Jul. 27, 2009
Connections Academy
Hi, this is a post to help homeschool parents make an informed decision regarding theConnections Academy This is a virtual school that was started by the Houston Independent School District. It has obtained a new charter and permitted to expand to the entire state of Texas. But it is still a public school!
You will be required to take the state normed tests, and provide shot records. You may receive free items for study. But you will be considered to be a public schooler at home, not a homeschooler. in the purest sense. Also, if you are an HSLDA member, you will no longer qualify for that membership, as they require that at least half of the child's instruction be accomplished in the home with the parent.
I know that some folks will flinch with that opinion. However, I want you to be informed. I understand if you need to do this because of finances. However, having known families who have continued to homeschool through extreme financial challenges, I would have you ask yourself if the decision is one of convenience or of conviction.
So when you see this *academy* discussed on boards and lists, please say to yourself, this is a public school academy. |
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