Alabama Homeschooling

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Calvary School
This email group provides a means of communication and support for homeschoolers from Calvary School in Huntsville, Alabama.
Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum
Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum, "Alabama's Little Corner of Greece," now features over 20 acres of year-round floral beauty and classical sculpture, including new statuary honoring Olympic heroes. The Olympian Centre welcomes visitors with a video presentation of Jasmine Hill's history and a display of Olympic memorabilia from the Games of past years. A tour of Jasmine Hill, now completely accessible to visitors with disabilities, offers spectacular and ever-changing views, including ou...
K12 Alabama
This group is for current or prospective users of Dr William Bennett's K12 curriculum in Alabama.
Fort Gaines Historic Site
Tour Fort Gaines on Dauphin Island, with its history of French, British, and Spanish control. Eventually the Fort played an important part in the Civil War during the Battle of Mobile Bay, one of the war's most notable naval conficts. The Fort was also used during World Wars I and II.
Alabama Department of Education
The Alabama Department of Education website.
Synopsis of Graduated Driver License
The Guide to Revised Graduated Driver License details the Graduated Driver License program, effective July 2010.
Alabama Homeschool
This is a mailing list for people who home school or are thinking of homeschooling in Alabama, kids and parents alike. Here you can exchange ideas, support each other, and share resources and information.
East Lake United Methodist Church Academy
6206 Whippoorwill Dr. Pinson, AL 35126 Phone: 205-680-6881 East Lake United Methodist Church Academy is an inclusive church school for the home educated in Birmingham, Alabama.
Applying for a New License (Teen Drivers) in Alabama
Your first step toward driving in Alabama is obtaining an AL learner license (or learner's permit). You must be at least 15 years old to apply, and you will need to pass a written knowledge test. Once you have passed your DMV written permit test, you will be issued your learner license, which is valid for 4 years. You may now practice driving when supervised by a licensed driver at least 21 years old in the front passenger seat at all times.
Elmore County Homeschool Organization (ECHO)
The Elmore County Homeschool Organization (ECHO) is a support group for homeschooling families in the tri-county area (Elmore, Autauga, Montgomery) of Alabama. Offers meetings, practical support for parents, activities and playtime for children, monthly field trips, and more.
Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center
Community Theatre, Ballroom Dancing, Featured Regional Artists, and Traveling Exhibitions are just a sampling of what the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center has to offer. The Community Arts Center was constructed to better serve the artistic needs of the Auburn-Opelika area and provide residents and visitors with access to an outstanding, active schedule of exhibitions, musical concerts, lectures, art classes and special events for children and adults throughout the year. The Arts Center also pro...
Christian Resource Center
179 Eastern Blvd Montgomery, Alabama 36117 Phone: 334-374-0750 Christian Resource Center is locally owned and operated. Offers a great selection of Sunday School, Vacation Bible School and home school curriculums and related resources, including Bible study materials, Bibles and books.
Alabama Music Hall of Fame
The Alabama Music Hall of Fame honors the many talented "Music Achievers" from the state who have made significant contributions to the art of music. The museum features memorabilia from various artists and information on over 1000 musical achievers. Visitors can record their own tape in a live recording studio and climb aboard the group Alabama's tour bus.
Montgomery Zoo
The Montgomery Zoo features 500 animals representing over 150 species - all in a barrier free, natural environment and divided into continents featuring Australian, Asian, African, and North American realms. Take a rail tour through each realm on McMounty 102, the Zoo's train, and stop by our Gift Shop to find that perfect souvenir.
Licensing & State Laws in Alabama
Alabama’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 learner’s permit and restricted stages are key steps.
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Fort Toulouse/Fort Jackson Living History Events
Wetumpka, AL
Events include monthly living history programs (the French period and the early American period), monthly meetings of the Historic Blacksmiths, French and Indian War Encampment (held annually in April and re-enacts the time period of the war between the French and the British), Alabama Frontier Days (held annually in November and depicts life on the frontier from 1717 to 1820).
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The Unschooling Handbook : How to Use the Whole World As Your Child's Classroom
Unschooling, a homeschooling method based on the belief that kids learn best when allowed to pursue their natural curiosities and interests, is practiced by 10 to 15 percent of the estimated 1.5 million homeschoolers in the United States. There is no...
A Child's Story of America
This text reads like a story book more than a history textbook. This book has a decidedly Christian bent. Students are given a comprehensive overview of U.S. history from Columbus to the present. Review questions are included throughout, as well as h...
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America's Spectacular National Parks
The concept of the national park is an American contribution to world civilization, and it remains a defining characteristic of our country. From the rocky shore of Maine's Acadia to the barren crater and lush rain forest of Hawaii's Haleakala, Ameri...
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Help for the Harried Homeschooler : A Practical Guide to Balancing Your Child's Education with the Rest of Your Life
Homeschooling moms and dads can be overwhelmed by the demands on their time. Between their children’s educational needs; their roles as spouse, parent, and more; and their own individual desires and goals, these mothers and fathers struggle to ...
Writing Strands & Reading Strands
This program is based on research which shows that there is no useable relationship between the study of grammar as an abstracted skill and the ability to communicate. Writing Strands provides quality reading, writing and speech materials for homesch...
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