why choose idea?
THE FINAL WORD
We believe strongly that IDEA offers the best homeschool support
available in Alaska, for three primary reasons:
Experience
IDEA has been in existence since 1997, when distance education programs were a “school in a box,” with districts providing cookie-cutter curriculum to all students by grade level, and assessing achievement via mailed-in papers. IDEA was the first to develop a true “homeschool support program” in Alaska, changing the face of “correspondence programs” forever. We were the first to develop the policies, procedures, relationships with vendors, and many other unique educational resources you won’t find elsewhere. Every aspect of IDEA was developed around a homeschooler’s needs.
Parent Support
We believe no one is more dedicated to a child than their parents and we feel that education is best achieved when tailored to a child’s personality. IDEA was the first in Alaska to offer a program catering to parents, treating them with respect and allowing freedom of teaching methods and flexible curriculum. For this reason, IDEA’s unique program caught on with families immediately, sky-rocketing to over 1,150 students in our first 2-months! Today, as we celebrate 20 years of Homeschooling Brilliance, IDEA is still the LARGEST homeschool program in Alaska (although many similar programs have tried to imitate what we do).
Our Philosophy
We are the only program created from the ground up, from the very first day of inception — by homeschoolers, for homeschoolers. No other facet or feature of IDEA speaks louder than the fact that homeschoolers have had an influential voice in every program component. Additionally, our statewide lead and five regional Field Reps have a combined 100+ years experience in homeschooling their own children. We believe in a strong avenue of communication with parents, engaged Parent Advisory Committees and consistently seeking input to advance with the ever-evolving needs of families.
Ready to begin your homeschooling journey?
SOME FUN HOMESCHOOLING FACTS
Approximate statistics – according to the National Centers for Education Statistics (NCES)
2
Mil +
Number of Homeschoolers as of 2015 Estimates
74
%
Approx # of Homeschoolers Who Attend College
91
%
Choose Homeschool Due to Concern for Safe Environment
15
-
30%
Test Score Averages (Over Public School Students)
PARENT TESTIMONIALS
don't take our word for it
Karen JonesIDEA Parent, Region Mat-Su They're like FAMILY!
"It's just an AMAZING group of people... I don't know where they get them, but they are LIKE FAMILY!"
Robert MooreIDEA Parent, Region A Curriculum FREEDOM
"...being able to match how my son learns, but also how my wife teaches IS INVALUABLE!"
Lucas & Jennifer BarnlundIDEA Parents, Region A INDIVIDUALIZED learning
"I love that IDEA gives me the opportunity to educate each one of my children -- according to THEIR learning style."
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION
Get in touch
One of our knowledgeable staff will be happy to chat with you!
We are enrolling for the 2020-2021 school year.
OR Speak with our field reps:
Whether you're new to homeschooling or simply looking for a better option for your child's education, our knowledgeable staff will be happy to walk you through the process of enrolling or simply answer all your questions!
Anchorage: Sally Javier, 907-333-2255
Fairbanks: Jen Schutte, 907-456-1368
Kenai: Leanne Cragg, 907-260-3158
Wasilla: Heidi Mobley, 907-357-4896
Juneau: Emma Deats, 907-790-4755
