How to Choose the Right High School Curriculum for Your Homeschooler
What to Look For—and Why It Matters
Choosing a curriculum in the early years of homeschooling is one thing. But when you hit high school? The pressure really kicks in.
Suddenly you’re thinking about:
- College requirements
- Elective credits
- Transcripts
- Future careers
- And how to teach subjects you may not have seen since you were in high school!
You’re not alone—and the good news is, there is a way to choose the right curriculum without losing your mind.
3 Things to Look For in a Homeschool High School Curriculum
1. Courses That Teach Thinking, Not Just Memorization
Too many high school programs focus on checking boxes or prepping for standardized tests.
But your student needs more than that.
They need to learn how to think—to reason through problems, analyze situations, and apply logic. That’s why we use Harold Jacobs’ Algebra as the foundation for our math program at AskDrCallahan. It builds mathematical understanding, not just short-term memory.
2. Structure That Supports Independent Learning
High school is a great time to begin the transition to independence.
But that only works if your curriculum supports it.
At AskDrCallahan, we provide video-based courses where students learn directly from a college professor—complete with assignments, tests, grading rubrics, and support. That means less stress for you, and more ownership for your student.
Courses available:
Each course is designed to be used independently with guidance from a parent or mentor.
3. Real-World Relevance—Not Just Textbook Math
What good is math if you can’t apply it?
In addition to high school math, we also offer business courses designed for homeschoolers:
- Personal Finance — Teach your teen how money really works
- Entrepreneurship — A practical course on how to launch a small business in high school
- Career Strategy – A course to help you find the right direction after high school.
These courses count as high school electives and provide valuable life and career skills.
Final Thoughts: You Don’t Need to Be the Expert
One of the biggest reasons homeschool parents delay tough subjects like Algebra or Business?
They’re afraid they can’t teach it.
But with the right curriculum, you don’t have to.
At AskDrCallahan, we teach for you—with high-quality video-based instruction that equips your student and frees you to lead with confidence.
Ready to Choose?
We’re working on creating a free downloadable guide soon to help you decide—but in the meantime, check out our full catalog of courses at:
📚 👉 AskDrCallahan Catalog
You’ve got this—and we’re here to help.
