High school is a time of academic rigor, future planning, and personal growth. SchoolhouseTeachers.com is here to guide families as they support their teens in preparing for the world beyond high school, whether it’s college, a career, or other paths. Our High School and Beyond pathway offers advanced courses, practical life skills, and a range of tools that equip teens to take on adulthood with confidence and purpose.
Come for the college-prep courses … stay for the scholarship-ready students.
STEP 1: Access Advanced Academics and Specialized Tracks
SchoolhouseTeachers.com offers a robust selection of high school courses and resources that allow students to master complex concepts, build critical thinking skills, and explore potential career paths. With courses in core subjects and specialized tracks, you can ensure your teen is prepared for both college and career.
Here are some of the advanced courses available for high school students:
- Algebra 2 and Trigonometry: Build on foundational math concepts, preparing students for advanced mathematics and college entrance exams.
- Advanced Chemistry: Covers essential chemistry topics, complete with video explanations and lab demonstrations to help students develop scientific knowledge and analytical skills.
- Worldviews in Literature: Analyzes classic and contemporary works, encouraging students to expand their global perspective through literature.
- American Government and Free Market Economics: Social studies courses that provide an understanding of government structures, civic responsibility, and economic principles.
With this comprehensive curriculum, high schoolers can complete all their academic requirements and pursue specialized interests that might shape their future.
STEP 2: Prepare for Life beyond High School with Essential Skills
High school is about more than academics; it’s also a time to prepare for the responsibilities of adulthood. SchoolhouseTeachers.com provides life skills courses that equip teens with practical knowledge for managing finances, making career choices, and maintaining physical and mental well-being.
Our practical skills courses include:
- Money 101: A course that covers budgeting, saving, investing, and understanding credit to prepare students for financial independence.
- Family Fitness: Focuses on physical fitness, nutrition, and emotional well-being, empowering students to make healthy choices.
- High School Home Economics: An important step toward adulthood.
- Apologetics: Creation vs. Evolution: Helps students know why they believe what they believe.
- College Choice Guidance: A four-year guide to making the transition from high school to college.
Our job readiness courses include:
- How to Write a Resume: Teaches students to present themselves well on paper.
- Writing: College Admission Essay: Step-by-step guidance for crafting a solid essay that will stand out in a college application.
- Internet Entrepreneurship for Teens: Shows students how to start their own business online.
- How to Use Microsoft Word: Beyond the Basics: Master the art of making professional-looking documents for business, college, and beyond.
- What’s Next: Discovering God’s Will for Your Life: Learn to acknowledge God and let Him direct your paths (Proverbs 3:6).
These courses teach real-world skills, helping students navigate adult life with confidence and maturity. Additionally, the Life Skills section of the World Book Discover Library teaches multiple skills, including interviewing and workplace etiquette (see Stepping into the Working World), giving teens a foundation for future employment.
STEP 3: Track Progress and Meet Graduation Requirements
Navigating high school graduation requirements can feel daunting, but SchoolhouseTeachers.com provides the tools and guidance you need to stay organized and ensure your student is on track. Our platform supports parents with resources to meet credit requirements, plan for college or career readiness, and document academic achievements.
SchoolhouseTeachers.com makes recordkeeping straightforward, offering tools that help parents track academic achievements and create professional transcripts. A clear academic record is essential for college applications, job opportunities, and scholarship applications. Our tools ensure that all accomplishments are captured and celebrated.
- Transcript Guidance: (
) Templates simplify the process of creating transcripts, making it easy to present academic progress to colleges or employers. - Course Completion Certificates: Recognize each milestone with printable certificates, documenting your teen’s progress.
- Applecore Recordkeeping: Manage grades, attendance, and academic credits all in one place, ensuring a streamlined and stress-free recordkeeping experience. Members with an annual subscription get free access to Applecore Gold, which allows them to create professional-looking transcripts.
With these tools, homeschooling high school becomes manageable and organized, helping parents guide their students through each step toward graduation.
STEP 4: Dive into Focused Learning Centers for Upper Grades
As your student progresses through high school, it’s essential to consider graduation and what comes next. Our resources provide guidance every step of the way to help you prepare your student for success. Specialized Focused Learning Centers provide structured pathways for advanced studies, helping students pursue topics they’re passionate about.
- Focus on High School: Information and links to help you understand state requirements, prepare transcripts, choose courses, and plan for your student’s future.
- Career Center and STEM Learning Center: Offers a variety of elective courses to help students explore different career paths.
- Focus on Graduation: Step-by-step guidance and templates to help you organize a meaningful homeschool graduation ceremony.
- Preparing for College: Test preparation resources, admissions guidance, and essay-writing tools to support students on their college-bound journey.
With this pathway, SchoolhouseTeachers.com provides a comprehensive approach to preparing high school students for the next chapter in their lives, whether that’s college, career, or community involvement.
STEP 5: Connect with a Community of Driven Students and Parents
High school is a time for students to broaden their horizons socially as well as academically. Through our optional Schoolhouse Network of Co-Ops, high schoolers and their families can connect with other dedicated homeschooling families. Whether through online groups or local Church Schoolhouses, students can engage in shared projects, discussions, and even group learning experiences.
Our Church Schoolhouses provide an opportunity for families to create a local community of like-minded students and parents, supporting one another in their educational goals. If there isn’t a Church Schoolhouse near you, we can guide you in starting one. For students on an academic and career-driven path, being part of a community offers motivation, support, and a space to build friendships with peers.
Prepare for a Bright Future with SchoolhouseTeachers.com
Join thousands of families who trust SchoolhouseTeachers.com for their high school education. With rigorous academics, practical life skills, organized record-keeping, and community connections, our High School and Beyond pathway provides everything needed for a successful and fulfilling high school experience. Let’s empower your teen to reach their full potential and step confidently into the future.
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