However, here are also those days when I have considered taking the homeschooling route. Even before I have stopped working, I had this idea where I should just stop working and teach the kid myself. Not because of the money that will be saved (I would never scrimp on my child's education, even if I have to forget bags and travel), but because of what it has to offer, what the principles are behind homeschooling.
I am quite sure that all children are fit to be home schooled. The main question is, if the parent is fit for it? There are days when I say, hell yeah. There are days (more!) though that I feel that I am not up for it, especially lately when it seems that my daughter is too independent and assertive of herself.
The idea of home schooling still appeals to me but really, can I do this? Am I patient enough? Am I open-minded enough? Am I responsible enough? The thought of me finally losing my temper or just plain neglectful scared me, because I would never want to sacrifice my daughter's education over these. However, the fulfillment, bonding, and activities (these can be a workout and a fat burner regime too hahaha) that entails homeschooling are appealing too.
Anyway, I've come across Bo Sanchez' website called Catholic Filipino Academy, which offers accredited homeschooling for children. It is a good read and i am still exploring the site. Hope it will enlighten me on what to do.
An excerpt: 10 Core Principles of Homeschooling.
- Follow Your Child’s Passions
- Follow Your Child’s Learning Style
- Follow your Child’s Learning Pace Per Subject
- Never Use Fear & Punishments As Motivation
- Use Tests And Grades As Tools For Gauging Mastery, not as Tools to Label and Terrorize your Child
- Nurture A Great Love For Reading
- Make Ordinary Life Events As Your Classroom
- Make Work And Service Essential To Your Child’s Education
- Build Your Family Relationship (The Greatest Reward!)
- Personally Share Your Faith and Values With Your Child
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