Sheri is a homeschool support group leader, former history and government teacher, co-op leader, writer, and speaker. She is currently the director of leadership and military support for Home Educators Association of Virginia. She and her husband, Jim, have been married for 31 years and are parents to three always-homeschooled children. Jim is a retired Navy veteran who currently works for Naval Special Operations Group Two.
Introduction to Homeschooling
Homeschooling is among the top 10 of more than 200 significant trends that will have an impact on future society, says The Trends Journal, world leader in trends analysis and forecasting. If you’ve wondered what homeschooling is, or who homeschools and why, this fact-filled workshop will give you answers. From the history of homeschooling to the statistical results of the most recent nationwide study, you will receive the information you need to decide if homeschooling is right for you and your family.
Know the Law: Notifying and Testing Demystified ~ Sheri Payne and Callie Chaplow
Know your homeschooling rights–don’t let the “legalese” confuse you! In this workshop, find out who is required to attend school, what requirements you must meet in order to homeschool, what new test and evaluation options may be used, whom you should notify and when, what to do if you are homeschooling because of your sincere religious beliefs, and what types of records you need to keep. Know your options before you begin!
