their parents a genuine concern for their education and therefore in a more positive environment. Home Schooling positive reinforcement helps build self-esteem. These children often turn out to be well-rounded and balanced as they mature into adulthood.