Lori D. Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 (edited) PAGE #1 Welcome to High School Motherlode #2 -- the second "motherlode" of linked threads on high school topics. There is also a college motherlode of linked threads on preparing for/applying to/attending college AND a few post-high school topics that are NOT college related. Enjoy exploring the amazing collected wisdom of The Hive! (In case links break, I have listed threads by their original subject heading, and have also provided the original post date and poster for search in various ways.) Warmest regards, Lori D. topics & links in page #1 AND page #5 (with 3 response posts in between) CREATED: June. 2013UPDATED & REORGANIZED: Sept. 2018======================== CONTENTS: HIGH SCHOOL MOTHERLODE #2: page #1 topics: Transcripts / Record Keeping Credits Grading / GPA Honors Courses Record Keeping / Course Descriptions / Letter of Recommendation / Volunteering Graduation topics / Diplomas NOTE: there are 3 posts of responses between post #1 and post #5 topics page #5 topics: General Threads on High School Subjects (Writing, Math, Science, Electives) Home-Grown Courses / MOOC Courses Extracurricular Activities Outsourcing Online Classes Tutors Dual Enrollment ======================== High School Motherload #1 -- pinned thread at top of HIGH SCHOOL BOARDpage 1 - high school timetable - getting started with homeschooling high school - planning / scheduling / time management - teen attitudes / expectations - accreditation / cover schools / state regulations page 2 - info/experiences with high school tests (PSAT, AP, ACT/SAT, SAT Subject, CLEP, GED, etc.) College Motherlode -- pinned thread at top of COLLEGE BOARDpage 1 = college search / college visits / online college page 2 = college applications / Common App (including more on transcripts, course descriptions, etc.) page 3 = financial aid / scholarships / FAFSA and CSS Profile page 4 = Honors Programs / Internships / NCAA page 5 = heading to college / at college / overseas studies page 6 = alternatives to college / gap year / military / career exploration ======================== TRANSCRIPTSHigh school transcript topics (+ one section on middle school transcripts; for specific questions about transcripts and college applications or the Common App, see page 2 of the Going to College Motherlode pinned thread.middle school transcriptMiddle school transcript (examples?) -- June 20 2018, JennyDDoes anyone have a formal middle school transcript put together? (and can I see it?) -- Apr 25 2018, madteapartyCreating a transcript for high school applications (entering high school, need middle school transcript) -- Jan 15 2018, kagmypts overview topicsSpecific questions about my DS's transcript (how much credit to award, course descriptions, etc.) -- July 11 2017, lewelmaMore transcript questions (include test scores? wording for "operated according to state law"? graduation date? weighted/unweighted GPA?) -- Sept 10 2017, TCBHow to get a transcript that colleges will accept? -- Jan 17 2018, krhoadsComprehensive transcript service? — Jan 27 2018, nancy_waTranscript backup (for student's future, in case of fire, loss, or death) -- May 22 2017, MerryAtHope samples and templatesSample transcripts (posters linked to examples) -- July 2 2015, swimmermom3Sample high school transcript? (can someone share an example?) -- Nov 28 2016, DariaTranscript template (responder links to a website) -- Apr 18 2018, JessReplantedTranscript template recommendation -- July 5 2017, ShellydonTranscript form? (posters included links to templates) -- Sept 3 2016, lucky mom formatting questionsAdding a 2nd page to transcript? Should I? (for achievements and extracurriculars?) -- Jan 17 2017, journey00Subject-Based transcript (any templates or examples?) -- Mar 20 2017, historymattersIf you do your transcript by subject, how do you indicate planned or in-progress senior year classes? -- July 2 2015, katilacTranscripts: by subject or by year? — Mar 1 2017, lewelmaTranscript question please (list by subject or grade/year? and other questions) -- Mar 1 2017, Homeschoolmom3"Official" Transcript? (organize by subject or grade/year? graduation date? bring up credits from middle school?) -- Jan 24 2018, ski mommaAnother transcript issue for us: # of credits (what to include/leave off; will it look like padding) — Aug 31 2018, EvantheHow to transcript this “5th” year due to illness? — July 23 2018, KendallCan I just show all 5 years of high school on his transcript? — May 22 2018, AttoliaQuestion about how to do a transcript for an early graduate (3 years rather than 4) — May 30 2018, rachserraTranscript format question (how to include summer classes) — May 14 2018, Kim CTranscript ?: summer college class (how to include summer classes on transcript) -- Apl 11, 2018, RootAnnwhat to includeQuick transcript question (what goes on an UNofficial transcript?) — Apr 17 2018, GargaGraduation requirements on transcript? — Feb 4 2018, daijobuAnother transcript question (sign/signature or not, and how to do it?) -- July 13 2017, Momto5inINTranscript signature question (how to do it?) -- Aug 22 2016, quarkcredits on transcriptQuick transcript question: total credits include planned? (i.e., include courses not done yet?) — Oct 27 2017, kandAnother transcript issue for us: # of credits (what to include/leave off; will it look like padding) — Aug 31 2018, EvantheTranscript questions (how to count dual enrollment credit? include test score details?) — July 7 2018, kwhdmanTranscript question about computer course (how to count it? should we include it, or is it a "life skill"?) -- July 5 2018, ByeBye MarthaHow to: Driver's Ed program on the transcript -- Mar 7 2017, historymattersHow to give credit for shop/welding on transcript? -- Apr 29 2015, Kile529semester grades / in-process coursesHow do I do this transcript (semester or "in progress" for grades of courses still being worked on) -- Mar 19 