Indiana Homeschool Legal Requirements
Indiana Homeschool Conferences and Conventions
Indiana homeschooling Classes and Co-ops
Other Indiana Homeschooling Events and Resources
Indiana Homeschooling Field Trips
Indiana Homeschooling Support Groups
Job opportunities for Indiana homeschool students
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Indiana Homeschool Legal Requirements
Homeschool Legal Advantage (HLA)
HLA is an outreach of the Christian Law Association. The CLA has faithfully served churches and families since 1969, and has successfully defended over 8,000 educational freedom related cases. Today, the Homeschool Legal Advantage team includes a large group of full-time attorneys and an additional 200+ affiliated attorneys throughout the United States. HLA stands ready to educate and empower Homeschoolers so that they can respond kindly and confidently to local officials when homeschooling questions arise. And, when direct attorney involvement or even legal representation is required to defend your right to homeschool, as a member of Homeschool Legal Advantage, you can rest assured that assistance from one of our experienced attorneys is only a phone call away! For more information, please visit http://www.HomeschoolLegalAdvantage.com
From Indiana Association of Home Educators
Indiana Homeschooling Laws
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Indiana and Regional Homeschool Conferences and Conventions
2010 MidWest Homeschool Convention in Cincinnati
April 8, 2010 - April 10, 2010
The HOMESCHOOL EVENT of the YEAR! Outstanding Speaker Roster includes Dr. Susan Wise Bauer, Jessie Wise, Doug Phillips, Cathy Duffy, Andrew Pudewa, Catherine Levinson, Douglas & Nancy Wilson, Jim Weiss, Amanda Bennett, Attorney David Gibbs and more! 220+ Seminar & Workshop sessions including a WORLDVIEW Teen Track led by John Stonestreet & Dr. Jeff Myers. HUGE Exhibit Hall with 200+ Exhibitors. Optional Childrens Program. Extremely affordable! Homeschoolers attend from 20+ states! For more information, please visit http://www.CincinnatiHomeschoolConvention.com
Cincinnati
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Other Indiana homeschooling events and resources
Black Pine Animal Park
Field trips & free web resources
Albion, Fort Wayne
Indiana Homeschooling Information
Helpful Information, Links & Tips for Homeschoolers in Indiana
Helpful Information, Links & Tips for Homeschoolers in Indiana
Statewide
Learning Kidnections, LLC
Learning Kidnections offers classes geared towards homeschoolers such as science, Around the World, Amazing Animals, Biographical, Art, and Stories Coming to Life. We also have a variety of events open to everyone such as game nights, parties, etc.
Fairland(Shelby Co)
Homeschool hiking/biking annual event
May 23, 2010 - May 29, 2010
The homeschool hiking/biking annual event began in May 2005 as a way to gain recognition for homeschooling as well as getting some exercise, group involvement, and introducing homeschoolers and their families to hiking and biking in the great outdoors!! It is an annual event now and will be held each year the last full week in May all across the United States. We are asking for individuals and groups involved in homeschooling to set up events in their areas. If you would like to set up a group event in your area, please send your name, email address, phone, city and state to me at: homeschoolhikebike@hotmail.com
Indiana Homeschooling Co-ops
Life Learning Center Homeschool Cooperative
LIFE Learning Center is a homeschool cooperative that has weekly classes, special events, special interest clubs and yearly events such as graduation, spelling bee, parties, talent show, geography fair, and other member led activities.
Heart'N'Home School
A homeschool support group and teaching co-op. We number about 150 families (about 400 school age children), and are in our eight year as a group. We have been able to do many things as a group, including some regularly meeting co-ops teaching various topics, a cross country running team, Hebrew & Spanish language classes, partnerships for tutoring, as well as science fairs, drama camp, art classes/fairs, Keepers & Contenders for the Faith groups, field trips, etc. These are things we provide for the children. We also provide support for mothers through monthly meetings where we hire professionals to teach us on various topics of education or we share our curriculum on a given topic in smaller discussion groups. We provide a monthly newsletter & "one-list" to the group as well.
Indianapolis
Midtown Montessori Preschool Cooperative
Midtown Montessori Preschool Cooperative provides individualized Montessori instruction in a small group setting. We also offer support for parents seeking to incorporate the Montessori philosophy into their homeschooling curriculum.
Indiana Homeschooling Classes
Classical Studies Institute of Louisville Classes for homeschoolers
Classes in composition, junior great books, Latin, and others are now forming.
