Top 10 Virginia Notice of Intent Questions
July 12, 2020
Planning to Homeschool This Fall? Your Notice of Intent (NOI) Is Due by August 15. Every year, we get many Notice of Intent questions—from new
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Embracing Homeschooling: Free Educational Resources
March 25, 2020
by Megan Bittner In the midst of a wave of event closures, there is an unexpected opportunity for families to spend more time together than
You DON’T Snooze You Lose: Healthy Sleep Habits for Your Homeschool
October 28, 2020
You’re probably looking forward to the end of Daylight Saving Time this weekend for some healthy sleep. That one “extra” hour of sleep can seem
Free Cognitive Tests
October 24, 2020
Free Cognitive Test for HEAV Families! Thanks to a grant from the Gibson Institute of Cognitive Research, LearningRx Charlottesville is able to provide FREE cognitive skills
Does Your Vote Count?: Representation and the Electoral College
October 21, 2020
by Megan Mora Fuentes To vote is to have a voice. Election Day is the perfect opportunity to teach kids voting, how the electoral college
Live Stream Cartoon Camp
October 21, 2020
FREE for HEAV Members Like to Doodle? Turn your doodles into great cartoons as you learn new skills—online OR in-person–from Dan Nuchols, author of Cartooning for
Homeschool History: 100’s of Years in the Making
October 14, 2020
Homeschool History: Revolutionary War Unit Studyby Megan Mora Fuentes Getting inspiration for your homeschool history unit study can be as easy as looking at the
George Washington’s Mount Vernon Homeschool Day| 10/26-27/20
October 13, 2020
AN HEAV-SPONSORED EVENT. Mount Vernon welcomes homeschooling families to discover the 18thcentury by exploring the Farm at Mount Vernon! Join us for Homeschool Day at
FREE Online Music Class for Members: Foundations of Music I
October 12, 2020
Supercharge your musical capability! Unlock the secrets of successful sight reading and musical technique. Many students find reading music difficult because reading music involves understanding foundations of
Family Homeschool Activities
October 7, 2020
Turning Your Nature Walks into a Unit Study by Megan Mora Fuentes The family homeschool is the best way to be able to tailor lessons
Creative Teaching with Drama
September 30, 2020
You’ve probably already realized that effective teaching requires a certain dramatic element! Even if the drama is merely in your displayed enthusiasm as a means
Gearing Up for Fall: Your Homeschool Schedule
September 23, 2020
by Megan Mora Fuentes What does your homeschool schedule look like? How does your plan flow through the year? Whether you’re a natural planner or
Homeschool Geology: Rock Collecting
September 16, 2020
by Megan Mora Fuentes Today is National Collect Rocks Day–a great low-key way to bring some spontaneity and celebration to your homeschool geology lessons! Take
Teaching Life Skills: You Keep Me in Stitches
September 9, 2020
Fun Sewing Activities for Kids by Megan Bittner When you plan your homeschool curriculum, you likely include some life skills that you want your children
Homeschool Transcript Electives
September 7, 2020
Q. My daughter takes piano lessons and is starting ninth grade this year. Do piano lessons count toward an elective on her homeschool transcript? A.
VMHC Virtual Homeschool Open House | HEAV 10/20-21/2020
September 3, 2020
AN HEAV-SPONSORED EVENT Join VMHC on October 20th and 21st for a two day, virtual Homeschool Open House! Both days will feature self-guided activities to
Neither Rain Nor Snow: Postal Service Unit Study
September 2, 2020
by Megan Bittner Postal Service Homeschool Unit Study Kick off your school year with a unique homeschool unit study! Neither Rain Nor Snow Day on
Free Class: Math Boot Camp PLUS a FREE Fractions Kit
August 31, 2020
NEW CLASS DATES FOR NOVEMBER! Jumpstart your school year with multi-sensory math fact practice the kids will want to do all year long. Homeschool publications
Homeschool Handi-kids: DIYs & Tool Safety
August 26, 2020
by Megan Bittner Homeschooling is about so much more than reading, writing, and ‘rithmetic! Incorporating learning into everyday homeschool living is one of the greatest
General Assembly Special Session: Vaccines
August 20, 2020
Virginia Government Special Session Could Impact Vaccines Legislation A Special Session of the Virginia General Assembly, called by Governor Northam, convened Tuesday, August 18. The
Homeschool Adventures: Geocaching
August 19, 2020
by Megan Bittner What afternoon homeschool adventures wouldn’t be made better by the element of a treasure hunt? Geocaching combines the thrill of the hunt
Sea Creatures Unit Study | HEAV
August 12, 2020
by Megan Bittner Sea creatures make fantastic unit study subjects. Some of the most awe-inspiring ocean dwellers share some physical similarities but boast an incredible
Summer Homeschool Science
August 5, 2020
by Megan Bittner A wonderful part of homeschooling is drawing on your own day-to-day experiences and using the lessons to instill a life-long appreciation of
To the Moon And Back: Moon Unit Study
July 29, 2020
by Megan Bittner Are you looking for a fun family activity that doesn’t require any travel? We have a full moon coming up in just
Ice Cream Science: 7 Fun Experiments
July 22, 2020
As many families are facing significant changes in their schooling methods, summer plans, and even lifestyles this year, a fun summer activity that engages the
5 Free Classes: Homeschool Spanish!
July 21, 2020
Free for HEAV Members Looking for a quality (yet not boring) video homeschool Spanish program? Look no further! No need to devote a fortune to
Explore American Landmarks from Home!
July 15, 2020
Your summer road trip plans may have been derailed this year, but there are still plenty of ways to explore our beautiful country from the
Free Class: Coding for Teens!
July 14, 2020
FREE for HEAV Members Hands-On Beginner Programming Virtual Class for Teens Do you like video games? Social media? Smart phones? All of the amazing technology
The Adventure of Homeschooling
July 13, 2020
The Adventure of Homeschooling by Joy Hayden If you home educate your children, you will be asked the question, “Why did you choose to homeschool?”
Helping the Child with Asperger Syndrome
July 11, 2020
by Cathi Cohens Being a parent is an enormous responsibility. Being the parent of a child with Asperger Syndrome requires you to develop a whole
Spiritual Growth – Home is the Best Place for Cultivation
July 9, 2020
by Debra Bell We desire spiritual growth for all of our children, indeed! Home is the most important place our children will see the power
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