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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Apr 17 (0)
  • OT: Messiness ----- the mom ---- not the kids : ) - Lisa TX 23:05 Apr 17 (0)
  • What do you use for science in grades 7-12? - Chris in CA 21:51 Apr 17 (0)
  • Help! I'm really worried about the essay writing portion of the SAT - Virginia Dawn 19:52 Apr 17 (2)
  • Chemistry or Physics - Kathy 19:39 Apr 17 (1)
  • KPM & Sandra in FL --- Dolciani Update - Carole in DE 19:15 Apr 17 (2)
  • Could BJU Earth and Space be used for 9th grade? Thanks! nt. - Michelle in GA 16:56 Apr 17 (2)
  • Health/Wellness for 1/2 credit - ReneeR 16:42 Apr 17 (1)
  • Is there any hope for a reformed unschooler? - Melanie 16:25 Apr 17 (6)
  • Introductory Algebra by Lial, What is the ISBN # for the student... - Melanie in WI 16:19 Apr 17 (0)
  • If you are doing History ala WTM, are you wondering how your child will be prepared for upper level reading? - Christy in CO 15:53 Apr 17 (3)
  • Thinking of using Intro. Logic next year with my 8th grader -will do Trad. Logic in high school - can he go into this smoothly after having logic games only the past couple years? nt - Christy in CO 15:48 Apr 17 (1)
  • ALEKS - exactly "how" do you use this as a supplement? I'm thinking of using MUS Pre-Alg. next year..... - Christy in CO 15:22 Apr 17 (1)
  • Introductory Logic - Ellen 14:56 Apr 17 (3)
  • The Scholars Online website has me thoroughly perplexed. Questions for someone who has used this . . . - Luann in ID 14:40 Apr 17 (2)
  • Can someone tell me about Apex Learning... - Mommyfaithe 14:17 Apr 17 (3)
  • Calling all math experts (m) - LisaNY 13:13 Apr 17 (0)
  • Has anyone used BJU Physical Science DVD course? Opnions? Thanks! nt. - Michelle in GA 13:12 Apr 17 (0)
  • Spelling recommendations: looking for a one-year refresher for high schooler (m) - Kim in NH 13:05 Apr 17 (2)
  • Please help me decide what to do for 9th grade grammar! - Kirsten in MO 12:55 Apr 17 (6)
  • Opinions, experience or thoughts on Discovering Geometry - Happy 11:54 Apr 17 (2)
  • Speaking of AP courses, has anyone tried AP Statistics? ALEKS? (m) - Deb in PA 10:48 Apr 17 (0)
  • Could someone please treat me like a 3yo and hold my hand through a bunch of AP questions . . . - Luann in ID 9:16 Apr 17 (20)
  • Response from Apologia concerning CLEP preparedness inside..... - Sharon in TX 9:13 Apr 17 (0)
  • Update - StaceyL in Canada 8:43 Apr 17 (26)
  • Online College Courses...Advice on how to proceed needed desparately. - Mommyfaithe 7:26 Apr 17 (4)
  • Omnibus1 ....Tutorial service - Becky in Mexico 5:38 Apr 17 (0)
  • Liberty University: Any experiences with their online Edge program for high schoolers? TIA - Janet 3:41 Apr 17 (0)
  • Has anyone tried Memoria Press's online logic courses? If so, what did you think? (m) - Michelle in MO 3:21 Apr 17 (0)
  • If I use the Key To series for Algebra 2 supplement, which book would I use? (m) - Michelle in MO 2:49 Apr 17 (1)
  • Going to have to buy an Algebra I book soon, but which one? - SG 19:37 Apr 16 (17)
  • Question about grading math -- percentages for tests, homework etc. - Chris in So. Cal 19:26 Apr 16 (4)
  • Since the board moved quickly today..Rec version of Plutarch Parallel Lives)nt) - Clara in Miami 19:13 Apr 16 (0)
  • Has anyone taken Scholars Online (Writing for the College bound student) course? (m) - mom2three 19:09 Apr 16 (0)
  • high school support in metro Atlanta, GA? - Cheryl in GA 19:08 Apr 16 (6)
  • We are reading In Freedoms cause, Is there a good movie to watch upon finishing that would be age appropriate for a 13 yo girl....nt - Busy Bee 19:05 Apr 16 (0)
  • mom2three: About Logic DVDs.... - momof7 19:03 Apr 16 (2)
  • Are there any online AP prep courses...Particularly in History or Lit? - Mommyfaithe 17:44 Apr 16 (4)
  • Feedback on The Potter's School 9th Grade English please? - LynnG in Hawaii 17:42 Apr 16 (4)
  • Anyone have a child go from MUS math into Jacobs Algebra?... - Pat in MI 17:42 Apr 16 (2)
  • Need someone w/ Jacobs Geometry and Foerster's Algebra II - Ruth in Ottawa 17:29 Apr 16 (2)
  • A university course designed for home-schoolers (in Toronto, Canada) - liz 17:15 Apr 16 (5)
  • 2006 official PSAT takers....has your student rec'd NMSC notice to select 2 college/universities to forward scores?...(m).. - Lesley 16:53 Apr 16 (1)
  • Just curious...how many of you outsource classes and which ones? Do you do live classes or private tutors or online classes? thanks - Carrie 16:00 Apr 16 (12)
