You don’t have to be homeschooled to watch this ;) But this may be the most requested topic from you guys. I was homeschooled from ages 3 - 16, K-12th grade and loved it! Here’s why! #TheJamieGraceShow - Monday videos! jamiegrace.com
I am homeschooled!! YAY I absolutely LOVE being homeschooled, and I would not survive public school...just. no. You are so awesome Jamie, like seriously, your vallygirl voices are the best xD
I'm a homeschool mom, and I have to agree with your mom's reason for homeschooling (and one of your reasons that you liked it). I love spending time with my children, and I never want to miss a minute! I don't think I will get rid of my daughter either, but that's a good thing :) Thanks for sharing this!
Whoop whoop! Power to the homeschoolers!! I'm homeschooled and LOVE it. I will definitely homeschool my kids when the time comes. I'm so glad that I don't have to live in public school and go through all those trials. I am SOOO blessed. And EVERYTHING you said is so true! (Especially abt co ops)
+Jamie Grace I never get tired of your viedos! Your so funny! I'm still in school and I am homeschooled and my least favorite subjects are science and history only sometimes I like math😄😄
I'm only 14 but I'm definitely without fail home school my kids. Because I know my parents don't know half the stuff I face as a Christian at school and so awful stuff I learn from over hearing conversations. Swearing and dirty talk I really want to protect my future kids from that. I don't want to be the mum who only knows on side of their child's life.
That's one reason I like being homeschooled. I can hang out with my family and friends from church homeschooling groups things(co-ops I guess). Remember to stay strong and shine for Jesus!
+Rosie Surtees I homeschool my son, but please don't imply that parents who don't homeschool don't know their entire child. Both education choices can be positive or negative.
Wow how mature of you. God bless n keep you. i pray you find a loving and supportive spouse to help see your goals through. I agree with you. I homeschool my kids partly based on what Ive experienced and seen at school. kudos to you!!
Homeschooled K-12th, I also loved it! I wasn't one of those "super"-homeschoolers with all the activities, though... I usually felt inadequate compared to the types of things JG mentioned here! I really hope to homeschool my own kids someday, which sounds terrifying because I know firsthand how hard it is. (Also why is "homeschool" not recognized by spellcheck as a word??? We are not that much of an oddity in the world! :P )
I was homeschooled for my whole live with the exception of 5th grade, and I did online school for 10th- 12th grade. In those online school year I basically taught myself, but I had teachers i could email for help. I am in college now, but I loved being homeschooled. I wouldn't trade that time for anything. My mom and I are super close, and I am not a morning person so sleeping in a little every day was amazing! :)
I wasn't homeschooled exactly but I did finish high school online full time. I'm doing college online this year too. I just like it, less anxiety and it's a lot easier on me. I like being responsible for myself... Just allows me to go as I want.
Ive been begging my mom for years to let me take online classes but she won't. But I am gonna take summer online classes so I can graduate early that was her compromise😂
Hannah Fehrenbach My parents were hesitant at first but when my grades bumped from Ds to As they were sold. Who knows maybe if she sees how great you're doing with the summer courses you could maybe switch to full time!
I am a homeschooled Christian and I feel like I don't fit in anywhere. At church everything is like, oh did you hear that new Toby Mac song? Oh yeah it was so good! Then about five months ago I joined a gymnastics team and it was suddenly welcome to the real world! "Oh my gosh Justin Timberlake is so cute! Who doesn't love Ed Sheeran?" And I'm just saying "who?" that is like the story of my life outside of church but whatever. This one time they were showing me a picture of Justine Timberlake (Seriously though, who are these guys?!) but anyway he wasn't wearing a shirt and I said: "why does he have no shirt on?" to which they said "because he's hot." I am actually really glad I'm not that shallow when it comes to boys.
