
Top 10 Virginia Notice of Intent Questions
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
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
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
Creative Homeschooling: Your Family Quiltby Megan Mora Fuentes After the excitement of the holidays dies down, all the decorations are put away, and things start to go
by Megan Mora Fuentes At the end of a year that presented a lot of challenges and difficulty for many, it can be easy to
The Christmas season, with help from some creative homeschool geography, can be the perfect time to incorporate some holiday baking lessons into your homeschool. There
Homeschoolers have several options for fulfilling the required training to obtain a driver license, but questions–and confusion—still arise. If you have questions or concerns as
A lot of children are very familiar with the joy of receiving gifts—especially around holiday time! But these easy handmade gifts are beautiful tools to
by Megan Mora Fuentes Advent is a time of anticipation and reflection for many––and as homeschoolers, we always look for ways to bring our “living”
Why Support HEAV? HEAV Stands with You… …when you find yourself suddenly schooling at home. When every school in Virginia shut down, the questions of
Learning gratitude, to be grateful and say “thank you” isn’t always the easiest lesson to teach–or learn. In a season that often seems to focus
As the weather gets cooler, a fun literature study is a great way to spend some cozy fall afternoons. Incorporating independent reading and family read-aloud
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 Test for HEAV Families! Thanks to a grant from the Gibson Institute of Cognitive Research, LearningRx Charlottesville is able to provide FREE cognitive skills
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
FREE for HEAV Members Like to Doodle? Turn your doodles into great cartoons as you learn new skills—online OR in-person–from Dan Nuckols, author of Cartooning for
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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