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Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Georgia M-Z

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. In Georgia there are many homeschooling groups as well as many homeschooling classes, and programs for students. This third installment covers homeschooling groups and resources in GA covering H-L. Find A-G here and H-L here. Master’s Academy of Fine Arts School (MAFA) The Master’s Academy program is divided into two full fine arts schools designed specifically for home schooled children ages K-5th grade and students in 6th – 12th grade. Meeting just one day … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Florida Q-Z

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Florida is a state with a wealth of resources to compliment it’s large homeschool population. This installment includes homeschooling resources from Florida Q-Z. Sacred Heart of Jesus Home Educators Orlando, FL – Our primary purpose as members of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Home Educators support group is to offer encouragement to one another – both spiritually … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Florida I-P

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Florida is a state with a wealth of resources to compliment it’s large homeschool population. This installment includes homeschooling resources from Florida I-P. Learning & Families Home education with a decidedly Christian focus. Manatee/Sarasota LIFE of Central Florida Orlando – Learning in Freedom Everyday – an intentional community of diverse homeschooling families. Our membership gathers together for … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Florida D-H

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Florida is a state with a wealth of resources to compliment it’s large homeschool population. This installment includes homeschooling resources from Florida D-H. ExaminedLife The Examined Life is a support network for homeschooling families in Miami-Dade County, Florida. They also welcome families from Monroe and Broward. They provide park days, field-trips, an excellent enrichment co-op, several clubs, … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Groups and Resources in Florida A-C

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Florida is a state with a wealth of resources to compliment it’s large homeschool population. This installment includes homeschooling resources from Florida A-C. Alternative Homeschool Educators – We are a homeschool group based in South Florida. We are eclectic homeschoolers who believe in the Earth’s spirit, kindness, and respect for all homeschooling styles and religions. We offer … Continue reading →

Homeschoolers and Sports Teams

Tim Tebow didn’t let rules against homeschoolers playing High School football in Oklahoma stop him. Instead, he played football for Nease High School in Jacksonville Florida. This led to winning a Scholarship to Flordia State and also a Heisman Trophy. He just finished his fourth season with the Patriots. Many homeschoolers, myself included run into problems when happily homeschooled children become restless teens. They want to hang out with friends. They want to participate in athletics. They want clubs, and associations that are available in high schools. Many families make the decision to forgo homeschooling in exchange for a “normal” … Continue reading →

An Effort to Court Florida Homeschoolers Falls Short

“Pasco County (Florida) teacher Mike Maynard also stood at the podium and told parents their children would receive a better education in public schools — a statement that sent a rumble of angry laughter through the crowd.”(Tampa Tribune) Florida schools are not being shy about trying to get homeschoolers to come back to school. The parents of 760 homeschooled students in Pasco County were invited to a meeting last Thursday in an effort to woo the families back into public school. Fewer than 30 parents attended the meeting, and they were not in a good mood. Many parents scolded the … Continue reading →

Homeschooling Resource of the Day: 10/01/07

Welcome to another edition of homeschooling resource of the day. As always, if you see something you want changed, you have something you would like added, or know of something that should be featured please feel free to leave me a comment. Today’s website is National Library of Virtual Manipulatives. I used this site when I tutored college students in algebra. I also use it with Jonathan. It has grades K-12 manipulatives/puzzles in four categories; numbers and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability. It’s a fun way to learn about and explore different areas of math. Word of … Continue reading →

Homeschooling is Good says Florida Governor

Charlie Crist Governor of Florida took a look at homeschooling, and said it was good. A proclamation was issued on March 25, 2007. Here is an excerpt. “WHEREAS, the State of Florida is committed to excellence in education and to public policy that strengthens the family and recognizes parental choice in pursuit of that excellence and the importance of parental involvement in education… I Charlie Crist, Governor of the state of Florida, do hereby extend greetings and best wished to all observing April 1-7, 2007 as Home Education Week….” So homeschoolers were not only recognized in 2007, but were also … Continue reading →

Homeschool Laws for Florida

I am continuing the series started a few bloggers ago, regarding home schooling laws in each state. I plan to blog about them alphabetically, however, if you’re in Wyoming, you don’t have to wait for me to post the information! Just leave a comment letting me know where you are. This is not legal advice. As someone who lives in a state that is highly regulated, I cannot emphasize enough the need for you to advocate for yourself and make a point to know your state laws. While the school district will most likely provide you with a printed copy … Continue reading →