IEW Writing Conference – Free & Online
June 18, 2021
A Special Invitation to HEAV from Andrew Pudewa Greetings! Although I haven’t made it to Virginia personally for over a year now, there’s a little
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New & Renewing Member Benefit
June 16, 2021
FREE: 8 Great Smarts Course for Kids by Dr. Kathy Koch – Celebrate Kids Thousands of parents have found hope and help in Dr. Kathy
Moon Unit Study
June 15, 2021
A more relaxed summer schedule can be a great time to introduce a moon unit study. You can spend time with hands-on activities you might
Summer Unit Study
June 9, 2021
Summer Unit Study: Soda, Pop, or Coke? by Megan Mora Fuentes You can make a fun summer unit study out of something you might already
Physical Education In Your Homeschool
June 2, 2021
One of the greatest things about homeschooling is being able to include the subjects that you find most important and fit them into your family
Water Science: Waterfalls
May 18, 2021
Waterfalls are some of the most beautiful and fascinating natural phenomena on our planet. They are mesmerizing in both their formation and their operation, and
Two-Day Writing Workshop with Steven K. Smith
May 17, 2021
New Dates! 50% Discount for HEAV Members Writing Workshop with Steven K. Smith! Take two days to have some fun and learn story writing! Join
Stuck On Homeschooling: Magnet Unit Study
May 12, 2021
Science unit studies are a lot of fun to create and do because they provide tons of opportunity for hands-on activities. There are plenty of
Homeschooling with a Rubber Band
May 5, 2021
Who knew that you could create an entire homeschool unit study around one simple, hardworking, school supply? Rubber bands have hundreds of uses, and one
Billy Graham Library Virtual Tour
May 4, 2021
Explore History with Students at the Billy Graham Library At the age of 12, a young Billy Graham gave his first public speech – a
Celebrate Family In Your Homeschool
April 28, 2021
Homeschooling multiple kids together comes with its own unique set of benefits and challenges for the entire family–not the least of which is fostering the
2 FREE Homeschool Math Classes by Mathnasium!
April 27, 2021
Free for HEAV Members It’s a Slippery Slope but You’ll Do Just Line (Fine)! Explore the world of lines, and get set for the next
Homeschool Science: Let’s Go Fly a Kite!
April 21, 2021
Now that the blustery spring weather is upon us, we have the perfect sunny afternoons to go kite-flying–and slip in some homeschool science lessons in
Submarine Day Unit Study
April 14, 2021
There are a few different dates noted as “Submarine Day,” one of which is this Saturday, April 17. There seems to be some debate as
Homeschool Horticulture Unit Study
April 7, 2021
Springtime is the best time to study the growing things all around you. Plants in your backyard, flowers in your garden, and trees in your
News Alert: Loudoun County School Board Policy
March 26, 2021
New Update! Thanks to two alert Loudoun County homeschool moms, HEAV was made aware of questionable changes to the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) homeschool
Standardized Testing of Achievement
March 25, 2021
Q. How can I find out if my standardized testing option complies with the law? A. There are hundreds of tests from which to choose, but
Homeschool Entomology: Lucky Ladybugs
March 24, 2021
Entomology, the study of insects, is a fascinating topic for a homeschool unit study. Whether you explore a wide overview of insects in general or
It’s Moving Day: Animal Migration
March 17, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes You might have already noticed the flocks of birds moving through your hometown on their annual migration north. There are thousands
Pamplin Historical Park Homeschool Day | HEAV – April 7, 2021
March 16, 2021
AN HEAV-SPONSORED EVENT Pamplin Historical Park annual Spring Homeschool Day is on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students will be led
Folk Heroes and Tall Tales
March 10, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes You can draw inspiration for your homeschool unit studies through a variety of historical events and commemorations. March 11 is National
Natural Science: Why Butterflies Matter
March 3, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes If you’ve been blessed with some warmer weather this past week, you’ve probably started looking for some new spring unit study
Standardized Tests for End-of-Year Homeschooling
February 28, 2021
Q. How do I know if a particular test complies with end-of-year testing requirements? A. I know testing can be intimidating and confusing, but the
Rainbow Unit Studies for Homeschool
February 24, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes Believe it or not, springtime is around the corner! A rainbow unit study is a great way to take advantage of
“Ace the SAT/ACT” Mini-Course
February 15, 2021
NEW DATE AND TIME!“Ace the SAT/ACT” Mini-Course ($195) HEAV Members are FREE! Join “Master the SAT” course creator, Jean Burk, on March 16 at
Free Cognitive Tests
February 15, 2021
Free Cognitive Testing for HEAV Families Discover Your Child’s Strengths! Thanks to a grant from the Gibson Institute of Cognitive Research, LearningRx Charlottesville is able to provide
Backyard Birding
February 10, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes Introduce a study on birds into your homeschool to explore concepts in science, art, conservation, and more. Winter birding is an
Free Class: Art Projects – Creating a Masterpiece
February 8, 2021
NEW! FREE for HEAV Members Creating a Masterpiece-Art Projects HEAV members get special, one-year access to stunning art projects for beginners and up! Take a
Battleship Wisconsin/Nauticus Homeschool Day | February 12, 2021
February 4, 2021
An HEAV Sponsored Event **At this time, Nauticus Safety Policies online state that theaters and high-touch exhibits remain closed. As always, remember to check with
5 Exciting Reasons to Homeschool
February 3, 2021
by Megan Mora Fuentes February is Home Education Month in Virginia, and it provides an excellent opportunity for homeschoolers to share their reasons for homeschooling
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