The 3 Math Mistakes Homeschool Parents Make (and How to Avoid Them)
High school math shouldn’t feel like a daily battle—but for many homeschool families, it does.
You want to get it right. You want your teen to succeed. But somewhere between Algebra textbooks and confusing lessons, things start to fall apart.
After working with thousands of families, we’ve seen the same 3 mistakes cause most of the frustration.
Mistake #1: Trying to Be the Teacher
When math gets tough, many parents try to step in and re-teach the material. But if you’re not confident in Algebra or Geometry, this quickly leads to confusion—for you and your teen.
The fix: You don’t need to be the expert.
Your role is to coach and guide, not teach every lesson.
A solid program will do the teaching for you.
Mistake #2: Using Curriculum That Leaves You on Your Own
A textbook without structure isn’t a curriculum—it’s a burden.
Many parents are left planning lessons, grading tests, and hoping for the best.
The fix: Use a program that includes:
- Video instruction from a qualified teacher
- A clear weekly schedule
- Auto-graded or guided assignments
- Support for parents who don’t love math
Mistake #3: Pushing Ahead Too Fast
Parents often rush through Algebra just to stay “on track”—even if the student isn’t ready. The result? Burnout, low confidence, and a shaky foundation.
The fix: Go at your student’s pace.
If they need to split Algebra into two years, do it. That’s not falling behind—it’s building mastery.
So How Do You Avoid All This?
That’s exactly why we built the AskDrCallahan high school math curriculum.
Our video-based courses take the pressure off you—and make learning clear and structured for your student. You don’t have to guess, teach, or scramble for resources.
We provide:
- Step-by-step video instruction by a college professor
- Assignments, quizzes, and grading guides
- Pacing options that match your student’s speed
- Courses in Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 w/trig, and more.
💡 You support your student.
📚 We do the teaching.
If you’re ready to simplify high school math and stop second-guessing yourself, explore our courses here:
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