by CHEWV | Aug 19, 2021 | Articles, History
Aah. Parents are busily deciding what to do this fall for the education of their children. Homeschool? Private school? Public school? Parents are deciding. Parents can decide! This is reason to celebrate! Not too long ago, they would have had no choice at all, for...
by CHEWV | Jun 2, 2021 | Articles, College, High School
Early summer is the perfect time to contact local schools about PSAT options in the fall. Both private and public schools may have options for homeschool testers. Don’t wait until the last minute to inquire and reserve a spot for your student! Find out information...
by CHEWV | Jun 2, 2021 | Articles, Assessments, Portfolios, Testing
Remember that the second consecutive year that a homeschooled student does not make “acceptable progress” on their annual homeschool assessment, the parent or instructor must submit “additional evidence” of appropriate instruction TO THE COUNTY. What is “acceptable...
by CHEWV | May 4, 2021 | Articles, Assessments, Portfolios, Testing
Are assessments required only in 3rd, 5th, 8th and 11th grades? NO. Assessments are required every homeschooling year! Since this continues to be misunderstood, we appreciate all support group and social media influencers who pass the word. Do assessments have to be...
by CHEWV | Mar 10, 2021 | Articles, Legislative, WV Law
If you’ve attended CHEWV’s Homeschooling 101 classes, you’ve heard us emphasize something: WV homeschool law 18-8-1(c)(2) is an exemption to WV’s compulsory attendance law. WV children who turn 6 before July 1st of any calendar year are required to attend public...
by CHEWV | Feb 8, 2021 | Articles, Blog, Legislative
WV homeschooling is currently home-based, privately funded, and parent-directed. Because homeschoolers do not receive public funds, tax credit legislation is the best way to provide financial help to homeschoolers. Claiming school expenses as tax credits would provide...
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