2018, Jean in NewcastleDo you put senior year on the transcript before credits are earned? -- Aug 29 2016, HollyBeeSemester grades on transcript — Jan 20 2018, daijobuSemester grades on transcript (how to do this?) — Jan 25 2018, Nancy.suzanne70Transcript question: how do you calibrate grades across multiple providers (who are using different grading scales) -- Aug 7 2017, yvonneDo I put one minus grade on the transcript (because the dual enrollment/college transcript does? -- Aug 29 2017, Dariatest scores on transcriptHigh school transcript: test scores question (list on transcript or not?) — Mar 30 2017, Connections How to show [test] scores on transcript? — Feb 13 2018, Erica in ORTranscript questions: self-studied for AP exams — Feb 23 2018, omd21SAT/ACT scores / super scoring on transcript -- June 15 2017, MamalovesthemDo you put CLEP on transcripts? -- May 6 2013, MommyThricecombining transcripts (co-op / public school)Outside classes in transcript? Esp. co-op? — Oct 6 2017, kandTranscript question: combining public and homeschool — June 11 2018, KassiaTranscript question regarding homeschooling after B&M school — May 25 2018, kellebelledual enrollment & transcriptsSelectively choose DE classes to list on transcript? — May 5 2018, my2boysteacherOkay to leave Community College (CC) courses off of the high school transcript (since we are sending a CC transcript too?) -- Oct 5 2-17, daijobuQuick question: transcript for dual enrollment application for 9th grader (what to include?) -- July 31 2019, ArcadiaTranscript question for dual credit but [done in] 8th grade (how to list it on the transcript) -- Dec 11 2017, MeghanLList an Associate's degree on the transcript? (an AA degree earned via dual enrollment) -- Apr 25 2017, Melissa Btranscripts & college admissionTranscript question and GPA with Honors, AP, Dual Enrollment, CLEP, etc (how do you count it/show it) -- July 17 2010, distanciaHow do they know? (If you “fudge” on transcripts) — Mar 10 2017, kfeusseHow to meet this transcript requirement (official seal or watermark) -- Sept 5 2018, cjzimmer1 ======================== CREDITSspecific questionsHow many courses in an academic year? 2 maths? — May 24 2018, sbgraceQuestion about counting hours (for self-made courses/credits) — May 23 2018, GeoKitttyRigorous high school transcript for Liberal Arts kid (how many APs, STEM courses, etc.?) -- Apr 25 2017, madteapartyHigh school courses/transcript/load questions (is it okay to spread out/double up on credits in a subject area? can I "bring up" courses from middle school? take college classes early?) -- Jan 1 2016, Homeschoolmom3What makes a course transcript-worthy? (see Sue in St Pete's response for a massive list of "output" ideas!) -- Dec 29 2014, Daria how to count creditsUnderstanding credit hours -- Apr 29 2017, deer forestDo you count reading/homework time as hours (toward the credit) -- July 7 2017, deerforestCan the same credit hours count toward two classes? -- Apr 28 2016, GargaDouble dipping credits on the transcript (splitting hours vs. counting 2x an hours-heavy activity) -- June 14 2016, shinyhappypeople "bringing up" high school credits done in middle schoolMiddle school classes on the transcript (what courses can you "bring up"? award credit and grade or no grade?) -- Sept 13 2017, omg21Transcript classes taken before high school (include Latin from grades 6-7?) -- Feb 15 2016, ski mommaAwarding high school credits for 8th grade work and high school planning questions — May 30 2018, stacyh270How do you count middle school coursework (high school courses done in middle school) — Jan 6 2017, wentiAlgebra and Geometry on transcript (do you include high school courses done in 7th/8th grade?) — Aug 30 2018, daijobuXpost: early college/Dual Enrollment transcript question (include credits done in middle school? what about CTY intensive study classes?) -- Mar 10 2018, imbueintegrated Great Books courses - how to award creditThe English credit/Great Books/integrating history & lit (how to credit integrated courses?) — Dec 9 2015, Chrysalis AcademyHandling a Great Books or integrated Humanities sequence on the transcript (how to do it so it matches what credits colleges want?) -- Apr 9 2015, yvonneHow to list a Coursera course on the transcript? (or describe in the Course Description document?) -- Oct 27 2017, Nemomawarding credit for college coursesTranscript questions (award 0.5 or 1.0 credit for college courses?) -- July 7 2018, kwhadmanAwarding credits for college classes [taken] in high school — Feb 2 2018, RootAnnAwarding dual enrollment / high school credits on transcript -- Jan 4 2018, cassiaTranscript help: assigning credits for community college classes (lengthy discussion on whether to award 0.5 or 1.0, and why) -- Feb 6 2016, Hiking'MamaTranscript credits for concurrent student questions (how much credit to give for dual enrollment lab science?) -- July 1 2016, Excelsior! Academy what to call this course / what subject does this course go under?Transcript questions (what subject heading for Econ and Psych) — Jan 22 2017, Julie of KYTranscript question (what subject area for a business course?) -- Sept 5 2017, regentrudeWhere to put Logic on the transcript? -- Sept 13 2017, TCBWould you put 3 credits of Bible on a transcript? (and if so, what subject to list it as?) -- Sept 21 2017, susanah4How to add "work/study" to transcript (list/not list, and how to list Vo-Tech/apprenticeship hours?) -- May 28 2016, busymama7What would you call this course on the transcript? -- Apr 3 2017, twinkletoesmamma credit or extracurricular?Hours for a club on transcript (how many hours needed to list as an extracurricular?) -- Nov 18 2016, Deb in NJTranscript newbie: can I give credit for Robotics Club? -- Sept 14 2017, summer readingForeign exchange on transcript or academic resume or both? -- Oct 16 2017, ValRNTranscript extracurriculars question (put extracurriculars on the transcript? or if not, where