Georgia Homeschoolers Information
Legal Requirements are covered under the Official Code of Georgia Annotated O.C.G.A. - Sections 20-2-159 and 20-2-690.
http://www.lexis-nexis.com/hottopics/gacode/default.asp
and use the phrase "home study program"
Georgia Home Education Association
Home Education Information Resource (HEIR)
"A statewide, all-volunteer organization working to ensure that the people of Georgia and their government recognize home study, freely practiced in its diverse forms, as a legitimate choice and value it as a positive force for improving the quality of education. We are non-partisan and non-sectarian."
Home School Excursions
Exciting field trips for Georgia homeschoolers -mainly in North Geogia -
http://www.homeschoolexcursions.org/
Rugged Gear for the Homeschool Adventure - including curriculums
Tiftarea Educators Association For Christian Homeschoolers (TEACH)
P.O. Box 2356, Tifton, Georgia 31793
Contact: Denise Wise
Phone: (229) 643-7783
Our group has been established for over 10 years.
South Georgia Homeschool Association (SGHA) Based in Valdosta
Contact: Dana dana@southgeorgiahomeschool.com
http://www.southgeorgiahomeschool.com
A networking support group of homeschool families in the south Georgia region, we are open to all homeschoolers, regardless of political or religious affiliations. We offer play dates, Moms' Night Out, field trips, co-op classes, and round table meetings. Membership is free.
Valdosta Area Homeschooling Association (VAHA)
Based in Valdosta, GA 31602
Contact: Renee
Phone: (229) 560-6304 - after 2 PM
Email
requesthomeschoolinfo@mchsi.com
http://www.valdostahomeschool.com
The Valdosta Area Homeschooling Association (VAHA) is a support group for homeschooling families and anyone interested in homeschooling in the South Georgia / North Florida area.
Other Helpful
Homeschooling Links
The Homeschool Lounge
http://www.thehomeschoollounge.com/
A chat and blog support website for homeschooling parents.
A Christian Magazine for Home Educators.
Homeschool World : the official website of Practical Homeschooling Magazine.
http://www.home-school.com/groups/GA.html
A to Z Home's Cool Homeschool
Includes links to many commerically produced curriculums and resources.
http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/
National Home Education Research Institute
Produce high-quality research (e.g., statistics, facts, findings) on home-based education (homeschooling).
Serve as a clearinghouse of research for the public, researchers, homeschoolers, the media, and policy makers.
Educate the public concerning the findings of all research on home education.
Home School Legal Defense Association
"A nonprofit advocacy organization established to defend and advance the constitutional right of parents to direct the education of their children and to protect family freedoms. Through annual memberships, HSLDA is tens of thousands of families united in service together, providing a strong voice when and where needed."
Additional
Education / Information
Websites
American Library Association Great Web Sites for Kids
(and also a great list of links for parents and caregivers)
Has excellent directory of science fair projects, information on how to plan and conduct a successful project, and information on science-based careers.
Librarian's Internet Index - a guide to websites you can trust. "The mission of Librarians' Internet Index is to provide a well-organized point of access for reliable, trustworthy, librarian-selected websites, serving California, the nation, and the world."
And Don't Forget GALILEO - available
through any public library in Georgia!
