Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 19 hours ago
Is there a different way to homeschool high school?
In this video, I share how I plan homeschool high school for my teens, including our 2026–2027 curriculum choices and why I’ve chosen a slower, more intentional approach.
There is a lot of pressure around high school — timelines, college decisions, and what students are “supposed” to be doing. But not every student thrives in that model, and that doesn’t mean something is wrong.
In our homeschool, I focus on meeting my teens where they are, allowing them to build strong foundations, explore their interests, and grow at a pace that truly supports them.
In this video, I talk about:
• The benefits of homeschooling high school
• College prep vs. job path considerations
• Common mistakes homeschool parents make
• Why graduation doesn’t have to happen at a set age
• How I plan high school for my teens
• Our 2026–2027 homeschool curriculum and classes
• How I adapt learning to fit my teens
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
0:24 Benefits of Homeschooling High School
2:20 College Prep Vs. Job Market & The Mistakes Parents Make
6:00 Thoughts on Pressuring our Teens
6:35 Curriculum & Classes for my 16-year-old
9:15 Math
12:30 Extra Curricular
14:30 Curriculum & Classes for my 14-year-old
LINKS TO CURRICULUM
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Homeschool Spanish Academy: https://www.spanish.academy/schedule-free-class/?utm_source=affiliate_marketing&utm_campaign=leilani
Math U See: mathusee.com
Apologia: glnk.io/4x177/leilani Use Code: Leilani10 for a discount
If you’ve ever felt unsure about how high school “should” look, this video will give you a different perspective and practical ideas you can use in your own homeschool.
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💚My FAVORITE Curriculum 💚
IEW: iew.com/?ref=LEILANIMELENDEZ
Generations: generations.idevaffiliate.com/79.html
No Consumed Ministry: https://store.notconsumed.com?aff=442
Homeschool Spanish Academy: https://www.spanish.academy/schedule-free-class/?utm_source=affiliate_marketing&utm_campaign=leilani
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Is there a different way to homeschool high school?
In this video, I share how I plan homeschool high school for my teens, including our 2026–2027 curriculum choices and why I’ve chosen a slower, more intentional approach.
There is a lot of pressure around high school — timelines, college decisions, and what students are “supposed” to be doing. But not every student thrives in that model, and that doesn’t mean something is wrong.
In our homeschool, I focus on meeting my teens where they are, allowing them to build strong foundations, explore their interests, and grow at a pace that truly supports them.
In this video, I talk about:
• The benefits of homeschooling high school
• College prep vs. job path considerations
• Common mistakes homeschool parents make
• Why graduation doesn’t have to happen at a set age
• How I plan high school for my teens
• Our 2026–2027 homeschool curriculum and classes
• How I adapt learning to fit my teens
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
0:24 Benefits of Homeschooling High School
2:20 College Prep Vs. Job Market & The Mistakes Parents Make
6:00 Thoughts on Pressuring our Teens
6:35 Curriculum & Classes for my 16-year-old
9:15 Math
12:30 Extra Curricular
14:30 Curriculum & Classes for my 14-year-old
LINKS TO CURRICULUM
IEW: iew.com/?ref=LEILANIMELENDEZ
Homeschool Spanish Academy: https://www.spanish.academy/schedule-free-class/?utm_source=affiliate_marketing&utm_campaign=leilani
Math U See: mathusee.com
Apologia: glnk.io/4x177/leilani Use Code: Leilani10 for a discount
If you’ve ever felt unsure about how high school “should” look, this video will give you a different perspective and practical ideas you can use in your own homeschool.
Subscribe for more real-life strategies, encouragement, and support for homeschooling unique learners and special needs families. ________________________________________________________________________________
💙💛💙💛Are you homeschooling a child with a unique ability? 💙💛💙💛
Download my FREE "Roadmap to Homeschooling a Child with Special Needs" workbook here: leilani-melendez.kit.com/9342b8160e
________________________________________________________________________________
💚My FAVORITE Curriculum 💚
IEW: iew.com/?ref=LEILANIMELENDEZ
Generations: generations.idevaffiliate.com/79.html
No Consumed Ministry: https://store.notconsumed.com?aff=442
Homeschool Spanish Academy: https://www.spanish.academy/schedule-free-class/?utm_source=affiliate_marketing&utm_campaign=leilani
_________________________________________________________________
💕I would love to keep in Touch!! 💕
❤ Website ❤
leilanimelendez.com
Learn More About Leilani and How She Can Speak At Your Next Event: leilanimelendez.com/speaking
💛💙Get 3 FREE Chapters from My New Book!! 💛💙
FREEDOM TO LEARN: preview.mailerlite.io/preview/292114/sites/77436184879432754/4jGKGF
♥ SUBSCRIBE TO CHANNEL ♥
youtube.com/c/livingwitheve?sub_confirmation=1
♥ FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA ♥
facebook.com/LivingWithEve
instagram.com/living_with_eve
♥ Get my PRESCHOOL & SPECIAL NEEDS CURRICULUM♥
leilanimelendez.com/category/all-products
♥ BUSINESS, COLLABORATIONS & PARTNERSHIPS ♥ leilani@leilanimelendez.com
♥ FLORIDA HOMESCHOOL PORTFOLIOS, CONSULTATIONS OR TESTING ♥
Register for an Appointment Online: leilanimelendez.com/book-online
Please email me at: Leilanimelendez5@gmail.com
**FTC DISCLAIMER: **This post may contain affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. If I partner with a company I will always disclose it here. This video is NOT sponsored**
***This video is for adults, not kids.