in the college application?) -- Apr 2 2017, lewberHow to categorize activities for a future transcript (should personal interest/free time activities in included in some way?) -- Sept 1 2016, zaichitiVolunteer/community service hours (where to put this on the transcript? or not include it?) -- Aug 4 2016, learners4life credits - graduation requirementsDo you base high school graduation requirements on local public school standards? — May 15 2018, InnisfreeAny NC homeschoolers here? Graduation requirements question — Mar 14 2018, whiteisle ======================== GRADING / GPAgrading - overviewHow to determine grade percentages -- Oct 16 2019, shbucksTell me how to grade — July 18 2018, 2ndGenHomeschoolerGrading software — July 4 2018, FairProspects grading - failed course / credit recoveryIf a student busts in an outside course (award the low grade on the transcript? do credit recovery?) — Jan 23 2018, AttoliaFailed Dual Enrollment course/high school transcript (and retook with an "A" -- credit recovery? list both? other?) -- July 6 2016, blue darlinggrading scaleTranscript grading scale question -- June 7 2018, GargaGrading scale on transcript? Plus and minus grades? -- Sept 20 2016, learners4lifeShould transcript include grading scale? -- July 13 2015, Juliegmomgrading - with +/- Calculating GPA with plus and minus designations — June 11 2018, Reefgazergrading - pass/failWould it be weird to have on “pass” grade on a transcript? — May 16 2018, RootAnnTranscript with *only* pass/fail marks? -- May 17 2018, KinsaGPA - weighted / unweightedGPA scale (weighted and unweighted discussion) — Aug 26 2018, daijobuTranscript: weighted or unweighted? -- Nov 17 2017, yvonneWeighted GPA for Honors class? — Feb 2, athena1277If you weight GPA, what is the weighted scale? — Sept 8 2015, Sebastian (a lady)Weighted transcript (explanation; how to calculate it) -- Oct 120 2015, Reefgazer validation of home-awarded gradesOutside validation -- AP, CLEP, Dual Enrollment, etc. -- Mar 18 2019, Caraway ======================== HONORS COURSESWhat makes a class "Honors"? -- Mar 28 2019, ByGrace3Honors courses: what is required for the label? — May 3 2018, klmamaDid you know that Honors courses have more ‘weight’ on a transcript? — Dec 10 2012, SamiaHonors Algebra vs regular Algebra (how to decide/is it worth the time & money) — Feb 15 2018, Kari C in SCDo non-UC [Univ. of CA] schools weight grades in 9th? (I.e., Honors courses on the transcript) — Mar 19 2018, domesticidyll ======================== RECORD KEEPING record keepingOne more transcript question (what school work to keep after graduation?) -- Feb 20 2017, TammyinTNRecord keeping for high school work done in middle school -- Feb 26, 2016, lovelearnandliveRecord keeping, lesson planning, transcripts -- Homeschool Tracker or Homeschool Pro? -- July 19 2016, butterfly113High school record keeping book -- Aug 2 2017, nurse_krisIf I would have started this in 9th grade (manilla envelope record keeping idea and what school work & records to keep) -- Oct 25 2010, Joan in GE course descriptionsCourse descriptions (many topics discussed) -- Sept 7 2016, Learners4lifeWhat goes in a course description -- Oct 8 2016, ReefgazerSome questions about writing course descriptions -- Sept 17 2018, JoyfulLength of course descriptions? -- Sept 14 2017, mirabillisCourse descriptions: specific order? -- Sept 12 2016, Teresa in GACourse Description template? -- Mar 3 2019, RoadrunnerCourse description: please share online provider/class — June 7 2017, RootAnnCritique my course descriptions -- Sept 30 2017, daijobuAre these course descriptions okay? -- May 19 2016, Momto5inINCourse descriptions (looking for feedback) -- July 11 2016, MurrayshireCourse Description question about grading -- Sept 24 2018, hollyhock2Course descriptions (ISBN for books or not?) — Sept 16 2017, yvonneAnother transcript/application question (put instructor bio on the course description?) -- Sept 14 2017, yvonne letter of recommendation / counselor letterLetter of Recommendation etiquette & ? — Mar 28, 2017, HilltopmomLetters of recommendation in high school question (collect in early grades of high school for later college applications?) — Feb 4 2018, housemouseGuidance Counselor Recommendation for high school program? — May 6 2018, madteaparty volunteering / community serviceVolunteer hours (track/not track, and how?) — Apr 15 2018, MASHomeschooler ======================== GRADUATION / DIPLOMA graduation topicsGraduation announcements — Apr 25 2017, AttoliaHigh school graduation party questions — May 22 2017, amyx4X-post: caps and gowns — Jan 28 2017, Brenda in FLx-post [high school board]: Where did you buy diploma, cap & gown, etc? -- June 18 2015, katilacx-post [college board]: Where did you buy diploma, cap & gown, etc? -- June 18 2015, katilac diplomasDo I need to make a diploma? -- July 16 2016, Jean in NewcastleDiplomas (print your own? where to buy?) — Apr 26 2017, MelabellaDo colleges ask for high school diploma? — Feb 2 2017, Job121Mom diploma good enough for non-college bound student? -- Mar 17 2017, bluebonnet girlHomeschool diploma need to meet state standards? -- Apr 6 2015, teeterbunchDoes anyone receive a diploma from the state? -- Dec 4 2014, FarrarHomeschool diploma for mostly public school educated student? -- Oct 13 2017, MerryIf you issued a diploma, can you tell me what you put for the school name? -- Apr 4 2016, shavanName of your homeschool on high school diploma (make a name? use your last name?) -- Apr 6 2017, CaliforniaDreamin'Name [of student] on the diploma (student middle name question) -- July 14 2017, DariaDate on high school diploma -- May 21 2015, Nancy in NHWhat did you use as a diploma certificate (what kind of paper to print it on?) -- Mar 22 2016, Prairie~Phlox ======================== topics & links continue below on page #5 (after 3 response posts) Edited August 11, 2020 by Lori D. 31 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Lori