Exploring Writing Online Workshops
"Exploring Writing" camps and workshops are short-term, fun classes dedicated to helping elementary and lower middle school-aged students increase their love for words. This fall, we are offering two ONLINE writing workshops just for the upper age groups. If your creative child is looking for a fresh spark of ideas, if your serious student is itching to try his or her hand at reporting, or if you just want to show your reluctant writer that writing doesn't have to be boring, check out our current workshop schedule. Enroll before Aug. 24 and receive $5 off your total!
Bedford
Sewing Class
August 10, 2009 - July 26, 2010
Beginner sewing classes for ages 9 and up. These classes are designed to teach basic sewing skills and include the following: Tote Bag, Pillow, Ornament for Christmas, and Pajamas. Class size is limited to 5 students . Parents are welcome to stay and help your budding Taylor or Seamstress. $3 per class in my Bedford, KY home. Please contact Irene for private lessons or off site classes. Phone: 502-663-0024 or email: tiny_blessing@yahoo.com
Bloomington
Mr.C's Music Lessons
Mr.C teaches beginning music students on many different instruments. Lessons are available for private and group and at home or at studio. Mr.C is a licensed and experienced K-12 instrumental and general music teacher in Bloomington, Indiana. His current students include public school and home school students from 1st grade through high school.
crown point
Simply Music classes
Simply Music is a revolutionary, Australian-developed piano and keyboard method that presents a breakthrough in music education. Simply Music sets a new standard in music education, and explores learning piano, playing piano and teaching piano from a completely different perspective. It presents the possibility of a new era in music education, learning and self-expression.
Fort Wayne
Kindermusik of Fort Wayne
Kindermusik offers classes for ages 0 through 7 years old. The oldest classes learn all of the music notes in the treble clef while playing with other kids and on many different instruments. They learn to site sing, play a wind instrument, string instrument and keyed instrument. All of this while having fun and not being forced to "practice" thirty minutes a day. The younger children just have fun with instruments, movement and their parents. It would be a wonderful class to take while homeschooling.
Highland
The Line Upon Line Art Studio
Registering art students from ages 9-18 for the upcoming session beginning January 10. Drawing classes for kids 9-18 eager to expand their drawing and art skills and 'Art 101' classes designed especially for homeschoolers. 8 90-minute classes per session.
Indianapolis
Mobile Montessori, LLC
Mobile Montessori is a creative approach to the early childhood educational experience, providing individualized Montessori instruction in your child\'s primary learning environment...your home!
Indianapolis
Dance Rhythms LTD
Dance Rhythms LTD is offering a new program for homeschooled children starting the week of August 17th and continuing through June 2010. These classes offered on Tuesday afternoons will be for two age groups, ages 5-10 in one class, and 10 and up in another class. These classes will teach a variety of dance styles, aerobic activities, games and more. Times will be determined by your scheduling needs. If interested please contact Dance Rhythms at 317- 356-5375 to enroll or for more information. We are having a registration open house July 11-12 from 1-4 each day at our Brookville Rd location if you wish to sign up or ask questions in person.
New Albany
Exploring Writing Camps and Workshops
"Exploring Writing" camps and workshops are short-term, fun classes dedicated to helping elementary and lower middle school-aged students increase their love for words. Because we can all learn from each other, young writers of virtually any ability or experience level are welcome. We offer face-to-face camps (for those of you in the So. IN/KY area) and online workshops throughout the year. Please visit our website to learn more and check out the current schedule of opportunities.
Seattle
Tote Bag Teaching Writing Classes
Writing support for homeschoolers and other writers. Literature-based narrative writing class, individualized tutoring and consultations also available.
Whiting, Hammond, Highland, Munster, Schererville and Crown Point
Original Music Lessons
We send professional, background checked, well trained music teachers to homes in the northwest Indiana area. We offer lessons in piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, singing, flute, and music composition.
Most recent homeschooling field trip listings for Indiana
La Porte
Civil War Encampment and Living History
The La Porte County (IN) Historical Society Museum is hosting an Encampment and Living History event. The event will be open to the general public, at no charge, with impromptu demonstrations of camp life, care and use of weapons, and more going on throughout the day. An artillery drill will take place at 11:00 a.m. and a skirmish at 2:00 p.m. Plans for the event include a Civil War Ball on Saturday night with food and drink inspired by recipes from the 1860’s. Check website for event held in June.
