The IAHE Blog

A common complaint against Christians in responding to concerns raised by skeptics is that they use the Bible to defend their claims rather than remaining neutral. This is especially common in the realm of science.  Skeptics say they don’t believe the Bible, so...

Are you experiencing the winter blues in your homeschooling routine and seeking words of encouragement? Are you looking for next year's curriculum? Do you want to connect with other homeschool families? Or are you in need of advice and a vision for the next stage of...

It’s time for another homeschool convention, and I am looking forward to it. My favorite part of a convention is the one-on-one time I spend with parents and students.  Each child is a unique work of art crafted by God, who gave that child specific gifts designed to...

On February 22, 1778, a group of men stood outside General George Washington’s quarters at Valley Forge, playing a lively tune with drums and fifes. They were celebrating his birthday. Today, we honor him and other past presidents by celebrating Presidents’ Day.  The...

Sometimes, when I sit down at the end of a chaotic homeschool day, I find myself craving wisdom—not about the mechanics of teaching math or phonics, but about life. About how to lead with love in the mess of it all or how to find purpose amid the piles of laundry and...

Any student who has gone to college will tell you that it’s a busy time. Applications for schools and scholarships need to be filled out, the SAT/ACT needs to be taken, and transcripts need to be obtained. Students who go to public or private high schools have the...

What’s the deal with standardized testing? Standardized testing—what is it, and what is it for? Standardized testing is a method of assessment where all students answer the same questions and are graded according to the same standards, providing an objective...

In September, at HSLDA’s National Leaders Conference, the IAHE Board and our Executive Director, Tara Bentley, listened as the HSLDA attorneys gave their yearly State of the Nation regarding the trajectory of homeschooling freedoms in America.  This year’s...

Are you ready to pull your child(ren) out of public school? Congratulations on embarking on this new adventure! You won't regret it! Starting your homeschool journey mid-year can seem overwhelming, but it does not have to be! The best time to start homeschooling is...