D. Posted June 6, 2013 Author Share Posted June 6, 2013 (edited) PAGE #5 links continued from page #1 CREATED: June 2013UPDATIED: Sept 2018 ======================== HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECTS / COURSESThe Great Courses Master Class List -- Apr 30 2014, swimmermom3 Writing / EnglishResources for teaching writing for high school (includes discussion on *how* to teach) — Sept 20 2011, swimmermom3Help! Need best writing program for behind 9th grader — Apr 30 2018, Alicia64Writing With a Thesis: how do I use this? — Mar 29 2016, morningcoffeeHere is how I am teaching the material in WWS1-3; what are you doing? — Oct 7 2013, lewelmaBringing Karen’s mention of essay-writing to a new thread (how 8FillTheHeart teaches essay writing) — Jan 22 2011, PeterPanTransition to original writing — Jan 10 2016, hollyhockS/o of a s/o: implementing ideas for preparing our kids for college-level writing — Jan 19 2014, g1234Can we discuss apathetic writers and college prep? — Apr 18 2014, elegantlionWhat to do with a defensive teen and writing — Feb 1 2018, Calming TeaIf you’re frustrated with discussing history and literature with a high school student (info about reader response papers/essays) — Nov 27 2012, TulliaMore about response papers and their context (helpful follow-up thread to the above) — Dec 3 2012, TulliaWow! I think I fixed my son’s writing! (resources, and the commentary sentence in a paragraph) — June 24 2010, Nan in MassEssay introduction: what does it contain? — Apr 24 2018, sbgraceFootnotes in research papers — April 7 2018, kfeusseHas anyone here developed their own AP English Literature? — Apr 23 2018, EKSWriting: My evaluation of numerous writing curricula (master list of elementary/logic writing programs) -- Feb 16 2012, lewelma_________________ MathPSAT and SAT Test Prep Materials (illustrations & explanations of how to decode the Math typically found on these tests) -- Feb 16 2021, RegGuheertHomeschool High School Math (pinned thread with info on tons of options) -- Feb 15 2015, quarkDesigning a non-traditional math course for a math-loving, structure-hating child — Oct 26 2011, quarkHonors Algebra vs regular Algebra (how to decide/is it worth the time & money) — Feb 15 2018, Kari C in SC_________________ Science curricula ideas - Biology, Chemistry, PhysicsHomeschool High School Biology (pinned thread with info on tons of options) -- Apr 13 2013, DicentraHomeschool High School Chemistry (pinned thread with info on tons of options) -- Feb 11 2013, DicentraHomeschool High School Physics (pinned thread with info on tons of options) -- Jan 25 2015, Dicentra curricula ideas - other Sciences Options for high school science besides Bio/Chem/Phys — Apr 23 2018, Homemama2Alternative/creative science ideas for 9th graders? — Jan 30 2018, rzberrymomScience for a senior — Aug 10 2018, Mom25girls Anatomy / PhysiologyAnatomy and Physiology courses? -- Sept 4 2017, Jean in NewcastleWhat to use for Anatomy and Physiology? -- June 24, 2016, GggNeed Anatomy and Physiology course -- May 9 2015, Misty AstronomyAstronomy? -- Sept 23 2016, MamaSproutCritique My Astronomy Plan -- May 16 2017, SilverMoonAstronomy -- July 5 2016, EmbassyAstronomy Recommendations? -- June 2 2008, merylvdmHigh School Astronomy? -- Apr 4 2018, Classically MindedCan you help me design an Astronomy course? -- Feb 12 2016, Miss MousieFilms that tie in with Astronomy study? -- July 15 2019, mazakaal Botany / HorticultureLooking for interesting Botany and/or Agricultural Science curriculum -- May 19 2015, susanah4I've updated my free Botany curriculum -- Apr 28, 2015, jenn&charlesBotany with a focus on hydroponics -- Mar 29 2016, theelfqueen EcologySuggestions for Ecology/Environmental science programs or books? -- Apr 28 2011, Ann@thebeachEcology vs. Environmental Science vs. Molecular & Cellular Biology (for Herpetologist student) -- Dec 10 2015, dmmetler Environmental ScienceEnvironmental Science -- Mar 23 2016, Clear CreekOak Meadow Environmental Science - 1 semester? -- June 21 2018, BakersDozenAP Environmental Science with PA Homeschoolers? [online course provider] -- Nov 9 2015, Woodland Mist Academy1 semester online Environmental Science? -- Jan 15 2018, FaithrFavorite resources for Environmental Science? -- June 20, 2017, dsmith Equine (Horse) ScienceEquine Science question -- Jann 6 2019, him Forensic ScienceForensic Science curriculum? -- Aug 6 2014, Kim CForensic Science -- Aug 7 2015, SilverMoonForensics -- Feb 25 2013, zippy momForensic Science -- Jun 12 2012, RobinL in Canada Geology / Earth ScienceSuggestions for Earth Science text and curriculum materials? -- Jan 7 2019, SbloraCan you recommend an Earth Science curriculum (not rigorous, for not a huge science fan) -- Mar 2 2021, borninthesouthAnyone know of an online rigorous Earth Science course -- Mar 23 2017, birchbarkEarth Science for 9th grader -- Mar 2 2016, peaceful isleEarth Science? -- Jan 12 2016, SilverMoonMr Q's Advanced Earth Science or Oak Meadow - opinions? -- July 27 2015, MurrayshireHow do I add labs to Earth Science? -- Jan 18 2015, journey00 Marine BiologyMarine Biology - what have you used? -- July 3, 2016, zaichikiIdeas for Marine Biology/Oceanography field trips -- July 11, 2016, zaichiki Meteorology (Weather)Meteorology course? -- Mar 4 2016, charlotteb Zoology (Animals)High school level Zoology -- Oct 24 2017, FindingMyWayHigh school Zoology -- Apr 15 2015, Psittacula science labsSeparate credit for science labs? — Sept 14 2018, NCAmusingsHow many labs? (to count as “lab science”) — Feb 23 2018, shinyhappypeopleAccepting in-home labs? (do colleges accept homeschool labs?) — Jan 20 2017, ArasScientific Inquiry (through a series of updates, she demonstrates how they "do" science) -- Mar 23 2012, lewelmaScience again -- someone shoot me now (lewelma has multiple responses about how they "do" science) -- Apr 11 2011, littlefurfamily specific questionsScience + lab credit: help me think this through (and some CA a-g talk) — Feb 15 2018, mirabillis“Religious” science and credit acceptance — Feb 16, 2018, Paradox5_________________ Foreign LanguageForeign Language Online Classes (options listed in all of the posts) -- Sept 30 2017, musician momGet ‘Er Done Spanish — Aug 13 2018, Sweet Home AlabamaSuggestions for high school French?? — Feb. 29 2016, armo_________________ Social Studies (History, Geography, Government, Economics) HISTORYRecommendations for accurate movies/documentaries on historical events — Aug 13 2018, Alicia64IB History — Apr 20 2018, Roadrunner GOV'T & ECONCan we create a high school Government options thread? -- Jan 2 2021, CintinativeUS Government and Economics - help please (lots of specific program suggestions) -- Apr 23 2017, HeathermomsterSecular and quick/easy: US Government? Same for Economics? -- Nov 11 2016, g1234Government and Economics - not rigorous -- Mar 4 2010, oujisanWhich high school government course do you recommend (why? pros/cons?) -- June 28 2016, theflyingbunnyLooking for ideas for documentaries and movies for government class -- Sept 11 2016, mamakellyAP Government at home? -- Sept 20 2016, hopskipjump ECONOMICSAP Economics texts -- June 24 2015, ssirishaIntroductory Economics text for high school? (for a student NOT interested in economics) -- Feb 2 2015, klmamaEconomics from a balanced perspective -- Apr 23 2015, mazakaalEconomics that is not capitalist-focused? -- Dec 18 2013, Haiku_________________ Fine ArtsFine Arts focused homeschool experience? -- Apr 14 2017, klmamaFine Arts elective: what is included? (what makes up a course? how much credit?) -- Feb 2 2016, Garga Fine Arts credit for high school (wide variety suggested) -- Oct 20 2016, mom2scoutsWe need 1 credit of Fine Arts (need suggestions other than playing an instrument or dance) -- Apr 30 2017, susanah7Options for Fine Arts credit (looking for unconventional ideas, beyond art/music/drama) -- May 14 2016, house mouseHow much time do you allot per week for PE and for Fine Arts? -- May 18 2016, ILiveInFlipFlops_________________ ElectivesCreative and memorable electives — Mar 22 2018, lexiAcademic elective and credits — Apr 28 2017, Nicholas_momDungeons and Dragons for credit? (turning a special interest/skill into a credit) — Feb 17 2018, sierramv1High school health — Mar 19 2018, lexiPE ideas? — Mar 21 2018, skimomma======================== "DIY" and "OUT OF THE BOX" COURSES / MOOC COURSES making your own coursesLet's discuss how to design your own curriculum -- June 6 2020, lewelmaInterest driven education and *real* tea time (how to design your own course of study) — Apr 28 2010, 8FillTheHeartInterest-led AND college-bound? — Feb 6 2018, PeachyDoodleNOT planning for college (options? how would that change high school?) -- Feb 19 2016, shinyhappypeopleHow to design theme-based study (including input/output) like 8FillTheHeart, Corraleno, etc. — Jan 13 2012, Ummto4How do you design your own course? — July 20 2018, hollyhock2Making high school unique, non-traditional, speciality, out-of-the-box courses (kinds of courses, and ways of doing high school unconventionally) -- Nov 11 2017, sororityTell me things you do to give your high schooler a unique experience -- Jan 18 2016, SparklyUnicornOut-of-the-box high school courses — Jan 20 2018, hollyhock"Outside the box" for high school? — Jan 14 2014, swimmermom3What makes a course transcript-worthy? (see Sue in St Pete's response for a massive list of "output" ideas!) -- Dec 29 2014, Daria MOOC (Mass Open Online Courses)High school credit with a MOOC… bother to get a certificate or not? — Apr 13 2018, Alte Veste AcademyEdhesive courses: how do they work? — May 16 2018, alewife ======================== EXTRACURRICULARS activity ideasAdvice for extracurriculars (lots of ideas in the posts) -- Sept 25 2017, happy7What extracurricular activities for the high school years? -- May 24 2011, afuturestraderExtracurriculars for college-bound students -- Oct 31 2015, ReefgazerHigh school and extracurricular passions (how many? how to balance? how to decide?) -- Aug 12 2015, Woodland Mist AcademyHigh school socialization (activity ideas) -- Dec 7 2014, MommamiaDS is so, so lonely (activity & social suggestions for teens) -- Jan 4 2010, Osmosis mom specific extracurricularsExtracurricular activities for computer-obsessed introverted kid? -- Jan 25 2016, creek momBest recreational level extracurricular opportunities (suggestions for all ages) -- Mar 13 2017, maizeLow income people and extracurriculars (suggestions for all ages + ways of cutting costs) -- Oct 4 2012, shinyhappypeople extracurricular or elective?Electives vs extracurriculars (how to decide; how to track/keep records) -- May 11 2015, OneStepAtATimes/o Sporting activity as PE vs an Extracurricular — Oct 9 2017, lewelma specific questionsCongressional Award discussion — Jan 11 2017, Woodland Mist AcademyOnce your child hits middle school, does all the 'fun stuff' stop? (how gr. 7-12 are fun in new ways + ideas) -- Mar 12 2011, dancer67 ======================== OUTSOURCING Overview DiscussionsWhy outsource? (reasons for outsourcing high school, reasons for keeping high school at home) -- Sept 21 2015, TKDmomOutsourcing certain subjects (community college? local high school? tutor? online? and how to assess it?) -- July 30 2011, Jean in NewcastleWhat are/aren't you outsourcing right now? -- Mar 9 2016, theelfqueenHow much of your high school is outsourced? -- Sept 30 2015, PdriskellIs it possible to homeschool high school with little/no outsourcing? -- Apr 3 2017, EKTWoke with another thought to ponder re: outsourcing (anybody NOT outsource and do it all yourself?) -- June 7 2010, imeverywomanOutsourcing is the the BEST! -- Sept 1 2016, HilltopmomWhat to outsource?What do you outsource for high school? How? Why? (which subjects, what kind of outsourcing) -- Aug 20 2012, LuckymamaPlanning ahead -- outsourcing