The Beacon Blog

Practical advice and encouragement for your journey.

Your first week will be messy. That's normal. Here's what to expect and how to set yourself up for success.

Pulled your kid from school? Don't dive straight into curriculum. There's a transition period most new homeschoolers skip—and regret.

You don't need a dedicated room or matching furniture. Here's how to create a functional space on any budget.

It's the first question everyone asks. Here's what the research actually says—and how homeschool families build social lives.

The fear is common. The data is reassuring. Here's what research shows about homeschool academic outcomes.

No teaching degree? No problem. Research shows parent credentials don't predict homeschool success. Here's what does.

Full-time job? Single parent? It's harder—but not impossible. Here's how working families make homeschooling work.

Every major university accepts homeschoolers. Many actively recruit them. Here's how the admissions process works.

Some families spend $200 a year. Others spend $3,000. Here's how to figure out what it will cost for you.