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Books About Virginia for Young Folks
 
Fun With the Family in Virginia : Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips With the Kids
(Fun With the Family in Virginia, 4th Ed)
by Candyce H. Stapen
(Paperback - May 2002)
 
Our Strange New Land : Elizabeth 's Diary, Jamestown, Virginia, 1609
Our Strange New Land : Elizabeth 's Diary, Jamestown, Virginia, 1609 (My America)
by Patricia Hermes
Through a season of death and disease, confusion, and many thrilling adventures, spunky Elizabeth will hold the attention of every young reader.
 
The Starving Time: Elizabeth 's Diary, Book Two, Jamestown, Virginia, 1609
The Starving Time: Elizabeth 's Diary, Book Two, Jamestown, Virginia, 1609
(My America)
by Patricia Hermes
Facing new challenges, Lizzie records in her second diary the colony1s day-by-day struggle for survival as it faces a harsh winter and a scarcity of food. But with spring, a new ship sails up the river, bringing hope andÐbest of allÐbringing Lizzie her brother Caleb.
 

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Associations

Home Educators Association of Virginia
A statewide, non-profit, member-supported association which has provided information, legislation and resources to all of Virginia 's homeschooling families from a Biblical worldview.

The Organization of Virginia Homeschoolers
(VaHomeschoolers) was formerly known as Virginia Home Education Association (VHEA). VaHomeschoolers is your fully inclusive, member directed, and volunteer driven state association. VaHomeschoolers is neutral in matters of religion and partisan politics; homeschooling is our only agenda.

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Demographics

Home-Schooled Students and Religious Exemptions
Shows by school district.
School Year Date
Posted
Homeschooled
Students
Religious Exemptions
2011-12 6/29/12 25,255 6,809
2010-11 12/16/10 24,682 7,296
2009-10 12/9/09 23,290 7,020
2008-09 2/4/09 22,621 6,948
2007-08 11/20/07 20,694 6,622
2006-07 11/14/06 20,240 6,691
2005-06 7/8/06 18,693 6,354
2004-05 12/28/04 17,448 5,804
2003-04 3/3/04 18,102 5,628
2002-03 2/18/03 16,542 5,479
2001-02 2/18/03 16,268 4,853

Home Instruction--2000 Fall Membership
Demographics from the Virginia Home Education Association.
2000-01 14,323 4,476

Events

VaHomeschoolers Conference and Resource Fair
March 22 - 23, 2013. The Cultural Arts Center, Glen Allen, VA. Featured Speakers: Robert Krampf, Karim Kai Ani, and Brett Brunner.

See also: Past Events in Virginia

Field Trips

Virginia Field Trips
Educational places to visit in Virginia.

Legal Information

Virginia Education Code For Homeschooling
AN A TO Z RESOURCE
Not intended as legal advice. Laws for your information only.

July 2008 Legal Update

FAQs about 2008 Changes to Home Instruction Statute
Effective July 1, 2008, amendments to the laws concerning annual reporting and testing/evaluation will become law. What do these changes mean for your family?

Home Instruction in Virginia
In Virginia, parents must ensure that a child attends school in compliance with the state compulsory attendance law as specified in 22.1-254 of the Code of Virginia when the child has reached his 5th birthday on or before September 30 of any school year and has not passed his 18th birthday.

Letter of Intent

The Notice of Intent is due to your local Superintendent by August 15th.

Notice of Intent to Homeschool
You may print and fill out this form to provide notice that you are going to homeschool your children in Virginia.

Notice of Intent to Homeschool
Here 's a printable copy of this form, updated for July 2008 and beyond, from HEAV.

Approved Correspondence Courses

Notice Regarding Approval of Correspondence Courses in Virginia Effective July 1, 2008 -- During the 2008 General Assembly Session, HB 767 was passed. This law, effective July 1, 2008, eliminated certain requirements in 22.1-254.1 of the Code of Virginia, including the option that allowed parents to enroll their children in correspondence courses approved by the Superintendent of Public Instruction for purposes of meeting the statutory requirements for home instruction. Because of these changes in the law, the Superintendent of Public Instruction will no longer be required to approve these courses and this department will no longer maintain a list of approved correspondence courses on its Website as of July 1, 2008.

