Mahogany Homeschoolers

Mahogany Homeschooler of Ohio purpose is to provide support for African American homeschooling families. We are located in the Canton-Akron area. It is our goal to unite African American homeschool families by providing encouragement and information to enhance their homeschooling endeavor. We hope to be a positive force for inspiring families to continue or start homeschooling.

An old African proverb many of us are familiar with states it takes a village to raise a child. We believe this site amplifies the spirit of this proverb by supplying support for us to educate our children so that they may rise up to be exceptional young men and women in this world.

Homeschool is the practice of teaching one's own children at home. The number of African Americans children homeschooling today is approximately 30,000 to 50,000 and is growing daily. We as parents are more than qualified to teach our children. Because we love our children completely we are going to invest the time and patient needed to educated our sons and daughters. Static also supports the effectiveness of parents homeschooling their child. The advantages in homeschooling out weight any doubt one may have in their ability to each their child. THE REWARD IS WORTH THE CHALLENGE!

There are a number of companies that provides curriculum tailored to homeschool families. Different curriculum vendors may have book fairs in your area. Therefore one has an opportunity to browse the books before ordering. Plus there a vast number of websites you may use for resources as well. Please don't discount the library or the museums in your neighborhood. There is a wealth of information. It is important to know where to begin and I hope this website can help you.

Remember Homeschooling requires courage. Let the safety net of Public School go and believe in yourself and your ability.

As W.B. Yeats said education isn't filling the pail but lighting a fire, and whose better equip to do so than you.

Homeschool Stats

Statistics acquired from NHERI