Nevada 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.
Nevada Department of Education
Phone: NV Department of Education (775)687-9200
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.
LDS PAHRUMP HOMESCHOOLERS
Serving the Pahrump, NV area. LDS and like-minded families are welcome to share in our passion for teaching our children. This group will begin with weekly social activities, monthly mom's meetings, idea sharing, monthly field trips, etc. We will also work with other homeschool groups in Pahrump to help build a stong homeschool community here.
Contact: Veronica Sproul
Phone: (775) 751-9324
Email: aronica1@yahoo.com
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LDSPahrumpHomeschoolers/
RENO HOMESCHOOLING
Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas. We are a homeschool support group offering a computer lab with 8 PC's, speech and language pathology, Lindamood-Bell Reading program, Institute for Excellence in Writing program, academic consultation and evaluations. We also assist with curriculum selection.
Contact: Pat Cunningham
Phone: (775) 825-3331 or 825-6012
Fax: (775) 825-3331
Email: renohomeschooling@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.renohomeschooling.com
Cornerstone's Home Inspirational Educational Family Schools
A Christian homeschool support group providing and sharing prayer, support, ideas, and encouragement to strengthen our homeschooled families by and through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Address: 5825 West Eldora, Las Vegas, NV
Phone: (702) 839-2222
Email: chiefsgroup@yahoo.com
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/chiefsgroup/
Nevada Christian Home School (NCHS)
Our mission is to promote a Christian worldview in the homeschool community; assist families who are new to homeschooling; provide encouragement and support for parents who are educating their teen through high school; offer guest speaker events and workshops to educate and encourage homeschool families; and provide help to the support group leader. NCHS is available to guide those interested in beginning a support group of their own. Our board and department heads have over twenty years of homeschool experience in Nevada. We are available to encourage you with your personal homeschool challenges.
Address: PO Box 60364, Reno, NV 89506
Phone: 775-742-9076
Email: mail@nevadachristianhomeschool.org
Web: http://www.nevadachristianhomeschool.org/
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 WILBUR D. MAY CENTER
The Wilbur D. May Center is an adventure for people of all ages. It is a Museum, a collection of rare and exotic artifacts, a place to experience fun traveling exhibits and special moments. The Arboretum is where gardeners gather seeds of knowledge; an incomparable display and living museum of colorful flowers, creekside meadows, outdoor courtyards and secluded benches. The Great Basin Adventure is a fun-filled family experience where kids can pet animals, ride a pony, pan for gold, ride an old fashioned log flume, or explore in our "touch anything" Discovery Room.
Address: Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra, Reno, Nevada 89503
Email: Lynda@maycenter.com
Web: http://www.maycenter.com/
ANIMAL ARK
Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary houses animals mostly native to the American West, including coyotes, pronghorn antelopes, a black bear, mountain lion, wolves, bobcats, owls, desert tortoises, and more -- including two tigers (not found naturally in America). The park is open weekends from early April to late October, and also open on Thursdays and Fridays during summer months.
Phone: (775) 969-3111
Email: animalarkk@aol.com
Web: http://www.animalark.org/
The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada, Inc., is dedicated to providing education and entertainment - "edutainment" - to children and families in the greater Carson City community.
Our museum provides exhibits and programs that focus on the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities. Our exhibits and programs are based on Nevada educational standards, current and historical culture, or kinetic movement; and entertain youth ages two to teen and their families.
Address: 813 N. Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701
Phone: 775-884-2226
Email: info@cmnn.org
Web: http://www.cmnn.org/index.html
Lied Discovery Children's Museum
The mission of Lied Discovery Children's Museum is to provide a vibrant and engaging experience, through exhibits and programs, where children from economically and culturally diverse backgrounds actively participate in playful learning experiences that ignite a love of lifelong learning.
Address: 833 Las Vegas Boulevard North, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Phone: 702-382- KIDS
Web: http://www.ldcm.org/index.php
Sothern Nevada Zoological and Botanical Park (Las Vegas Zoo)
Our natural living campus is a wonderful educational facility where students of any age actively participate in an exciting learning experience about the environment. Our primary focus is to assist in educating students about rare and endangered species of plants and animals, and providing information about the importance of habitat protection. We hope this experience will help students develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the uniqueness and beauty of the world around them.
Address: 1775 N. Rancho Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89106
Phone: 702-647-4685
Email: nvzoolv@aol.com
Web: http://www.lasvegaszoo.com/index.htm
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.
