WV SMART529 Essay Contest
For over a decade, the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office and SMART529 have been helping children dream big and save for their future with the SMART529 When I Grow Up essay contest. West Virginia homeschoolers in grades K-5 can enter to win $5,000 in a SMART529...
2019 Legislative Session Preview
Getting Prepared by John Carey, CHEWV's Legislative Liaison The 60 Day Regular Legislative Session begins on January 9th. Here are some links to keep you in the loop as the session progresses, as well as a secret weapon that only a loving parent can employ. Contact...
Homeschoolers to Gather at Capitol
Join homeschoolers from all around the state on Thursday, January 31st, for Home School Day at the Capitol (HSDC). Meet us first in the upper rotunda under the CHEWV banner, where we’ll gladly check you in and give you helpful information. We’ll also show you where...
PROMISE Eligibility
5 Things to Know Changes in PROMISE scholarship eligibility requirements for homeschoolers, effective July 2018, are now being implemented. Here are some key things homeschoolers should know about the changes. No more GED. Homeschool graduates are no longer required...
Parents Initiate Sports Opportunity
In North Carolina, Florida, and Texas, competitive homeschool sports leagues have garnered attention and respect comparable to that of public school teams. However, in most states - especially those as rural as West Virginia - developing homeschool leagues has proven...
In Honor of Roger Sherman
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15 Indeed, one of His saints entered into His presence June 21st. Roger Sherman was one of CHEWV's founding board members and a pioneer in the modern homeschool movement. Since 1990, Roger,...
Driver’s License Change Takes Effect
Editor's Note: Additional legislative changes were made in 2022, as reflected in this newer article: https://chewv.org/drivers-license-clarifications Driver’s license requirements for homeschoolers have changed as of May 31, 2018. Prospective drivers no longer need to...
Perfect Opportunity for High School Students
CHEWV’s College Fair and CFWV Financial Aid Workshop on May 19th is a great opportunity for your high school student! Besides the CFWV focal point workshop, multiple college admissions counselors will be available in one room at one time. It’s like making multiple...
Victory! Bills Signed!
This week Governor Justice signed two important homeschool bills: Senate Bill 319 and Senate Bill 364. Promise Scholarship The passage of SB 319 means homeschooled students will no longer have to take the TASC in order to qualify for the Promise Scholarship! The...
Wait! Does That Test Meet WV Code?
While the myriad of testing choices available to parents may offer more flexibility, they come with an equal dose of responsibility. Recent ads to WV families have promoted online and traditional versions of the Stanford test - some of which do not meet state code. ...
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