In this episode of the Christian Principlas Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll engage with Lori Coblentz, principal at Frederick Christian Academy, to discuss the dynamics of homeschooling and its integration with Christian education. They explore the independent nature of homeschoolers, the structure of FCA's homeschool program, curriculum review processes, and the importance of accountability. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by homeschool families, the financial aspects of the program, and the positive outcomes of partnerships between schools and homeschoolers. The Christian Administrator Spotlight shines on Pastor Jared Page of Fourth Baptist Christian School in Plymouth, MN.TAKEAWAYSHomeschoolers are often independent learners with specific reasons for their educational choices.Frederick Christian Academy has a well-structured homeschool partnership program.Curriculum review meetings are essential for ensuring high school credit-worthy education.Balancing responsibilities as a homeschool coordinator requires effective delegation and organization.Participation in school activities is encouraged for homeschool students, fostering inclusion.Clear expectations and guidelines help manage homeschool family integration into school programs.Financial structures in place help maintain commitment from families in the homeschool program.Homeschool students can participate in standardized testing through the school.Building strong relationships with homeschool families can lead to long-term partnerships.The success of the program is reflected in the positive experiences of students transitioning to full-time enrollment.SOUND BITES"We want to work together with these families.""They're not slippery. They're independent."CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Homeschooling Perspectives02:41 Understanding the Independent Nature of Homeschoolers05:39 Frederick Christian Academy's Homeschool Program Overview08:30 Curriculum Review and Student Accountability11:34 Balancing Responsibilities as a Homeschool Coordinator14:39 Participation and Integration of Homeschoolers in School Activities17:37 Challenges and Expectations for Homeschool Families20:30 Financial Structure of the Homeschool Program23:40 Final Thoughts on Homeschooling and Future ProspectsKEYWORDSChristian Principlas Podcast, podcasting, education, Christian education, community engagement, listener feedback, homeschool, homeschoolers, enrollment growth, Christian administratorsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianPrincipalsPodcastInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cprincipalspod/⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: [email protected]: www.christianprincipalspodcast.comX: @CPrincipalsPod LinkedIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/christian-principals-podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.herzogfoundation.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠to learn more about what the Herzog Foundation provides for YOUR Christian School!

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