Hartford City
Blackford County Civil War Days
20th annual anniversary of Blackford County Civil War Days and 15th annual Educational Day. Bounties for first 200 (100 US/CSA) infantry, first twelve full-scale artillery, and first twelve cavalry. Ongoing skirmish up to battle both days, tactical Sunday morning, military ball, payroll, artillery night firing, demonstrations, parlor games, ladies tea and fashion show. $50 drawing each day for one CS & US soldier. Hay, straw, wood, plus Saturday evening meal provided. Registration free for all persons except sutlers. October - check website for details!
River City Field Trips
Taking education outside the classroom
Plymouth
Marshall County Historical Society Museum
Our mission is to present programs which develop a better appreciation and awareness of our county and state. The Museum collects artifacts and documents which illustrate this county's history in terms of natural resources, Indian heritage, exploration, economic and industrial development and cultural achievement. When you visit our Museum, you can enjoy a variety of activities, including a tour of our exhibits, research in our extensive genealogy/historical research library and special presentations and workshops scheduled throughout the year.
Bloomington
Mathers Museum of World Cultures
Want to take a trip around the world? Then check out the Mathers Museum of World Cultures, at Indiana University. The Museum has exhibits, events, and educational programs that give you a chance to learn more about objects from Australia to Zimbabwe...
Anderson
McClain's Historical Military Armor Museum
The museum exhibits a hands-on experience of the great war machines.
The museum depicts the evolution of United States armor from the Indian Wars to the present day. More than 35 historic military vehicles are on display. The major exhibits include half-tracks, trucks, and tanks from World War I to the present. The museum is renowned for its light-weight tank collection, which is regarded as one of the largest in the country.
Shipshewana
Menno-Hof
Menno-Hof is a non-profit information center that teaches visitors about the faith and life of Amish and Mennonites. Menno-Hof invites groups and individuals to learn about and experience Anabaptist history and lifestyle. Menno-Hof’s multi-image presentations, historical environments, and colorful displays take you on a fascinating journey inside the unique world of the Mennonites and Amish. See where the Anabaptists had their beginning in a Swiss courtyard and how they were persecuted for their faith in the dungeon. Travel with the Anabaptists down the cobblestone streets of Holland and board a 17th century sailing boat on a journey to America and freedom. Take a virtual tour for a glimpse of what Menno-Hof has to offer.
Peru
Miami County Museum
Step through the museum's door and visit Miami County's Historic past. The first object that meets your eyes is Cole Porter's 1955 Fleetwood Cadillac and the Cole Porter Exhibit. On your immediate left is the history of circus in Miami County including three stagecoaches (one belonging to movie star legend, Tom Mix). Also, on the first floor you will enjoy exhibits of the Miami Indians, pioneer living, railroads, the archives, and last, but not least the museum's gift shop. On the second floor, you will step back in time and visit Peru during the 1910 era which includes a one-room school house, church, dental office, home, shops and
other businesses.
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Indiana Homeschool Support Groups
Indiana Association of Home Educators
The IAHE is a non-profit organization founded in 1983 for the purpose of serving the Lord Jesus Christ through supporting and encouraging families interested in home education. Our primary functions are maintaining visibility as home educators with civil government leaders, influencing the legislative process, and sponsoring seminars for parent education. We also publish a free bimonthly magazine, The IAHE Informer.
A Christian Connection
Connecting Christians in areas of finance, business, homeschool,
and other areas of interest.
East Side Homeschool Connection
The EHSC is a Christ-centered interdenominational private organization supporting traditional heterosexual parent(s) in the home education of their children. The (Indianapolis, IN) Eastside Home School Connection (EHSC) is primarily an email information network system. The Email Manager receives dues and names of persons wishing to receive emails of activities in the home school community, needs, home school legislation, resources, and opportunities.
HomeSchools United, Inc.
HSU is an Inclusive group using many methods of homeschooling and offering a large variety of activities. Located in East Central Indiana in Madison County. P.O. Box 842, Anderson, IN 46015 Phone: (765) 683-2421
North East Indiana (LIFE) Learning In a Family Environment
This discussion group is for those in the NE Indiana area who homeschool, school at home, or home educate their children. This is an inclusive group so all are welcome to discuss and share ideas regarding the education of their children. Some of the members are located in LaGrange County, IN. We wanted to create an inclusive group in this area. This will be an informal group, as we will meet at the park, the library, the zoo, etc... or whenever we have the time.
Live and Learn Fort Wayne
An inclusive homeschooling group in Fort Wayne, IN, offering activities for kids and topical discussion for parents. All ages, all homeschooling styles, and all faiths. We value diversity!
