Pencil & Dirt
Homeschool Enrichment Program/Piano classes/Reading
Our Program
We are not considered a Homeschool accountability group. So, you will still need to be registered with an accountability group in South Carolina under option 3 and follow their requirements. Our program is an enrichment program for homeschool students. We send home the work that was done in our program by your child that you can save in your files for the South Carolina requirements. We also follow age-appropriate guidelines for the curriculum.
In addition, we provide classes for both homeschooled and not homeschooled students. Our program is a secular non faith based program. Our program focuses on educational material in science, stem, art, social studies, and reading.
Owner/Director
My name is Patricia Badgett. I am the owner/director of Pencil & Dirt Homeschool/Piano Classes/Reading. My family and I moved to the Upstate in 2018 and we love it here! I am a wife and mother of 3 amazing children. I have been homeschooling my children for the last few years. I love being able to teach my children both academically and musically. I quickly realized that a homeschool drop off program in the Reidville area was much needed. I also saw the need in the creative/musical areas. With my background as an educator and piano teacher I realized I could fulfill that need in the area and continue with my passion of teaching. I have a background in elementary education. I have also been a children's piano teacher for the past 15 years. I also ran an at home daycare in my home in Simpsonville. I am so excited to have the opportunity to be a part of your child's education!
Mission & Approach
We believe each child has their own strengths and interests. We want to build on your child's strengths, interests, and creativity. Each child should be treated as an individual and express their interests. Besides standard subjects we also promote nature, art, and play for our students.