Homeschooling in New Mexico
Hi, my name is Carol, and I am the New Mexico state representative for Time4Learning!
I am a mom of 2 sensational daughters ages 11 and 9. I have homeschooled them all their schooling years so far. We have evolved so much and continue to when needed.
New Mexico is an Easy State to Homeschool In
Legal disclaimer.This section is one family’s story and how they meet the mandatory school attendance laws in New Mexico. It is not intended and should not be used as definitive legal advice. In most states, parents find a variety of legal methods to pursue the educational approach that they prefer for their child.
If you have more questions about homeschooling in Alabama, or want to learn more about our experiences in the state, you can find me in the New Mexico State Forum. |
New Mexico is probably the easiest state to homeschool in. Every year it seems that groups and events catering to homeschoolers grow.
To fulfill the basic legal requirements for NM, you must have at least a high school diploma or its equivalent. You must also notify the state superintendent of intent to homeschool within 30 days of the establishment of the homeschool and by April 1st of each year. There is a website and simple form to submit this.
To find out more about the legal requirements of homeschooling in New Mexico, visit one of these sites: New Mexico Homeschool Legal Requirement by HSDLA (Homeschool Legal Defense Association); Home-Ed Magazine’s NM resource page -with information, articles, and state-specific resources; and info on Home Education in New Mexico by Ann Zeise; New Mexico Public Education Dept..
My Favorite Sources For Support and Resources
We are involved in both local and state homeschool support groups. Usually local groups ask for new members to attend at least one activity per month for the first 2 months. They encourage all new members to get actively involved from the beginning, so new members are welcome to arrange activities, classes and outings. I, of course plan something that my girls will enjoy as every other parent does for their own children that way there is something for every age. So there is a fruitful of activities to choose from.
Other sites that I recommend for local and state info are:
I Love the Flexibility of Homeschool
I definitely love the flexibility of homeschool. I start my day of school any where between 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. My daughters have a spreadsheet of what they need to do every day in Time4Learning (for an example 2 lesson activities in math, 2 in social studies, etc) This way I don’t have to be right there in order for them to start school. They work well independently, but I will sit down beside them on subjects I know they need extra help with. We have two computers in the household so they do work simultaneously. With my girls so close in age, we usually have them do science projects together. My husband or I will take them to the library to do their research. Their school day ends usually around lunch time. Both girls are in extracurriculars with other homeschoolers.
Using Time4Learning For Homeschool
Time4Learning is used by homeschool parents both as a primary curriculum and as a supplemental program to other materials such as Saxon, Alpha Omega, Five in a Row and A Beka. Some of the features that make Time4Learning so successful include:
Time4Learning appeals to a wide range of learning styles. Our online learning materials are especially well-suited to children who are visual or kinesthetic learners. These children can take advantage of Time4Learning's interactive, multi-media materials.
Children like using the computer to learn. It's a convenient, interactive homeschool resource that provides a welcome change each day to paper-and-pencil workbooks and textbook-based lessons.
Parents like that it tracks progress and helps children advance by clearly presenting and reinforcing the each lesson.
Time4Learning's self-paced, modularized lesson plans allow you to move forward and back through the materials whenever you want. You can skip lessons that teach concepts your child has already mastered and repeat those he or she has not. The choice is yours. With Time4Learning, you are always in control.
Time4Learning is proven effective with homeschoolers, has a low monthly price, is easy-to-use, and provides a money-back guarantee so you can make sure that it works for your children, risk free! Sign up for Time4Learning as part of your overall homeschool program.
If you have any more questions or comments about homeschooling in New Mexico, why not contact me on the New Mexico Parent Forum.
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