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Granville P. Meade Scholarship
Granville P. Meade Scholarship APPLICATION IS OPEN UNTIL APRIL 8. The Granville P. Meade Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who have achieved academically but
Deck the Halls!: DIY Holiday Unit Study
DIY Holiday Decor We’re getting closer to the holidays, which probably means you’ve either finished up your formal homeschool for the year, or have entered
5 Unique Christmas Unit Studies for Your Homeschool
5 Unique Christmas Unit Study Ideas for Your Homeschool Homeschooling around the holidays can be challenging. Busy schedules, special events, extra activities, and the general
Lyceum Scholars Program
CLOSED Lyceum Scholars Program Clemson University Application is CLOSED. For students headed to Clemson University, Lyceum Scholars are awarded $10,000 scholarships to participate in the
World Cup Activities for Kids
Soccer or Football? World Cup Activities for Kids This year’s World Cup tournament presents the perfect opportunity to wrap up the fall semester with a
Probation for Low Test Scores
Probation for Low Test Scores Why Support HEAV? HEAV Stands with You… …when you stand up to school officials. Probation for Sub-Test Scores Often, a
Archaeology Unit Study
History Mysteries: Exploring Archaeological Discoveries Archaeology is a fascinating topic for a unit study, and there are tons of great hands-on archaeology activities that can
Military Families and Driver Education
Military Families and Driver Education Q. We are a military family, and I don’t have a Virginia driver’s license. Can I teach my child to
Fall Unit Study
Learning For All Seasons: Fall Unit Study Unit studies are a great way to engage students in a variety of subjects–even ones that may not
Bats, Caves, and Echolocation
A unique unit study is a fun way to add some interest to the midterm slumps. In this Homeschool Living, explore the world of bats
Taking Preschoolers to the Convention
By Kyndra Steinmann Since the HEAV Convention is a family event—and a time when parents are looking at curricula and trying to attend workshops—the question
Fall Homeschool Pumpkin Unit Study!
Fall Homeschool Pumpkin Unit Study by Megan Mora Fuentes Start your fall homeschooling with a “basic” pumpkin unit study that is anything but basic! Hammer
The Blessing of Homeschooling Boys
Homeschooling Boys The Blessing of Homeschooling Boys by Megan Mora Fuentes National Sons Day is today, September 28! Take the opportunity to appreciate, celebrate, and
The Blessing of Homeschooling Girls
With National Daughters Day coming up on September 25, now is the perfect time to show your love and appreciation for your daughter and her
Emergency Preparedness Home First Aid Kit
Emergency Preparedness: Building and Using Your First Aid Kit It’s important to have a family emergency plan and know how to deal with disasters and
Hot Air Balloon Unit Study
Hot Air Homeschool A fun way to decide on a unit study topic is to look for anniversaries of interesting events in history and build
The First 5 Children’s Authors Your Child Should Know
5 Children’s Authors Your Child Should Know by Megan Mora Fuentes September is National Literacy Month, the perfect time to introduce some of the best
STEM Basics: Computers, Coding & Application
With the increasing application of computers and technology in many career fields, teaching computer science–basics and beyond–has become more important than ever. But it can
Sports Access Position
Sports Access Position Q. What is HEAV’s position on homeschoolers’ access to public school sports? A. The rules and regulations of statewide competitions are overseen
Homeschooling On The Go
Homeschooling On The Road Homeschooling on the go is becoming more popular and for some families, it is a necessity. One of the main benefits
Traveling Homeschoolers Compliance
How to File as a Traveling Homeschooler Q: Our homeschool family travels a lot. How do we comply with the homeschool law? A: Traveling Homeschoolers Compliance
