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- Stronger for Life: Why Kids Need CrossFit and Functional Fitness
In an era dominated by screens, sedentary routines, and structured sitting, keeping kids physically active is more critical than ever. But physical education for youth has evolved far beyond… - Seedtime and Harvest: A November Seed Hunt for Your K-5 Homeschool
November can look like the end of the growing year. The garden is spent and the leaves are coming down. But all fall, the plants around your home have been packing up next year, one seed at a time.… - More Than Physical Education: Why MMA Is Great for Homeschool Families
More Than Physical Education: Why MMA Is Great for Homeschool Families Homeschooling families understand that education goes far beyond textbooks and classrooms. Building confidence, developing… - Student Leadership Starts Long Before a Title
Leadership isn't reserved for student council presidents, team captains, or the loudest voice in the room. Every student has the ability to lead through their actions, choices, and character. In… - We Do Things Differently at Sams Tutoring Online
Sams Tutoring Online: We're Different. We Promise! At Sams Tutoring Online, we believe exceptional education begins with something far more powerful than textbooks, worksheets, or test scores: a… - What Arkansas EFA Money Can Buy in 2026–27, and the Ask-Before-You-Spend Rule
For 2026–27, ADE lists eligible Arkansas EFA expenses including tuition and fees, uniforms, testing, instructional materials, tutoring, curricula, supplemental supplies, specific technology devices,… - A New Chapter for Mrs. Janaun’s Film Class!
Big things are happening at Mrs. Janaun’s Film Class! Our young filmmakers are creating, collaborating, learning new skills, and earning recognition for their work—and we have an exciting change of… - Brick Math FREE Lesson on Basic Fractions
Brick Math is a fun and very effective way for K-8th grade students to learn math, using lego-type bricks to model the math. Students develop true understanding of math, not rote memorization. The… - Welcome to Legacy Cheer Athletics!
Welcome to Legacy Athletics: Where Homeschoolers Can Learn, Grow & Shine! Looking for a fun, active, and engaging way to incorporate physical education into your homeschool routine? Legacy Athleti… - Painting Pottery & Clay Handbuilding
🎨 Looking for hands-on, creative art classes covered by your EFA funds? At Harley’s Pottery Painting Studio in Fort Smith, we offer fantastic artistic experiences for kids! Whether they want to dive… - Elevating Your Online Education at Centric Learning Academy
Centric Learning empowers students to learn at the speed of life Navigating the dynamic landscape of online educatio n demands careful consideration in selecting the platform that aligns with your… - ClassWallet Survival Guide for Arkansas EFA Families: Pay, Buy, Get Reimbursed
Arkansas EFA money lives in ClassWallet. You can link to a microschool or private school that invoices you, pay vendors directly, or request reimbursement. Reimbursements need proof showing the date,… - Hands-On STEAM Enrichment for Arkansas Homeschool Families: Learning Through Play with Preschool STEAM
Homeschooling gives you the freedom to create learning experiences that fit your child. But choosing the right enrichment resources can feel overwhelming. You want your child to explore science,… - One Plant a Week: A Simple Science Rhythm for Your K-5 Homeschool
You do not need a lab, a microscope or a stack of textbooks to teach real science in the early grades. You need one plant, a few minutes each day and a reason to look closely. That is the idea behind… - You Don't Need to Be Good With Money to Teach Your Kids About It
We all want more. We just never ask why. Everything we teach kids about money is about how much. How much to save. How much to spend. How much to give. But somehow, it never feels like enough.… - Comic Crate® sparks a love of reading through comic books!
Comics make reading easier and more fun. Pictures guide the story, build confidence, and keep kids engaged! Comic Crate is the only comic subscription box that allows you to choose the rating of the… - EFA Testing for Arkansas Homeschoolers: Who Tests, Which Tests, and When
Homeschooled Arkansas EFA students in grades K–10 had to take an approved reading and math test between March 1 and June 30, 2026 to keep eligibility for 2026–27. Here is what counts, how to pay for… - A New Way to See: Photography for Your Homeschool Day
A favorite corner of the backyard. Light falling across the kitchen table. An object that holds a special memory. For a young person with a camera, everyday moments can become opportunities to… - Your Child Isn’t Falling Behind as a Person: They May Just Need a Different Way to Learn
By J. Valencia Cross | JValenciaACTS Educational Solutions & Student Academic Success Services Have you ever sat beside your child during a homeschool lesson, explained something three different w… - Arkansas EFA: You Must Apply or Renew Every Year. Don't Miss the Window
Arkansas Education Freedom Accounts do not roll forward on autopilot. Families must apply or renew every year for every participating student through FACTS. The 2026–27 window ran March 9 to June 1,… - Arkansas Homeschool Notice of Intent: June 1, August 15, and Where EFA Fits
Every Arkansas homeschool family files a Notice of Intent every academic year. Filing opens June 1, the deadline is August 15, and after that a child leaving public school faces a five-school-day… - The Arkansas EFA in Plain English: Who Runs It, What It Pays, How Money Moves
Arkansas Education Freedom Accounts pay $7,208 per student for 2026–27 ($8,011 for Succeed Scholarship students), net of transaction fees. Here is who runs the program, when the quarterly payments…
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