classes (what do you outsource? how? why?) -- Aug 26 2009, Jennifer in MIBy high school, how much of your DC's work are you outsourcing? (and how much does it cost?) -- Oct 24 2011, HappyGraceOutsourcing and online classes... best subject to start with and how many per child? -- July 12 2010, sadiegirlHow do you pick for outsourcing? (what to outsource?) -- July 22 2016, Janeways/o of a s/o: What have you outsourced? -- Feb 14 2015, Homeschool Mom in AZ Specific QuestionsOutsourcing most subjects vs. private school? -- Jan 27 2015, fast forwardS/O of Early College -- How do you decide when DC is ready for higher classes -- Mar 28 2013, dmmetlerStandards for outsourcing: when to drop a course? -- Oct 6 2015, Woodland Mist AcademyWith outsourcing do you create a weekly schedule? -- Sept 3 2017, momof2cowboys Outsourcing writing: what do you look for? -- Feb 17 2015, rbk mama Outsourcing: Suggested ClassesIdeas for outsourcing English (suggestions please!) -- Aug 27 2016, KassiaNeed ideas for outsourcing Writing (affordable; free; anything!) -- July 22 2016, SparklyUnicornOutsourcing math and sciences (specific suggestions?) -- Nov 5 2009, C_l_e_0_..Q_cNeed wisdom on science sequence & outsourcing (specific options/ideas) - Feb 19 2010, Handmaiden ======================== TUTORSvarious topicsIf you could hire a tutor, what would you farm out (and why?) -- Jan 18 2016, Wabi SabiShould I get him a tutor or is self-teaching curricula enough? (to tutor or not to tutor, how to decide) -- Jan 7 2009, momeeHow do I interview a tutor? (what to ask) -- Aug 1 2011, Jean in NewcastleIncluding a tutor-taught class on a transcript (how to indicate this) -- Feb 24 2012, Jean in NewcastleWhen do you "fire" an outside (music) tutor? (and how?) -- May 25 2015, sawFiring a tutor advice (how to terminate services) -- Mar 30 2016, waa510 costDo you tutor math? (what does it look like?) -- Feb 2 2018, athomeontheprairieIf you tutor, hire a tutor, or have tutored, what do you charge? (what to expect to pay) -- Aug 10 2017, JanewayCost of tutor? (for college classes) -- Oct 12 2017, Night ElfForeign Language tutor pricing -- July 6 2017, elah recommendations for specific subjects English/WritingBest online remedial English course or English tutor -- Aug 15 2016, ByGrace3Research Writing tutor service? Am I just dreaming? (lists some online tutors) -- June 10 2018, SunshineMom MathCan anyone recommend a good math tutor? -- Feb 5 2018, rlestinaHas anyone found a Skype math tutor? -- Nov 18 2017, madteaparty ScienceOnline chemistry tutor: any recommendations? -- Jan 28 2018, Kalypso Foreign LanguageSpanish tutor -- Sept 23 2017, MomOfOneFunOneOnline tutor for French -- Aug 25 2017, kathy_overmanFrench tutor recommendations, please -- Jan 23 2017, VirginiaMomof7Can anyone recommend a German Skype tutor? -- July 29 2017, madteapartyWhere do you find a Foreign Language tutor? -- Mar 24 2017, rjand6more ======================== ONLINE CLASSES Overview DiscussionsSo I suddenly have a almost 9th grader… please advise (about online classes) — May 13 2018, kwicklesPros and cons of online courses? -- April 8 2011, SunshineOnline classes: is the lecture time worth it? -- Jan 2 2016, OnMyOwnOnline classes and academic integrity -- Nov 19 2017, skimmomaCost of online classes -- Feb 10 2017, KendallHow much monitoring do you do of online classes? -- Jan 24 2017, sierramv1Nervous about online courses. Need encouragement (what about keeping up? tech glitches? taking time off?-- July 30 2016, JadeOrchidSongDo you find it's an issue when your kids take multiple online classes from different places? -- June 23 2016, Calming Teamaster listsMaster list of online classes (all grade levels) -- Feb 23 2017, OneStepAtATimeLive online classes (let’s make a list thread) — Feb 15 2016, jclintonForeign Language online classes (pinned/master compilation) -- Sept 30 2017, musicianmomLive online classes: what do you recommend? (lots of specific suggestions) -- Sept 22 2018, Rachel428 recommendations for specific online class needsLooking to outsource: need ideas to make it affordable -- Nov 11, 2017, diaper joysAre there any online classes that are actually free? -- Apr 14 2016, Prairie~PhloxOnline classes without chat boxes or other distractions? -- Aug 14 2018, pgrOnline high school live classes based on WEST coast -- Aug 24 2018, Calming TeaOnline AP classes thread (who offers these?) — Feb 13 2018, kathy_overmanOnline classes leading to AP Language and AP Literature -- Mar 4 2018, crazyforlatinOnline CLEP prep classes? -- Apr 3 2018, Matryoshkainfo / feedback on specific providersFlorida and FLVS (experiences?) — Feb 23 2018, LondonGeorgia Virtual School experiences anyone? (experiences?) — Feb 17, 2018, kokotgAny feedback about Online G3 classes? -- Sept 18 2018, summerreadingHas anyone tried Apologia Online Academy classes for Science? Opinions? -- July 12 2017, HappyGraceComputer Science online classes — Jan 29 2018, Woodland Mist AcademyMy online homeschool high school chemistry courses (announcing Clover Valley Chemistry) — Nov 26 2017, DicentraUnsolicited shout out to Jann in TX and her [online] math classes (My Homeschool Math classes) -- Aug 13 2012, momee tech topicsBest durable headphones for online classes? -- Aug 30 2018, Michelle CondeInternet satellite and online classes (experiences? how well does it work?) -- June 14 2018, mama mooseIf you do online classes and then experience technical problems, what do you do? Go to the library? -- Apr 17 2016, Dianne-TXx-post: PSA: check your child's online presence if they are taking an online class (to see if their name & photo have been posted without your permission) -- Oct 17, 2014, melmichigan ======================== CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOLS (and all-online or virtual schools) Overview DiscussionsOutsourcing most subjects vs. private school? -- 27 Jan 2015, fast forwardOnline Schooling -- thinking out loud (all