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E.B. White Homeschool Literature Unit Study

May 6, 2026

Few authors have shaped both how we write and how children experience literature quite like E. B. White. His stories have quietly influenced generations

Colonial Heights Privacy Breach

May 5, 2026

On April 29, 2026, Colonial Heights Public Schools sent an email to individuals in which 110 email addresses and 40 display names were visible

Homeschooling Freedom A Fearless Future for Your Homeschool

Homeschooling Freedom for a Fearless Future

April 29, 2026

Homeschooling freedom plants something lasting in your family—deep roots of faith, strong character, and a love of learning that grows year after year. The

Arbor Day Homeschool: Growing Learning That Takes Root

April 22, 2026

Something hopeful happens when you plant a tree. Maybe it’s the promise of shade on a hot summer day, blossoms in spring, or colorful

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Homeschool Botany Lesson

April 8, 2026

Spring brings longer days, warmer soil, and the quiet return of green shoots pushing up through the earth. As gardens awaken and windowsills fill

Virginia Athletes: Journey to 250

April 6, 2026

As we continue our Journey to 250, celebrating the people who have shaped Virginia’s history and culture, it’s time to step onto the field,

Public School Recruiting Homeschoolers: What You Need to Know

April 6, 2026

Unlike most non-public school families, parents providing home instruction must submit a Notice of Intent and evidence of progress annually to their local public

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Legislative Report: 2026 General Assembly Outcome

March 26, 2026

At the conclusion of the 2025 General Assembly session, supporters of SB1031—legislation introduced by Senator Stella Pekarsky (Democrat, 36th District, Fairfax), that removed Virginia’s

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Easter Homeschool James Tissot

March 18, 2026

Easter is a time for Scripture readings, hymns, and traditions that help us reflect on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Art can

Rocket Science for Your Homeschool

March 11, 2026

Few things capture our imagination like rockets. The countdown, the roar of liftoff, and the sight of something soaring skyward naturally spark curiosity about

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Cherry Blossom Nature Study for Spring Homeschool

March 4, 2026

Cherry blossom season arrives quietly, blooms brilliantly, and then—almost as quickly—disappears. That fleeting beauty makes it the perfect anchor for both a cherry blossom

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Legislative Update: Legislative Snapshot

March 3, 2026

Legislative Snapshot To date, your HEAV legislative team has reviewed 2,792 bills. We have continually monitored legislation and advocated for the homeschool community at

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