HERO Home Educators Resource Organization

08/17/2024

MACHE Annual Reporting Forms

08/17/2024

Minnesota Homeschool Law

Are you considering homeschooling your child? You can do it! As you get started, it’s important to make sure you comply with the education laws where you live. This page helps you understand how to homeschool legally in Minnesota—step-by-step.

08/16/2024

The Young Writer

Give them the free training they need

If you have a child that loves to write, don't miss out on this free online summit, Young Writers Can Change the World.

On August 19th-20th, published authors will be sharing how your young writer can walk a faith-filled path and inspire others with their writing while they’re still a teen.
Our speaker list includes:
Chuck Black (Wars of the Realm)
Douglas Bond (Duncan’s War)
CJ Redwine (NYT-bestselling author)
Tim Shoemaker (Code of Silence)
Mary Weber (Storm Siren)
Amanda Barratt (The Warsaw Sisters)
Millie Florence (The Balter of Ashton Harper)
Kara Swanson (Christy award-winning author)
S.D. Smith (The Green Ember)
Hosted by Brett Harris, who published the bestselling book Do Hard Things as a teenager, this event will encourage young writers to take up their pens and believe God can use their words to change the world.

The event kicks off next week, so make sure you sign up now.

We help young writers change the world with their words. Join our community to find the support you need to pursue writing as a career.

08/01/2024

Homeschool Minnesota Podcast!

We have had a great summer series! Here’s what you may have missed…

June 6 Foundational Truths with Israel Wayne
June 13 Get Set for Success! Organizing with the Minimal Mom Dawn Madsen
June 20 Conflicted: Pulling Back the Curtain on Public Education with John Stamper
July 2 Christ Over Culture with Andrea Crum
July 11 Revealing Arithmetic with Katherine Loop Hannon
July 18 What is a Biblical Response to the Climate Change Argument? With Ken Ham
July 25 Catch on To Cursive with Carrie Bailey

Coming Up:
August 1 Solving the Identity Puzzle with Martyn Iles
August 8 The Crossroads of Science and Faith: Astronomy Through a Christian Worldview with Gladys Kober
August 15 A Feast of Inquiry: Teaching the New Testament Chapter by Chapter with Anne Butler
August 22 An Easy, Parent-Friendly Approach to Music Education with Stacy Saxton
August 29 Foundations in Worship with Kristy Smith

You can find “Homeschool Minnesota” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Samsung Podcasts, Audible, and Podbean. Don’t forget to follow us so that you don’t miss an episode!

08/01/2024

07/16/2024

SPED Homeschool

Our newest podcast!
This episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations features an inspiring interview with popular Christian non-fiction author and speaker, Shari Howard McMinn! As the loving "Mom" to 11 children through marriage, birth, and adoption, Shari has homeschooled 9 of them to high school graduation.

Peggy Ployhar, SPED Homeschool Founder & CEO, hosts Shari as she shares her journey from trauma to triumph, offering valuable insights into homeschooling a diverse family. Don't miss the chance to hear about her upcoming book, Embracing Diversity as a Family: Preparing the Next Generation to Flourish. Tune in for heartfelt stories and practical advice on raising resilient, thriving children in today's world! 📚✨

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07/03/2024

Meeting My Child's Special Needs Webinar - Part 3

Who Is This Webinar For?
If you need assistance building a strong support network to facilitate the implementation of your Student Education Plan, part 3 of this webinar series is for you!

Join us on August 1 at 7:00 pm ET to learn about the various resources and services available to meet your child’s unique needs, including advocacy organizations, educational professionals, and community-based programs. This webinar will help you find resourceful tools, implement strategies, and navigate various services to ensure you will have access to the necessary care that your child needs, paving the way for their individual success! !

Some More Topics We’ll Discuss
How do I find a homeschool friendly therapist or professional?
Which professionals can assist with homeschooling?
Do I have to do everything myself?
Are there resources that will help me find support?
Workshop will stream live on August 1 at 7:00 p.m. ET. (We’ll email you a link to the recording after the event.)

