Smyth County
December 6, 2023
While responding to a parent’s inquiry regarding information on the district’s notice of intent form that was inconsistent with the law, HEAV discovered several
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While responding to a parent’s inquiry regarding information on the district’s notice of intent form that was inconsistent with the law, HEAV discovered several
A district form letter incorrectly described a notice of intent as a request that was approved. To help ensure parents are informed accurately in
A concerned parent contacted HEAV after she was advised by elementary school leadership that her child would remain enrolled and be counted absent until
A parent contacted HEAV when she was advised by a school district associate that her notice of intent would not be accepted because the
A parent who received an unexpected home visit by district officials was surprised to learn the office did not have her homeschool documentation on
After 10 months of diligent effort, we regret to report the school board has decided not to align a specific policy with the compulsory
In a season that often seems to focus on overindulgence, being joyful in our circumstances, thankful for the things we already have, and selfless
Introducing…HEAV’s NEW Convention Director! Jessica Vásquez is a homeschool mom and a proud military spouse to her husband of 15 years. They have two
A Virginia Certified Tutor received a letter from the office manager indicating a deadline to comply with the home instruction law. Upon further review,
Homeschooling through the holidays can be stressful. Why not let the holiday itself be the lesson? Keep the learning going and spend time together
HEAV asked the school board to remove policy language that inaccurately described the requirements for a description of curriculum. The inaccurate policy (IGBI) stated:
A parent was told to complete the “official” NOI form before the district would send out a confirmation letter. The district further represented home
