Of course – many of us began in exactly the same situation! Go to our “Homeschool Now” section and read all the information there, especially if you are living in either Kansas or Missouri. If your child is already attending school, it’s wise to formally withdraw them from the school and request their student records (we have free sample templates here). You must do this before starting to homeschool, especially if you’re withdrawing your children from public school, or you are technically truant from the school system. We also recommend you connect with other area homeschoolers as soon as you can. Once you become a member of MPE, you will have access to a list of support groups and coops or homeschool enrichment programs in the local area, and you can choose which ones you would like to visit. These groups will supply you with local information, activities and opportunities, encouragement from veteran homeschoolers, field trips, and more. You’ll also receive our newsletter 10 times a year, with many activities and opportunities available to homeschoolers in the KC metro area.