Over the last 10 years, we have seen a new breed of homeschooling family.  In the past, homeschooling was largely reserved for families who were devoutly religious, lived in secluded, rural communities, or resisted exposing their children to the local school system.  In this generation, the concept of the typical homeschooling family has expanded to include a much wider array of students and circumstances.  While Partners With Parents continues to provide full-year curricula for some homeschooled students, many of the families we work with are doing it to bridge a gap—a short-term solution for a temporary situation such as physical or mental illness, relocation in the middle of the school year, or suspension/expulsion.  Sometimes, given the nature of the academic calendar, families just need an at-home education for a few months so they don’t fall behind while figuring out their options for the next September.

Many of the homeschool families that work with Partners With Parents value the traditional school environment and have the eventual goal of returning to it.  We find the most successful transitions happen when the school that the student has left and/or will be attending can be involved in the process.   (more…)

Every once in a while a parent comes to us with an unusual tutoring request.  Recently, we had one such request: an architecture tutor.  As discussions and planning with the parent progressed, we decided that a small group would be the best forum for this exploration.   This means we are pleased to present a new six-week course in architecture for 10-14 year olds, starting April 8^th.  This class will give students a good basic knowledge of architecture and its use in the modern world.   Below you will find the details including dates, potential topics, and class structure.  To register, please call (212) 928-5016 or email us.

Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:00-7:30pm

Dates: April 8^th, 15^th, 22^nd, & 29^th, May 6^th, + field trip on Saturday, May 8^th

Location: Residence of the parent who came to us with the request.  (W 107^th St)

Length: 1½ hours, including presentation and guided practice each session

Ages: Ten to fourteen years old (recommended) (more…)