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WELCOME TO NICHE (HOMESCHOOL IOWA)

We're glad you've found us! Our goal is to serve homeschooling families in Iowa.
No matter where you live in our state or what your homeschooling style is, we're here for you!

Our Board

Our Board is comprised of homeschoolers who are dedicated to providing support and resources to the other home educating families who live in Iowa. We welcome you to our site and invite you to get to know us.

Beyond our Board, our Homeschool Iowa Regional Representatives serve in 18 regions around the state, offering localized assistance. On our website, you can view a state map with your region, the name of your regional representative, and an email to meet her and get connected in your area.

We hope you enjoy our website and will communicate with us on our Contact page.

OUR MISSION

We’re passionate about promoting home education; providing events, communications, and resources for homeschooling families; and protecting our freedom to home educate in Iowa.

YOU are a vital a part of reaching these goals.

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IOWA HOMESCHOOL NEWS & EVENTS

Even though I was talking to myself, I’m not crazy.
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IPI vs CPI with Opt-Out

What's the difference between Independent Private Instruction (IPI) and Competent Private Instruction (CPI) Option 2 with Opt-Out? Here's the answer!
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What Are Your Homeschooling Motives?

Homeschooling dad, grandfather, speaker, and publisher, Steve Lambert, asks an important question. On what are your homeschooling motives based?
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God Knows

What can the Little Brown Church in Vale have to do with homeschooling? Our Homeschool Iowa magazine editor, Jenn Warren, will fill you in.
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2018 Conference Highlights

Over 1200 homeschooling attendees experienced an inspiring dose of encouragement and motivation at the 2018 Homeschool Iowa Conference. Check out these highlights!
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Taking an End-of-the-Year Snapshot

If you follow a traditional school year, you're likely approaching the end of your school year. Set aside some time to celebrate and review your year. Take an end-of-the-year snapshot! You won't regret it.
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Community College Summer Camps 2018

Did you know that Iowa Community Colleges offer summer camps for younger students? Here's a list of offerings with links to each.
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2018 Conference

Whether you're just starting to homeschool or you've been at it for many years, you'll want to devote some time to renew, refresh, and recharge before the new school year starts. We have just the means to help you do that, helping you to transform your homeschooling efforts and outcomes: The 2018 Homeschool Iowa Conference!
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10 Best Homeschool Apps

If you're looking for top quality apps for use in your homeschool, our 2018 Homeschool Iowa Conference speaker, Leah Neiman can help. She's compiled an amazing list of the top ten apps in every homeschool subject.
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What Are Teachable Moments?

What are teachable moments? And how can you recognize -- and even develop them -- to use effectively in your homeschool? Our 2018 Homeschool Iowa Conference speaker Heidi Franz offers help for you!
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Impact @ the Capitol

Over 800 homeschoolers from all across the state of Iowa registered to participate in the Homeschool Iowa Capitol Day in Des Moines. Attendees met with their legislators, heard from Governor Reynolds and other elected officials, participated in activities, and shared fellowship with other home educators.
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