Are Grades Necessary?

Do homeschoolers need grades? Can you homeschool without grades and still prepare for college? In this episode of Secular Homeschool Revolution, we unpack whether grades are truly necessary or just part of a conditioning system built around ranking and compliance. We cover: How traditional grading systems shape behavior Why mastery-based learning works in homeschool settings What assessment without grades looks like How to create narrative transcripts for college admissions Whether colleges require homeschool GPAs The myth of “everyone gets a trophy.” If you’re questioning report cards, transcripts, or how to document rigor in a secular homeschool, this episode offers both a mindset shift and practical tools. Support the show: www.secularhomeschoolrevolution.com https://www.instagram.com/secular_homeschool_revolution/ buymeacoffee.com/secularhschoolrevolution   Stay revolutionary.