Maine 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.
Maine Department of Education
Phone: Edwin N. Kastuck, Ph. D. (207) 624-6776
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.
Home school Support Groups
Home school 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.
CENTRAL MAINE SELF-LEARNERS HOMESCHOOL GROUP
An inclusive homeschool group for families in central Maine. We organize events, field trips and other activities.
Address: P.O. Box 344, Monmouth, ME 04259
Email: cmslhomeschool@aol.com
Web: http://www.cmslhomeschool.org
HOULTON PARENTS OF AROOSTOOK TEACHING AT HOME (PATH)
A group of homeschooling families in Aroostook County that are enjoying the adventures that homeschooling offers. Our group however, is not limited to Houlton. We have families from, Hodgon, Linneus, Danforth, and even some from Canada.
Address: 12 Washburn Street, Houlton, ME 04730
Phone: (207) 532-6734
Homeschoolers of Maine
HOME's mission and purpose is to further the interests of the education of children by their parents by all lawful means, including, but not limited to, support of and assistance to families who are educating their own children, dissemination of legislative and other information affecting the rights of parents to direct the education and upbringing of their children, participation in and sponsorship of conventions and educational seminars for teaching parents.
Address: PO Box 159, Camden, ME 04843
Phone: 207-763-2880
Email: homeschl@midcoast.com
Web: http://www.homeschoolersofmaine.org/index.htm
Maine Home Education Association
The Maine Home Education Association, founded in 1987, is the only non-profit, non-sectarian, statewide home educator's association in Maine. We are a membership supported association managed by member volunteers. Our mission is to support the right of Maine families to freely engage in home-based education as an alternative to traditional schooling. In seeking to fulfill this mission we: provide a means of communication among our members; monitor legislative and regulatory attempts to curtail home education and provide our members with the information they need to respond effectively; publish relevant information about home education resources, practice, philosophy and the law; educate state and local policy makers and the public about home education as a responsible educational alternative.
Address: 350 Duck Pond Rd, Westbrook, ME 04092
Email: mainehomeed@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.geocities.com/mainehomeed/
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!
ACADIA NATIONAL PARK
People have been drawn to the rugged coast of Maine throughout history. Awed by its beauty and diversity, early 20th-century visionaries donated the land that became Acadia National Park. The park is home to many plants and animals, and the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic coast. Today visitors come to Acadia to hike granite peaks, bike historic carriage roads, or relax and enjoy the scenery.
Address: Acadia National Park, P.O. Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME 04609-0177
Phone: (207) 288-3338
Web: http://www.nps.gov/acad/
THE MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
A growing museum, incomparable library and statewide educational resource, we are located in the heart of Portland’s downtown cultural district. Founded in 1822, the Maine Historical Society is the third oldest state historical society in the United States.
Address: 489 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
Phone: (207) 774–1822
Fax: (207) 775–4301
Email: info@mainehistory.org
Web: www.mainehistory.org
Children's Discovery Museum
The mission of the Children's Discovery Museum is to create for all visitors an interactive environment in which multi-sensory, self directed, open-ended learning experiences prove the motivation to develop knowledge of and respect for self, others, the environment and the world. The Children's Discovery Museum's vibrant, professional exhibits and events creatively complement public and private educational resources in an area, and are designed to promote discovery of one's heritage, options and responsibilities as a local, national and global citizen.
Address: 265 Water St, Augusta, Maine 04330
Phone: 207-622-2209
Email: info@childrensdiscoverymuseum.org
Web: http://www.childrensdiscoverymuseum.org/
Children's Museum of Maine
The Children's Museum of Maine exists to inspire discovery and imagination through exploration and play.
The Museum serves as an indispensable resource for families and educators, helping to create a broad community devoted to our children's development and learning.
Address: 142 Free St, Portland, MA 04101
Phone: 207-828-1234
Email: info@kitetails.com
Web: http://www.childrensmuseumofme.org/index.html
Maine Discovery Museum
The mission of the Maine Discovery Museum (MDM) is to educate children and families, encourage creativity, nurture a sense of wonder, and to challenge all to learn in new and innovative ways. Exhibits and programs will be fun, interactive and thought provoking, and encourage participation by children and families of all abilities and socioeconomic backgrounds. As a unique community resource, the museum will provide opportunities for exploration and discovery that incorporate aspects of Maine into a greater understanding of the world in which we live.
Address: 74 Main Street, Bangor, MA 04401
Phone: 207-262-7200
Web: http://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/
Southworth Planetarium
Educational and entertaining shows for adults and children.
We are open to the public for Friday and Saturday evening shows and Saturday matinees.
Address: 96 Falmouth Street, Portland, ME 04104-9300
Phone: 207-780-4249
Web: http://www.usm.maine.edu/planet/
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.
