New evidence is showing that the ranks of homeschooling children are swelling since the imposition of the controversial Common Core State Standards at local public schools across America.
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Ohio Senator Forced to Withdraw Oppressive Homeschool Bill
Homeschoolers won a major victory in Ohio last week when a state senator was forced to withdraw a controversial homeschooling bill that would have subjected homeschooling parents to a host of oppressive regulations.
Report: Homeschooling Explodes in U.S.
A recent report in Education News states that the number of children being educated at home rather than in public schools is growing seven times faster than the enrollment of children in traditional academic settings each year.
Homeschoolers Excel Academically
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
One of the most extensive studies ever taken of homeschooled student achievement found that students schooled at home score, on average, 37 points higher than public school students on standardized achievement tests.
Washington DC Tightens Restriction on Homeschooling
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
The State Board of Education in the District of Columbia has approved new regulations that will impose significanttr restrictions on homeschooling families.
California Homeschool Ruling Likely to be Dismissed
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
The California Appellate court ruling that shocked the nation by declaring home schooling illegal in California is likely to be dismissed within the next few weeks.