  • Anyone know of a good online writing course for an 8th and 9th grader? - Jill 15:56 Apr 16 (1)
  • Key's To series... - Kathryn 15:27 Apr 16 (4)
  • National Merit Scholar and PSAT - Kathryn 15:23 Apr 16 (1)
  • Going to be signing up for dd's first SAT 2 soon. Will I need a particular code as a homeschooler? What other information is required? (TIA) - Kareni 14:37 Apr 16 (1)
  • Need High School Spanish curriculum, preferably communications... - momof3 13:56 Apr 16 (0)
  • ??? for those using American School....... - 1cat2ferrets 10:55 Apr 16 (25)
  • Prayers for those who have children at Virginia Tech (nt) - Bev in B'ville 10:43 Apr 16 (4)
  • Algebra. Argh. What would you do? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 10:39 Apr 16 (13)
  • Anyone here have a favorite Plutarch translation ???nt - Clara in Miami 10:28 Apr 16 (1)
  • What are the ISBN # for Lial Pre-Cal. that you are using??...nt - Gamom3 10:14 Apr 16 (5)
  • Can I give 1/2 credit for Chemistry? - Kim 10:11 Apr 16 (2)
  • Debate Camp - Lisa in SoCal 9:36 Apr 16 (3)
  • Latin at PS w/Mr. Spotts-Does anyone know what book is used for the Jr.H class? Also - Holly in N NV 8:51 Apr 16 (14)
  • For CynthiaOK and anyone else interested, here's the reply from Aleks re using their courses as full courses . . . - Luann in ID 7:36 Apr 16 (2)
  • Need encouragement on the subject of math...... - Christy in CO 7:27 Apr 16 (9)
  • Deserately seeking CHEMISTRY suggestions... - Rose 7:23 Apr 16 (10)
  • Lial's vs. Jacobs for geometry - Happy 7:20 Apr 16 (2)
  • ACT-Code for homeschoolers??? Can anybody help me with this? - Osmosis Mom 6:21 Apr 16 (2)
  • I'm writing a paper on John Tukey - LoriM 5:01 Apr 16 (2)
  • HS TOG users - did you feel the need to do add in a formal worldview course? - momee 4:57 Apr 16 (5)
  • Old hand at WTM, new to high school - question concerning "new options" - MS 4:28 Apr 16 (3)
  • Dolciani users-What comes after Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Trigonometry? Thanks. nt - KPM 20:16 Apr 15 (3)
  • Advice or opinions from any who've had a child go to PS for hs - m - StaceyinLA 19:32 Apr 15 (8)
  • Anyone want to give feedback on James Madison online??? - Gamom3 18:49 Apr 15 (1)
  • Need help choosing which computer program to use......PLEASE SEE - Judy 18:26 Apr 15 (4)
  • Need advice for 9th grade writing... - mom2three 17:52 Apr 15 (0)
  • Michelle in MO---about those creeds... - Janie 17:34 Apr 15 (1)
  • NC high school graduation requirement include a year of Earth/Environmental science. What does that mean? Which publishers would fill that requirement? nt - Christy B 17:08 Apr 15 (11)
  • TT, VideoText, or MUS pre-algebra and beyond? - Christy B 17:07 Apr 15 (4)
  • I have to get help teaching Math next year (Geometry). Ideas??? - Becca in CO 16:34 Apr 15 (13)
  • Question about NARS---has anyone used this? A specific question (more inside) - Michelle in MO 16:29 Apr 15 (2)
  • Where can I find out specific info on taking AP's... - Mommyfaith 16:13 Apr 15 (7)
  • Has anyone used Apologia Marine Bio before the regular Bio?? - Mommyfaithe 16:11 Apr 15 (2)
  • Can anyone give me a review of Life of Fred Geometry? nt - mom2jrcsc 14:00 Apr 15 (2)
  • Can someone give me more info on the Lively Art of Writing - Alyce 13:56 Apr 15 (4)
  • CLEP orAP? Why(m) - MaryM 13:24 Apr 15 (13)
  • A follow -up question regarding the BJU DVD's below... - Michelle in GA 12:48 Apr 15 (6)
  • Teaching Textbooks - anyone have success with Algebra - Kathryn 12:28 Apr 15 (3)
  • Questions about SAT's ...... - home'scool 8:43 Apr 15 (7)
  • Looking for grammar for high school co-op. Please help! - Connie 7:42 Apr 15 (3)
  • LaJuana,or anyone involved with Scholars Online... - StaceyL in Canada 6:21 Apr 15 (6)
  • How does the UCSMP ("Chicago Math") series measure up in the math curriculum department? Thanks. nm - Janet 20:38 Apr 14 (4)
  • StaceyL in Canada... Still praying for your family. Any update? Thinking of you with (((hugs))) (nt) - Lori D. 19:43 Apr 14 (1)
  • Which online schools offer summer courses? Esp. interested in math, chemistry and computer programming. TIA - Janet 19:15 Apr 14 (6)
  • Runkle's Geography -- trying to get an idea what this covers (m) - Linda in NE 18:46 Apr 14 (7)
  • What to use after both Rosetta Stone French I and French II? We've also done grammar with Schaum's Outlines. DD is 15 and will finish RS French II around Christmas. Thanks so much! nt - readwithem 18:30 Apr 14 (5)
  • Good resource for teaching the research paper to a strong writer??...(m) - Sharon in TX 15:19 Apr 14 (3)