Your Online Homeschool 
Language Arts Curriculum for 
Middle & High School

Read. | Watch. | Think Critically.

A Self Paced, PHD Taught Online Literature Academy
At Discern Academy, we teach you how to think, not what to think.

At Discern Academy, we teach your student how to think, not what to think.

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Your Turn-Key Online Literature Academy

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English Language Arts Specialists

We do not teach other subjects such as math or science. We are laser focused on one single subject: English Language Arts.
We teach it through Literature, also know as The Doc H Approach.

At Discern Academy, we specialize exclusively in English Language Arts—literature, writing, and critical thinking—taught by Dr. Hodgson PhD. Our in-depth, interactive program develops strong readers, articulate writers, and analytical thinkers, preparing students for academic success and beyond.
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Our mission is to give your student a world class literary education, on your schedule.

Dr. Hodgson (Doc H)
Interactive, Self Paced Courses
Highly Vetted Books
Flagship Course #1

Unsure what books your student should read?

No problem! We have a vetted list of excellent, age appropriate books here

Don't know what literary concepts your student should be learning for their English/Language Arts curriculum?

This is our specialty as our courses are built for mastery of necessary concepts. Check out our Flagship Course: Boyo 1 to see more details.

Scared of your student being bored?

Valid concern, but not at Discern Academy! Our interactive lectures keep your student engaged and help develop a love of reading.

Want to know if Discern Academy is the right fit for your student?

Schedule an easy 15 minute zoom call with us and we will answer your questions!

"Good evening, Yes! He was so excited to tell me when I arrived home from work that he got a 95 and he got it first try all by himself! I feel like I finally have a kid who enjoys reading and can write a sentence without a total crash out. You have no idea how big of a difference your program made for him. I truly cannot thank you enough for all of this. And the upcharge for not having to do the grading or critiquing... so worth it to us! Thank you so much."

- Shannon Buckley

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“Discern has truly been such a gift for our family and an added bonus to our homeschool. My son started off not loving to read, and now he can’t put books down. The literature choices have helped him think deeper and apply the stories to Biblical truths. He has also grown in his vocabulary and confidence in reading and writing. We’ve been able to have some good discussions from the novels he’s read. If you have a child that is apprehensive about reading and writing- this homeschool curriculum is what they need! As a parent I love the format, videos, and that I can be involved as little or as much as I want.”

- Brittany G

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"Discern Academy has been an answer to prayer for our son.  The books are captivating with a God centered focus.  The lessons are challenging but not overwhelming.  Our son, who is dyslexic, is enjoying and learning at the same time."

- Floyd Family Parent

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Discern Academy has been a powerful tool for our family. Some teachers simply pass along information, but Discern imparts a true passion for learning, critical thinking, and writing—and it teaches students to take ownership of their educational experience. Our junior high daughter looks forward to every lesson and tells us it’s her favorite part of the school day. A lot of programs tell you what they hope to do; Discern actually does it, with excellence and genuine engagement. I see what she’s learned showing up in her other subjects and in everyday life skills

- Allison H.

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Discern Academy has been an incredible gift to our homeschool routine. It gives my child the opportunity to think critically, engage deeply, and actually read rich, classic literature in a way that fits beautifully into the rhythm of our family and schedule. As a parent, I am so grateful. There is no way I could personally teach at this caliber or with this level of depth on my own. Discern is providing a quality of knowledge, instruction, and formation that I know will help my child not just learn, but truly thrive.

- Tara M.

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Your Turn-Key Online
Literature Academy

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We are!

Unsure what books your student should read?

We have a vetted list of age appropriate books here

Unsure what literary concepts your student should be learning?

This is our specialty!
Our courses are built for mastery.


Seeing God's hand in all good literature

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Course workbooks and
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Are you ready for your student to see literature at a depth that they have never experienced?
Learn to think critically with us.

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