Homeschool World Forum

Maybe they will be motivated by statistics? I give out a brochure at my seminar filled with statistics from HSLDA. You can view the brochure online here:
http://www.hslda.org/docs/study/comp200 ... vement.pdf

It may help to actually give them answers to the questions they have. They may be worried about Prom (there are homeschool dances) socialization (they don't have to give up their friends, and they'll make more and have more time to enjoy their friends.) What about college - homeschoolers go to college and get good scholarships all the time. And they may not think of the benefits, like choosing electives they REALLY want to learn, and studying core subjects in a way that interests them.

It can also help to start with a schedule that is FUN. Schedule some plays, museums, or PE activities each week, so they can see the fun side of it.

I hope that helps,
Blessings,
Lee

Are you willing to let the older ones study topics of interest to them and forgo some other classes? As children get older, their studies should get more specialized toward preparing them for their future career. This may be attractive for them. You may want to try at least 8 weeks of transition time to get them out of the "school" mode. Let them spend time learning about their hobbies and interests, even pursuing an apprenticeship if that's appropriate. If you let them see that homeschooling will give them time to pursue what excites them, and make it possible for them to do so, you'll convert them pretty quickly.
What are their objections to homeschooling? Are there other homeschool teens in your area that you can get together with? Hearing from kids their own age will go a long way toward helping your cause
Sue
CLSR/MA