Evaluation

Choosing Standardized Tests
Standardized test publishers regulate the use of their tests closely in order to protect the reliability of their norms. Thus, they do not sell tests directly to the public, including homeschool parents. Review by HEAV.

Homeschool Evaluation and Testing Services
List of resources with links and descriptions from VaHomeschoolers.

Pros & Cons: Standardized Testing vs. Portfolio Evaluations
Are you a homeschooling parent thinking about what to send to your local school division by August 1? In my unscientific analysis, I have noted that those new to homeschooling are apprehensive about this issue; those new to homeschooling in Virginia are also apprehensive about this issue; and those who 've become seasoned homeschoolers in Virginia aren 't any too thrilled with the issue either.

Online

Arc-homeschool
Appalachian Regional Cooperative is an inclusive group of homeschoolers in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Culture at Home
An African American homeschool support group in the Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia area with an emphasis on the older homeschooled student.

Families News
This is a group of homeschool families who want to encourage each other and share information, events, curriculum, fieldtrip ideas and also to be in service to Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Heathen Homeschoolers
A support group for Northern Virginia homeschoolers who identify with the heathen label. We are pagans, atheists, agnostics, Unitarian Universalists, secularists, and humanists -- some of us defy labels altogether. Members required to have a sense of humor.

HomeschoolActivities-VA-DC-MD
We are a clearinghouse for activities, events and field trips for homeschool families and visitors to the Washington, D.C., metro area including Maryland and Virginia suburbs as well as points far beyond. Members are welcome to post homeschool activities, but this is not a discussion board.

Homeschool Resources
This group is set up to inform all homeschoolers about local and current events that are happening in your area or surrounding areas in the state of VA, Maryland and DC.

Homeschool-va-chat
Site for homeschoolers in Virginia who wish to share ideas and chat with each other.

MD_DC_VA_Educators
This groups exists to create an online forum to share resources, activities, ideas, and support among the homeschooling community to include the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan area, Virginia, Delaware and Pennsylvania.

The Organization of Virginia Homeschoolers Blog
The blog is our way of giving you more of the great things that you love about VaHomeschoolers. Read interesting thoughts about homeschooling in Virginia and posts by favorite Voice authors. Receive timely legislative information and deadline reminders. Find out when new information has been added to the website and keep up-to-date on special VaHomeschoolers events and opportunities.

REACHomeschoolemail
This information is for members of REACH that will help them in their homeschooling adventure. REACH will post a newsletter regarding events and so forth the beginning of each month.

Sankofa Homeschool Community
Sankofa is a community of homeschooling families of color, with members in DC, Maryland and VA, and as far north as Baltimore. We are religiously diverse and our members use a variety of homeschooling methods.

VaEclecticHomeschool
For in-depth discussion of issues affecting homeschooling, and for news about media articles and programs, proposed legislation, research, conferences and other information of interest to Virginia homeschoolers. [Note: this is their NEW link as of 7/05]

Virginia LDS Homeschooling
This group is a place to ask for ideas and advice, share information and inspiration. It is a place where members show each other respect for differences of perspective and opinion.

Publications

Virginia Homeschool Manual
A Comprehensive Guide to Home Education in Virginia. CD included. Published by HEAV, from a Christian perspective. $59.95, with $10 discount for members.

Resources

Holy Family Homeschool Group of Northern Virginia
A support group for families who choose to educate their children at home in Northern Virginia (a suburban area of Washington, DC).

Home School Sports Network
Sportsmanship the way God Intended; Sponsors State-Wide Tournaments. Ultimate Fun for the Whole Family; Sports That Won 't Run Your Life; Encourages "Once-A-Week" Practices

Moore Expressions
The largest homeschool bookstore in Virginia, Moore Expressions currently operates out of a 3,000 square foot store front located at 6070 Indian River Road Suite 110, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464. 

