This document discusses the growing trend of home schooling in the United States and examines concerns about its effectiveness. It finds that home schooled students often perform better than average academically, scoring higher than national averages on standardized tests. Surveys also suggest home schooled students are generally as socially well-adjusted as those in public schools and home schooled adults are often more socially and politically active. While concerns remain about academic rigor and social development, the document argues technology can help address these issues through online learning programs and social networking opportunities.