Indiana Homeschoolers
IndianaHomeschoolers is an e-list community for all homeschoolers in the state of Indiana. It is intended to help link parents who homeschool or are thinking of homeschooling, and provide information about support groups, activities, legal issues, and homeschooling news statewide and nationally. This is an inclusive, open and professionally managed e-list community, open to homeschoolers of any religious belief or none, and any style of homeschooling. All are welcome!
Life Education And Resource Network
LEARN is a group of Indiana homeschooling families from Bloomington, Monroe County, and the surrounding area. The network is diverse and inclusive; many political backgrounds, educational philosophies, and religious views are represented, and all are welcome. We are also committed to providing information for the broader community about homeschooling in Indiana; you will find hundreds of links throughout the website that will connect you to articles, books, museums, legal information, etc. LEARN parents have regular planning meetings to generate ideas and coordinate activities.
Michiana-LIFE
This is the mailing list of Michiana LIFE (Learning in Family Environment) support group. Our group is secular in nature and inclusive to all homeschooling families, regardless of religious affiliation. Our group stresses diversity and open-mindedness, fosters creative and intellectual discussion, and is based on a common love and interest in what is best for our unique children. We are based in South Bend, IN and include all areas nearby. To gain privileges to this mailing list, you must first send a short introductory message to the moderator.
Indiana Home Educators Network
IHEN Web Project, Homeschool Support and Resource Directory! Provides an exhaustive web site with information and advice for all Hoosier Homeschoolers, a Statewide Directory of Homeschooling Services, Support and Resources, and the largest statewide e-mail discussion list in Indiana for homeschoolers
Indiana Foundation for Home Schooling
The mission of the IFHS to enable students to achieve their potential by providing recognition, opportunities, and resources that inspire learning and make home schooling an option for any Indiana family.
Southern Indiana Home Educators
This list was set up so that homeschoolers in southern Indiana, (particularly, but not limited to, those in Crawford, Harrison, Washington, and surrounding counties) may communicate regarding field trips, support, social gatherings, information, etc. of interest to fellow homeschoolers. Southern Indiana Home Educators is for those homeschoolers interested in an inclusive support group, taking no official stance in favor of any particular religious, political, or philosophical belief other than the belief that parents/guardians have the right and responsibility to make ultimate decisions regarding their child's education.
Home Learning News
Welcome all who are learning and/or teaching!! Share any helpful or encouraging or interesting or just fun information. Gain any information or fellowship from the rest of the group also. Message posts are varied. Some are local about an area where many of the members live. Many of the members are homeschoolers, though not all. Just a love or need for learning is a common thread through our group. All levels of learning and teaching are posted about, from preschool to college and adult, and including special needs. We include academics, homeschooling, hobbies, current events, inspiration, music, art, crafts.. many subjects. Reviews of books, movies, and products are welcome. Sharing about trips or conferences attended, too. How-tos, questions, unusual finds...share or ask or just read. Uplifting, edifying, and also informing is the reason, so you don't have to post, but know that it is most welcome if you do!!
Families Learning Together
FLTiIndy is an inclusive & diverse group. Many views, philosophies, faiths & lifestyles are represented within the membership. Members generally post activities & info of interest to homeschoolers, and/or ask questions pertinent to home education.
Fort Wayne Area Homeschools
FWAHS offers; Homemade News - a quarterly newsletter, Orientation - a basic "getting started" class for new homeschoolers or parents interested in homeschooling, Resource Expo - an annual Resource Expo with vendors displaying and selling home school curricula, resources and products. There is also an orientation meeting and several workshops held at the Expo. Support Groups - links to local, state and national homeschool support groups or organizations.
G.R.A.C.E. Home Educators Association
G.R.A.C.E. website! Full of homeschool information, resources, and links, this site was designed to be a useful tool for all who have an interest in home education. Whether you are a homeschool veteran, support group, G.R.A.C.E. member, or considering homeschooling, you will find valuable information here.
Hamilton County Homeschoolers
HCHS is an inclusive support group for homeschoolers and unschoolers. A completely member-led group, we have no leaders, no dues, and no formal structure. We are simply families who wish to share our joys and concerns with other homeschoolers while providing our children with opportuntities for education and friendship.
Heart'N'Home School
A homeschool support group and teaching co-op. We number about 150 families (about 400 school age children), and are in our eight year as a group. We have been able to do many things as a group, including some regularly meeting co-ops teaching various topics, a cross country running team, Hebrew & Spanish language classes, partnerships for tutoring, as well as science fairs, drama camp, art classes/fairs, Keepers & Contenders for the Faith groups, field trips, etc. These are things we provide for the children. We also provide support for mothers through monthly meetings where we hire professionals to teach us on various topics of education or we share our curriculum on a given topic in smaller discussion groups. We provide a monthly newsletter & "one-list" to the group as well.
