Rhode Island 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.
Rhode Island Department of Education
Phone: RI Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Legal Office (401) 222-8979
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.
HOME EDUCATORS NETWORK OF RHODE ISLAND
Networking homeschool families throughout the state of Rhode Island.
Address: P.O. Box 63, Mapleville, RI 02839
Phone: (401) 567-0232
Email: HENRIhomeschool-owner@yahoogroups.com
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HENRIhomeschool/
RHODE ISLAND CHRISTIAN HOME EDUCATORS
A ministry of Christian homeschool families in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts who have joined together to encourage one another and to promote educational, cultural, athletic and spiritual growth among families.
Address: P.O. Box 3612, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Contact: Chris Childs
Phone: (401) 729 0207
Email: info@richeshomeschool.org
Web: http://www.richeshomeschool.org
SECULAR IN THE OCEAN STATE
Based in Coventry, RI.Inclusive support group offering information, parent meetings, field trips, monthly get-togethers, and much more.
Contact: Cris Robin
Phone: (401) 397-8041
Email: manager@soshomeskoolri.org
Web: http://www.soshomeskoolri.org
The Rhode Island Guild of Home Teachers
RIGHT is an organization of families committed to educational excellence and freedom. It is our purpose to promote home education and to support efforts that protect parental authority and educational freedom. We believe every family has the constitutional and moral right to homeschool their children. We operate on the basis of Biblical principals by upholding the Judeo-Christian ethic.
Address: PO Box 432, Coventry, RI 02816
Phone: 401-351-5991
Web: http://www.rihomeschool.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!
PROVIDENCE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Rhode Island's only museum especially for children and their families. Providence Children's Museum is a hands-on place where kids, ages 1-11, and grown-ups play and learn together.
Address: 100 South Street, Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 273-5437 (KIDS)
Email: provcm@childrenmuseum.org
Web: http://www.childrenmuseum.org/htdocs/index.html
ROGER WILLIAMS PARK ZOO
There's a whole lot happening and planned for the Zoo to make it a winning, world-class facility once again. Take a virtual tour of the new zoo here.
Address: 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02907
Phone: (401) 785-3510
Email: info@rwpzoo.org
Web: http://www.rwpzoo.org/
Newport Art Museum
The Museum's collections and exhibitions focus on the visual artists of Newport and southeastern New England, reflecting both the rich heritage of the past and the lively art scene of the present. The collections feature works by Fitz Henry Lane, George Inness, William Trost Richards, John Fredrick Kensett, John La Farge, Gilbert Stuart, Helene Sturtevant, and Catharine Morris Wright. Contemporary artists represented in the collection include Dale Chihuly, Howard Ben Tre, Robert Hamita, James Baker, and Joseph Norman.
Address: 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
Phone: 401-848-8205
Web: http://www.newportartmuseum.org/index.html
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.
