In reading your response, I am made more aware of the key factor in my parents’ decision to homeschool my siblings and me, their desire for us to gain deeper knowledge. It is clear that accreditation means more to the public education system than the outcome of a student’s growing of knowledge. Despite being homeschooled, Pennsylvania still requires students to take standardized tests, which are not always a replication of an individual’s understanding. Again, this is a mere reflection of a mindset that is driven by reaching a standard, rather than teaching a person in the way that is necessary for them to advance. Regardless of these criteria, a person’s knowledge should not be based on their ability to perform on specific tests, but should
