Homeschool Start Date
August 16, 2015
Q. Must I begin my homeschool on the same day the public schools begin? A. You may begin your school year when you are ready
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Homeschool Day at Virginia Living Museum | 3/6/20
January 22, 2020
An HEAV Sponsored Event! The wonders of nature … the excitement of discovery … the satisfaction of accomplishment. Enjoy a wide range of the museum’s
Much Ado About Nothing Homeschool Day | 3/25/20
January 22, 2020
An HEAV Sponsored Event! at Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton Feel the joy of love won and the ache of love lost as this classic comedy makes
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Homeschool Day- Staunton | 5/14/20
January 22, 2020
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Homeschool Day – 9/10/19
Five Benefits of Having Pen Pals
January 22, 2020
There’s nothing quite like getting a handwritten letter in the mail. There’s a beauty in the anticipation of waiting for a letter, thinking about someone
George Washington’s Mount Vernon Homeschool Day| 3/9/20
January 21, 2020
Homeschool Day ScheduleExperience 18th-century plantation life during this special student field trip just for Virginia homeschoolers! At 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m., come to the
Homeschool Days at Luray Caverns | 3/16 to 3/21/2020
January 21, 2020
AN HEAV-Sponsored Event Take education underground as your kids explore and learn about the geology, chemistry, and history behind the wonder of Luray Caverns. Students
Victory Rover Naval Base Homeschool Day Cruise | 5/4-10
January 12, 2020
Get up close to the Naval fleet in Norkfolk, Virginia!
Homeschool Events in Virginia | HEAV
January 6, 2020
Find out all about the homeschool events in Virginia that are coming up over the next few weeks! These are reader-submitted events that are of
Legislative Alert: Religious Exemption Revisited
July 23, 2019
Again–Loudoun County School Board Will Consider Religious Exemption Action The Loudoun County School Board (LCSB) is again considering changing Virginia’s long-held religious exemption (RE) statute,
Space Exploration for Kids
July 17, 2019
Space Exploration for Kids Did you know the 50th anniversary of the first human moon landing is coming up on July 20? Space exploration is
Homeschool Reality: 1984 Called and Wants Its Regulations Back*
July 11, 2019
A scary look at an alternate homeschool reality Finally, you’re ready for the first day of homeschooling. You sent in the proper documentation to the division superintendent,
Summer Homeschooling Unit Study Ideas
June 26, 2019
Homeschooling in the summer, when the majority of public and private schooled students are running free, can be challenging. One of the amazing benefits of
Summer Schooling: Women in Aviation
June 19, 2019
Whether your summer schooling means continuing structured lessons through the season, or relaxing the schedule and taking advantage of opportunities as they come, homeschoolers know
Bubbles & Balloons: Fun Summer Experiments for Your Homeschool
June 12, 2019
Bubbles and balloons are the perfect tools for some “lazy” summer learning! You can use them to explore science, mathematics, art, and more. Learn the
Summer Unit Study: Frogs and Amphibians
June 5, 2019
As formal studies wind down for the summer, you may be looking for an interesting summer unit study to continue engaging your kids through your
Pre-order MP3
May 28, 2019
First Time Ever: Pre-Order Your MP3! For the first time ever, you can order your convention MP3 in advance of the convention at a reduced
Upcycling and Repurposing in Your Homeschool
May 22, 2019
Upcycling and repurposing, though often used interchangeably, are two different ways to help reuse items and save them from ending up in landfills. Essentially, upcycling
NEW! Get the Convention App
May 16, 2019
We’re thrilled to tell you we now have a mobile app for the 2019 Homeschool Convention in June! Developed by by EventOne, the app allows
New! Find Us on Google Assistant and Alexa!
May 16, 2019
Now! Let Alexa or Google read HEAV’s posts to you. Do you have Alexa or Google Assistant? Are you busy? If so, Alexa is ready
The Best Pets for Kids: Lessons for Homeschool
May 8, 2019
If you’re considering adding a pet to your family, or simply want to get the most beneficial experience from a pet you already have, check
Strawberry Unit Study Lessons
May 1, 2019
With summer fast approaching, take advantage of the warm weather and create a fun strawberry unit study with plenty of activities and science, health, agriculture,
Teaching Robotics in Your Homeschool
April 24, 2019
Teaching robotics and other STEM subjects can be an overwhelming undertaking–especially if STEM is not your specialty!–but it is a fascinating topic with increasing prevalence
Missions Around the World–and in Your Home
April 17, 2019
As we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection this Sunday, spend some time to take to heart His final words on earth: “Go therefore and make disciples of
Passover Lessons in Your Homeschool
April 10, 2019
Passover was an important event in both Christian and Jewish history and incorporating a Passover study or celebration into your family’s homeschool living is one
Where in the World?: A Geography Unit Study
April 3, 2019
A geography unit study can be a great way to incorporate art, history, games, and even some fun outdoor adventure into your homeschool curriculum. Check
Achievement Test Level
March 27, 2019
Q. How do I know what achievement test level I should order for my child’s proof of progress? When ordering an achievement test, HEAV recommends
Homeschool Poetry Studies
March 27, 2019
Connecting with a poem on a deep personal level can be a great joy. It strikes a chord with us and we want to share
Everyday Learning with Buttons
March 20, 2019
If you’ve got a collection of buttons hiding in your sewing kit or collecting dust on a shelf, pull them out and try jumpstarting a
Eight Spring Activities for Your Homeschool
March 13, 2019
Spring is finally almost here! The clocks have moved forward and the first day of spring is just around the corner. It may not seem
Granville P. Meade Scholarship for Homeschoolers!
March 6, 2019
The Virginia Department of Education has announced the availability of the Granville P. Meade Scholarship to homeschool students. Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV) has been
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