HOMESCHOOLING:  Start With WHY

More families are considering homeschooling than ever before. The most common reasons parents give for choosing homeschooling are:

Why More Families Are Choosing Homeschooling:

• More individualized instructional opportunities – Schools often have limited time and resources to dedicate to large classrooms of students, so it is nearly impossible to adequately meet the needs of every student in a traditional classroom. Homeschooling allows parents to create a specialized curriculum and instructional plan to ensure the success of each child. 
• Child Safety and Mental Health – Growing concern for school safety and child mental health has caused many parents to consider homeschooling in order to keep their children safe and ensure positive social and emotional development. Parents are often better equipped than teachers to give their children the support they need to succeed in these areas.
• Added flexibility – Many families are finding that homeschooling is a better fit for their family lifestyle, religious convictions, and work schedules than traditional school.   Homeschooling can provide the consistency learners need while still allowing flexibility for travel, demanding work/practice schedules, or even caring for ailing family members. 
• Higher Educational Quality –  Some parents are dissatisfied with the quality of education their children receive in traditional schools. Homeschooling gives parents more control over what their child learns. Parents can also take a more personalized approach and provide one-on-one instruction that children can’t get in a classroom. Learning can also be easily supplemented and/or enriched, allowing each learner to spend as little or as much time on specific subjects as needed.

The Growth of Homeschooling in Rutherford County, TN : By the Numbers

Homeschool enrollment in Rutherford County, Tennessee, increased by 85% in 2020. It has steadily grown in popularity each year. Today, over 7,000 students are enrolled in alternative education programs in Rutherford County. Homeschooling is now the fastest-growing educational option in our area.

Whatever your “why” is for homeschooling, Legacy Homeschool Resource Center is here to support you.  We exist to empower parents, engage students, and enrich the homeschool journey for families in Rutherford County and surrounding areas.  We provide local homeschool resources, individualized consulting services, workshops, classes, and even sports opportunities for Middle Tennessee homeschoolers. 

Discover Your Homeschool Why

Every successful homeschool journey begins with a clear purpose. At Legacy Homeschool Resource Center, we know that understanding your “why” is key to creating a meaningful and intentional experience for your family. As your guide, we’re here to help you reflect on your motivations and gain clarity about what matters most to you.

Self-Reflection: Your Story Starts Here

Take a few moments to reflect on these questions, included in our free FIND YOUR WHY worksheet, to uncover what inspired you to homeschool and clarify your goals.

1. What inspired you to consider homeschooling?
   Reflect on the events, circumstances, or dreams that led you to explore this path.
2. What specific needs does your child have that traditional school might not meet?
   Think about their academic, social, emotional, or developmental needs and how homeschooling might better support them.
3. What are your biggest concerns about traditional schooling?
   Consider the challenges you hope to overcome, whether it’s about safety, mental health, or academic quality.
4. What do you want homeschooling to achieve for your family?
   Envision how homeschooling can shape your child’s future and enrich your family’s life as a whole.

Clarify Your Focus: Prioritize Your Why

After reflecting on your answers, use page 2 of the worksheet to rank and prioritize your reasons for homeschooling.

Your Next Step: Build a Plan with Confidence

Your “why” is more than just a starting point—it’s the foundation for every decision you’ll make as a homeschool family. By clarifying your reasons, you’re creating a roadmap that will guide your curriculum choices, teaching style, and daily routines.

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