02-19-2009, 07:45 AM
What a wealth of information you three have provided. Thanks for helping me chew through options and possibilities.
Jennifer, you are right that we are not in a rush. He has just always excelled academically and offering this level of study in our homeschool is finally somewhat of a match for him. Our goal was never to get to this level, but it just happened.
He is searching for possible areas to internship next year when he does take butt-in-seat classes. I have similar thoughts to yours that 12 credits per semester is enough .. and gym is a requirement of mine
NJMedic I hear your concern and know this route of education is nontraditional and may close some future doors. I have flipped the coin many times. On one side is a guarantee BA with no debt and it challenges him now, on the other is possible scholarships (otherwise debt) at a school with a reputation. We all play a bit of God with our children's future and this is one I hope I don't regret. The advantages are travel, volunteer and apprenticeship and husband and I are hoping that route is a better fit.
Jennifer, you are right that we are not in a rush. He has just always excelled academically and offering this level of study in our homeschool is finally somewhat of a match for him. Our goal was never to get to this level, but it just happened.
He is searching for possible areas to internship next year when he does take butt-in-seat classes. I have similar thoughts to yours that 12 credits per semester is enough .. and gym is a requirement of mine
NJMedic I hear your concern and know this route of education is nontraditional and may close some future doors. I have flipped the coin many times. On one side is a guarantee BA with no debt and it challenges him now, on the other is possible scholarships (otherwise debt) at a school with a reputation. We all play a bit of God with our children's future and this is one I hope I don't regret. The advantages are travel, volunteer and apprenticeship and husband and I are hoping that route is a better fit.
Cheri ~ Homeschooling to College facilitator
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