On homeschool: You're right. you've got plenty of time to figure out a strategy. But figure out your philosophy of education, first. After that, you'll be fully equipped to determine whether a given venue is capable of provideing an education that meshes with your vision. If not, you'll just have to roll up your sleeves and do it yourself, at home. Fortunately, you'll have PLENTY of good company.
Hit up the Odysseus Group link on my Links page for some grist for the "Philosophy of Education" mill.
I'm going to check out your links. Thanks for the tip.