Pennsylvania

Homeschooling Resources

Welcome! Homeschooling is an exciting journey, and we will be with you every step of the way. These resources will help you navigate the state requirements and access local support groups.

Homeschooling Regulatory Information

The link below may help you with legal questions about homeschooling in your state.

Pennsylvania Department of Education

Pennsylvania 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 of 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 among homeschooling families, this list does not constitute affiliation between Calvert Education and the groups represented below.

CHRISTIAN HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OF PENNSYLVANIA (CHAP)

CHAP exists to support and encourage home educators. It is a distinctly Christian organization with a statement of faith. CHAP seeks to nurture education that is Christian, and supports education that is in harmony with Judeo-Christian principles.
Web: http://www.chaponline.com/

PENNSYLVANIA HOME EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION (PHEA)

PHEA is an inclusive statewide coalition of home educators whose primary purpose is to provide accurate information and advocate for Pennsylvania home educators.
Web: http://www.phea.net/

YORK HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION, INC. (YHSA)

YHSA is a Christian support group, and it strives through all efforts to bring glory to God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, as prescribed in the Nicene Creed.
The mission of YHSA is to encourage excellence and integrity in homeschooling. YHSA exists to serve the interests of parents educating their children at home under Act 169, the Pennsylvania Home Education Law of 1988; this does not include those enrolling their children in cyber or charter schools, which are part of the government school system in Pennsylvania.

YHSA is a volunteer-run ministry. Through the involvement and effort of all of its member families, YHSA can provide encouragement and resources for families, assist new homeschoolers, and provide academic and social interaction with other parents and children with similar concerns and educational goals.
Web: http://yhsa.org/