How to Keep Homeschool Records Using the Parent/Teacher Account

When you homeschool, you’re not just the teacher — you’re also the school administrator. That means you’re responsible for the essentials: attendance, grades, test scores, and transcripts. Whether you’re planning ahead for college or simply staying organized, having complete records matters.

Most states require some level of homeschool documentation. Even if yours doesn’t, tracking progress and keeping transcripts is still a smart move. It helps you stay prepared and reduces stress when it’s time to show academic growth or submit official records.

That’s where the Parent/Teacher Account really shines — especially with the built-in Transcript Generator.

In just a few minutes, you can create a clean, professional transcript. It’s flexible, easy to use, and works with any homeschool setup. Generate semester, quarterly, mid-year, or end-of-year transcripts, and include any courses — whether from DK12 or other programs you’re using.

Once you’ve upgraded, go to the My Students section in your Parent/Teacher Account. You’ll see a “Transcripts” link next to your student’s name. Click it, enter your details, and you’re done. You can create a test transcript inside the PTA to see how it all works!

Ready to simplify transcripts — and everything else?

If you haven’t upgraded to the Parent/Teacher Account yet, now’s the perfect time. It gives you everything you need to manage your homeschool with confidence — from transcripts to grades, attendance, answer keys, certificates, and more.

Upgrade to the Parent/Teacher Account.

Spring into Learning

March brings fresh opportunities to dive deeper into real-world learning! This week’s curriculum is packed with seasonal science, problem-solving math, and historical connections that help students think critically and apply their knowledge.

What’s Happening in Lessons This Week?

Students in Grades 1-3 will experiment with solids, liquids, and gases, exploring how materials change. Math lessons focus on addition, subtraction, and number patterns, reinforcing foundational skills. In history, students will learn about basic world geography and early settlements, using weather tracking as a fun way to connect science and geography.

Students in Grades 4-6 will investigate how ecosystems function and the ways plants and animals rely on each other. Math lessons introduce fractions and volume measurement, with real-world applications like cooking. In history, students will explore ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Rome, uncovering their innovations and influence on modern society.

Grades 7-8 will explore plate tectonics, Earth’s structure, and energy transfer, while math covers algebra and graphing. History focuses on the Industrial Revolution, with a challenge to research an invention from this era.

Grades 9-10 will study chemistry and planetary systems, with math covering advanced algebra and geometry proofs. History examines U.S. foreign policy and major wars, with an assignment to analyze a battle or treaty.

Grades 11-12 will focus on physics, environmental science, or advanced chemistry, applying concepts to real-world issues. Math includes trigonometry, calculus, and statistics, while history covers modern conflicts and government policies. Students will research a key breakthrough and its impact today.

March is the perfect time to bring learning to life! Whether through hands-on experiments, real-world math applications, or uncovering the past, every lesson is an opportunity to explore, discover, and grow. Keep engaging and stay curious!

What families are saying..

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