In a recent vote, Connecticut lawmakers approved a new bill that would set basic rules for families who choose to teach their children at home. The measure, which many parents opposed, passed with a mix of Democrats and Republicans in the Education Committee. The bill was created after concerns g
The debate over how much state oversight should be given to families who teach their kids at home has finally ended with a narrow win for the bill. The measure, which some call House Bill 5468, aims to make sure children who leave public schools for home instruction still receive learning that match
The Connecticut Department of Education has said it cannot follow a new bill that would require the state to tell child‑welfare officials when families pull their kids out of public schools for homeschooling. The bill, known as Senate Bill 6, was drafted after two tragic cases that raised concerns a
In Colorado, public schools are seeing fewer kids. About 10, 000 students left, which is a 1. 2% drop. That's a big change, but not as big as during the pandemic. Back then, 30, 000 students left. So, why are kids leaving now? One reason is that fewer kids are in the age group for school. But that'
In 1990, a young boy named Stefan found himself in a tough spot. He was nine years old and hated his new school in Plano, Texas. The teachers were strict, and the environment felt suffocating. One day, his teacher even shook him in front of the whole class. This made Stefan feel miserable. He starte
Stefan Merrill Block's life took a dramatic turn when he was eight years old. Moving from Indianapolis to Plano, Texas, he found it hard to feel at home. The word "home" felt forced, like it was stuck on with weak glue. But soon, his shiny new house became a prison. For five long years, from fourth
Eleora Liang is a 13-year-old homeschooled student from Singapore who has turned her love for pickleball into a thriving business. She runs A Little Ripple, an online store that sells pickleball paddles. Eleora's journey began when she was just 10 years old, selling stationery and small gifts. Howev
In Illinois, a new bill is causing quite a stir. House Bill 2827, also known as the Homeschool Act, has parents and educators up in arms. The bill aims to regulate homeschooling and private schools, but critics argue it goes too far. The bill was introduced by Democratic Rep. Terra Costa Howard. It
