History of Newspapers & Journalism
June 10, 2020
Perhaps now more than ever, teaching your children the history of newspapers and the importance of honest journalism, how to conduct online research, how to
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Hidden Allergies and Learning
June 9, 2020
by Dianne Craft At a recent consultation for their twelve-year-old daughter, a dad stated, “If you do nothing else for us, you will already have
What God Wants Your Teen to Know
June 9, 2020
by Inge Cannon Think back to your school years as a child or a teen. What lessons were most efficiently learned—the ones you gleaned from
Homeschool Problems: Caught in a Hedge of Thorns?
June 8, 2020
by Beth Sterne Do you often wish homeschool and life would “go better?” Do you feel as if you’re caught in a maze and can’t
Trying to Fit It All In
June 8, 2020
Trying to Fit It All In by Sonya Shafer There was once a man named Bill who decided to go for a walk. A long
Twelve Common Transcript Transgressions
June 6, 2020
by Inge Cannon Parents who homeschool their children during the high school years must provide a written statement that summarizes the academic achievements of those
The Geology of Minecraft™
June 4, 2020
IMPORTANT: One of the world’s most popular games is Minecraft™, and now you can study the REAL rocks and minerals of those precious blocks and
History of Airplanes: Orville & Wilbur Wright Unit Study
June 3, 2020
As we shift from spring into summer, a fun outdoor unit study is just the thing to bring your homeschool out of the home and
Right Way to File a Notice of Intent
June 2, 2020
Q. My school district sent a link to their Notice of Intent form and said I must provide a Notice of Intent electronically. Am I
Scholarship Opportunity:Cornerstone College of Virginia
June 1, 2020
Calling High School Students or Young Adults! Gary Foss Memorial Scholarship is open for homeschooled students. Cornerstone College of Virginia is offering not one, but
Convention News
May 31, 2020
Who could have imagined how our world would change in just a few months? Even so, we continue to put our hope and trust in
American History: Oregon Trail Unit Study
May 27, 2020
A homeschool unit study is a great way to incorporate a variety of activities into your study of American history. Check out these creative resources
Teaching Patience: Finding Joy in the Wait
May 20, 2020
Patience is a hard lesson to learn–and teach! And yet, one of the greatest blessings of homeschooling is that it allows us the opportunity to
Virginia Homeschool Events | HEAV
May 13, 2020
Find out all about the Virginia homeschool events that are coming up over the next few weeks! These are reader-submitted events that are of interest
2020 Homeschool Testing
May 12, 2020
Q. Is it correct that I don’t need to submit test results unless I want to? A. The testing and evaluation law has changed for
2020 Testing Waived Because of COVID-19
May 7, 2020
It’s official–assessment requirements are waived for the 2019-2020 homeschool year! Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. James Lane responded to HEAV’s request to waive assessment results
Building a Life of Prayer
May 6, 2020
As homeschoolers, we have the privilege of praying for our children as they go through their school day. It is a gift to stop and
Creative Learning with Cartoons
April 29, 2020
Cartooning is an excellent way to introduce the skill of drawing to students. Its relatable, simplified format allows students of all ages to participate and
NEWS ALERT: Testing and Covid-19
April 28, 2020
Dear Friend, On Friday, April 24, Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. James Lane announced a waiver for end-of-year testing and evaluations for homeschoolers in a
History Course Online – Free for HEAV Members!
April 27, 2020
from Patriot Academy and Rick Green Whether you’ve been homeschooling for years or suddenly find yourself thrust into the amazing opportunity to school from home,
What My Father Taught Me By Being a Mentor
April 23, 2020
by Mike Cheney My mentor experience began when I was thirteen and my brother Jay was ten and we first went into business for ourselves.
Building a College Resume
April 23, 2020
by Jason M. Smith Pick a college, any college–and build a college resume. That school wants to be able to say that it had so
Finding Support When You Homeschool a Child with Special Needs
April 23, 2020
“Every person is made in the image of God, so each one is valuable.” by Kathy Kuhl Homeschoolers who have children with special needs need
Homeschooling a Child Who Learns Differently
April 23, 2020
Kathy Kuhl Often parents ask me about starting to homeschool. Here’s what I’d say to anyone starting out: Don’t Panic You’ve always been responsible for
Adapting Curriculum for Your Child with Special Needs
April 22, 2020
by Judi Munday, M.A.; M. Ed. Parents who teach more than one child find it challenging to individualize their teaching material when teaching a child
Learning Styles Crash Course
April 21, 2020
Learning Styles Crash Course by Joyce Herzog It took me ten years to become a good teacher. You don’t have ten years, so here is
Four-Year Plan for Homeschooling Teens through High School
April 21, 2020
by Janice Campbell Here is an academically-oriented plan for homeschooling teens through high school, with an emphasis on preparing for life after high school. Even
High School on the Horizon
April 21, 2020
by Diane Kummer Homeschool parents are a varied lot! Some of you have been teaching high school for many years, and because you are veteran
Homeschool Curriculum 911
April 21, 2020
by Patricia Marie Okay, so you’ve read through the steps to start homeschooling in Virginia and you’ve let your superintendent know that you are home
Three Vital Qualities to Being Able to Teach High School at Home
April 17, 2020
by Diane Kummer Homeschooling in the teen years can cause great doubt for many reasons. “Can I really do this?” “What if I mess up?”
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