Parents are leaving public schools in record numbers for homeschooling, co-ops, micro-schools, and PSPs like Talega Preparatory Academy. While the failings of the public school system are many, one theme is crystal clear: too many classrooms have abandoned proven fundamentals in favor of trendy but ineffective teaching methods and lowered standards. From math, to English, Civics, and beyond, students are far removed from basic skills and common knowledge and instead are subje

Hello, fellow parents and education warriors! Marguerite Gaspar here, the Director of the Talega Preparatory Academy, where I've spent over 20 years helping families navigate the wild world of homeschooling. If you've been following my blog, you know I focus on empowering parents to craft an education that truly fits each of their children—no cookie-cutter nonsense. Today, I want to dive into the ongoing plight of our public education system. Recently, I read Joanne Jacobs' e

At Talega Preparatory Academy, we believe that parents are the most invested and capable guides for their children's education. As a private school satellite program (PSP) supporting homeschooling families since 2002, we see daily how giving parents control leads to richer academic experiences, stronger social connections, and better emotional well-being. A recent article highlights a troubling trend in many traditional classrooms that underscores why homeschooling is such a

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