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HEAV’s Convention News 2025
Welcome to our new HEAV Convention Director, Catrina Jackson! “It doesn’t matter who gets the credit, as long as God gets the glory!” What
Adelaide Olguin ~
TalkBox.Mom
Adelaide Olguin Workshop Speaker Adelaide Olguin will help you create a homeschool experience that makes your heart beat with excitement, has your kids chattering nonstop
Dr. Caroline Crocker ~
Rambling Rumination Books
Dr. Caroline Crocker Workshop Speaker Dr. Caroline Crocker is a pastor’s wife who has homeschooled both a six-year-old and someone much older. She loves spending
Cozy Homeschool: C.S. Lewis and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
November 29th marks C.S. Lewis Day, a time to celebrate the life and works of one of the most beloved authors of the 20th century.
Allison Siff ~
Young Musicians of Virginia
Allison Siff Workshop Speaker Allison is the executive director and strings teacher at Young Musicians of Virginia, a K–12 homeschool enrichment program in Virginia Beach.
Trump’s Agenda 47 Pledge to Homeschool Families
Q. What is President-elect Donald Trump’s “Pledge to Homeschool Families” and what does it mean for Virginia Homeschoolers? A. In one of President-elect Trump’s Agenda 47
Are You Charlotte Mason?
Am I Charlotte Mason? ( A Day in the Life) When I describe my day to other homeschooling friends, I often get the question, “So
Cozy Homeschool: Tea Unit Study
Part of the fun of homeschooling is finding creative ways to engage with and learn about the world around you. You can combine educational and
Jill Shelton ~
HEAV Mentoring High School
Jill Shelton Workshop Speaker Jill and her husband Bob, of 28 years, homeschooled their five children beginning in 2006. Three of the five have graduated
Cozy Homeschool: Teddy Bears
Teddy bears have a special place in the hearts of children and adults alike. The cuddly companions have been a beloved staple in children’s lives
Sheri Payne ~
HEAV Leadership & Military Support
Sheri Payne Workshop Speaker Sheri is a homeschool support group leader, former history and government teacher, co-op leader, writer, and speaker. She is currently the
Callie Chaplow ~
HEAV Government Affairs
Callie Chaplow Workshop Speaker Callie Chaplow is the Director of Government Affairs for HEAV. Full biography coming soon! Callie Chaplow HEAV Government Affairs Support WORKSHOP:
Anne Miller ~
HEAV Executive Director & CEO
Anne Miller Featured Speaker Anne Miller started serving homeschool families as a support group and co-op leader in 1986. She has been president of the
Debt-Free College Workshop
November 14 at 8 p.m. Path to College Walk; Don’t Run: The Path to College Is Already Paved for You. Believe it or not, homeschoolers
Governor Signs Bill to Repeal Changes to Military Education Program
Since its inception in 1996, many military education families homeschooling in Virginia have benefited from the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP). The
Homeschool Roller Skating
As October rolls in, so does National Roller Skating Month, a perfect occasion to incorporate this fun activity into your homeschool curriculum. Roller skating isn’t
Fall Unit Study: Wolves
Whether you’ve a wildlife enthusiast or two in your homeschool, or you’re looking for a fascinating topic for a short homeschool unit study this fall,
Cookie Art Class
Holiday baking in your future? A fun cookie art class is a great way to get some new ideas and bond with your kids over
Chess In Your Homeschool
What if you could introduce one simple game into your homeschool curriculum that would build your child’s confidence, teach responsibility, improve problem solving skills, strengthen
Random Acts of Poetry Day
The second Wednesday of October has been celebrated as Random Acts of Poetry Day for almost ten years now. It’s a bit of a mystery
Fall Homeschool Corn Unit Study
Sometimes, all it takes to shake up your fall homeschool routine is to look at a common item from a different perspective. Check out this
