Many Parents Now Realize They Can Homeschool Their Special Needs Child

SAN DIEGO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / October 25, 2021 / The pandemic restrictions have eased across America, and public schools opened classrooms for the 2021 school year. Most parents breathed a huge sigh of relief. But some families realized their children thrived in a home learning environment and sending them back to a traditional classroom wasn't the best decision for their education.

According to a US Census Bureau (USCB) survey, 3.2 million parents were homeschooling their kids at the beginning of 2020. In 2021, that number had jumped to over 5 million. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES), that's the number of families, but 75% of homeschooling families have more than one child. They estimate that at least 8 million children are now being homeschooled.

While homeschooling continues to gain mainstream acceptance, many parents still have doubts about homeschooling a child with learning disabilities or special needs. Mary Resenbeck of The Resenbeck Maverick Homeschool Method, a parent coach, and homeschooling advocate, says, "many people will try to steer you clear from your choice to homeschool your child with special needs. Well-meaning friends and family will tell you parents aren't capable of adequately teaching academic subjects correctly to children of special needs, colleges won't accept your homeschooler with learning differences, or homeschooled children with learning disabilities don't know how to socialize with their peers. These statements are all incorrect."

She urges parents to do their research, "too many would-be homeschool parents surrender to homeschooling myths and don't embrace the freedom, independence, and different methodologies homeschooling curriculum options offer."

Mary developed The Resenbeck Maverick Homeschool Method after successfully homeschooling her two teenage kids, who are twice-exceptional with invisible learning differences. Both went on to their first-choice colleges and now have careers in their chosen field.

The Resenbeck Maverick Homeschool Method suggests parents who may be having difficulty with their school district and their child's (IEP) Individual Education Program should reach out and get a parent advocate. "Advocates and parent IEP coaches can help you navigate your child's IEP meetings and progress. They can also help transition your child over to homeschooling successfully and seamlessly. After all, most of them have been in your shoes and know the drill."

Most of all, parents need to trust their instincts and follow the path they believe will be the most beneficial for their special needs child. "Parents know their children best. They can take charge of their children's education efficiently and effectively and guide their children to success." As a parent who debunked the homeschool myths and came out on top, she adds, "In a few years, you will look back on your experience, and you will see that it has been one of your crowning achievements as a parent."

ABOUT THE RESENBECK MAVERICK HOMESCHOOL METHOD

The Resenbeck Maverick Homeschool Method provides parents with a wide range of services to help their children thrive and grow with their homeschooling needs. Founder Mary Resenbeck is an Educational Consultant and IEP parent coach/ advocate business who successfully homeschooled her twice-exceptional two teenage kids with invisible learning differences. She has been a Montessori classroom teacher, theater instructor, and reading resource specialist since 2000. For more information, view Mary's Facebook, visit https://www.recas-resenbecksedcationalconsulting.com, or visit maryresenbeck.com.

CONTACT

Mary Resenbeck
858-354-9673
resenbeckm@yahoo.com

SOURCE: THE RESENBECK MAVERICK HOMESCHOOL METHOD

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