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Arkansas Homeschooling Associations Home Educators of Arkansas HEAR provides accurate and current information to homeschoolers state-wide. Monitors and influences legislation that affects homeschoolers and coordinate grassroots endeavors of homeschoolers around the state to maintain the constitutional rights of parents to direct their children's education. Inclusive organization. [Site is getting dated. Is there a new one?] Events See also: Past Events in Arkansas Field Trips Arkansas Field Trips Educational places to visit in Arkansas. Legal Information Arkansas Education Code For Homeschooling AN A TO Z RESOURCE Not intended as legal advice. Laws for your information only. Alternate Test Site The homeschool law allows parents to arrange for their children to take the statemandated testing at an alternate test site. Students must still take the same test as is administered at the state sites, and the testing must take place in the state-mandated testing window (usually a two-week period starting mid-April). However, with an alternate site, you can choose the dates to test during the testing window, the place to test and the test administrators. Arkansas Department of Education Home School Office The primary responsibility of the Home School Office is to provide information and technical assistance on laws and regulations governing home schools to all interested persons. Forms available as .pdf files here. High School Course Requirements The minimum core of high school courses necessary for unconditional admission to two-year and four-year state colleges in Arkansas. How To Fill Out Notice of Intent to Home School and Waiver Forms The Notice of Intent to Home School, referred to as the Letter of Intent by home schoolers, is available at your local Superintendent's office. From HEAR. Procedure for Obtaining a Driver's License At the time of the written test, a parent or legal guardian must accompany the student and present a birth certificate and a notarized copy of the current notice of intent to home school. From HEAR. State Testing Procedures From HEAR, by Bill Ballard. Frequently asked questions about testing requirements for homeschoolers in Arkansas. Online Ambleside Moms In Arkansas A statewide Charlotte Mason homeschool support group for mothers in Arkansas using (at least some parts of) Ambleside Online and/or House of Education Online. ARkansas HOMe Educators Mailing List We are diverse; but, the thread that is woven through all our lives and so connects us is our love for our children and our commitment to Home Education in Arkansas. ArkansasHSnews This is the place to find out "What's Going On In Arkansas For Homeschoolers". This group is for all homeschooling families in Arkansas and surrounding states. Arkansas Oklahoma Pagan Homeschool NEW We are here to share homeschooling information for our children. Share lesson plans, information, or ask questions. We are here to help each other out. ArkansasUnschoolers This group is for people who live in Arkansas or nearby who use the "unschooling" philosophy to homeschooling their children. This group will be used to provide support to each other, make connections with each other, and attempt to help provide answers to those who have question about unschooling. NWAHomeschool Primarily for homeschoolers in Northwest Arkansas, but open to everyone. For sharing of teaching ideas, tips, problems, accomplishments, etc. Unschoolers of the Ozarks If you "unschool, except for math", come hang out with us. You might just find yourself letting that go, too. Of course, anyone willing to wear an "Unskooled Sins Berth" t-shirt to homeschool testing day is someone we'd like to meet! Resources 2003-4 Arkansas Homeschool Resource Directory Homepage HEAR's online booklet for those new to homeschooling, or those needing to check out the latest information. Arkansas Home Educators Athletic Association NWA Knights' home on the web. Computer Software Governor Huckabee has directed IMPAC Learning Systems to make their teaching software available for home schoolers at similar rates to those charged for public schools. A CAP page. Educators Book Depository Books no longer used by schools may be bought for a song at this state-run depository located in Little Rock. Pulaski County Home Education Athletic Association PCHEA began in 1995. It was started by parents interested in providing a program that would emphasize character development and provide healthy athletic competition for homeschoolers. Our team name is the "Flames." Special Needs Resources Local School District: Homeschooled students receiving special education services at the time they withdraw from public school are eligible to continue those services. From CAP. Support Groups CENTRAL ARKANSAS Growing Minds in White County, AR A non-religious homeschooling group in White County Arkansas. All people are welcome, regardless of race or religion. We strive to offer lots of activities for homeschoolers in Searcy/White County area. Hot Springs Home Schoolers NEW This is a general place to post activities or events that might be of interest to local area home school families... We can also post to buy/sell/trade books as needed. KONOS Central Arkansas Teachers Society NEW A Christian Homeschool Co-op group that is invitation only. We accept inquiries about our group and welcome other Christian Konos homeschooling families to look in to joining us. Live and Learn We welcome all homeschoolers, regardless of race, religion, gender or educational philosophy. We are an open and inclusive homeschooling community group from the Central Arkansas area. Yahoo Group. North Arkansas Christian Homeschool Organization This group is a communication list for homeschooling families in North-Central Arkansas and centrally located in Independence County. LITTLE ROCK Home Educators of Greater Little Rock (Home Ed) A local support group for Little Rock area homeschoolers. Currently, our group is made up of over 450 families and over 1,000 homeschooled students. We are the largest local homeschool group in Arkansas. Home School Zone Little Rock. A place for families to gather in a free and open environment where children always have a free choice whether that is pursuing an activity or just hanging out. NORTHWEST ARKANSAS Education Association of Christian Homeschoolers NEW EACH is a group in NW Arkansas that provides support and encouragement to those who wish to educate their children at home, while providing the opportunity for children to participate in classes/ social activities that will enrich their personal lives. The Learning Alternative We are a diverse group of families learning at home in Northwest Arkansas. Some in the group are traditional homeschoolers, while others use K12 through the virtual school. Northwest Arkansas Christian Home Educator's Association NWACHEA exists to provide information, encouragement, and support for parents who choose to educate their children at home. NW Arkansas Homeschool Social Events NEW a great group for families who choose to educate their children at home in Northwest Arkansas. Our group plans play days, field trips, and other educational activities regularly. All homeschooling families are welcome. St. Gabriel's Catholic Homeschool Group NEW We are a Roman Catholic homeschooling group in the Northwest Arkansas area. This is a forum for sharing information with other Catholic homeschoolers in the area and for planning events for our families. FORT SMITH Believers Homeschool Association Fort Smith. The purpose of this association shall be to advance the interests of Christian home educators by all lawful means. Family Association for Instruction and Teaching at Home F.A.I.T.H. is a Christian support group for homeschooling families in the greater Fort Smith, Arkansas area including parts of eastern Oklahoma. Yahoo Group. Home School Friends Network Provides a central location for all local home schoolers to find information, resources, activities and support! We are also working to provide new activities, clubs and academic competitions for all homeschoolers in the greater Fort Smith area. SOUTHERN ARKANSAS Home Educated And Righteously Trained H.E.A.R.T. is a homeschool support group that serves El Dorado, Arkansas and the surrounding areas. We have approximately 47 families in our group. Email links on this page are protected from spammers' harvesting by putting the addresses in JavaScript. To find out how to easily do this on your site, visit Joe Maller's site. Support Group Lists Arkansas State and Local Support Groups Listing provided by HEAR. the Family Council.

A to Z DVD Library DVD rental and purchase store.   Recommended books to help you explore homeschooling   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.