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Behind the Wheel: A Homeschool Proposition
Do parents have the right to take over certain parts of their child’s education? And if so, which parts?
According to The New Hampshire Bulletin’s “‘Home School’ Driver’s Education Model Gets the OK from NH House Committee,” by Ethan Dewitt, the New Hampshire House Transportation Committee has recommended a bill that would allow parents to provide driver's education for their teenage children. Currently, teenagers in New Hampshire are required to take an approved driver's education course. Supporters of the bill argue that it would reduce costs and restore parental control, while opponents argue that it could pose safety risks. This bill fits into a larger conversation about efforts to promote homeschool in New Hampshire. The Transportation Committee also voted against a bill that would eliminate annual vehicle inspections.
Teachers don’t often discuss homeschooling initiatives and pro-homeschool movements, but perhaps they should, since those initiatives remain a part of the broader educational landscape. Homeschooling can impact student enrollment in public and private schools, of course, and can also influence funding for public education, or individual programs like Driver’s Education. And teachers may have students who have been homeschooled, or who have siblings who are homeschooled, which can affect their classroom dynamics and relationships. Understanding various homeschool movements can help teachers stay informed and adapt their teaching practices accordingly.