In tough economy, parents still opt for non-public schools

When parents don’t get choices, they create them.  Earlier this month, the N.C. Division of Non-Public Education released its annual home school report. In short, nearly 5,500 more students were home schooled in 2008-09 as compared to the prior school year.

These figures are in keeping with national and statewide trends in non-public education.  Nationally, home schooling has increased by 74% over the past 8 years.  Even in these tough economic times, more North Carolina parents are choosing private schools in addition to home schools.

Clearly, parents see the need for choices, and they are willing to make the necessary sacrifices to choose the best education for their children.