Who is Opposed to Educational Opportunities
October 23, 2019
Children have one opportunity at an education that fits their needs. Education is not one-size-fits-all; even good public schools cannot meet the unique needs of every child. This is why we are passionate about supporting children and families to access that “right fit” educational option, whether it is local public schools, chartered public schools, private
HEAC Back in Session
October 17, 2019
The Home Education Advisory Council (HEAC) had its first meeting of the academic year on September 26, 2019. The council has several important issues to tackle in the coming months. Present were Kitty Michelotti (Chairman, Granite State Home Educators), George D’Orazio (Vice Chairman, Catholics United for Home Education), Mike Koski (NH Association of School Principals),
State of Our Schools
October 11, 2019
Empowering Educational Options is a Priority of the US DOE Deputy Secretary Dr. Mick Zais visited New Hampshire on September 30th as guest of the Department of Education and Commissioner Frank Edelblut. He spoke to a large group of educators, administrators, legislators, parents, and family advocates about the US Department of Education’s view of
College Planning Events with NHHEAF
October 2, 2019
We are pleased to announce we are sponsoring two college planning events with the NHHEAF Network Organizations specifically for homeschooling families! Tickets are free, but seating is limited. Please reserve your seats for you and your high-schooler to learn more about these important college-prep topics. Both events will be held at NHHEAF’s Concord campus located
Why does public education fear school choice?
October 1, 2019
Over 90% of today’s school-age children attend public schools, with the remaining going to private schools and home education programs. But, heaven forbid, a person speaks up about a bad experience with the public schools or why they chose an alternative for their children. I attended a multi-day liberty-oriented event this summer where many attendees
NHTI Homeschooler Info Night
September 25, 2019
Start Here….Go Anywhere! We are happy to partner with NHTI to host Homeschooler Information Night Tuesday, October 15, 6:00 to 7:30pm Sweeney Hall Auditorium NHTI Campus 31 College Drive Concord, NH Learn how homeschooling and NHTI can be a winning combination! Highlights of the discussion will include: – learn about the Early College
GSHE Annual Picnic is Huge Success
September 25, 2019
The weather was perfect last Friday for Granite State Home Educators’ 3rd annual Not Back to School Picnic! Approximately 200 people attended to enjoy the playground and meet new friends. Kitty Michelotti, a leader of GSHE and Chairman of the Home Education Advisory Council, said, “The picnic is becoming a tradition for many families. It’s
Best Practices in Chartered Public Schools
September 17, 2019
Best Practices in Chartered Public Schools Discussion with Commissioner Frank Edelblut and Dr. Cara Stillings Candal Thursday, November 7, 2019 Nackey Loeb School in Manchester, NH Doors open at 5:30pm Presentation at 6:00pm Book sale and signing follows Join School Choice for NH and the Pioneer Institute for a discussion about charter school best
2020 US Presidential Scholars Program
September 16, 2019
Every year the state Department of Education extends an opportunity for educators to nominate one male and one female student with high academic achievement and leadership for the US Presidential Scholars program. It is available to all high-school seniors, including home educated students, who will graduate between January and June of 2020. Please reference the
2019 Highlights Part 2
September 10, 2019
Children have one chance at an education that fits their needs, and accessing a “right fit” education can make all the difference. This is why we are committed to empowering families with educational opportunities. As part of this effort, we create and share information and resources that support access to these options. We also monitor