Rising Stars aw that's OK. Honestly I was like that before I met Jesus (obsessed with celebrities) and He is the only Good thing I have. Seriously Jesus's love is so good! Nothing of this world fulfills, just Him
Hey I am also a Christian and homeschooled and I know how you feel. But tbh, I feel like school kids are brainwashed at school. I'd much rather stand out and be different for God than fit In if you get. Just wanted to encourage you that it's OK to be different x God bless x
Aww I laughed at the last part. Just stay true to who you are in christ. You're not missing out on much!! And it's okay to not keep up with the latest things. Be in tune with being around people and being an observer than joining the convo. Get comfortable with it and you'll be fine. Jesus will give you peace in those times to be okay with yourself in them xo
dude, when you posted this, I was at my homeschool co-op and was like "Jamie Grace just posted a video about homeschooling!" and one of the girls I'm friends with was like "wait, she was homeschooled? that's awesome!!" it was just a cool moment. oh yeah, in went to a homeschool prom. I didn't like it that much XD I'm an introvert
I love being homeschooled, my mom has homeschooled all 8 of my siblings including me, but once we get to 6th grade we kinda just do our school by ourselves all the way up until we graduate. I play sports with a school in our county, and I have a lot of friends that are in the public school.
I unfortunately I hated being homeschooled lol! The only thing that I probably liked about it was the fact that you can work it around your interests like you said. I am an actress so it was nice being able to work on acting as much as I needed too. But I also hated being at home all the time. And unlike you, me and my mom do not get along at all, and I feel like its probably because I was around her too much growing up. I am 21 now, so I've been done for awhile, but if it were up to me I probably would have went to public or private school. And it has also affected college for me. I have not been able to attend college like a normal person, or like I wish I could, because I don't have the proper education that I need. By being homeschooled I was held back a lot.....But people were often surprised when I told them I was homeschooled, they say I don't look or act like a homeschooler lol. I just totally wrote you a book in your comments. Haha. Oops.
I'm also homeschooled, and I'm in seventh grade. It's fun because we get to do projects we wouldn't get to do normally, and I get to go to American Heritage Girls, which is a Christian form of girl scouts. And also because I can work on my AGSMs (American Girl stop motions) and take pictures of my dolls. NEVER TOO OLD FOR DOLLS!! (Sorry. I had to. :P)
Thanks for sharing Jamie Grace ...My Daughter is 7 and loves, loves, loves your music!!! We homeschool and boy after today we needed to hear this.. Some days are just tough! Thank you for shining your light for Jesus!! When are you coming to Canada's Nations Capital Ottawa??? We would love to see you in concert!!! Bless you
I was in a Christian private school for 4 years then did homeschool for 3 years then went to public school for 2 years and now this is my 2nd year of being homeschooled again
I love this! I was homeschooled all the way through high school and loved it. Everything you said was positive was true for me too. Now that I'm in college, I love the different school experience in the classroom, but I'm also thankful how homeschooling prepared me for it.
I love that you made a video about this. I was not homeschooled but we homeschool our children. I shared your video with the teenage daughter in hopes of encouraging her and letting her listen to your insight. Thanks Jamie Grace!
Thank you so much for this video! I am homeschooling my kids. This is my first year and I was so nervous. It was a decision that was prayed about for a long time because I didn't want my kids to grow up and resent me for choosing homeschool for them. You are such a huge inspiration not only to young girls but us mom's as well! Thank you for using your God given talents for His glory. You are a precious person! The very end of this video is my favorite....where you mama says she just wanted to spend as much time as possible with you......that is exactly word for word why I chose to homeschool my kids! God bless you sweet lady!!
You did a great job explaining what homeschooling is all about!! I've homeschooled my kids from birth through 12th grade and have loved being with them so much! We enjoyed your video! God bless you!
I love this video. I am currently in my first year of homeschooling my little girl. It is so encouraging to hear you say that you would homeschool your children.
Love this! I'm a homeschooled aspiring actress and my mom is the same way with helping to intertwine my hobbies and passions into schoolwork and it's amazing! It's also allowed me to have a job with flexible hours and so much more! Thank you for being such an inspiration! ❤️☺
I I have been homeschooled for only 2 years but it feels like it's been a lot longer . I LOVE homeschool but my mom and dad are sending me back in to public school for at least 6-8 grade.I have mixed feeling I'm excited but nervous ,happy to make some new friends but sad to leave homeschool 😦 plz pray that I will do fine in public school God bless
Jamie thanks so much for sharing your story! I am also homeschooled (I'm in my last year) and have been from kindergarten all the way to my senior year. I'm glad to find someone else who loves it as well!
