In Connecticut there are two things homeschoolers need to understand; the law, and the Guidelines. The two sometimes cause confusion for people, and sometimes the Guidelines are mistaken for being law, but they are not law. The Guidelines are part of the Suggested Procedure on Home Instruction in CT. This analysis includes information on state laws, state guidelines, sample forms, and more.

Located in Ridgefield, the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum presents three major exhibitions and six to seven smaller exhibitions annually. Also offers performing arts events.

Located in New Haven, the Peabody Museum of Natural History features exhibits of Egyptian mummies, saber-toothed cats, dinosaurs, dioramas, special exhibits, and more.

An Act Concerning Revisions to the Education Statutes (94-245) contains the following provisions: Special Education and Private School or Home Schooling. The act exempts students from the state's special education requirements, if their parents or guardians provide equivalent instruction at home or in a private school and refuse to consent to special education services for their children. Limitation on Commissioner's Waiver Authority. The act prohibits the education commissioner from waiving a...

130 West Main Street New Britain, CT 06052 860-229-0213 This small law firm in New Britain, CT, offers advice and representation for homeschooling families.

CHALK is a Christian homeschool support group for families in Derby, Seymour, Shelton, Ansonia, Milford, Stratford, Orange, West Haven, New Haven, and surrounding towns in Connecticut. Offers support and information, field trips, family gatherings, Mom's Night Out, and more.

This is a listing of the guidelines issued by the Connecticut Department of Education regarding how they think the home education laws should be implemented.

CT Homeschool Network (CHN) is Connecticut’s largest statewide support & information homeschool organization that serves to inclusively inform, empower, and build community among home educators in the state of Connecticut. This statewide group offers support and information to homeschooling families. You'll find activities, a newsletter, and discounts at various stores and events.

Established in 1842, the Wadsworth Atheneum is America's oldest public art museum. The Wadsworth presents more than 15 special shows each year, Many are inspired by masterworks in the museum's holdings, while others are solo shows by emerging artists. The museum's collections span more than 5,000 years, from ancient Egyptian to contemporary art. Located in Hartford.

This group is for the use of CHN (CT Homeschool Network, Inc.) leaders. It is intended to be used to post any questions concerning membership, the CHN convention, the leader's luncheon, legislative updates, etc. It is intended to help leaders network better and to provide a means of personal" contact with fellow CHN homeschool support groups throughout the state of Connecticut.

Stonington Vineyards is open to the public seven days a week. A visit can be fun and educational for the whole family. You may picnic in the vineyards, you bring the food and picnic blanket and they'll supply the wine chilled. Stroll in the vineyards and see the seasonal changes in the grape growing process. This vineyard is a real hands-on experience of a working farm winery.

Loving and Fun Filled Education (LAFFE) is a homeschool support group/coop serving families in Andover, CT and surrounding towns.

This group is for parents who would like to ask questions about homeschooling in Connecticut and hear about support group and park date meetings.

Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is Connecticut's only zoo. Situated on 52 lush acres of Beardsley Park in North Bridgeport, on the Trumbull-Stratford line, the Zoo features More than 300 animals representing approximately 125 primarily North and South American species. Zoo highlights include several endangered species, a South American rainforest exhibit, walk-through prairie dog exhibit, New England farmyard, a Victorian greenhouse, and a carousel Museum.

Groton CHEA represents homeschoolers in the New London County area of Connecticut.

Not Back to School Camp is a non-denominational, non-religious homeschool camp. The camp offers workshops, spontaneous events, and special evening gatherings, bringing together campers who are excited about life and willing to be themselves and to reach out and connect with the others.