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Umbrella Schools These include all forms of external help with homeschooling. Some are called umbrella schools, other programs call themselves Independent Study Programs, Distance Learning Programs, Virtual or Cyber Schools, Charter Schools, Learning Centers, and who knows what they'll come up with next. Considering the Umbrella School Route About Charter Schools The Center for Education Reform provides a monthly e-zine for following the charter school movement. Homeschool Resource Centers Within the next 20 years community learning centers will become increasingly important as educational sources, often replacing what we now refer to as "schools." By Jerry Mintz. Homeschoolers, Is Our Good Name For Sale? Public schools and business people are increasingly trying to convince homeschoolers to enroll in their programs and use their services. At first glance, the offers may seem attractive. By Larry and Susan Kaseman. Homeschooling Through A Private ISP One of the methods to legally homeschool in the state of California is to enroll in a private independent study program (ISP). These programs are referred to by a variety of terms including umbrella school or cover program. By Lenore Colacion Hayes. How Will Virtual Schools Effect Homeschooling? It is worth our while as homeschoolers to pay attention to the virtual school movement as it unfolds. If it takes off, it will change American education in ways that will influence everyone, including homeschoolers. Larry and Susan Kaseman, HEM Nov/Dec00. National Charter School Watch List This list is created to be a means of informing, documenting and evaluating available information concerning the impact of virtual/charter schools on the homeschooling community. So you've decided to homeschool! Karen Gibson comes from a state where a cover school is necessary, so this may not apply to you. But her recommendations to go slow purchasing curriculum is wise advice. Review of Secondary Netcourses and Virtual Schools Summarized by type of net school: independent study model, collaborative learning model, and the net "lecture hall" model. By Bonnie Elbaum in The Concord Consortium. US Charter Schools Organization website. Includes information on how to start a charter school, or search for a charter school in your area. We Stand For Homeschooling The very nature, language and essence of homeschooling are being challenged and even co-opted by a vast array of emerging educational programs which may be based in the home, but are funded by government tax dollars, bringing inevitable government controls. Why I Will Not Sign the "We Stand for Homeschooling Statement and Resolution" So why not sign this "We Stand for Homeschooling" statement? If I see government- or corporate-sponsored programs as close to worthless, what's the problem? by Mary Griffith Umbrella School Lists Specific state charters only. My focus is on those umbrella schools that cater to the homeschool, K-12, market for more-or-less traditional subject matter. A listing here does not imply that I support a cover school. Alabama Homeschooling - Church Cover Schools Listings and links for such eduation alternatives for homeschoolers in Alabama. Alaska Umbrella Schools Frequently called "Homeschool Programs" or "Study Programs," or "Learning Centers," these government controlled programs have just about wiped out grass roots support groups in Alaska. Califoria Cover Schools, ISPs and Charters Listings and links for such eduation alternatives for homeschoolers in California. Colorado Umbrella Schools Private schools that offer the advantages of home education under a legal cover with added support. Florida Umbrella Schools Florida homeschoolers can get help with their paperwork and curriculum from these services. Maryland Umbrella Schools Ministries and nonpublic schools that are registered with the Maryland State Department of Education to supervise home instruction. Washington Homeschooling - Learning Centers Public school services for homeschooled students.

Laurel Springs School Where interests, talents and learning styles are honored.   Arbor Academy Private School Parental choice with ongoing support, personalized for your child's academic success.   Independent Study Program - Complete Program by Kay Johnson Susan Johnsen Imagine your students exploring the topics they love with this powerful program for independent and small group discovery.   Knowledge and Communities (Resources for the Knowledge-Based Economy,) by Eric L. Lesser (Editor) The book teaches how organizations can empower both traditional and on-line communities and make them a cornerstone of a general knowledge management strategy.   Search Now: More homeschooling books here