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Alberta Homeschooling Associations Alberta Home Education Association Whether you are currently home schooling, looking into home education for the future, or just wanting information about the fastest growing education trend, we are happy to be of service to you. Distance Education Christ the Redeemer School Division in Okotoks Presently supports nearly 750 home educated students throughout the province. School of Hope We are a Catholic school which welcomes families from all faith backgrounds and walks of life. Our school serves the educational needs of families in all parts of Alberta. Events See also: Past Events in Alberta Field Trips Alberta Field Trips Educational places to visit in Alberta. Legal Information Alberta Regulation 145/2006 School Act Home Education Regulation On August 1, 2006, a new Home Education Regulation came into effect, furthering government's commitment to home education. Achievement Test Administration-Policy A student enrolled in a home education program shall complete the provincial achievement tests or an alternative form of assessment approved by the superintendent, in accordance with the Home Education Regulation, Alberta Regulation 126/99. Curriculum Handbooks for Parents Adobe Acrobat files for each grade level: General Version, Catholic Version and French Version for grades K-12. From the Alberta Government. Home Education Regulation A.R. 126/99 - Notification Form Notify the supervising board, or the supervising private school. Policy 1.1.2 - Home Education Education Programs and Services Policy Requirements; Policy, Regulations and Forms Manual for Alberta. Online Alberta Highschool Homeschoolers This list is for parents of Alberta highschool homeschoolers (teens are welcome too, of course!). We will discuss the special challenges of homeschooling through the highschool years. Alberta-hsparent This is a friendly group for Alberta Homeschooling parents to come and discuss homeschooling related joys, issues and questions. Central Alberta Homeschool Kids Our group is an online meeting place for homeschool kids in Central Alberta under the age of 18. Kids can chat, post upcoming events, or just express their feelings about homeschooling to their peer group. We request that everyone asks their parents for permission to join this group. Homeschool Kindergarten In Alberta Kindergarten is voluntary in the Province of Alberta, and is a wonderful time for families to explore and discover together. Publications Homeschooler's Guide An Alberta magazine published three times a year.  It is available for free both online and in print.  Some of the information contained on the website includes: school boards, provincial regulations, articles, resource links, activities, support groups, conferences and homeschool products/services. Resources Alberta Educational Sites A wealth of provincial resources for homeschoolers provided by AHBE. Home Education Information Package at Alberta Learning Alberta Learning, Special Programs Branch prepared this information package. Truelight Academy LDS homeschooling support and resources in Alberta. Utilize the Newspaper Gail Jansen is the "Newspapers in Education" Coordinator at the Medicine Hat News. She wants to provide teaching guides, workshops and other resources to Home Schooling Parents. Contact her at 528-8630 or . Wisdom Homeschooling Homeschool administrative umbrella organization. Site tries some fancy programming which doesn't always work. Support Groups CALGARY Calgary Homeschool Activities The purpose of this group is to facilitate the organization and coordination of homeschool activities and field trips in Calgary and surrounding region. Calgary Homeschool Preschool Parents live in or around Calgary, Alberta and are interested in ideas and support as they un-preschool or pre-homeschool their child who are not yet of school age (under 6 years old). Calgary Homeschoolers This is an email list for Alberta homeschoolers to talk about whatever they feel like talking about, with subjects ranging from homeschooling philosophies to the latest weather pattern. Roots Exclusive to supporting and assisting Christian Home Educators in the Calgary area. This site is intended to provide Roots members with information and resources to assist where possible. EDMONTON AREA Club de francais--Edmonton Homeschoolers A group for Edmonton and area homeschoolers who would like the opportunity to do things with other homeschoolers in French. Edmonton, Alberta and area Homeschoolers This is a very active and entertaining list for Edmonton area homeschoolers. We gather to discuss events and issues pertinent to homeschooling lives. We welcome local people of all approaches & philosophies to join us. Edmonton Catholic Home Educators Network ED-CHEN is a network of Catholic families in the Edmonton, Alberta area. It is a place for Catholic families to meet to exchange information about or organize