Region 6 of the Indiana Association of Home Educators
IAHE is a Christian organization founded for the purpose of serving the Lord, Jesus Christ by supporting and encouraging families interested in home education. As regional representatives, we pass on information from the IAHE to the various support groups and between support groups about educational opportunities, community resources, and regional activities that may be of interest.
Kokomo Area Schools at Home
KASH is a Christian organization with Christian leadership. KASH is here to provide information to ALL families interested in home education, to provide communication among homeschoolers in the area, and to organize specific activities for homeschoolers.
Marshall County Christian Home Educators
MCCHE members are committed to restoring a moral society through education that values the pursuit of moral as well as academic excellence. MCCHE offers an activity calendar, announcements and field trips, related links and resources, classifieds, and student showcase webpage.
Northeastern Indiana Catholic Home Educators
NICHE - Catholic Homeschool Support Group for Fort Wayne, Indiana and surrounding areas
Indiana Classical Christian Homeschool
Classical Conversations Communities exist to complement your home-centered education and connect you with like-minded families. Each community is facilitated by a trained parent-director, and classes are led by trained parent-tutors who model the classical tools of learning. Tutors have the privilege of encouraging students toward becoming lifelong learners while also encouraging parents in the classical teaching of their children.
Classical Conversations values your time and commitment to quality classical Christian education for your family. We honor your desire to train your children in the way they should go.
Anderson
HomeSchools United,Inc
HomeSchools United, Inc (HSU) is a homeschool support group located in Anderson, Indiana, that has been helping new and seasoned home educators for over twenty years. Our primary purpose is to encourage and support homeschool families in their endeavor to educate their children at home. Throughout the years, HSU has provided countless homeschooling parents with the information and encouragement they needed to continue home educating their children. HSU offers unique activities throughout the school year to supplement the education of your children, and to support parents in the ups and downs of the homeschooling adventure. HSU has been and will continue to be the source of help that home educators look to when they need advice, encouragement, and support.
Bloomington and surrounding area
Bloomington Area Christian Homeschoolers (BACH)
BACH is a Christ-centered support group for Christian homeschooling families in the Bloomington, Indiana community (including Monroe County and the surrounding area). This group is very casual (run solely by volunteers), and we like to focus on having friends for our kids to play with on a regular basis. We are committed to joyfully supporting, assisting and encouraging one another to nurture spiritual, social and academic growth in our children. Members are welcome to attend various \"socialization\" activities and fun get-togethers with your family. BACH offers various things including (but not limited to) weekly park days, monthly field trips, and monthly moms\' meetings/nights out. Members are free to share any ideas for, and/or set up, field trips, play dates, or just time to get together, interact, and fellowship with others who have much in common.
Fort Wayne
Apostolic Families Homeschooling At Home
We are a newly formed group for homeschooling families in Northeast Indiana. Come and join us every 4th Thursday night of each month from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Fire Station on Lahmeyer Road, in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Indianapolis
Eastside Home School Connection
(EHSC) located in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a Christ-centered interdenominational private organization supporting traditional parent(s) in the home education of their children. We meet the third Monday of scheduled months from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Aldersgate Free Methodist Church, 21st St. and Post Rd. Members initiate sharing of home school related information, legislation, tips, field trips and activities, or prayer requests via email.
Lawrence County
Hoosier Homeschool Network
Hoosier Homeschool Network (HHN) is a homeschool support group open to homeschoolers in the Southern Indiana counties of Clark, Crawford, Floyd, Harrison, Lawrence, Jackson, Jennings, Orange, Scott, and Washington. We are not affiliated with any political, religious, or philosophical organization and welcome families from all faiths and all educational methods. We desire to be a group that brings homeschooling families of different backgrounds, beliefs, and areas together where they can interact with other homeschooling families. Members of HHN have the opportunity to participate in field trips, learning days, book clubs for students, parent’s meetings, park days, holiday parties and much, much more.
Scott County
Scott County Indiana Homeschoolers (SCIH)
Scott County Homeschoolers is a support network for those homeschooling in and around Scott County, Indiana. We also welcome homeschoolers in surrounding areas. We are a Christian-based group and the majority of our members provide a Christian-focused education, however, this is not a requirement for membership to this list. We homeschool using a variety of homeschooling methods, but are united by our common love of our children.
Job opportunites forIN homeschool students
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