A little about me . . .

Welcome! I'm Jill—Educator, Mentor, and Homeschool Advocate. Thanks for stopping by! I’m a lifelong educator with a passion for supporting homeschool families. My journey began in a public city school classroom in the 90's, where I discovered a deep love for teaching. After a few wonderful years, I joined the military and proudly served. Following my service, I focused on raising my children and supporting my husband’s military career. He retired after 26 years as a combat-disabled veteran and now teaches as a professor at a large state university. Together, we’ve raised five amazing kids—four have graduated from homeschooling, and I’m currently still homeschooling our youngest, who’s almost 12. Academically, I hold two master’s degrees in education, one in special needs and one in English, and am currently completing my doctorate in education. I will graduate in 2026.

Virginia Homeschool Evaluations a.ka. Proof-of-Progress

I am well-qualified and have been completing POPs for four years in the state of Virginia for families. I would love to chat and see if we are a good fit to collaborate on your POP. Please fill out the contact form, and I will be in touch. I start booking in February for May, June, and early July of each year. My fee for the 2026 year is $40 for the first child and $15 for each additional child.

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Getting Started in Virginia

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The Homeschool Law

https://heav.org/virginia-homeschool-laws/
and
https://hslda.org/legal/virginia
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https://my.heritagedefense.org/access-the-vault

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What Choices do I have: End of Year Testing, Evaluations, or Program of Study Report Card?

Let's talk through the best option for your student. Or you can read about it on the HEAV site here: https://heav.org/testing-evidence-progress/

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I am a stress-free evaluator and mentor

Every summer, I offer personalized Proof of Progress (POP) evaluations for homeschool families—something I truly love doing. If you’re looking for an encouraging and stress-free experience with an evaluator or just need help navigating the homeschool journey, I’d be honored to connect with you!