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One of the new Buzz words in education is STEM. What is STEM? It is an acronym which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and...

Brenda Dickinson
Jan 17, 20134 min read


Florida Students $ave
The contest aims to engage Florida’s high school students grades 9-12 on the importance of financial literacy while learning about...

Brenda Dickinson
Oct 10, 20121 min read


Hands-On Civics
Don’t miss this opportunity to receive American Majority Training for FREE. Normally, you would have to pay to attend training like this....

Brenda Dickinson
Sep 15, 20121 min read
1007.25 – Foreign Language
1007.25 – General education courses; common prerequisites; other degree requirements. s.1007.25 (8) – Foreign Language Requirement...

Brenda Dickinson
Aug 29, 20121 min read


2012 Legislative Update
Here is a snap shot in time of the way the new laws will affect you. BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM CHANGES Online Document 1....

Brenda Dickinson
May 21, 20129 min read


2012 FHSAA Changes
May 2012 Dear District Administrator for Home Education Programs: The recent signing of HB1403 necessitated some changes to...

Brenda Dickinson
May 18, 20122 min read
Foreign Language Requirements
Will the foreign language courses taught in a home education program meet the requirement for admission to a Florida public university?...

Brenda Dickinson
Apr 16, 20121 min read


November 2011
Florida State Colleges Ask For Diploma Validation In July, it was brought to the attention of HEF that some state college websites...

Brenda Dickinson
Nov 2, 20112 min read


FLVS Chinese – Key to Student’s Future
Although, Nicole was an outstanding athlete and had swim scholarship offers, she wanted to become proficient in Chinese and study...

Brenda Dickinson
Nov 2, 20111 min read


Language Flagship Program
For students who know their career plans, foreign languages may be an important part of reaching those goals. For other students taking a...

Brenda Dickinson
Nov 2, 20112 min read
Is the “Letter of Termination” the same as the “Signed Affidavit”?
No. the “Letter of Termination” is given to the District Superintendent in order to terminate your student’s home education program. It...

Brenda Dickinson
Nov 2, 20111 min read
Bright Futures Scholarships
Could you explain the basic guidelines for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship for home educated children? Bright Futures...

Brenda Dickinson
Sep 19, 20111 min read


Dual Enrollment Links
Florida Statute Dual Enrollment: Non-traditional Private School Students Dual Enrollment Programs 1007.271 DOE Dual Enrollment FAQ Dual...

Brenda Dickinson
Sep 17, 20111 min read


New Virtual Options
There is a distinct difference in using the virtual courses as a supplement to a home education program and using it full time as a...

Brenda Dickinson
Sep 2, 20113 min read
September 2011
May Session ended Attended the FPEA Convention and met leaders and parents from across the state. June Attended the FHSAA Board meeting...

Brenda Dickinson
Sep 2, 20111 min read


American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school...

Brenda Dickinson
Sep 2, 20111 min read


2011 Legislative Updates
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text](Legislative Update in second section below) John M. McKay Scholarship Deadline Approaching Deadline:...

Brenda Dickinson
May 15, 20115 min read


December 2010
Editor’s Note: The Home Education Foundation works year round with home educators, legislators and other education officials throughout...

Brenda Dickinson
Dec 13, 20103 min read
New Florida Math Standards Introduce Algebra Concepts in Middle School
Editor’s Note: In 2001 HEF successfully gained free access to all of the courses offered by the Florida Virtual School for Florida home...

Brenda Dickinson
Dec 13, 20102 min read


Distance Learning at Florida Colleges and Universities
The Florida Community College and State University System offer a wide array of independent study and distance learning options for...

Brenda Dickinson
Dec 13, 20103 min read