Parents who chose to homeschool may be unfamiliar with how to meet the requirements set out by the school district (e.g., meeting the PA Common Core Standards). Sometimes parents do not understand the content that is required to be taught to their children or how to document their child's progress to meet district reporting requirements. Regardless of the issues you might face as a homeschooler, PIER is available to help you navigate the system and content in order to make your homeschooling experience the best it can be.
Individualized Training (Customized Topics)
Educators and parents who choose home or cyber schooling sometimes realize they lack the skills necessary to meet the individualized needs of the children in their charge. If you find you need alternate interventions because what you are doing is not working, need background in content knowledge in a discipline that is not your "strong suit," or realize you need additional support in order to support your child, PIER is available to help.
Home School Support
Parents who homeschool may require support in assisting their children in learning specific academic content, dealing with learning problems, or coming up with fresh ideas. PIER can offer support for parents and home schooling organizations
Compliance Support
PIER can help you and your children get ready for mandated reporting such as preparing for the PSSA and Keystone Exams, special education paperwork, and homeschool portfolios.