Help for Homeschoolers

The library has a wide selection of materials to assist homeschoolers. Check our catalog at http://libcat.ci.hickory.nc.us/#focus. There are also materials on the Parenting Shelf that will assist in planning curriculum and other needs.

Local Organizations

A.C.E. Homeschoolers

ACE (Administering Children's Education) is a newsletter and support group for homeschooling families in and around Catawba County. They also welcome those who are thinking about homeschooling. Contact ACE at ACEsupportgroup@charter.net.

PATH (Parents Advocating Teaching at Home)

PATH is a group of Unifour Area homeschoolers, advocating individual choice and freedom in education, serving those families who choose to homeschool by networking through activities, events, newsletters and yahoo groups. All members are encouraged to organize and/or participate in PATH activities that best meet their needs.

 

State Agencies

North Carolina Division of Non-Public Education

DNPE is the only legislatively authorized NC state government office giving oversight to private elementary/secondary schools in North Carolina.  It derives its authority from Chapter 115C, Article 39 of the North Carolina General Statutes.  This article sets forth a list of requirements to be met by such schools.  DNPE has the legal responsibility to verify that all private elementary/secondary schools are meeting those requirements by periodically inspecting certain school records. DNPE maintains current statistical data on each private elementary/secondary school including the school’s name, address, telephone number, chief administrator, range of grades or ages taught, number of students enrolled, number of professional staff, type of school, student body composition, etc.  This data is published each June as the NC Directory of Non-Public Schools.

 

 

Web Sites

About Homeschooling

Links and articles selected by a veteran homeschooler of 17 years.

Home Education Magazine's Homeschooling Information and Resource Pages

Up-to-date homeschooling information, news and views, free online newsletters, networking lists, and selections from Home Education Magazine, including articles, interviews, columnists, resources, reviews and more.

Homeschool Organizations

National and state associations and support groups are listed.

Homeschool World

The official web site of Practical Homeschooling Magazine includes lots of tips, information and links for homeschoolers.

Homeschooling Resources Directory

Over 3,000 links to sites dealing with homeschooling and homeschooling issues.

Homeschooling Today Magazine

The work of Homeschooling Today magazine is focused and specific. The commitment to bring the homeschool community useful information and resources is supported by a Biblical conviction that God uses families to change the world.

Also, check out the Homework Help for Elementary Students, Homework Help for Middle School Students, and Homework Help for High School Students for subject-related web site suggestions.