Facing Criticism
September 5, 2012
Q. I’m overwhelmed with negative comments and criticism from a close family member who does not support our decision to homeschool. How should I respond
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Notice of Intent Postmark
August 15, 2012
Q. Does my letter of intent need to be postmarked by August 15 or physically in my superintendent’s office by August 15th? A. Your Notice
Days and Hours of Instruction
August 12, 2012
Q. Should I keep a record of the days and hours of instruction of homeschool, and if so, to whom do I submit it? A.
Grade Placement
August 5, 2012
Q. How do I place my child at the correct grade level for the upcoming year? Can I use an achievement test? A. Correct placement
Homeschool Classes on Notice of Intent
August 2, 2012
Q. If my child takes two classes at a Christian school, should I include this information in the Notice of Intent or just in the list
When Life Broadsides Your Homeschool
July 16, 2012
By Vicki Bentley, www.everydayhomemaking.com You had a wonderful plan this fall for a well-rounded education, envisioning academic excellence and character development in your smiling, well-adjusted offspring.
Diploma Each Year With NOI
July 15, 2012
Q. Do I have to send my diploma each year with my Notice of Intent since the superintendent should have it on file from previous
Homeschool Diploma for Option 1
July 8, 2012
Q. I have a homeschool diploma signed by my parents. Can I use it for option (i) to homeschool my own children, or does a
Testing Low in One Section
July 2, 2012
Q. I’m in a panic! My student has been testing low and scored below the 23rd percentile on one section of a standardized test. What
Certified Tutor Provision and Testing
June 29, 2012
Q. As a certified tutor, am I required to send in standardized test scores? A. It depends on how you have complied with the law.
Legal Guardian
June 12, 2012
Q. If we have legal custody of a family member, can we homeschool the child? A. If you are the legal guardian of a child, you may homeschool
Keep Schoolwork
June 6, 2012
Q: How long are you required to keep your child’s schoolwork? A: The Virginia homeschool law does NOT require you to keep school work your
Curriculum Description Form Incorrect
May 26, 2012
Q. I received a letter from my superintendent with what he termed the “new forms.” One includes a place to list the subjects and then
Stanines, Percentiles, and Grade Equilavents
May 9, 2012
Q. What are stanines, percentiles, and grade equilavent scores? A. STANINE SCORES Stanine is short for standard nine. A stanine score ranges from a low of 1
Verified Credits
April 22, 2012
Q. Are “verified credits” necessary (or recommended for college entrance) for a homeschool high school transcript. Would dual-enrollment courses in a community college count as verified
Military Homeschool Deployment
April 18, 2012
Q. As a military family with a five-year-old, can we homeschool in another country? Do we have to test before deploying, and is there a
Academic Progress for K5
April 12, 2012
Q. I understand if my kindergartner was not six last September 30, I don’t have to have him tested, but do I need to submit
Testing History
March 21, 2012
Q. How do I know what type of history my child should be reviewing for the end-of-year test? A. Homeschool students are NOT required to
Practice Achievement Tests
March 16, 2012
Q. I’m concerned about my child’s performance on a standardized achievement test. Can you recommend a practice test? A. Testing jitters are contagious this time
Physical Ed Requirements
March 8, 2012
Q. What are the physical education requirements for homeschoolers, and how do homeschoolers meet them? A. Although the Virginia law (§22.1-200) requires that specific subjects
What Your Child Should Know
February 29, 2012
Q. How do I find out what my child is supposed to know by the end of each grade? A. The skill subjects are the
Testing A Kindergartner
February 22, 2012
Q. Am I required to test my kindergarten child if I notified my superintendent last fall that we would begin homeschooling? A. Testing a kindergarten
GED vs. Diploma
February 1, 2012
Q. Should my child take the GED exams? A. Although a GED credential can be earned by a homeschool graduate, HEAV does not recommend a
Certified Tutor Statute
January 31, 2012
Q. Under the certified tutor statute, do I have to be certified at the high school level to teach high school subjects? A. According to
School District Offers Testing—What Are My Options?
January 19, 2012
Q. I received a letter from my school district offering testing in April for my homeschooler. Is this a good option? What are my other
“Approved” Behind-the-Wheel Driver Education Courses
January 10, 2012
Q. In order to teach the behind-the-wheel portion of driver education, I must show completion of an “approved correspondence course.” Which courses are “approved,” and
Special-Needs Services and Homeschoolers
November 23, 2011
Q. Is my homeschooler eligible for speech therapy through a public school? A. Although school districts are not obligated to provide special-needs services for homeschooled
Withdraw from Public School
November 18, 2011
Q. I’m ready to mail my Notice of Intent. What should I do to withdraw my child from public school? A. First, you should mail
Religious Exemption and Driver’s Licenses
November 2, 2011
Q. We are homeschooling for religious reasons, and my teen wants to get a driver’s license. The DMV says I need a letter. What can
IDEA Response
October 26, 2011
Q. I received a memo stating, “Federal and state law requires that school divisions locate, identify and evaluate all private and homeschooled children in their
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