Homeschooling is a dirty word around here (long island, ny). its really really just not done. I found a yahoo group but it has about 10 members, and seems to be a religious choice, which doesn't fit at all for us..But it really appeals to me and our situation. I see it mentioned so often here it just has really peaked my curiosity. i've tried to find out more about it as a "cultural pheonomenon" but most things i've found are very specific about people already doing it, not the trend as a whole.

i am really curious about where its most popular and how many homeschoolers there are. Is there a state/area thats considered really supportive of it compared to others, where its considered mainstreem? We are possibly relocating in the next few years and want to have this info in mind.

irene