Homeschool Testing Codes

Use these homeschool codes when you test so that the scores are sent to you at your home address and not to the high school where you tested.
PLAN: 979999
PSAT: 992499
ACT: 969999
SAT: 970000

ACT/SAT Test Prep Website

The March2Success program is a web-based system that makes test preparation instruction available to everyone. The curriculum is designed by Peterson's and Educational Options Inc., and sponsored by the U.S. Army as a public service. The program is available to anyone over the age of 13 with Internet access. It's free and there's no obligation. To enroll or to view a demonstration, go to www.march2success.com .

Online Bible

The Bible Gateway is a tool for reading and researching Scripture online in the language or translation of your choice. It provides advanced searching capabilities, which allow readers to find and compare particular passages in scripture based on keywords, phrases, or Scripture reference. Go to http://www.biblegateway.com .

Pizza Hut BOOK IT! Reading Incentive Program

Orders are taken on an individual homeschool family basis only. Each family must submit their own individual request. The 2011 enrollment deadline is September 1st., however, we will continue to accept enrollment requests on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Go to http://www.bookitprogram.com/enrollment/homeschool.asp .

Outline Maps

For an outline map of any part of the world, go to http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/.

Math Formulas

Click here to view and print a quick reference card with math formulas for geometry, algebra, and trigonometry.

Writing Contests

For budding young writers, here's a website which lists writing contests. The site is put up by Molly Fox, a homeschool student. Go to www.homeschoolwriters.com and click on Contest Chart. For each contest the chart gives age or grade limits, the writing topic or style, deadline, prizes and other information, along with a link to get further details.

Lesson Plans

The following webpage, http://www.houseplansandmore.com/lesson-plans-for-at-home-learning.html, gives various links to lesson plans that a homeschooler might find useful. Subjects covered are Social Studies, Math, Science, Language Arts, and Art. It is up to the homeschooling parent to evaluate the appropriateness of materials there.

Discount for teachers (including homeschoolers)

Barnes & Noble Educator Program Application - Receive 20% discount off the publisher's list price on select items considered suitable for use in the classroom or with the student population, including most hardcover and paperback books, toys, and games

Joann Stores Teacher Rewards Discount Card - Receive 15% off your total purchase, advance notice of sales & special events via email and mail, money-saving coupons, ideas for future creative projects