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New York Homeschooling Associations APPLE Family & Homeschool Group This state-wide group welcomes children at all its functions. They help set up affiliated inclusive support groups in communities. Families Restoring Educationl Emancipation in NY FREE is a diverse coalition of families who believe that it is both their responsibility and their inalienable right as parents to direct the education of their children -- FREE -- from government oversight.  New York Home Educators' Network We are New York State homeschoolers past, present, and future, from seasoned veterans to newcomers. We are a diverse group with different views, and we accept members regardless of their approaches to homeschooling. New York State Loving Education at Home LEAH requires a statement of faith from its leaders and in some of their chapters, by choice of local leadership. Parents Instructing Challenged Children PICC is a network of parents home schooling, or thinking about home schooling, their handicapped child in the State of New York. Events See also: Past Events in New York Field Trips New York Field Trips Educational places to visit in New York. Legal Information New York Education Code For Homeschooling AN A TO Z PAGE Not intended as legal advice. Laws for your information only. Current New York State Government Issues A number of issues which affect homeschoolers are currently being discussed in New York State government. NYHEN. Home Instruction in New York State Summary of regulations and services provided and not provided by the state of New York. Interview with John Munson Mary Nix interviews John Munson, a longtime volunteer with the New York Home Educator's Network, about his work with the group and about the homeschool legal climate in New York. HEM N/D 06 Questions and Answers on Home Instruction Answered by the New York State Education Department. The Q&A clarifies lots of issues, such as who is allowed to administer the required assessments, the rights of parents of children with special needs, participation in public school extracurricular activities (at the discretion of the school district), part-time enrollment (not allowed in general, except for very special cases), etc. Online Catholic Homeschoolers of York This list is limited only to those who are members of the Catholic Homeschoolers of York. You must join the off-line support group before you can join the email group. Families Unschooling iN NY FUNNY is for families in New York who are unschooling ~ that means they are not "doing school" at home, but living a rich, full life and learning through life. Funschooling An e-mail list for the Fingerlakes Unschoolers Network. HomeSchoolNY Join the homeschooling email world and be part of the email community. Cattaraugus, Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Allegany, Wayne, Oswego, Monroe, Chautauqua counties and more! McKean and Potter Counties. Jewish Home Educators of New York City A meeting place for homeschooling or unschooling Jewish parents (or those just thinking about it) living in or around New York City. Northern New York Homeschoolers This list is for all homeschoolers/unschoolers in Northern New York. NY-alert A list for homeschoolers in NY to network with each other and with concerned homeschoolers in other states, to discuss legislative and regulatory issues. Moderated by Linda Dobson. Resources Alternatives Federal Credit Union A youth credit union. It is run by and for youth - the staff and tellers and loan officers are aged 18 and under. Apple Chess Club The club will be expanding throughout New York state, as we grow. Currently, the first meetings will be in Western Suffolk area. Meetings are currently semi-monthly to monthly (varying). 826NYC Dedicated to helping students, ages 6-18, develop their writing skills. Every day our center is full with students who walk in after school and get direct, one-on-one attention from volunteer tutors. And it's all free. 372 Fifth Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11215. Genesee Community Charter School Located at the Rochester Museum & Science Center, this charter school provides a rich educational experience that values intellectual rigor, respect for diversity, and community responsibility. Active parent participation expected. Homeschooling in New York City Here is our journey of coming to the homeschool decision, going about our days, trudging through NY State's homeschool rules and regulations, and using all NYC has to offer! We unschool and there's just no better place to live! Lilac Children's Garden Rochester. Offers weekly classes in a Waldorf environment which supplements and inspires members' homeschool activities. New York State Assembly - Kids Page What is the Assembly? Who is my Assembly Member? Virtual tour. Famous Assembly Members. New York ­ A State Unit Study This mini unit on NEW YORK uses the cross curricular approach to education. There are several activities from different academic subjects for you to choose from. School Choice Party A political party in New York State dedicated to the idea that parents, not government bureaucrats, should choose their children's school. State Assessment NY State Education department site for the all exams. Questions answered.

Recommended books to help you explore homeschooling   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.   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.   Best Selling Homeschooling Books