Are People the Problem?
by John Carey, CHEWV Legislative Liaison The battle to pass the Education Reform Bill was passionately fought on both sides. While the side that supported more freedom and greater options for parents, children, and local communities won a victory, the side that...
Graduation 2019
With our largest class ever, the 2019 CHEWV Graduation was a celebration of God's blessing on 21 young adults from all across the Mountain State. Whether you were able to attend or not, we hope you enjoy this picture gallery of our special afternoon. [gallery...
WVUP Hosts Science Labs for Homeschoolers
Since lab sciences are prerequisite for college admissions, CHEWV was delighted that WVUP willingly offered high school level science labs to homeschoolers last month. Here's the icing on the cake: they offered the labs, with materials, at no charge! In March,...
The Special Session Has Begun
by John Carey, CHEWV's Legislative Liaison As soon as the West Virginia Legislature adjourned at midnight on the last day of the 60-day regular session, the legislature was called into a special session to discuss what the Governor has called “Education Betterment.”...
The 2019 Regular Session Was Anything But Quiet
The 2019 WV Legislative Session began with an effort in the Senate to improve public education by introducing Charter Schools - an effort that died in the House after teachers went on strike to protest. In a surprising move, the Tim Tebow bill was discharged on the...
Capitol Report Update 2/12/2019
by John Carey, CHEWV’s Legislative Liaison Where Things Stand on SB 451 As of This Morning SB451 passed out of the House Finance Committee early this morning and will be on Second Reading Wednesday. In this morning’s committee meeting, the Chair unsuccessfully...
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...
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