Homeschool resources

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If you are considering homeschool as an option for your child, you can find district information on policies and procedures by clicking the link here:  BPS homeschool information

BVS is a "school" that is part of the Brevard Public School system.  If you would like your child to have a local, district supported virtual homeschool option, you may be interested in exploring BVS. Please click the link here for more information:  Brevard Virtual School

FLVS is a similar option to BVS, but it is run at the state level rather than the local level.  The curriculum for both FLVS and BVS is the same.  If you are interested in learning more about the FLVS option, please click here:  Florida Virtual School

FLDOE is the governing body for Education in Florida.  Many of your questions about Education can be answered here, from homeschooling to state laws, to recent policy changes.  Please click here for the homepage of the Florida Department of Education where you can search for general information:  FLDOE

Please click here to access specific homeschool information on the FLDOE site:  Homeschool

Students at The Matthew Erik Academy use various different curriculum and materials.  Parents have the freedom of selecting whichever specific curriculum matches the needs of their children.  Although we do not endorse any particular curriculum, we encourage you to research the options available to you.  What works well for one student may not work well for another.  It is important that you know the needs and levels of your children so that you can make an informed decision.  Here is a link to an article that may be a helpful starting point: FPEA  

Many parents are looking for answers and advice on various homeschool topics.  Although there are countless websites and articles that contain helpful information, we have found that the site, The Homeschool Mom has great resources all in one place.  Visit www.thehomeschoolmom.com for answers to many of your questions.  

Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) is America's largest and oldest national homeschool advocacy group.  They provide services such as educational legal consultation and advice.  Contact them at https://hslda.org

Homeschool families in the state of Florida are now eligible for the Step-up-for Students PEP scholarship.  Please click here for more information.  For the purchasing guide booklet outlining the eligible expenses for this scholarship, click here. 

We are happy to help parents navigate the laws, requirements, and overwhelming choices of curriculum options.  Please email kimcoluccio@matthewerik.com with questions.