Choosing a Better Way

We’re all aware of recently publicized comments about homeschoolers – that they cost the public schools money, teachers’ jobs, and the ability to provide quality school programs.  Part of the concern from some public school officials centers on the...
CHEWV Meets With Dr. Paine

CHEWV Meets With Dr. Paine

In response to WV Superintendent of Schools Steve Paine’s comments late last week, John Carey (CHEWV’s legislative liaison) quickly arranged a meeting with State Superintendent Paine.  Also in attendance were two leading members of the State Board of...
Choosing the County Report or the Progress Report

Choosing the County Report or the Progress Report

The homeschooling law requires that assessment results be submitted to the county when students are in grades 3, 5, 8 and 11.  For those students, our County Report (formerly called Report to the Superintendent) is appropriate.  Since ALL STUDENTS must still be...

Misleading News Targets WV Homeschooling

by John Carey, CHEWV’s Legislative Liaison A recent WVNews article by Kailee Gallahan claims that “homeschooling cuts over $2 million from Harrison School systems funding.”  In the article, Harrison County public school officials accuse homeschoolers of costing...