Florida – In Florida, home schooling is huge. The relatively low quality of the public education is one reason for the high number of Florida homeschoolers. While there are several statues under which a parent can homeschool, the simplest homeschool law in Florida is to file as a homeschooler which requires annual submissions to the local school board, annual student assessment by any of a variety of means, and some record keeping.
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tWe’ve listed just a few for you here:How to Homeschool – A guide to homeschooling in Florida – detailed information about the laws and your options in Florida.
Home School Legal Defense Assocation (HSLDA) – a national Christian advocacy organization established to defend and advance the right of parents to direct the education of their children and to protect family freedoms.
Florida Parent Educators Association (FPEA) – Statewide group that publishes a member newsletter, host’s the state’s largest homeschool convention, and offers assistance to homeschoolers through a system of district directors.
Home Education Foundation (HEF) – Christian-based lobbying organization that focuses on home education and family issues.
Homeschooling in Florida – What you need to know and resources you can use
A to Z Home’s Cool Homeschooling – Ann Zeise’s homeschooling super-site with pages and information for Florida.
Homeschool World Florida homeschooling pages- National site with articles and information as well as state-specific links.
Brevard Homeschool – Inclusive, free, homeschool support group in Brevard County.
H.E.R.I. Jacksonville – A Jacksonville homeschool support group comprised of other smaller support groups, home-based private schools and individuals.
Boca Homeschoolers – Boca Raton-based Christian homeschool support group.
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