GETTING STARTED
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RESOURCES
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CONVENTION
Get inspired, equipped, and refreshed in your home education journey!
MAGAZINE
AFHE’s quarterly magazine is packed with articles and info to encourage and equip you.
Recent Blog Posts
HB2536 Signed into Law by Governor Ducey
AFHE’s legislative team has been hard at work on behalf of Arizona homeschoolers this legislative session. We are pleased to report that HB2536 was signed into law on March 29, 2018 by Governor Doug Ducey.
Do Arizona Homeschoolers Get a Tax Credit?
One of the questions we are asked regularly is whether there is a tax credit for homeschoolers or if homeschool materials can be deducted from one’s income taxes. AFHE shares information to help answer this question.
My Introduction to the Blessing of Homeschooling
Guest post from GCU Admissions Representative Sheila Jones sharing about her very positive experience dealing with homeschool students enrolling at Grand Canyon University
Should You Attend the Homeschool Convention?
Nancy Manos, graduated homeschool mom and AFHE Executive Director shares her observations about attending the homeschool convention and its many benefits.
Homeschool Graduation and the Civics Test
Arizona homeschoolers ask regularly if the civics test requirement for high school graduation applies to them. AFHE answers this frequently asked question.
Legislative Update – HB2536
AFHE supports HB2536, which will ensure that homeschool students who take classes at Joint Technical Education Districts (JTEDs) or similar schools that offer dual enrollment opportunities receive college credit in the same manner as their non-homeschooled peers.
Arizona Field Trips – Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
The Allison family shares their experience exploring our rich history of the West at Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Compliment your study of Westward Expansion with this great field trip.
Arizona Field Trips – Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
The Allison family shares their experience exploring our rich history of the West at Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Compliment your study of Westward Expansion with this great field trip.
My Homeschool Story – Mawson Family
The Mawson family found homeschooling has helped their family thrive in spite of challenges. For them, “homeschooling is heart work.”
10 Things You Might Experience in the Transition from School to Homeschool
Whatever time of year it is, you—like many others—find yourself at the beginning of a brand-new journey: homeschooling. Veteran homeschool mom Laura Gadbery shares real-life encouragement highlighting ten things you might encounter as you begin the homeschool adventure.
My Homeschool Story – Allison Family
Megan Allison shared their unanticipated journey into homeschooling. She says, “It’s the most beautiful journey I’ve ever been on.”
My Homeschool Story – Johnson Family
Jennifer Johnson, Phoenix, shares how much fun she and her two young children have learning together and being together every day.
Upcoming Events
AFHE Graduation
Friday, May 25, 2018
Dream City Church, Phoenix
The homeschool community is invited to attend!
Homeschool Day
at the Capitol
April 23, 2018
10:00 – 11:30 am
Arizona State Capitol
AFHE Art Contest
The Joy of Discovery
Entry Deadline
May 15, 2018
AFHE College Fair
Thursday, July 12, 2018
Phoenix Convention Center
1:30-5:00 PM
AFHE Special Learners
Homeschool Conference
Thursday, July 12, 2018
12:00-6:30 PM
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