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    State Laws  
Virginia Department of Education
James Monroe Building
101 N. 14th Street
Richmond, VA 23219
804-225-2102
804-786-3234

For Parents Page, info and forms for home education
 
http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Parents/
 

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Home Educators Association of Virginia

Virginia
2248-G Dabney Road
Richmond, VA 23230-0745
804-278-9200
Fax: 804-278-9202

HEAV is a non-profit, state-wide organization with an extensive website that explains the law, how to begin, and LOTS more. They offer a free magazine, e-newsletter, and legislative updates and have full-time staff and dedicated volunteers ready to answer questions and provide counseling. They also publish The Virginia Homeschool Manual.
 
 

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    Art  

 

 

Abrakadoodle

Loudoun County, Reston  and Herndon, Virginia

20787 Evergreen Mills Rd.
Leesburg, VA, 21075
David E. Edwards
DEdwards@Abrakadoodle.com www.Abrakadoodle.com

703-443-0527
(Fax) 703-443-0957

 


A Creative, Educational, Developmental, Interactive and FUN experience for children from 20 months to 12 years in the wonderful world of the 9 mediums of Visual Arts. Curriculum-Based, Exceeds National Standards for Visual Art Education and Partnered with Crayola Products to ensure quality of product and safety. Taught in schools, day care, in homes with a minimum of 5 children enrolled for any one group, Community Centers and Home Owner’s Association Community Centers.

 
 

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Romp n’ Roll 

Virginia  

10108 Brook Road
Glen Allen, VA 23059
(in the Virginia Center Marketplace Shopping Center)
info@rompnroll.com
www.rompnroll.com

804-249-1001 (Virginia Center)
804-249-5001 (West End)

 


An enrichment center packed with exciting new ways to play & learn! We offer classes to children from 4 months to 6 years old.
Fun is the name of the game with a wide variety of weekly creative movement, innovative art & gloriously noisy music classes, as well as talk-of-the-town birthday parties.

 
 

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COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

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Greater Reston Arts Center

Northern Virginia

12001 Market Street, Suite 103
Reston
, VA 20190
info@restonarts.org
http://www.restonarts.org/

703-471-9242
Fax: 703-471-0952



 

Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) encourages children to discover contemporary art and nourish their creativity with its EXPLORE MORE program. Family exploration of art using ART BUCKETS, containing a gallery treasure hunt and project ideas with art supplies. Each child creates a masterpiece! Walk-ins $3.00 Groups 5-20, $5.00. Reservations required.

 
 

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    Christian/Theology
       
   
 
 

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    College Prep/Testing/Financial Aid

 

 

Educational Connections, Inc. 

Metropolitan DC area

3923 University Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030
Sarah Robison, M.Ed
Sarah@ectutoring.com
www.ectutoring.com

703-934-8282
703-934-1222 (fax)


Educational Connections is an established provider of academic support services based in Fairfax, Virginia. Our experienced tutors and professional staff offer: in-home tutoring, test preparation, home school support/ proctoring for accredited programs, academic consultations, reading remediation, and quantitative reading/math assessments. We pride ourselves in helping students build foundations for life-long learning success.  

 
 

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    Convention and Curriculum Fairs


 
June 5, 6, and 7,
2008

 

25th Annual HEAV
Convention & Educational Fair

Virginia & surrounding states

2248-G Dabney Road
Richmond, VA 23230-0745
Jim Bentley
office@heav.org
http://www.heav.org/convention

804-278-9200


The 25th Annual HEAV Homeschool Convention will be held June 5, 6, and 7, 2008, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Enjoy 100+ workshops, a 295-booth exhibit hall, a Used Curriculum Sale (50,000+ items last year), a Children's Program, and FREE how-to-begin sessions. For details, please visit www.heav.org/convention, or call 804-278-9200.

 
 

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3-8:30pm 
Sat Aug 2     
9 am-3:30pm

 

Tidewater Educators Expo

 

Virgina

The Norfolk Scope
215 St. Paul's Blvd.
Norfolk, Va.  23502
Brenda Hardison, Expo Coordinator
teachassoc@cox.net
www.teachhomeschool.com

757-714-5163

 


This event ,  though focusing primarily on the homeschool community, is open to everyone.  Those with an interest in homeschooling, or enhancing their child’s education, will find a great variety of resources.  Many exhibitors and service-oriented organizations from all over the U. S. will be offering books, curricula, games, toys, education and instruction, support and inspiration.   

