Perhaps she could persue self employment/ owning her own business. Could she become a dog trainer and work or put college money toward owning a dog boarding and training place? In my area, it costs $60 a night to board a dog, and it is hard to get in as they are always full. On the same page as librarian, but school librarian might suit for the extra time off to work on her own writing without having to work weekends and evenings and in my location-summers. Has she ever looked into screenwriting? A day job would probably be necessary, but it can be done. Some of the art schools and computer gaming schools have dramatic wriitng , and storyboarding, and I think Savannaha School of Art and Design has Dramatic Writing (not sure of the job placement for that major). I think this is the time to dream big, and also to think about what might pay the rent while doing the dream thing.

Another vote for trying the Catholic school for the first semester. Another option might be to look for sports oportunites elsewhere. I might look for some recreation sports leagues like the Y , and there always seem to be soccer , swimming, and Lacross around. He could try some different sports now as that could be an option with homeschooling next year. You don't typically need to be a Y member, to sign up for kids sports. Homeschool sport leagues an option? You mentioned the program was for 4 content areas. Is that 4 time periods out of 7? Are they 4 hours in a row? Are the projects online? Do parents have access to content? I would want to see the content. Does your older son discuss what the other kids are seeing? If the classes were not a huge block ot time i.e. 8-12 sit at computer, it might be ok for me. Some people really like programs like ALEKS math, that advance in this way. Does your son get headaches from computer screens at home? Where are the kids planning on going to high school? Is there a Catholic High school? If not, will you face the same dilemma ina few years? I might think of the high school options and go backward. I would probably homeschoool a bit in the summer and make sure kids are proficient in reading, wriitng, math, they way the high school will present the material. If there is no Catholic high school, I am not sure of the push to stay in a school anyway. These are the questions I thiink I would ask myself . HTH

Well, I can say that my daughter took her first class from myhomeschool math class today. It wasn't pre-a, but they did move step by step with time to do the problems yourself. Many reviews out there for JanninTexas. You might check to see if there are any openings..just starting this week. I think she also tutors if needed, It is pay by the month , so if it isn't the right place, you aren't put so much.

Just a suggestion, but is there any chance her required courses could be changed to late start courses? At our CC , some courses are designated that way. The start date is 2-4 weeks later. A bit more compressed, but she wouldn't miss any. Classes seem to open ip around this time due to lack of payment, so they might be a possibility.

May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Very sorry for your loss.

You are right about Rice. You just never know. Chances are better coming from out of State I believe. I understand about the Texas bias. I have relatives who have never been to Texas and think the while entire state is dry with tumbleweeds blowing around and everyone acts like that one obnoxious person they met that one time.Sigh. Houston is the forth largest city in the US. So many different languages and cultures are here. We have a harbor, no tumbleweeds ( this area is gulf coastal -the subtropics). It is a huge city and Rice has its own tree lined, ivy covered area. It is wonderful, but not for everyone. I don't know if I would push since it will be a more difficult admission than some others. Good luck!

Rice University? I know they have an amazing endowment fund and can be super generous with merit aid. They want diversity of location. Rice does not have the scholarship set up of ;achieve ______score on ACT or SAT =this amount. It looks like all applicants are considered for scholarships but I have no idea how you would find out what your student would potentially qualify for. Maybe I missed it, but it looks like they aren't sharing much.

I'm trying not to over-plan. It is so easy and enjoyable to plan the perfect year, but I am going to aim for the year I really expect us to have. Language Arts: Spelling- complete Apples and Pears, start Megawords, and continue with Touch Type Read Spell. Writing: We will focus on writng better sentences and paragraphs . Complete Treasured Conversations, do sections on keywords from IEW, practice these skills, and late spring start Bravewriter. Grammar: rotate Editor in Chief with Easy Grammar and use some ACT prep books( they break down some on the concepts nicely) Lit: oral reading from books on the shelves with me... Science: complete all kits,all plant/ botany resourses, snap circuits,and then....maybe earth science resources? Ths is the last year of non outsourced science. Math: complete VideoText Algebra 2, start Geometry , find review materials to keep algebra fresh Logic: maybe? finish Fallacy Detecive History:complete Story of Civilization I and Famous Men of Greece and Rome. Include duct tape weaponry and more intensive battle study. Religion: youcat, Assention Presents podcasts and videos Computer Programing: udemy? Completed all of Youth digital, not sure where to go. Give him-an hour or more to work on this as he loves it.

Edited to add: I am sharing my family's strategies for navating college. I think some of them might work even if you DD is not recommended for acomodations. My feeling is that it is a bit of a game and there are things you can do that are not official ( you are probably already doing at home) that can be quite effective. I have two teens who are dyslexic. I had DD2(16) evaluated, and not her older sister DD1(19). DD1 knew where she wanted to go to school and I knew that there was a clear path to transferring in from community college. She took only 2 classes at a time at community college knocking out her most difficult subjects while at home with tutoring. This enabled her to be able to apply to a program at the 4 year school that gives her priority registration. That gives her access to choose the classes and professors she wants. Her strategy for success is to take only 9-12 hours a semester, balancing the gpa boosting core classes from the professors that have great reps. with her more difficult reading intense coursework. Because she transferred in with a year of credit, she can graduate in four years with this minimum amount ot hours. Choosing profs that have you write papers is much preferable to those who do in class essays. Her school doesn't do a great job of providing notetakers (they are unpaid), and she hasn't needed extended time on tests. She also has her own room in an apartment which is necessary because she needs to rest after a period of time of intense study or she will not get rid of her headache. Studying is extremely fatiguing for her. Friends in the engineering school do not put in quite as much time in as she does. These strategies are working well for DD1. Dd2 doesn't know what she wants to do or where she wants to go. The official diagnosis would give her priority registration at some schools. She may need to take the ACT and apply as a freshman and will need extended time. Her spelling is not at grade level, and it is very evident. She will need the accomodations that deal with this. She completed the Barton program but couldn't spell pilot the other day. Until she gets a better idea of what she wants to do, DD2 needs to keep her options open. Dd1 graduated early so her CC classes would transfer, DD2 is keeping everything dual credit when she takes them. She plans on knocking out her Maths and exploring some science courses for dual credit. Both girls are hard workers and organized. That will take them far. I hope there are some strategies in here that are helpful to somebody.

