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I am so tired anymore, but I will revisit this after spring break.

In CO, we are allowed to partial homeschool. My daughter would take the CSAP (state test), which would benefit the school district. My husband and I are discussing this option.

A few years ago, I subbed at the high school. I do not want her taking courses from coaches. We are so far away from other schools with no limits on sport activities. Therefore, coaches take many days off to play in another town while subs mostly "teach" the class. This leads to mayhem in the classroom and really boring work - definition worksheets mostly. My daughter has a difficult time completing these without complaining.

As a GT student, I should have some flexibility in this and have her take some courses at our community college. She has already placed out of high school reading/writing so she can take language arts courses there.

Yes, that sounds like a fantastic solution for her if it will work for your family!

I mentioned the virtual school option because I know that actual homeschooling is just not feasible for many families. In our state, it's all or nothing with the local schools; you're either in or you're not. It's a real pain. We're chosen "not" but it does mean that my DD can't do art or music in a school environment, which makes me a little wistful for her. I wish more states would allow partial homeschooling.


I have to say, I am not very compliant about "form-filling" activities either... so her complaints about it don't strike me as being out of line. More like honest and realistic.