 
 

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    Cultural Opportunities
       
   
 
 

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    Curriculum Consultation/Parent Training
       
   
 
 

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    Curriculum Sources

 

 

ED Anywhere, LLC

National/Worldwide

10 Pidgeon Hill Drive Suite 70
Sterling, VA 20165
Philip S. Singh
singh@edanywhere.com
www.edanywhere.com 

877-433-0805
(Fax) 703-433-0378

 


ED Anywhere provides: 
Distance Learning - Offers students the ability to complete their education using any Internet connection, worldwide.  Summer School - Offers students the ability to complete courses early and recover credits to ensure timely graduation.  Home School - Our curricula provides students with a higher standard of accountability.  Upon completion our students receive an accredited high school diploma.  We also offer five specialized programs for students as well as Tutorial Services  

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Chris Collins Dance Studio

Alexandria

5408 Eisenhower Avenue
Alexandria
, VA 22304
www.chriscollinsdance.com

703-370-7808

 


We have been providing quality dance instruction in Northern Virginia for over thirty years. Our studio offers dance to students aged 2 1/2 through adult. We have a recreational program as well as a dance company. For more information about our studio please visit our website –
www.chriscollinsdance.com

 
 

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    Distance Learning
    Family Development Course Serving: Worldwide 

kksc@parentingmentors.com
www.fam-dev-course.nurturingourfamilies.com

 
The Family Development Course.  This Dynamic Parenting Course is designed to guide you to the Family of Your Dreams. Using just 9 Steps, You too can build a Successful Family.  Affordable, Effective, Specialized, this Proven Approach is now offered in a new Online Format!
 

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ED Anywhere, LLC

National/Worldwide

10 Pidgeon Hill Drive Suite 70
Sterling, VA 20165
Philip S. Singh
singh@edanywhere.com
www.edanywhere.com 

877-433-0805
(Fax) 703-433-0378

 


ED Anywhere provides: 
Distance Learning - Offers students the ability to complete their education using any Internet connection, worldwide.  Summer School - Offers students the ability to complete courses early and recover credits to ensure timely graduation.  Home School - Our curricula provides students with a higher standard of accountability.  Upon completion our students receive an accredited high school diploma.  We also offer five specialized programs for students as well as Tutorial Services  

 
 

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Griggs University/Griggs International Academy

United States

12501 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904

www.griggs.edu

800-782-4769

 


Griggs University/International Academy is an accredited, values-based distance education and homeschool provider. Griggs offers both individual courses and complete programs to students for preschool through university. Providing academic stability in a changing world since 1909—formerly Home Study International.

 

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    Early Education

 

 

The Little Gym of Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg and Stafford

4272 Plank Road
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
www.tlgfredericksburgva.com
 

540-785-0007


For 30 years, The Little GymŪ has provided a PREMIER MOTOR DEVELOPMENT SKILLS FOR CHILDREN 4 MOS. To 12 YRS. OLD. We offer classes in gymnastics, dance, sports skills, karate and more, all taught in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. We encourage children to develop at their own pace, building the CONFIDENCE they need for fulfilling and successful lives!

 
 

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The Walters Art Museum

Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, The DC Area

600 North Charles St
Baltimore,MD 21201
schoolprograms@thewalters.org
www.thewalters.org

(410) 547-9000
(Fax) (410) 837-4886

 


Explore the Walters Art Museum through workshops designed exclusively for Homeschool students aged 5-12. Participants enjoy an introduction to the museum, a guided tour, and a hands on activity. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Registration forms must be received by the Tuesday before the workshop. For details on specific programs or to register for an up coming event visit the Walters Web Site.

 

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COLOR ME MINE
The Paint-It-Yourself Ceramics Studio

See website for locations

www.colormemine.com/schoolprograms.tpl

888-265-6764

 


Color Me Mine is a great resource for Home Schoolers. We offer a creative environment for all ages - combined grade levels are welcome - and dozens of techniques and topics to fit your learning needs. Build the schedule that works for you or your group. Our talented staff is waiting to help.