I would seriously look into the schools you are considering for credit. I know a few state schools give credit here in Texas, though I am not sure about Chemistry specifically. The SAT Subject tests are supposed to test high school level...so I was surprised to see credit given. Looks like somewhere in the 600's can award some credit. https://testingservices.utexas.edu/search-undergraduate-exams?field_subject_tid=All&field_type_tid=19&title=

Sorry, dp.

I would try Kohls. Search for coupons, and she could get some great deals. Also, some of the above mentioned stores not only have the 40-50 percent off sales but have outlet stores that have those same sales. Both Loft and Express have outlet stores. If she knows someone over 50 who could purchase them for her, Banana Republic has a 10 percent discount off any item including sale items( you need to ask for it). Consignment and thrift stores in wealthier areas sometimes carry some great things, but the best finds often take some time and patience.

Huge huge hugs! I decided to keep a little more privacy too.

Did you look at JCPenny? They have both plus, regular, and petite sizes. When I worked in a bridal store years ago, we would send the bride there for bridesmaid gowns if she needed them soon. I'm not sure, but I think you could use a coupon if there is one out as well. https://www.jcpenney.com/g/bridesmaid-womens-dresses-green/N-bwo3xD1nnujcZ130Z1z0pyqe?activeFacetId=1031&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=paid search&cid=paid search|bing|M_Apparel_Womens_Dresses_BPLUS|M_Bridesmaids_Dresses_BPLUS&msclkid=1764addeecbe1ca0bd69f7179feddb73&gclid=CIn-85_GqdoCFYjLswodQ_kF0g&gclsrc=ds&dclid=CIbQhqDGqdoCFY4FDAod-4EJTw

I'm sorry. It is so disappointing when they have their own minds and wills:) It does really hurt when you are the Momma and wanting the best for them. I would rather raise a good person than a great student. Your son sounds like a good person. I think you both should be proud. I am also a fan of the Glade air freshener. A large kitchen garbage can with a lid is nice.

We are kind of enjoying watching homeschool connection videos . There are Memoria Press books and that go with them. (Or at least the one we are doing right now. )Phillip Campbell is pretty good. There are quite a few in the series. We started with Ancient Greek history , but there is one before that which would prob ly fit the time frame. It is Egypt/Persia/Mesopotania though, so if might not be what you are looking for. You can pick and choose time periods. It is a really nice lunchtime activity with a bit of reading and an online quiz. My kids are not big history buffs, but the one we are watching holds their attention. The reading assignments are fairly short but review some of what is on the video and help to solidify the learning. I know that I am learning a lot:) Edit after rereading op post. Somehow, I missed the part about Egypt.

Praying!

Thank you all so much! I really appreciate all of the help!

Hi, We are getting ready for a nueropysc appointment and would love to have recommendations for testing for suspected dyslexia. I have tried to search and did see the norms are different for a 16 year old, I really appreciate that people posted that, I had no idea. It makes me wonder what else I don't know. I have to admit acronyms are diificult for me and when I look at previous posts, it is quite confusing. I am guessing an IQ test , is that WISC? And some sort of receptive/expressive verbal/ visual/ reading test to see the discrepency between that and IQ? Any specific tests I should request? All help is appreciated!

I agree,it could actually lead to lowering of more high school standards. I am always amazed to see curriculm from two generations ago. I don't see many homeschoolers adapting this model and am wondering why, especially for the less early academically inclined. Homeschooling kids in my area that are starting at the CC are surprised to learn that our two flagships don't take many if any transfers in engineering or buisness. Maybe that is not their skill set anyway, I don't know.

I recently came across an article that is a few years old talking about combining CC associates degree with high school diploma without accelerating high school . So a six year diploma/associates degree. It is an interesting idea. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/education/six-years-high-school-two-extra-years-catching I know that there are parents of exceptional students who can or did take enough dual credit or AP courses in four years to do this. What about students who can do the work, but not at the accelerated pace? I know there are majors in our flagship schools that do not allow any or only a very few transfers(engineering, computer, buisness) but do allow AP and dual credit courses to transfer. Would this be helpful to homeschoolers? What do you think?

Our whole family really enjoyed a whale watching trip. It might depend on the year, but we were able to see both hump backed and blue whales. Dolphins followed the boat . I think we just ate clam chowder in a sour dough bowl at the place with the best samples.:). We were only there for part of the day.

I know I have read that taking SAT tests released in previous editions of the college board blue book have helped students. Perhaps looking for earlier versions of the official ACT book would do the same? Sometimes the books recyle the versions of the test,so maybe check at your library or on CC first. When I searched ACT practice test 2016. ect. it looks like there are some previous practice tests released that might be good . Prep scholar had a few free ones.

We really enjoyed seeing a modern Shakespeare play at the Globe reproduction theater. Even my youngest had a ball.

Joy to the World And many of the above Funny song : They Don't have White Christmases in Houston