online vs private school) -- 2 Feb 2015, mom acaciaIs there an objective way to know which online/distance high schools (will do a good job of preparing student for college) -- 31 July 2013, GretaConsidering correspondence school - red help in weighing options (New Zealand based option) -- 14 April 2015, lewelma Specific SchoolsAmerican School - Online/Current -- Dec 28 2015, Jennifer BogartStarting American School of Correspondence in 11th? -- 20 Nov 2015, journey00Can I get your course lineup for American School College Prep? -- 9 Feb 2014, Plum CrazyWhy has no one heard of Bridgeway Academy -- Apr 23 2010, Hunter's MoonKeystone? K-12? Online classes? -- May 11 2016, truebluefxNARHS (experiences?) -- Mar 8 2018, bluebonnetgirlClonlara vs HomeLifeAcademy -- July 30 2014, Dialectica? about Clonlara -- Oct 21 2013, freesia Requesting RecommendationsVirtual schools that you have used and recommend -- Feb 12 2014, MelenieWhat are the best accredited homeschool high schools? -- Apr 20 2014, Vida WinterRecord-Keeping accredited high schools -- Jan 9 2014, DonHomeschool ======================== DUAL ENROLLMENT (also Dual Credit, Concurrent College Enrollment) Overview DiscussionsDual Enrollment? (what is it? how to find out which schools offer it?) -- June 27 2012, sixglidesPlease help this mom... understand Dual Enrollment (concurrent enrollment, dual credit, etc) -- Aug 18 2008, nutmegDual Credit: sneaky way to get into university? -- May 21 2010, happygrrlDual Enrollment (considered equal to university??) -- Sept 15 2011, Teachin'MineEarning all those Dual Credits... (why take dual credit; how many credits transfer to university; etc.) -- May 29 2012, leslie in tx Pros and ConsTalk to me about Dual Enrollment (pros/cons; freshman vs transfer student status and scholarships) -- June 18, 2009, Mama LynxIf your child completed majority of high school through Dual Enrollment (pros and cons) -- Sept 11 2011, iluvmy4blessingsDual credits -- can anyone speak to the experience of these? (pros/cons; what to be aware of) -- Feb 19 2009, Sharon in SCPros and Cons of Dual Enrollment -- Aug 31 2008, Holly INCons to Dual Enrollment? (things to be aware of/take into consideration when considering DE) -- Feb 23 2013, TohruAre there any disadvantages to Dual Enrollment? -- Dec 3 2008, Nan in MassAre dual-enrollment programs over-promising? -- (transferability of credits to universities) -- Sept 9 2016, Rena Specific QuestionsDual enrollment in 8th grade? (experiences? pros/cons?) -- Apr 23 2016, Bluejay007How many college credits during high school (maximum allowable DE credits to maintain college freshman eligibility?) -- Oct 21, mom31257AP and Dual Enrollment — Jan 18 2018, Arch at HomeAnother Dual Enrollment question (earn AA degree before high school graduation? maximum allowable credits for transfer?) -- June 1 2017, JinnahCan a transfer student ever be a freshman? (discusses failing grades in DE, freshman vs transfer college status, appeal process, retroactive medical withdrawal) — Apr 30, 2017, DariaPros and cons of dropping a Dual Credit course? -- Sept 24 2011, Amy in TX“W” on college transcript? (withdrawing from a class pros/cons) -- Feb 20 2017, MorningGloryGirls and Dual Enrollment / early Community College (targeted for pick-up or harassment?) -- Mar 11 2018, Calming Tea Dual Enrollment vs Early Graduation and CollegeDual Enrollment? Or young college (better to stay in high school with all DE, or graduate early?) -- Aug 14 2017, Where's TotoEarly graduation question: Dual Enrollment vs. graduation -- June 21 2016, Treehouse AcademyQuestion about Dual Credit (pros/cons of why not graduate high school early and go to college vs dual enrollment) -- Jan 11 2011, ~Amanda~In high school and getting an AA degree (pros and cons; transferring afterwards; freshman vs transfer status) -- Oct 19 2018, crazyforlatinDual Enrollment - experiencesBlazing the trail for Dual Enrollment locally -- Oct 17 2017, RootAnnHow does Dual Enrollment work in your state/area? -- Apr 21 2016, DariaDual or Concurrent Enrollment (how does it work in your state: cost? free tuition option? credit limit?) -- Jan 27 2011, Heather in WIHas Community College / Dual Enrollment accomplished what you hoped for? -- Oct 9 2011, Miss MarpleOnline Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle (if interested in aeronautics/aviation) — May 21 2018, SeaConquestDual Enrollment - getting startedHere is a bit of advice about Community College classes (when/what to take; record keeping; transferring; + more topics) -- May 16 2012, Nan in MassPreparing for Community College science courses, dual enrollment (how to prepare for dual enrollment) -- Apr 17 2010, PegasusHow do you prepare you DC for PSEO (post secondary enrollment options -- dual enrollment) -- 6 April 2014, JadeOrchidSongDual Enrollment study (how to study/do DE -- tips & experience) — Oct 1 2017, Plum CrazyDual Enrollment - recommended classesGood first class to dual enroll in?— Mar 9 2018, Calming TeaFirst dual enrollment class (suggestions, and why) -- Feb 26 2016, ReefgazerDual Credit -- which classes? -- Apr 29 2012, crimsonkelleyDual Enrollment -- what type of classes did your students do or will do? (and why?) -- July 31 2008, TravelingChrisConcurrent enrollment question -- how do you decide (which classes, why) -- Jan 14 2009, Miss MarpleDual Enrollment - $$ topicsDual Enrollment and 529 plans -- Sept 18 2017, DonnaRunning out of financial aid due to DE? — Mar 11 2018, dmmetler"New" law: taxes, deductions and Dual Enrollment? -- Jan 4 2017, BlsdMamaFAFSA and Dual Enrollment -- Jan 1 2015, ThelmaLouTax question -- concurrent enrollment tuition credits (Amer. Ed. Credit or Lifetime Learning Credit for DE?) -- Jan 30 2012, HSmomNYDual Enrollment - how to count credits / GPAAwarding credits for college classes [taken] in high school — Feb 2 2018, RootAnnAwarding Dual Enrollment / high school credits on the transcript -- Jan 4 2018, KassiaQuestions about how to count Dual Enrollment -- May 10 2018, BusyMom5Some basic high school questions, please? (how much credit to award to dual enrollment courses) -- Mar 12 2017, madteapartyWeighted GPA for Dual Enrollment -- Feb 9 2016, GoldberryDual Enrollment grading -- Oct 11 2016, teacher mom2834 Community CollegesHow do you rate a local community college? -- 20 May, 2014, teeterbunchHow best to utilize "Rate My Professor" information? -- 18 May, 2023, cintinative-- end of page 5 links -- Edited May 23 by Lori D. