Wake up early, do lessons, rush the kids to soccer practice, prepare meals—as a homeschool parent, your schedule is packed from dawn till dusk. Do you have time to mentor another family? Find out on today's Home School Heartbeat.
Mike Smith:
Bruce, some of our listeners are probably excited about Homeschooling Family to Family, but are concerned that they do not have the time to be mentors. What kind of commitment does mentoring require?
Bruce Shortt:
Well, Mike, the time commitment isn't large. I'd say, ask yourself these questions: Can you take someone along with you to a homeschool co-op meeting? Can you take that person with you to a homeschool convention or book fair? Can you introduce that new family to some of your homeschooling friends? Can you spend some time helping the new family decide on curriculum, and provide some periodic encouragement during the first year?
Frankly, there are a lot of families who would begin homeschooling if they had someone they know providing a little guidance and encouragement during the first year. Just about anyone can help out another family this way. It's not a large commitment, but the fruit of homeschool evangelism and outreach can be immense.
Mike:
Listeners, find out more about Homeschooling Family to Family by visiting the Home School Heartbeat website, at www.homeschoolheartbeat.com. And until next time, I'm Mike Smith.
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