by OCEANetwork | Oct 30, 2023 | Alerts
You may remember that homeschooled students were required to get their local school district’s permission to take the GED. Private school students were in the same position as homeschoolers. See our alert here. The GED problem was fixed during this 2023 long...
by OCEANetwork | Oct 13, 2023 | Encouragement, Tips & Tools
Homeschooling provides a unique opportunity for parents to nurture a love of learning in their children. If this is one of your core values as a homeschooling family, you’ll find yourself in good company with fellow homeschool families! Fred Rogers said, “A love of...
by OCEANetwork | Jun 5, 2023 | Conference & Events
Are you excited to attend the upcoming conference? We can’t wait to see you there! To make the most of your experience, you’ll want to spend some time and prepare for the homeschool conference. We’ve put together this helpful list of tips to...
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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...
