{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"How to Create Homeschool High School Credits &amp; Transcripts (Step-by-Step Guide)","description":" Episode Sponsors: CTC Math and Great Homeschool Conventions  \ud83c\udfa7 Episode Description (Show Notes)  In this episode of It\u2019s Not That Hard to Homeschool, veteran homeschool educator Lisa Nehring (of True North Academy) breaks down one of the most confusing parts of homeschooling high school: credits and transcripts.  If you\u2019ve ever wondered:   How do I calculate a high school credit?  What goes on a transcript (and what doesn\u2019t)?  How do I make my teen\u2019s homeschool transcript look \u201cofficial\u201d? \u2014then you\u2019re in the right place.   Lisa shares her 20+ years of experience helping homeschool families around the world prepare transcripts that open doors \u2014 to college, military service, conservatories, and scholarships. She covers how to: \u2705 Track and calculate credits using Carnegie units \u2705 Weigh courses like Honors, AP, and Dual Enrollment \u2705 Organize your transcript by year or subject \u2705 Include extracurriculars, service hours, and awards \u2705 Use addendum pages strategically for standout accomplishments  She also gives insider tips from her years reviewing transcripts in higher education and explains how to create a transcript that tells the story of your student\u2019s achievements \u2014 the kind that admissions officers love to read.  \ud83c\udfaf Spoiler: It\u2019s not rocket science \u2014 but you do need to dot your i\u2019s and cross your t\u2019s!    \ud83d\udcda Mentioned in This Episode   True North Academy \u2013 Live online classes, advising, and resources for homeschool families.  Homeschool Transcript Template (Fillable PDF) \u2013 Easy-to-use transcript form for homeschoolers.  Book: Survive Homeschool High School by Lisa Nehring \u2013 Includes printable forms and transcript tools.     \ud83d\udca1 Key Takeaways   A credit = 120 hours of work (Carnegie unit). Half credit = 60 hours.  Include classwork, reading, projects, tests, and competitions in your time log.  It\u2019s legal (and normal!) for homeschool parents to issue transcripts.  There are three main transcript types: Academic (21 credits), College Prep (24), and Honors (28).  Don\u2019t forget the addendum sheet to highlight community service, awards, and special achievements.     \ud83e\uddfe Related Resource  \ud83d\udc49 Download the Homeschool High School Transcript Template \u2014 a fillable, professional PDF that helps you track credits and calculate GPA correctly. Get it here:  Homeschool Transcript Template PDF  Ready to feel confident about record keeping?   \ud83c\udf93 Download your Homeschool Transcript Template and join the  It's Not That Hard to Homeschool groups for support and free workshops. Be sure to check out the ebook:  For The Record   \ud83d\udc49 Get the Template Now &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"It's Not That Hard to Homeschool","author_url":"https:\/\/www.notthathardtohomeschool.com\/homeschool-high-school-podcast\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38827845\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/fd6a54\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/38827845"}