1) We believe in Homeschooling
We believe that high school homeschool students come to Bluegrass United with an
already strong set of values that have been carefully instituted by their families, their
churches and their personal faith. Therefore, we do not seek to "mold" students, "grow"
them or change them. Instead, we want to provide a safe and supportive community where
students can become the people God has already called them to be.
2) We Trust Parents
We believe parents know their children best and are uniquely equipped to lead their
children. Therefore, BU leaves as many decisions as possible in the hands of parents. We
listen to parents and take all suggestions and criticisms seriously.
3) We Encourage the Discouraged
We deal with problems as they arise in a direct and timely manner. Except in very rare
cases, all problems are handled one-one-one in a private manner between the leadership
and the offending student as soon as they occur. Problems are not projected on to the
community. Compassion, privacy and good humor are valued in conflict resolution. The
ultimate goal is for the student to be edified and encouraged.
4) Bluegrass United is a Christian Community
The BU Leadership team consists of people who profess to be committed evangelical
Christians and attend church regularly. They are charged with overseeing that BU
programming is compatible with the values of Christian families. BU program leaders are
professing Christians who agree to operate their programs and classes according
to Christian principles. BU students are expected to conduct themselves according to
Christian values.
5) We Value Creativity
We attempt to think and plan in creative ways and are not afraid of failure.
6) We Embrace Community
We believe the student’s desire for friendship and community is a God-given desire worthy
to be embraced. We strongly endorse programs and activities that build friendships and
community and believe they are one of the most important factors linked to student
satisfaction with high school homeschooling.
7) We Strive For Excellence in Education
We believe in excellence in education as measured by students reaching their God-given
potential. This potential is not solely measured by academic success.
8) We View BU Leadership as a
---We believe it is an extraordinary privilege to serve students and serve God.
---Bluegrass United is leadership driven, which we believe has proven to be the most
effective and sustainable form of homeschool leadership.
9) We Strive to Make BU Activities and Programs Inclusive
Bluegrass United is open to all homeschoolers who are willing to abide by BU principles and
we strive to make room for all who want to participate.
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