About This Series:
This five-part webinar series will provide valuable insights, tools, and resources for creating a SEP that meets your child's unique needs. Through proactive planning, goal setting, and collaboration, you can effectively advocate for your child’s education and support them in their journey toward success.

Meet The Speakers
Rochelle Matthews-Somerville, PhD, Rochelle has over 20 years of clinical experience serving youth and their families in the filed of Early Childhood and Special Education. She has a passion for teaching and loves speaking at local conferences and across local school districts.

Cheri Kay Sessions, PT, DPT, 15+ years' experience as a pediatric physical therapist, special needs advocate, and homeschooling mom. Cheri Kay's four amazing children were all adopted internationally and have a variety of unique needs.

Carla Fuller, MA, 20+ years experience as a clinical marriage, family and child development specialist, focusing on the teen years. She has served the homeschool community in many capacities.

Only HSLDA members can register for this webinar

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Learn about the various resources and services available to support your child’s unique needs

06/25/2024

Meeting My Child's Special Needs

Who Is This Webinar For?
You have successfully learned the first step in creating a Student Education Plan (SEP)––how to document your child’s present levels of performance. In part 2 of our special needs webinar series, you’ll delve into the process of writing meaningful and achievable learning goals for your child, another important aspect of developing a SEP.Join us on July 18 at 7:00 p.m. ET!

We will explore resources that help identify specific growth and development areas and strategies to tailor educational objectives to meet the individual needs of your unique learner. By establishing clear and measurable goals, parents can play an active role in guiding their child's educational journey and promoting long-term success!

Some More Topics We’ll Discuss
How do I tailor goals to my unique child?
What are some examples of effective learning objectives?
Can goals address diverse learning styles?
What do I do if my child is far behind her grade level?
Workshop will stream live on July 18 at 7:00 p.m. ET. (We’ll email you a link to the recording after the event.)

About This Series:
This five-part webinar series will provide valuable insights, tools, and resources for creating a SEP that meets your child's unique needs. Through proactive planning, goal setting, and collaboration, you can effectively advocate for your child’s education and support them in their journey toward success.

Meet The Speakers:
Rochelle Matthews-Somerville, PhD, Rochelle has over 20 years of clinical experience serving youth and their families in the filed of Early Childhood and Special Education. She has a passion for teaching and loves speaking at local conferences and across local school districts.

Cheri Kay Sessions, PT, DPT, 15+ years' experience as a pediatric physical therapist, special needs advocate, and homeschooling mom. Cheri Kay's three amazing children were all adopted internationally and have a variety of unique needs.

Carla Fuller, MA, 20+ years experience as a clinical marriage, family and child development specialist, focusing on the teen years. She has served the homeschool community in many capacities.

Only HSLDA members can register for this webinar
To register for this exclusive members-only webinar, become a member or log in.

06/11/2024

Check out the Minnesota Homeschool Community Resource Page on our website.

Below is a list of contacts to various resources and groups within the Minnesota homeschooling community. HERO does not endorse any of the organizations listed, but is making the contact list available as an aid to the Minnesota homeschool family who is looking to explore available resources and off...

06/07/2024

Highschool Transcripts Q&A
HSLDA Members Only 60-Minute Live Workshop
June 27, 7:00 p.m. ET
You may still have questions and need clarification on how to best tell your student’s academic journey. In Part 5 of our transcript webinar series, we will host a live Q&A session to answer your specific questions and provide valuable insights. Join us on June 27 at 7:00 p.m. ET!
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Do you need further clarification on how to prepare your teen’s transcript? Join our live Q&A on June 27 at 7:00 p.m. ET!

06/07/2024

Do you need further clarification on how to prepare your teen’s transcript? Join our live Q&A on June 27 at 7:00 p.m. ET!