 

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Hunt Club Farm

Southeastern Virginia

2388 London Bridge Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Terri Butler or Randi Vogel
education@huntclubfarm.com randi@huntclubfarm.com
www.huntclubfarm.com  

(757) 427-9520
Fax:  
(757) 427-2119
 


Our beautiful family owned farm is nestled in the heart of Virginia Beach providing a lovely petting farm which has developed into a "must visit" for everyone. We host fantastic birthday parties and a summer farm camp while also providing educational opportunities for each of the four seasons.

 

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Abrakadoodle

Loudoun County, Reston  and Herndon, Virginia

20787 Evergreen Mills Rd.
Leesburg, VA, 21075
David E. Edwards
DEdwards@Abrakadoodle.com www.Abrakadoodle.com

703-443-0527
(Fax) 703-443-0957

 


A Creative, Educational, Developmental, Interactive and FUN experience for children from 20 months to 12 years in the wonderful world of the 9 mediums of Visual Arts. Curriculum-Based, Exceeds National Standards for Visual Art Education and Partnered with Crayola Products to ensure quality of product and safety. Taught in schools, day care, in homes with a minimum of 5 children enrolled for any one group, Community Centers and Home Owner’s Association Community Centers.

 

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Romp n’ Roll 

Virginia  

10108 Brook Road
Glen Allen, VA 23059
(in the Virginia Center Marketplace Shopping Center)
info@rompnroll.com
www.rompnroll.com

804-249-1001 (Virginia Center)
804-249-5001 (West End)

 


An enrichment center packed with exciting new ways to play & learn! We offer classes to children from 4 months to 6 years old.
Fun is the name of the game with a wide variety of weekly creative movement, innovative art & gloriously noisy music classes, as well as talk-of-the-town birthday parties.

 

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GMS Gymnastics

Manassas

7228 New Market Court
Manassas, VA 20109
manafi4@aol.com
www.GMSKids.com
 

703-369-7800


GMS Gymnastics Institute offers gymnastics lessons to children ages 8 months-18 years. An established business of over 28 years, GMS is committed in giving children the head start they need to become well rounded individuals & athletes. Our philosophy is geared towards movement and sensory education which is the basis for children to excel in life. We provide a safe and caring environment where children learn social skills, self-esteem, as well as gymnastics. We allow children to work within their own abilities and help them achieve and strive for their personal best. GMS provides both a recreational gymnastics program as well as a very strong competitive gymnastics team. Whichever program your child chooses, we can assure you that he/she will receive the best possible instruction at GMS Gymnastics.

 

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DnD Music Learning Center & Retail Store

Worldwide

3304 Taylor Road, Ste. A
Chesapeake, VA 23321
Danielle Gerard
info@dndmusic.biz or
dndmusic@dndmusic.biz
http://www.dndmusic.biz/

757-484-6233
Toll Free: 1-866-744-0185
Fax Number: 757-484-2249


 


Lessons, Guitars, Repairs, Rentals, Instruments, Supplies, Special Orders
We’re a music learning center with great teachers and an awesome store! Teaching: Acoustic, Electric, Classical & Bass Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Piano, Voice, Drums, Flute, Trumpet, Violin, Cello & Specialty Classes. Also offer: Band & Orchestra Instrument Rentals. Check our online store.

 
 

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    Family Activities/Recreation

 

 

Stonehouse Stables

Surrounding areas of Williamsburg

2116-A Forge Rd.
Toano, VA 23168
ssmccallister@cox.net
www.stonehousestables.com 

757-566-0666


Stonehouse Stables offers the chance for groups to visit the barn for an educational event. Groups will observe and take part in grooming a horse, watch an experienced rider tack-up and give a riding demonstration, and un-tack a horse. Then every one will have short ride around the ring.

 

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Hunt Club Farm

Southeastern Virginia

2388 London Bridge Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Terri Butler or Randi Vogel
education@huntclubfarm.com randi@huntclubfarm.com
www.huntclubfarm.com

(757) 427-9520
Fax:  
(757) 427-2119
 


Our beautiful family owned farm is nestled in the heart of Virginia Beach providing a lovely petting farm which has developed into a "must visit" for everyone. We host fantastic birthday parties and a summer farm camp while also providing educational opportunities for each of the four seasons.

 
 

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i9 Sports

Chesterfield, Powhatan & Goochland Counties of Greater Richmond, Virginia

11363 Caruthers Way
Glen Allen, VA 23059   U.S.A

jkraft@i9sports.com
kkraft@i9sports.com
www.i9sports.com

804-302-4435
 FAX 804-302-4233