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National Picnic Day & Outdoor Learning
“There are few things so perfect as a picnic eaten in perfect comfort.” – W. Somerset Maugham National Picnic Day gives you the perfect opportunity
Design Your Own Online Homeschool
Is choosing your curriculum, finding teaching materials, and accessing online homeschool resources overwhelming? You’re not alone. Finding reliable, comprehensive, and Christ-centered material from the vast
Gameschooling: 5 Simple Games From Around the World
Gameschooling is a powerful teaching technique using games and play activities to introduce, reinforce, and practice concepts in all different subjects. It’s become immensely popular
Free Outdoor Family Activities
5 Free (Or Cheap) Family Outdoors Activities Get Outside for Family Time this Spring! This time of year is one of the most exciting–when we
6 Tips for Taming the Big Behaviors in ADHD
6 Tips for Taming the Big Behaviors in ADHD by Dr. Amy Moore All behavior is communication. When your child with ADHD is hitting, kicking, screaming,
Teaching Kids to Use Talents and Skills
Grow Where You’re Planted: Teaching Kids to Use Talents Wisely There are a lot of resources available to help you identify and nurture your children’s
The Society of Women Engineers Scholarship
CLOSED The Society of Women Engineers – Richmond Section Scholarship Applications are CLOSED. CLOSED. The Richmond section of the Society of Women Engineers welcomes homeschoolers
Puzzles In Your Homeschool Curriculum
Puzzles in Your Homeschool Curriculum Puzzles are one of the most versatile teaching tools you can incorporate into your homeschool curriculum. Check out this Homeschool
Regent University Homeschool Scholarship
APPLY YEAR-ROUND Regent University Homeschool Scholarship Applications are open all year! Homeschooled students attending Regent University are eligible to receive a $4,000 scholarship—$1,000 per year
Community Foundation of The Rappahannock River Region
CLOSED The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region CLOSED APPLICATION. CLOSED. The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region has 46 different scholarship funds
5 Ways to Jump-start Your Homeschool Life
The start of the new year is a great time to implement good habits and practices. Try a new learning experience and jumpstart your homeschool.
Proposed Homeschool Law Change
A former homeschooler—and now first-year teaching parent—was in tears as she read a letter from her district saying they would not accept her homeschool diploma
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