I went to public and magnet school until the middle of ninth grade and now I am educated with an online homeschool from k12 and I love it so much more because I suffer from social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, major depression, adhd, and ibs, and it helps to not be around lots of people, triggers, and judgement, and to be able to work on a flexible schedule and to go to the bathroom whenever necessary. I think it is wonderful someone as amazing as you was homeschooled!
Thank you for sharing your perspective Jamie. Like your mom, I gave up my original career to worldschool my children (ages 1, 6, and 8). I cannot imagine my life without my little people masterminding by my side. They teach me so much, and love the homeschooling/worldschooling experience my husband and I provide. Your rave review of your experience gives me hope that my children will continue to be most pleased with the path we have chosen as a family. God bless you radiant star!
I have always wanted to be homeschooled for the exact reasons you said you loved it. I'm in public school and I think I'll have my kids learn in public school as well because of all the different types of people you meet and have to deal with and the different teachers and types of teaching you have to get used to and learn how to learn.
I know this video is 3 years old but I just came to your channel through Shawn (though I’ve been a fan since You Lead). This is a topic I’m currently wrestling with. My husband and i have a two and a half year old son. I have been a Christian my whole life and personally went to public school. I got a great education but at a price. My insecurities were awful because of my peers (coupled with my sinful nature). I appreciate you genuinely and honestly going through your homeschool experience. I never thought I would consider it until I had my own kids (I also was an Algebra teacher at a public school until having my son). Now I see the benefits especially knowing first hand how public schools are leaning and teaching. Thank you for this video! 🙂
Thankssss for you honest input . This has encourage me as a Mother , as I've never really had much peace with sending my baby to school .. I will pray on it though . Your Mother was truly a blessing , I'm sure every kid needs that intimate time with their parents. It's hard trying to provide so much that by the time we get home to them we are so tired that we don't get to do much but get them ready for the next day .
I've been homeschooled ever since I started school. And I love it. Yes! I plan on homeschooling my future-kids too. It's so nice being able to work with your schedule and take vacations!!
This is great! I've been homeschooled kindergarten through 12th grade too! We started out in NC then moved to the Houston, TX area and BOY, what a great place to be homeschooling! My mom was a big time accountant and I'm so glad that she valued spending time teaching me a biblical world view at home and allowing me to grow as an individual.I can identify with you about the independence factor as you get older as a homeschooler; I have always been a fast learner and studious in comprehension so I'd been essentially "teaching myself" since 7th or 8th grade. I also participated in NUMEROUS homeschool groups and co-ops and would typically take 2-3 classes a year at those places as well, so it wasn't ALL "at home" as most people think... ;)I also participated a lot in community theatre and sports programs, in addition to homeschool groups, which is where I made some of my friends.On the preparedness for lectures in college thing, I find that dual credit classes (where available and if you're mature enough for them) are a great way to transition to a full-time university. By taking 2-3 of those classes a semester for my junior and senior year, I was not only able to gain enough credits to complete one year of college, but that also allowed me to make my college schedule so that I could essentially "replace" those core classes with some prereqs I wanted to complete during my undergrad so I could get my Masters in Occupational Therapy. Meaning, I still went into college as a freshman, got my prereq classes done for OT school, and didn't have to extend my graduation time or do classes over the summer. Super neat, if you ask me! And I graduated high school at 17... ;)To answer your questions: I definitely plan on homeschooling my kids when I have some! I don't really think I would change anything about my homeschooling experience. My mom was superb at researching so we always had PLENTY of resources and groups and activities (I can't tell you how many different things I have done...!). I honestly am so thankful my mom gave me the opportunity to try so many things and then pursue the ones I wanted! For example, I'm not a super amazing singer, but I enjoy musical theatre very much and my mom allowed me to do that all through high school. Now in college, I know that God is leading me to do something else as a career, but I still audition and perform in shows in the community and on campus! Another not on my mom: even BEFORE we moved, she joined online homeschool groups in Houston and got 8-year-old-me a E-pal (like a pen pal, but through email)! That was very important to me because I hated leaving my friends but it really helped me settle into the new environment, so I'm very thankful that my mom did that, OTHERWISE, I might be saying that's what I would change about my homeschooling experience. ;)
I just finished homeschooling, but I was in a charter school before that so I had a difficult time, but you just encouraged me.I love your songs thanks so much Ms. Jamie :)
I was home schooled my entire life until I got to college as well. I'm about to graduate which is great, but I definitely miss home school!! I miss having time with my family and just at home being able to get homie things done while doing school. Now it's like I'm at school allll day and get home late, study all night, wake up early and do it all over again. I miss the home time. Homeschool built such a strong foundation for me as a person. It was a beautiful time of life (: I'm beyond blessed to have a mom who was dedicated to teach & I'm happy I got to gain so much knowledge during those years. It's cool that you were home schooled! What a great experience, especially with your music.
