by OCEANetwork | Mar 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
As you may know OCEANetwork has been working to protect and expand homeschool freedoms in Oregon for more than 35 years. Why do we do it, you might ask? We believe that parents have the right and the responsibility to teach and train their children as they see...
by OCEANetwork | Jan 25, 2023 | Alerts
Every year, OCEANetwork monitors any bills, initiatives, or rules that may negatively impact homeschool freedoms in Oregon. The need for vigilance is even greater during long legislative sessions, which happen every other year. The 2023 long legislative...
by OCEANetwork | Dec 9, 2022 | Homeschool Freedom
Dear friends, In 2022, we continued to see more and more Oregon parents choosing to homeschool. It has been such an encouragement! Our hope and prayer is that families will experience the blessing of private home education and family discipleship. We see evidence of...
by OCEANetwork | Nov 12, 2022 | Ages & Stages, Tips & Tools
Are you looking for simple, hands-on learning activities to do with your preschooler? Or perhaps you have an active little one who needs a screen-free occupation while you homeschool the older kids or catch up on housework? Preschool busy bags are a great tool to try...
by OCEANetwork | Nov 11, 2022 | Ages & Stages, Parenting & Family, Tips & Tools
Many homeschool families have at least one preschooler underfoot, overhead, and zooming all over the place. It can make things challenging when it comes to intentional learning time! Whether you’re looking for ways to teach your littles at home or just need tips...
by OCEANetwork | Sep 9, 2022 | Homeschooling in Oregon Spotlight
Oregon homeschoolers have benefited greatly from the dedicated work of Rodger Williams, OCEANetwork’s lead legislative liaison and member of our Freedom Watch Team. Learn more about him from our recent interview, transcribed below! OCEANetwork: Rodger, thank you for...
by OCEANetwork | Aug 11, 2022 | Getting Started, Homeschooling in Oregon Spotlight
Are you officially homeschooling your child for the first time this year? If so, one thing you’ll need to do is to submit a letter of intent. Below are seven important facts you need to know about your letter of intent to homeschool in Oregon! 7 Important Facts...
by OCEANetwork | Jul 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
School Choice advocates are circulating a revised petition for an amendment to the Oregon Constitution — an amendment which would give state money to homeschoolers and private schools, among others.Amendment advocates imply it protects...
by OCEANetwork | Apr 2, 2022 | Homeschooling in Oregon Spotlight, Tips & Tools
Oregon is one of the most beautiful states and boasts of an immensely diverse terrain. It’s a homeschool nature study wonderland, really. If you’re looking great tips and ideas for adding Oregon nature study to your homeschool, we’ve got you covered!...
by OCEANetwork | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
It’s an exciting time! You have invested your heart, soul, time, and energy into your child. And, now the day has arrived for your student to don his or her cap and gown (or not). It’s completely up to your individual homeschool! In any case,...