Homeschool Oklahoma is grateful for the tremendous growth of homeschooling over the past decade. Public understanding has increased, support has broadened, and homeschool families in our state are rarely subject to unnecessary intrusion. We are thankful for that. But with growing support has come a trend that concerns us: the push to offer homeschoolers government-funded … Continue reading Homeschoolers Want Fairness, Not Special Favors
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Leigh Bortins Interview, Pt. 2
This episode is the second half of our interview with Classical Conversations founder Leigh Bortins. Leigh is preparing to release a new book, The Habits of a Classical Education, which helps families establish the habits that are important for a solid homeschooling foundation. In this episode we cover a variety of topics including the importance and … Continue reading Leigh Bortins Interview, Pt. 2
Leigh Bortins Interview, Pt 1
In this episode, we had the opportunity to interview the founder of Classical Conversations, which organizes homeschooling communities around the US (and the world) focused on following Christian principles and classical education. Leigh has just finished a new book, The Habits of a Classical Education, which helps families establish the habits that are important for … Continue reading Leigh Bortins Interview, Pt 1
HB-4491 – Homeschoolers in Public School Sports/Activities
UPDATE – this bill has passed the House and is making headway in the Senate. Please read the description below to understand why HSOK is OPPOSED to this bill. CONTACT YOUR SENATOR TODAY to let them know what you think about this bill! Link to HB-4491Contact Chair and Vice Chair of Education Oversight Committee and … Continue reading HB-4491 – Homeschoolers in Public School Sports/Activities
SB-1975 – AP Tests for All Students
UPDATE – we are excited that this bill has PASSED THE SENATE and has moved on to the house! This bill is a model bill for fairness for all students without explicitly naming homeschoolers. The benefit is not a free service (no freebies from the government), it is not an academically gated benefit (no risk … Continue reading SB-1975 – AP Tests for All Students
HB-1519, HB-2953, and HB-3684 (Repealing the Tax Credit)
See bottom of page for links to contact Representatives UPDATE – all three of these bills seem to have stalled in committee. The bills to fully repeal the vouchers (HB-2953 and HB-3684) are both stalled in the education subcommittee of the appropriations and budget committee. The bill to just remove homeschoolers from the voucher is … Continue reading HB-1519, HB-2953, and HB-3684 (Repealing the Tax Credit)
HB 2950 (Removing ACT Score Differentiation)
UPDATE – since this bill has been amended from its previous version (and now does not explicitly or implicitly mention homeschoolers), Homeschool Oklahoma is now IN FAVOR of this bill. This bill has PASSED the house and is currently under consideration in the senate under the sponsorship of Senator Prieto. Homeschool Oklahoma is IN FAVOR … Continue reading HB 2950 (Removing ACT Score Differentiation)
HB-2963 (Removing ACT Criteria)
UPDATE – this bill has passed the education subcommittee of the appropriations and budget committee, and has been recommended to be heard in the full committee. Homeschool Oklahoma’s general opinion on this bill is mixed – it does not specifically endanger homeschooling freedom, but it does muddy the process for homeschoolers engaging in higher education. … Continue reading HB-2963 (Removing ACT Criteria)
SB 1322 (Abuse Reporting Requirements)
UPDATE – not much has happened on this bill in this session. It has been referred to the Health and Humans Services committee, but not much has happened since. Link to SB-1322Contact Chair and Vice Chair of Health and Human Services Committee SB-1322 prohibits the anonymous reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect allegations, referring … Continue reading SB 1322 (Abuse Reporting Requirements)
Interview with Nicki Truesdell
On today’s podcast we interview Nicki Truesdell. Nicki is a homeschooling mom and is a renowned speaker, author, and homeschool consultant. Additionally, she is a strong voice in the homeschooling movement for homeschooling freedom. Today, we talk about current threats to homeschooling freedoms which come in the modern guise of ESAs, vouchers, tax credits, “School … Continue reading Interview with Nicki Truesdell