North Carolina Homeschooling

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§ 115C-550. High school competency testing.
To assure that all high school graduates possess those minimum skills and that knowledge thought necessary to function in society, each private church school or school of religious charter shall administer at least once in each school year, a nationally standardized test or other nationally standardized equivalent measure selected by the chief administrative officer of such school, to all students enrolled and regularly attending the eleventh grade. The nationally standardized test or other equi...
Tennessee Homeschool Umbrella Schools
According to the Tennessee education code, homeschoolers have three ways to follow Tennessee homeschool laws. The most popular of these options with homeschool families is to enroll their child in a church-related umbrella school. These schools are operated by denominational, parochial or other church organizations and are required to meet specific standards of accreditation. Umbrella schools in Tennessee are free to choose their own operational procedures. Each school will vary on curriculum op...
North Carolina African-American Homeschoolers
The mission of North Carolina African-American Homeschoolers is to provide a central point of community and resources for homeschoolers of color in North Carolina. Offers opportunities for homeschoolers to socialize with other children who are like them in order to create a community atmosphere and lasting friendships. NCAA Homeschoolers online is a community building resource for parents and guardians of home schooled children to share experiences, teaching styles and curricula.
NC Single Parent Homeschooling
This group is for all single parents homeschooling their children K-12 in North Carolina.
Growth in the Number of North Carolina Homeschoolers
The figures for North Carolina come from a database Web page maintained by the North Carolina Division of Non-Public Education, the official reporting authority.
North Point Homeschool Ministry
North Point Homeschool Ministry is an outreach of North Point Baptist Church. This group supports parents who are homeschooling or are considering it. They offer meetings, events, and activities for parents and children.
Homeschool Alliance of North Carolina (HA- NC)
Established in 2003, the Homeschool Alliance of North Carolina (HA- NC) is a grass roots, statewide advocacy group supporting independent homeschooling families in North Carolina.
Licensing & State Laws in North Carolina
North Carolina’s multi-stage licensing process allows teens to gradually gain exposure to complex driving situations, easing them into driving over an extended period of time. The limited learner’s permit and limited provisional license are key steps.
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Located in Atlantic Beach, the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is situated on 298 acres of maritime forest in the Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area. The 35,000-square-foot building houses aquariums ranging from 300 gallons to 12,000 gallons, a touch tank, interactive exhibits, classrooms, meeting rooms, a large auditorium and a gift shop. Outside is a natural marsh area and nature trail.
The Modern Homeschool Movement Nexus
It is important that homeschoolers know the early history of NCHE and homeschooling in NC. Homeschooling is now widely accepted in North Carolina as a good alternative method of education. It was a much different climate for home education in the early 1980s.
§ 115C-561. Duly authorized representative.
The duly authorized representative of the State of North Carolina to whom reports of commencing operation and termination shall be made and who may inspect certain records under this Part shall be designated by the Governor.
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
This is the official website for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
4-H New Hanover County
The mission of the 4-H youth development program in North Carolina is to create helping relationships to enable youths to become responsible, productive citizens. 4-H is open to any boy or girl between the ages 5-19 years. This national program is designed to provide hands-on learning experiences that contribute to growth and development of an individual.
North Carolina Homeschool
This is a mailing list for people who home school or are thinking of homeschooling in North Carolina, kids and parents alike. Here you can exchange ideas, support each other, and share resources and information.
Trail of Tears National Historic Trail
The Trail of Tears National Historic Trail commemorates the removal of the Cherokee and the paths that 17 Cherokee detachments followed westward. Today the trail encompasses about 2,200 miles of land and water routes, and traverses portions of nine states.
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