Catholic events, speakers or home school field trips. Edmonton Homeschoolers This is a list for Edmonton area homeschoolers to gather and discuss events pertinent to homeschooling lives. Home-based Learning Society of Alberta HLSA is a non-profit society, organized by volunteers, that provides information and support to families that have children learning at home and in the community. We welcome families of all lifestyles, learning styles, ethnic and religious backgrounds. Society for the Homeschool Network of Edmonton Join SHiNE for information packed monthly meetings, exciting field trips, a fantastic newslet OTHER AREAS Barrhead Westlock Neerlandia Mothers A place for Christian mothers to interact, encourage, meet. Discuss homeschool curricula. Plan field trips and play dates. Organize penpals or e-pals. Fort Saskatchewan Homeschool Association We meet here to discuss events, issues, and offer support. We welcome local homeschoolers of all approaches and philosophies to join us. We have members from all over East Central Alberta. Home Educators of St. Albert and Area A support group for families choosing to Home Educate their children. Home Learning Support - Innisfail & Area This group was created to connect home educators and facilitate the organization and coordination of get togethers, homeschool activities and field trips in the Innisfail and surrounding areas including Bowden, Benalto, Delburne, Eckville, Markerville, Raven, Spruce View, Sundre, Sylvan Lake, Three Hills, Torrington, Trochu, Olds, Springbrook, and Penhold. Lethbridge Homeschoolers - Southern Alberta Homeschoolers This group was formed to support all home educating parents in Southern Alberta, including Lethbridge, Fort Macleod, Coaldale, Pincher Creek, Taber, and all other areas in this region. Parkland Homeschool Group A cooperative group of home educating families. Parkland offers support and assistance to families who are primarily responsible for the education of their children. Sherwood Park Homeschoolers It is open to all individuals who are presently homeschooling or who are planning on homeschooling their children. It is a great way to plan activities and to connect with other homeschoolers in your area.ter, and opportunities to meet lots of new friends! Support Group Lists Alberta LDS Homeschool Contacts Please send comments or suggestions to Edmonton and Area Support Groups Every effort has been made to ensure that the contact information is correct and up to date, please contact the webmaster of HSLA with any corrections. 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The Complete Home Learning Source Book : The Essential Resource Guide for Homeschoolers, Parents, and Educators Covering Every Subject from Arithmetic to Zoology by Rebecca Rupp This ambitious reference guide lives up to its name. Practically three inches thick--and we're not talking large print here--it's packed with titles, ordering information, and Web site addresses.   Home Learning Year by Year How to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School by Rebecca Rupp A structured plan to ensure that your children will learn what they need to know when they need to know it, from preschool through high school.   The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12 by Linda Dobson As a homeschooling parent, you're always looking for new and creative ways to teach your child the basics. Look no longer! Inside this innovative helper, you'll find kid-tested and parent-approved techniques for learning math, science, writing, history, manners, and more that you can easily adapt to your family's homeschooling needs.   Homeschooling : The Teen Years Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 13- To 18-Year Old by Cafi Cohen This book reveals the adventure and rewards as well as the special challenges of working with this age group. The Teenage Liberation Handbook How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education by Llewellyn, Grace Written primarily for teens who need to convince their parents they can teach themselves. 1998 Paperback   Homeschool Your Child for Free More Than 1,200 Smart, Effective, and Practical Resources for Home Education on the Internet and Beyond by LauraMaery Gold and Joan M. Zielinski The best sites for everything from reading-readiness activities for preschoolers to science projects for teens.     First Year of Homeschooling Your Child Your Complete Guide to Getting Off to the Right Start by Linda Dobson With the constant concern about the safety and quality of our nation's schools, many of today's families are opting to teach their children at home. The first hurdle these families face is getting started.   Homeschooling: The Early Years: Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 3- to 8- Year-Old Child by Linda Dobson The formative years are the most critical to a child's education. They lay the foundation for developing learning skills that last a lifetime.