home schooling

[Jojogymgirl]

I'm not trying to say you can't do it, b/c i don't even know you, but you should make your decision soon b/c it's already freshman year. elite takes a while!

[Shawn]

To the best of my knowledge, homeschooling will not keep you out of college nor prevent you from getting a scholarship. Also, if you have a good group of friends that will keep in touch, you can socialize with them around your gym schedule. Also, there are homeschool groups that get together for activities, which might provide another social outlet for you. But, you are the only one who can decide. Also, you can try homeschooling next year and always go back to traditional school if it doesn't work out.

[flippymonkeysmom]

Homeschooling is such an individual decision. For some it is perfect, for others it would be horrible. I've played with the idea for my gymmie - not that she is going to be an elite or anything - more just because she is one of those kids who needs a lot of sleep, and with her gym and homework schedule I just don't think she gets enough. Next year she will start middle school, so we will see how it goes. I also think it is ridiculous that the schools won't allow them to replace gym with a study hall to get homework done - these girls are obviously getting enough exercise. Anyway - good luck with whatever decision you make - and remember, nothing is permanent. If it doesn't seem to be working out you can make changes down the road.

[jasmine196]

If you are worried about the scholarship issue with homeschooling take look at the NCAA website. It has all the requirements that you need to deal with the NCAA. There was one past elite (that I know of) who had issues, and I believe it was with UCLA, she ended up at Utah, and had a very sucessful 4 years. If you do go the homeschool route, just make sure you taking the right courses that the NCAA clearinghouse requires.

As for the issue of homeschooling. We have a number of elite gymnasts and awesome level 10's that do part day (3 classes) at HS, then have another 3 classes at an online school. Seems to work out for them. Best of luck with whatever you choose to do.