Arkansas Resource Page
Welcome! Homeschooling is an exciting journey and Calvert School will be with you every step of the way.
These resources will help you navigate the state requirements, access local support groups, and plan for fun educational outings.
Regulatory Information
Networking with Calvert Families in Your State!
Homeschool Support Groups
Educational Excursions
Regulatory Information
The link and contact information below will provide you with answers to any legal question you may have about homeschooling in your state.
Arkansas Department of Education
Phone: Lisa Crook (501) 682-1874
Networking With Calvert Families in Your State!
The Calvert Networking Program allows us to connect families interested in homeschooling with Calvert families in their area currently using our courses. Networking is a great way for families considering the use of Calvert materials to discuss with a family how the program works and to possibly inspect course materials.
To learn more or to help prospective families learn more about Calvert, visit the Family Networking page.
Homeschool Support Groups
Homeschool support groups in your state are an excellent way to gain more assistance and guidance in your homeschooling endeavors. A regional support group fosters a wonderful sense on community among homeschooling families and allows for more opportunities to exchange ideas, plan group outings, and share in the overall experience of homeschooling! While Calvert supports the development of community between homeschool families, this list does not constitute affiliation between Calvert School and the groups represented below.
HOME EDUCATORS OF LITTLE ROCK
A local support group for Little Rock area homeschoolers made up of over 450 families and over 1,000 homeschooled students.
Address: 14301 Longtree Dr, Little Rock, AR, 72212
Phone: (501) 224-5734
Email: info@homeedonline.com
Web: http://www.homeedonline.com/
HOME SCHOOL FRIENDS NETWORK
The Home School Friends Network organized in March of 2005 and has grown to include over 250 families. We are not an association and there is no membership fee for participation. Our goal is to build a sense of community among homeschoolers in our area. We hope to provide quality events, activities and clubs for all homeschoolers.
Web: http://www.hsfriends.4t.com/index.html
BELIEVERS HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
Providing support and assistance, disseminating legislative and other information, participating in sponsorship of conventions and educational seminars, and organizing public relation activities with state and federal officials.
Address: P.O. Box 11876, Fort Smith, AR 72917
Email: homeschoolbelievers@hotmail.com
Web: www.homeschoolbelievers.org
Homeschool Friends Network
HomeSchool Friends Network (HSFN) is a Christian-based network of cooperating homeschooling families in the greater Fort Smith River Valley area of Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma. Our main purpose is to join together to provide activities for fun and friendship as well as support in education, in a friendly and loving manner, as we endeavor to educate and train our children. We are committed to creating superior events and activities to maximize the homeschooling life experience.
Contact: Melissa Rowe
Address: PO Box 10737, Fort Smith, AR 72212
Phone: 479-649-8981
Email: rowefo@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.homeschoolfriendsnetwork.com
Educational Excursions
Afford your child the best chance to learn by taking field trips to different locations that encourage learning and curiosity. The locations listed below are wonderful tools in reinforcing the ideas taught in the classroom while having fun!
THE STATE PARKS OF ARKANSAS - THE NATURAL STATE
Looking for field trip ideas? Arkansas's fascinating history and beautiful natural resources can be found in over 50 state parks and museums. Arkansas State Park staff presents over 30,000 programs annually. This remarkable resource of information and hands-on activities is available to your students in memorable outdoor education experiences.
Address: One Capitol Mall, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
Phone: 1-888-287-2757
Web: http://www.arkansasstateparks.com/education/
THE AEROSPACE EDUCATION CENTER
Includes the virtual reality EpiSphere, as well as an IMAX Theater. Contact the Center to arrange for field trips, Arkansas curriculum considerations, and large group visits.
Address: 3301 East Roosevelt Rd., Little Rock, AR 72206
Phone: (501)376-IMAX
Web: http://www.aerospaced.org/
**Ann Zeise is a former home school teacher who has listed a number of helpful Arkansas excursions here. Please send us any of your own favorite field trip destinations!**
Are we missing something? Calvert is always excited to hear of groups and establishments that may benefit the educational experience of our homeschool families. Calvert is also open to suggestions on added topics to provide our families with the most useful information possible. Please e-mail mwilmeth@calvertservices.org if you have information or ideas to add to the content of this site, or if you have a criticism or concern regarding the information featured above.
