Morning Wire Homeschooling Boom | 5.15.22
May 15, 2022
Homeschooling has transitioned from a niche choice to a mainstream option, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A staggering 63% increase in students has been recorded, with many parents seeking personalized education. Conservative families, particularly in red states, are turning to homeschooling as a response to public school dissatisfaction. The rise of micro schools and homeschooling pods highlights innovative learning approaches. Additionally, Black families are increasingly embracing homeschooling to ensure accurate cultural representation and a focus on Black history.
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Homeschooling Boom
- Homeschooling increased significantly during the 2020-2021 school year, rising by 63%.
- A majority of those who started homeschooling during the pandemic continued even after schools reopened, with only a 17% decrease the following year.
Geographic Trends in Homeschooling
- Massachusetts and New York saw the most significant proportional increase in homeschooling, about eightfold.
- Alaska, Florida, and Vermont also saw large increases in homeschooling rates.
COVID's Impact on Homeschooling
- Many families were already interested in homeschooling before the pandemic.
- The pandemic disruptions accelerated this interest, particularly in personalized education options.