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2023 Legislative Session: Takeaways

2023 Legislative Session: Takeaways

by CHEWV | Apr 6, 2023 | HSDC, Legislative, News, Uncategorized

During Home School Day at the Capitol, several CHEWV families gathered in the House Education Committee room to review how a bill becomes a law. We highlighted how difficult it is to write an effective law while avoiding unintended negative consequences. We also...

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Let’s Have HSDC In the Spring!

Let’s Have HSDC In the Spring!

by CHEWV | Apr 4, 2019 | Articles, Blog, Home School Day at the Capitol

We know what it’s like!  After early morning travel on precarious roads, we finally make it to Capitol parking - three blocks away!  The early February wind whips through our dress pants and sends shivers down to our freezing feet as we trudge to the Capitol entrance...

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Our First Home School Day at the Capitol

Our First Home School Day at the Capitol

by CHEWV | Mar 6, 2018 | Articles, Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC, Legislative

And What We Have Learned From the 2018 Legislative Session by Kelli Allen Our family participated in Home School Day at the Capitol (HSDC) for the first time this year. As rookies, we weren't quite sure what to expect so we were grateful that CHEWV organized it so...

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Opened Doors – A WV Legislative Report

Opened Doors – A WV Legislative Report

by CHEWV | Jan 19, 2018 | Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC, Legislative, News

...from Michael P. Donnelly, Esq. Staff Attorney Director of Global Outreach HSLDA Despite inclement weather and flight delays, I was delighted to meet this week with some of the highest-ranking legislators in West Virginia to discuss improved opportunities for...

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Yes, I’d Like to Make a Difference…

Yes, I’d Like to Make a Difference…

by CHEWV | Jan 9, 2018 | Articles, Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC

...With My Legislator!  How Do I Do It? Several approaches serve to connect effectively with your senator, delegates, and governor.  Depending on your personality type, the issue at hand, your comfort level, and the time available, you may prefer personal visits,...

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Is HSDC Still Important?

Is HSDC Still Important?

by CHEWV | Dec 4, 2017 | Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC, News

You’ve already braved the weather, taken the tours, attended the session, and spoken with your delegates and senator in previous years. Why spend another day doing it again? If you are interested in protecting the freedom of parents to home-educate their children,...

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Tips For Lobbying State Legislators

Tips For Lobbying State Legislators

by CHEWV | Feb 4, 2017 | Articles, Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC, Legislative, News

It's Simpler Than You Probably Think by John Carey, CHEWV's Legislative Liaison Visiting the State Capitol When visiting the State Capitol, make sure to drop by your representatives’ offices and introduce yourself and your family. A simple meeting, in and of itself,...

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Why WV Homeschoolers Make Good Lobbyists

Why WV Homeschoolers Make Good Lobbyists

by CHEWV | Jan 6, 2017 | Articles, Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC, Legislative, News

by John Carey, CHEWV's Legislative Liaison With an excellent reputation at the Capitol, members of Christian Home Educators of West Virginia have been consistently rated by past state legislators as very effective lobbyists.  The last two elections, however, have...

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Celebrating Veterans Day

by Melody Sheppard | Nov 3, 2016 | Articles, Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC, Legislative

On November 11th, we will have opportunity to teach our children about patriotism, service, and sacrifice. As a veteran Marine, the daughter of a Marine, and the wife of a retired Marine, I have learned that the most important thing a family can do for Veterans Day is...

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HSDC – A Blessing and Responsibility

HSDC – A Blessing and Responsibility

by Melody Sheppard | Feb 7, 2016 | Home School Day at the Capitol, HSDC, News

Homeschool Day at the Capitol - A Blessing and Responsibility Undeterred by the historic winter storm Jonas, homeschoolers from around West Virginia converged on Charleston for Homeschool Day at the Capitol on January 25th, including a number of parents with children...

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Homeschooling Goals for Next Year

Homeschooling Goals for Next Year

May 8, 2025

by Kim Kincell My homeschoolers are all graduated now. Looking back, what would I say is the most important thing as you younger moms plan your upcoming school years? As with nearly all veteran homeschool parents I know, I have no regrets related to prep for college...

Meet Our Newest Board Members

Meet Our Newest Board Members

May 8, 2025

Join us as we welcome Justin and Amber Morris to the CHEWV board. We are already grateful for the work they have done the past several years with CHEWV’s 101 resources as well as the Table Discussions videos. Justin and Amber have been happily married for seventeen...

John Carey Honored

John Carey Honored

Apr 9, 2025

During the Homeschool Day rally at the State Capitol, the following remarks were delivered by James Summers to honor and thank our dear friend, John Carey, for his decades of cheerful and inspiring service on behalf of three generations of West Virginia families....

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