| Socialization, the "S" Word |
| Sending a child to school does not insure proper social development. It is imperative for the parent to be actively involved in influencing the social context in which the child is exposed. Homeschool parents encourage positive social activities and tenaciously guard the impressionable young child from harmful negative influences. |
| "Bullying and social engineering in schools have eliminated the ‘socialization’ question that used to be asked all the time. Now, it is understood that teaching at home protects home values" |
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Home School Student’s Activities
Grades K-12; 5,402 surveyed
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| ACTIVITY |
% Students
Involved |
| Scouts |
8 |
| Ballet/Dance |
10 |
| 4 H Clubs |
14 |
| Other |
25 |
| Kids Clubs |
35 |
| Classes outside the home |
42 |
| Music Classes |
47 |
| Volunteer Work / Ministry |
67 |
| Church Activities |
77 |
| Field Trips |
84 |
| Play with people outside the family |
87 |
| Involved in two or more activities |
98 |
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| Positive sociability is best summarized as that which builds responsibility, co operation, kindness, fidelity, love and bilateral trust. It is the mold for a good self-image which delights in putting others first.
Negative sociability, on the other hand, involves age-segregation, criticism, rivalry, contention, unhealthy judgment and evaluation by peers, social withdrawal and selfishness. It molds poor self-esteem which creates the unfortunate dependency on peers.
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Support Groups
Support groups are located in almost every community in BC. These groups are comprised of parents supporting each other with their common choice to homeschool. Each group will have a different flavour to it depending on the people involved and the activities available. Groups will have parent times for encouragement and information sharing as well as field trips, science fairs and other events for children.
For a current listing of support groups, see Support Groups.
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