We are excited to host this webinar for those who are interested or are needing information in the homeschool journey. Please invite friends and family to join us, and we feel that even those of us who have been on this journey for a little bit can be encouraged in attending this event. Let's be encouraged and rejuvenated in our purpose and reasons for homeschooling and directing our students' education!
Registration is required!
We are offering an online workshop focusing on the high school journey. This is only open to Essential families, because we will be discussing procedures specific to Essential enrollment and Essential’s diploma requirements. Best for families with students in grades 8-12.
Registration is required
Please join us and other homeschoolers across the country as we: Give thanks for the freedom we have to homeschool our children, Pray for homeschooling families in your own nation and around the world, Pray for upcoming elections and the impact they may have on homeschooling, Pray for your state’s homeschool organization and its leaders. Pray for your elected officials to recognize that the education of children is the responsibility of the parents, not that of the nation, Pray for your own family—your homeschooling journey and the Lord’s guidance as you take that journey, your relationships with one another, your own children and their futures, as well as seeking ways your family can minister to others, Rejoice in God’s mercy and His faithfulness in all things.
A FREE virtual event for all Alabama homeschool families. Register at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/state-of-homeschool-freedom-nov--6 for access to the online event.
Either complete the Re-Enrollment form on your Member Page - OR - JOIN US at https://essentialchurchschool.org/enrollment July 1st marks the movement for Essential into a new school year for our records, but your students can continue to work on completing grade levels or coursework through this school transition. Your academic reporting has freedom in Essential to report as work is completed. The only requirement is that you are enrolled with Essential! Contact our office staff if you have any questions about Essential's school year designations.
2024-2025 attendance is due for ALL students enrolled with Essential during the 2024-2025 school year.
Essential is excited to offer this resource for our families and students!
Join homeschool families across the nation and the world in a special day of prayer. Follow the Homeschool Freedom Facebook page for hourly prayer prompts starting at 10:00 AM (EDT), special guests throughout the day, and more. This annual event takes place the first Friday of November. FREE ACTIVITY GUIDE: Download the free activity guide and print copies for each of your children to enjoy the activity and coloring pages throughout the day and beyond. LEARN MORE: homeschoolfreedom.com/prayer
The Essential school year runs from July 1st through June 30th. We allow families to set their own school day schedule within these parameters.
Please submit your 2023-2024 attendance records through the online form or to the school office before June 30th. This is a legal requirement for all schools in Alabama.