SHARENET
Provides free, twice-monthly email newsletter of ideas, activities and information for Northern Virginia homeschooling families. Contact: SHARENET@att.net

Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools
The commonwealth 's expectations for student learning and achievement in grades K-12 in English, mathematics, science, history/social science, technology, the fine arts, foreign language, health and physical education, and driver education.

The Story of Virginia - An American Experience - Virginia Historical Society
From the pre-Clovis people to modern times.

Young People 's Theatre
A theatre company for homeschooled children in Northern Virginia. Two to three productions annually.

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Recommended books to help you Homeschool
 
First Year of Homeschooling Your Child: our Complete Guide to Getting Off to the Right Start
First Year of Homeschooling Your Child:
Your Complete Guide to Getting Off to the Right Start
by Linda Dobson
Many of today's families are opting to teach their children at home. The first hurdle these families face is getting started.
kindle edition
 
Home Learning Year by Year
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.
kindle edition
 
Homeschooling the Child with Autism: Answers to the Top Questions Parents and Professionals Ask
Homeschooling the Child with Autism:
Answers to the Top Questions Parents and Professionals Ask
by Patricia Schetter, et al
This practical, highly accessible guide answers parents' and professionals' questions about teaching children with autism spectrum disorders at home.
 
The Unschooling Handbook: How to Use the Whole World As Your Child's Classroom
The Unschooling Handbook:
How to Use the Whole World As Your Child's Classroom
by Mary Griffith
Unschooling is a homeschooling method based on the belief that kids learn best when allowed to pursue their natural curiosities and interests.
kindle edition
 
Homeschooling for Dummies
Homeschooling for Dummies
by Jennifer Kaufeld
If, like many parents, you're wondering whether homeschooling can be the solution you're looking for, then you'll be happy to know that the answer is yes.
kindle edition
 
101 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum
100 Top Picks For Homeschool Curriculum:
Choosing The Right Curriculum And Approach For Your Child's Learning Style
by Cathy Duffy
Christian. Widely-recognized curriculum expert Cathy Duffy walks you through the curriculum selection process.
 
Home Schooling Children with Special Needs (3rd Edition)
Home Schooling Children with Special Needs
(3rd Edition)
by Sharon Hensley
This book would be very helpful to any homeschooling parent with a "high needs" child, whether or not the child has a disability label.
 
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas:
500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12
by Linda Dobson
Kid-tested and parent-approved techniques for learning math, science, writing, history, manners, and more for your homeschooling needs.
kindle edition
 
Making the Grade: Everything Your 3rd Grader Needs to Know
Making the Grade
Everything Your 3rd Grader Needs to Know
by Micki Pflug
The book gives parents guiding principles for teaching reading, writing, math, social studies, and science. Other grades on this link, too.
 
Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner
Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner
by Kathy Kuhl
Covers children with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and other difficulties.
 
Creative Home Schooling: A Resource Guide for Smart Families
Creative Home Schooling:
A Resource Guide for Smart Families
by Lisa Rivero
Features interviews and tips from many homeschool parents as well as long lists of resources.
 
Homeschooling : The Teen Years
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.
kindle edition
 
Free Range Learning: How Homeschooling Changes Everything
Free Range Learning
How Homeschooling Changes Everything
by Laura Grace Weldon
Eye-opening data about the meaning and importance of natural learning.
kindle edition
 
Detective Science: 40 Crime-Solving, Case-Breaking, Crook-Catching Activities for Kids
Detective Science
40 Crime-Solving, Case-Breaking, Crook-Catching Activities for Kids
by Pam Walker, Elaine Wood
Like real-life forensic scientists, students observe carefully, organize and record data, think critically, and conduct simple test to solve crimes ranging from theft and dog-napping to vandalism and water pollution.
 
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