Massachusetts 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.
Massachusetts Department of Education
Phone: Student Support, Career & Education Services (781) 338-6301
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.
ADAMS MA HOMESCHOOLERS
A co-operative of families from Western Massachusetts. Ongoing monthly classes in Library Research Club, and Music and Arts Club are held, and other events are scheduled by parents, geared to their children's interests. Serving Berkshire, Western MA.
Email: adamsmahomeschoolers-owner@yahoogroups.com
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/adamsmahomeschoolers/
BERKSHIRE HOMESCHOOLERS
This group is a way to connect with other moms who have chosen to homeschool their children. If you are a homeschooler in Pittsfield, Lee, Lenox, Lanesborough, Adams, North Adams, Williamstown, Dalton and any other Berkshire County town, join us! We are a small group but will hopefully grow into a great support network. Serving all of Berkshire County.
Phone: (413) 329-8632
Email: justacrazymom@nycap.rr.com
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BerkshireHomeschoolers/
Massachusetts Homeschool Organization of Parent Educators (MassHOPE)
MassHOPE is an acronym for the Massachusetts Homeschool Organization of Parent Educators. It is a nonprofit corporation founded in 1988.
Our stated purpose is "promoting and safeguarding home education to the glory of God."
MassHOPE assists parents in understanding and fulfilling the homeschooling laws of Massachusetts. We suppport and encourage homeschooling families through various activities and events such as our annual convention, used curriculum sale, and graduation, and also through a network of support groups, and communications such as our newsletter, "The Voice of Hope", and legislative "e-lerts" as needed.
Address: 46 South Rd, Holden, MA 01520
Phone: 508-829-0973
Email: info@masshope.org
Web: http://www.masshope.org/index.php?sub=Welcome
Advocates for Home Education in Massachusetts (AHEM)
Advocates for Home Education in Massachusetts (AHEM) is a nonprofit, independent, grassroots, volunteer-run, educational organization that gathers and disseminates information about homeschooling in Massachusetts through education, advocacy, and events. We believe that informed and active homeschoolers are their own best advocates in maintaining the right to independently homeschool. We welcome and value the participation of anyone interested in homeschooling in Massachusetts.
Address: PO Box 1307, Arlington, MA 02474
Email: info@AHEM.info
Web: http://www.ahem.info/
Massachusetts Home Learning Association (MHLA)
The Massachusetts Home Learning Association, founded in 1987, is a voluntary unincorporated organization known informally as The Association or MHLA. MHLA is an advocacy and education organization which endorses home learning as an alternative to public or private schooling. MHLA informs and educates families, school officials, the media, elected officers, policymakers and other constituencies about the benefits, societal impacts and unique educational methods of homeschoolers. The organization does not represent any one political or religious viewpoint. In the spirit of harmony and collaboration, MHLA aims to unify Massachusetts homeschoolers and their representative organizations, to form a common voice dedicated to maintaining and broadening homeschooler freedoms.
Web: http://mhla.org/index.htm
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!
MUSEUM OF BAD ART
The Museum Of Bad Art (MOBA) is a community-based, private institution dedicated to the collection, preservation, exhibition and celebration of bad art in all its forms and in all its glory.
Email: MOBA@MuseumOfBadArt.org
Address: Basement of Dedham Communitiy Theatre, 580 High Street, Dedham MA 02026
Phone: (781) 444-6757
Web: http://www.museumofbadart.org
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE
Featuring IMAX, a 3-D Digital Cinema, and plenty of great field trip opportunities.
Address: Science Park, Boston, MA 02114
Email: information@mos.org
Phone: (617) 723-2500
Web: http://www.mos.org/
Boston Children's Museum
Boston Children's Museum exists to help children understand and enjoy the world in which they live. It is a private, non-profit, educational institution that is recognized internationally as a research and development center and pacesetter for children's exhibitions, educational programs and curriculum. Boston Children's Museum incorporates two strategies - engaging families and building communities - to impact five outcome areas for children: Creative Kids, Curious Kids, Global Kids, Green Kids and Healthy Kids.
Address: 300 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210
Phone: 617-426-1944
Email: info@bostonchildrensmuseum.org
Cape Cod Children's Museum
A non-profit organization, the Cape Cod Children's Museum is a place where families can learn and play together. Come and explore our facilities located in Mashpee. With lots of hands on exhibits, our own pirate ship, an indoor planetarium, puppet theater, toddler play area, gift shop and daily programs, you'll find plenty to do. Make new friends and learn about our many programs while your children are free to explore, touch and discover.
Address: 577 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649
Phone: 508-539-8788
Email: info@capecodchildrensmuseum.org
Web: http://www.capecodchildrensmuseum.org/index.html
Children's Museum in Easton
The Children's Museum in Easton (CME) is an educational, cultural, and social learning center for children and families with a primary focus on children ages 1-8. We are located in a historic Old Fire Station in North Easton, Massachusetts. Our mission is to help children and families become life-long learners, using hands-on experience as the key to stimulating curiosity and motivating learning. With 3 floors of interactive exhibits and over 100 programs that allow kids to explore the world around them, we offer something for everyone!
Address: Old Fire Station, 9 Sullivan Ave, North Easton, MA 02356
Phone: 508-230-3789
Email: info@childrensmuseumineaston.org
Web: http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/Home.asp
Children's Museum at Holyoke
The Children's Museum at Holyoke provides participatory exhibits and educational programs that invite the interaction of children and adults to promote enjoyable learning and self-discover in the arts, sciences, and the world around them.
Address: 444 Dwight St, Holyoke, 01040
Phone: 413-536-KIDS
Email: kmorneau@childrensmuseumholyoke.org
Web: http://www.childrensmuseumholyoke.org/index.html
Our World Children's Global Discovery Museum
Our mission: to promote world unity and love through understanding how much we share; to open the minds of children to the world and their unique place within it; to nurture an enthusiasm for learning and to encourage initiative; to stimulate multiple learning styles to grow and develop while having fun.
Address: 100 Sohier St, Cohasset, MA 02025
Phone: 781-383-3198
Email: info@ourworldcgdm.org
Web: http://www.ourworldcgdm.org/default.htm
South Shoe Natural Science Center
The South Shore Natural Science Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the public about the natural and cultural environments of the South Shore. Our mission is to provide natural science experiences that educate, excite, and commit every generation to preserve the environment and to encourage responsible use, stewardship and enjoyment of our natural resources.
Address: 48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA 02061
Phone: 781-659-2559
Email: ssnsc@comcast.net
Web: http://www.ssnsc.org/
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.