My husband and oldest son convinced me to try home schooling. So thankful we did. It provided a great opportunity for me to be a part of my older children's lives. We did co-ops and delight-directed studies as well. Loved it! It wasn't easy living on one income (I, too left an amazing career), but God provided. We also tried and enjoyed private Christian education. Now some of my kiddos are in public school and it had it's pluses and minuses. I wish we could have kept home schooling, but God's grace is sufficient. May all parents faithfully follow God's leading for their family in each season. Thanks for being such a source of encouragement!!
Hey Jamie! Thanks for sharing this. I left my job three years ago, just to homeschool my son. Now I have another son, and he is also being homeschooled. I fully agree with your mother in addition to the fact that I am not in agreement with how the education system runs. (in general, not just in my country) Our daughter is still in 'the system', and I think she copes with it well, most times anyway. I have seen my elder son continuously blossom, and that's just wonderful. The younger is only 3, and he is way ahead of the status quo for his age. With homeschooling, the struggles are 'real', but the blessings CANNOT be surpassed. I do not regret my decision to start. :)
Sweet story! Been homeschooled my whole life! I have taken classes here and there though. I dance and act so having the freedom to explore those artistic outlets is a blessing. My co op was a good place when I was younger but once I got older we quit. There was not a great outreach there for older kids and my parents already work at church(my dad is a pastor). Being in ministry at my church was a HUGE part of my life even when my dad was not preaching. Homeschooling let me grow spiritually and be guided by my parents that way. :)
I've been homeschooled since kindergarten and now I'm a senior! I think that's so cool that's how it was for you, too! :) I love it and have loved it all these years. It's been a huge blessing in my life and I know it's definitely a privilege. :)
I appreciate your take on homeschooling. I was a teacher for 10 years and decided to quit so I could home school my kids. It's been the best decision I could ever make. I really hope that both o my girls are as poised as you when they grow up.
Born again Christian and homeschool teacher newbie to one amazing 5 year old gentleman. You cleared up so much anxiety in the first 7 seconds! I will NEVER worry about sun or friends after today, 😂 haha! Once again, you have given me confidence and most importantly, confirmation. THANK YOU and I love you girl. You have inspired me on so many different days, KEEP GOING! ❤️Just Jayda PS Good job to your mom, she rocks! I owe her everything, without her I would of never found you!
Hi Jamie! Thanks for making this video. It was super encouraging to watch. The Lord kindly gave us the grace to homeschool our oldest K-12 with the help of co-op, a homeschool music school, private lessons, and even an online class through HSLDA Prep Academy. We are also grateful for the support of our local Christian homeschool support group. Currently we are still homeschooling our middle and youngest and the end is near with the high school years upon us. It's been a great journey, Glory to God!