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I love you - my anxiety level just dropped 20%. A thousand thank yous for taking time to link all of these! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Lori, I just want to say that you are amazing! I have had such trouble with the search engine on the new board. Apparently you have it mastered. What a kind and gracious soul you are! Jane 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Lori, I just want to say that you are amazing! I have had such trouble with the search engine on the new board. Apparently you have it mastered. What a kind and gracious soul you are! Jane Yes to all of the above. Sometimes I have better luck with Google pulling up a WTM thread than I do with the board's search engine/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Musicmom Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 WOW, just Wow! This is wonderful. You are awesome, Lori D.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 This just makes life so much easier. Thanks, Lori! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyontheFarm Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 I now have 100's of hours reading! Thank you for posting all these links! What a huge blessing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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justkeepswimming Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 :party: This is amazing! It's all in one spot! Yayyyy! Thank you! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 This is incredible. I started drafting an in progress transcript last night. Tinkered some more this morning. Chanting "I think I can I think I can" under my breath. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie of KY Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 Thanks so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemykids Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Great post! Subbing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrightmom Posted June 5, 2014 Share Posted June 5, 2014 Subbing. My word. :hurray: Lori, what a ministry/service to all of us out here in the trenches! AWESOME stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamima Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 This is a wonderful resource. I have one who graduated already but this will help me figure out where I messed up last time around :-) Thanks. shamima Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliceRoberts Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Wow. Now I know what I'm doing today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saraha Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirstin Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 Thank you for this thread. I'm up late tonight freaking out over this journey... and just found this. I've bookmarked it so I can study it. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 I wanted to add a recommendation for Homeschool Diploma.com . I just received ds's diploma. It's so gorgeous I teared up. I went with the option that used the wording "High School Diploma" and included our state. I also used the signature for administrator and date instead of parent, as someone reminded me parents don't generally sign a diploma, school officials do. It includes our school name and the cover is well done. It doesn't say anything about homeschooling and I did that specifically because ds is considering living/studying abroad and I wanted no one questioning the validity of his diploma should it need to be shown. There is few links listed here with questions about diplomas and international schools. Their shipping was quick and it was well packaged. I considered making my own, but would have needed to buy color ink and parchment paper. This probably cost only a few more dollars than that and includes a cover. I'll take a picture when I get it out again. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodland Mist Academy Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Thank you, once again, Lori. You saved me much angst this morning! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodland Mist Academy Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Here's a link to a thread with links to more threads. ? Common Application Master Thread 2018-2019 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori D. Posted September 2, 2018 Author Share Posted September 2, 2018 (edited) 43 minutes ago, Woodland Mist Academy said: Here's a link to a thread with links to more threads. ?Common Application Master Thread 2018-2019 Thanks Woodland Mist Academy! I'm in the process of re-vamping and updating the pinned threads at the top of the high school board, and hope to transfer all of the college topics into a big thread on the college board and request that it be pinned. So this saves a ton of effort, and I'll make sure that your thread is linked onto that thread! Edited September 2, 2018 by Lori D. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porridge Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 LoriD, how are you so awesome? Thanks! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori D. Posted December 9, 2020 Author Share Posted December 9, 2020 Bumping, to keep this thread "live" 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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