I enjoyed being homeschooled when I was a kid ( about 8 years total). I never heard of the term co ops for homeschoolers, but I was a part of several large homeschooling groups who would meet together once a week for park days, field trips, or other extracurricular or academic activities. We even had a year book each year for our group. It was nice that many of us attended the same church as well, and definitely fun to grow up together. I think my favorite part of homeschooling was the freedom it gave. I had a lot more freetime than when I did attend schools, because I could get the school work done then move on to other adventures. If I ever have children it would be awesome to be blessed to be able to homeschool them, but I know that it doesn't always work out as an option. I did also enjoy attending private christian schools most of the years that I attended those. I think there are definitely pros an cons to different schooling options.
So happy that you mentioned co-op! My mom runs one in my state, it's so hard to explain how we have friends and socialize. Thank you for this video, Jamie!
I'm homeschooled and I love this! I've always wanted to learn about you being homeschooled for awhile. I used to do co-ops and they are AMAAAZZIING but we moved when I was 8 and the ones here aren't as great so we tried tried hem for awhile and then eventually we stopped, so it's a bit harder to meet people but church and youth group helps.
I was homeschooled all the way through too and I can't say I had the best experience with it, but I know it produced some good qualities in my life, like you said about being independent in college. I also would love to homeschool my kids if I could, I love teaching, so it is something I would love to do!
I'm homeschooled too. There has never been a time in my life where I wish I was in public school. I love being homeschooled there's so many perks to it. Thanks for making this video, I loved it! 😊
This is our second year of homeschooling. My kids are 9, 11, and 13. They love it and don't want to go back to public school life. The flexibility is wonderful and you can't beat one on one attention and teaching.
Homeschooling has changed my life!! I couldn't bear going to public school. I'm going into high school next fall & in my program this year we have been doing collage level logic! It is very challenging but is worth it in every way! It is such a blessing.
Ah Jamie. You crack me up. I too was homeschooled. From 9th-12th grade. My mom took me out of public school when she noticed I was hanging around a not-so-good crowd of rebellion in middle school. I believe that it helped me realize God's love for me as I was in a downward spiral of depression and self loathing in middle school. Out of all the classes I had, I think Bible studies ended up being my favorite class looking back. I learned so much and after I gave my heart to Jesus FULLY when I was 15, I grew to appreciate what I was learning. Yes, it was hard, but I wouldn't change it. :) -Jessi
I am a homeschooler! I am currently in my senior year. I'm also going to a local college and I'm currently doing dual credit so I am getting A LOT done super early and it's super awesome. I love that you're homeschooled too! It's so great! :D
I homeschool my children Lily 10 and Silas 5. We love it and are so blessed to be on this journey together! Lily is your biggest fan Jamie, and loves that you were homeschooled too! 😊 💝
I was home schooled all my life too! I also went to some Co-ops as well! I honestly loved it! Growing up and being asked why I didn't go to regular school always bothered me because it made me feel different, but I wouldn't change any of it. I got to learn about Jesus while I did school and it definitely helped me learn self discipline which comes in handy for my college classes! all in all, I loved it and if I am blessed with kids of my own someday I would love to homeschool them!
Love this video! I actually went to public school all but one year but I'm planning on homeschooling my kids whenever I have any. My mom was a single parent and just didn't have time to work and homeschool all three of us kids. But I can't wait to homeschool mine, I love to teach and like your mother, I want to spend that extra time with my kids.
Hi Jamie! we have the same middle name so I'm pumped about that! I am also home schooled. And always have been. I plan on being a musician to and will also graduate high school young. The one thing I dislike about being home schooled is that where we live don't there don't seem to be many co-ops. but God had still definitely blessed me with some amazing friends. love you💟
I went to a private christian school through 3rd grade, then was homeschooled through high school. We now homeshool our kids. Loved being homeschooled and LOVE being home with my kids as well!
I'm homeschooled too!!!!!! I take ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and pointe dance class, horseback riding lessons, and I'm beginning to play the violin. I have a ton of siblings too, so I'm never alone!!! Jamie, you're even awesome-er to me now!!!!!!
I am homeschooled, i attend a co-op and i LOVE it! i hope to be able to homeschool my kiddos when im an adult and married and all that good stuff. thank you so much for doing this video @jamieGrace
I'm homeschooled!!! And I love having Co-op classes. In my homeschool group UCHS we have a "prom" but we call it a banquet. It's super formal and you're not allowed to have a "date". We dance old fashion dances like the Virginia reel and all kinds of other ones. It's super fun! I love your videos, Jamie! You are awesome.
first of all I just discovered your channel today and I have to say that you are stinkin adorable. secondly, I was public schooled and didn't have any problems with it until after I graduated and started to think about my educational history a little more critically. I always did well in school, but I didn't realize until later how much I was just breezing through without having to put in a lot of work. When I got to college everything got a lot harder and had some major struggles with self discipline because I'd never really had to STUDY. I plan to homeschool my kids. For one thing, I feel like I as parent will know them and their strengths and weaknesses better than a teacher who's never met them before and that I'll be able to give them a better educational experience. Plus public schools are in the government's pocket and that is increasingly troubling... I don't want the gov't controlling what my kids are taught. Nope. I want them to be free to express their beliefs and incorporate them into what they learn. Thanks for this vid! It's fun to hear what you had to say about your experience.
Hey, I was private schooled K-6th and am in online school since 7th (I'm in 8th). My online school is like a regular school except online, but so much of it is just like home school. I really like it and it's fun and I'm glad you made this video. Love your music!
HOMESCHOOL! 12 years of homeschool for me. Glad to have the experiences, but also happy to be graduating in the spring haha. But overall, homeschooling is DA BOMB. And thank you, Jamie Grace, for really showing the world how nerdy and geeky us homeschoolers are. Nobody will find us to be normal now.... but that's okay because we were never really "normal" to begin with. ;)
Thank you so much for this! This is my 1st year homeschooling my 3 kids after pulling them from Christian school. It's a challenge getting them to focus and get used to the new routine ... My daughter LOVEs you and I can't wait to show them all this in the morning! Did you have any favorite curriculum's or did you guys do more of the eclectic thing? If your mama has any advice it'd be awesome to see something from her! Does she have a blog?
I was always in a public schools and, to be honest, knowing somethings can cause some ups and downs, but i didn't have the luxury others had. I do wish that I had tried homeschooling at one point and my school experiences weren't so bad to the point where I had to decide that I needed to find another alternative. Your experiences make you stronger and God only gives you situations that he believes you can handle.
Thank you Jamie Grace for sharing your wisdom. You're a great speaker!..And I love your style. I think you have a very unique way of dressing. Can you please share with us more of your style of clothing or tell us more of where you buy your clothes?
I'm both home schooled and public schooled. I get the best of both worlds. I go to the school building on Monday and Tuesday and then do school at home on Wednesday-Friday. Have really nice and fair teachers. Before I went this school I was homeschooled.
I'm also homeschooled and I'm so glad I have been. I want to homeschool my future kids too x also all your points about homeschooling are soooo true. I can totally relate to everything you said! So many ppl don't understand homeschooling so I'm so glad you did this video., :)
My mom started homeschooling me in 5th grade and homeschooled me until I graduated high school! I also went on to college, got a degree, worked for a few years, and I'm now a stay at home mom! I am now in my second year of homeschooling my son (he's 7)! I loved being homeschooled, and I enjoy homeschooling my son!!
Well, my story is a little confusing...so since my dad was (is) a pastor, I went to a Christian school from kindergarten through 3rd grade..then we moved across the country from Georgia to California and I was homeschooled for a year, no offense but I did not like it at all, but a lot of it was because 1) my mom was NOT the teaching type, 2) I was (still am) dyslexic/ADHD...then we moved back to Georgia after 6 months and continued homeschooling until the new school year started, then I went to the worst possible elementary school for my 5th grade year. For my 6th and 7th grade years, I went to a private Christian school and LOVED it, but it was still a challenge for me with my ADHD/dyslexia.. We moved to a different part of Georgia after that and I went my last year of middle school in public school, and I'm currently a freshman in a public high school because we can't afford for me to go to a private school.. I DEFINITELY plan to homeschool my kids though...wow that was long 😊
