TEACH THE WAY YOUR CHILD LEARNS

Why idea?

At IDEA Homeschool, we believe you know your child best.

One of the most popular reasons why Alaska families choose IDEA is for the simple fact that we honor parents to make the decisions that matter when it comes to the academic success of each student. Of course, we are always there when help or guidance is needed, like a safety net, but parents tell us they appreciate that IDEA essentially “steps aside” and only provides as much—or as little support as they require. Whether you have it all figured out or need to lean on your IDEA Contact Teacher for personalized advice, we have your back!

We are proud to partner with families who care so deeply about the education of their children and love that our IDEA support system empowers parents with the tools and techniques to teach the way each child learns best. 

What makes IDEA different from other homeschool programs in Alaska?

OUR ADVANTAGES

Sometimes bigger is ACTUALLY better. Key benefits Alaskan families tell us they enjoy are the variety of resources they can access from across IDEA’s statewide network of Certified Teachers and staff in 6 major regions of Alaska. They also appreciate the mentoring, sharing, and advice they receive from thousands of experienced homeschoolers within IDEA’s exclusive Facebook parent groups.

More Experience

By homeschoolers, for homeschoolers — IDEA staff have more combined homeschool experience than any other homeschool program. Who better to partner with than like-minded individuals whose goal is to make your homeschool the best it can be?

More Tech Support

Technology is important, and IDEA is the only homeschool program in Alaska that has a full time computer tech in each of our offices. No need to make a call halfway around the world to get help with your computer, IT support is readily available.

More Choices

Many other homeschool programs in Alaska severely limit the types of books and other curricula you can use. Not IDEA. Families enrolled in IDEA have access to a huge selection of curricular options.
You get to choose!

More Clubs + Events

Being a part of the biggest homeschool program has awesome benefits; IDEA has more clubs and groups than any other homeschool in Alaska! Opt in for fun events like Battle of the Books, Academic Decathlon or STEAM Workshops. Choose from regular get-togethers like Chess Club, Lego Robotics Teams, kids’ sewing clubs and more! 

More Support

IDEA is the ONLY homeschool program with a field rep in each of our offices whose job is specifically to serve you! Because all of our field reps are long-time homeschoolers, they are an integral part of our support system to you. Collectively they bring 100+ yrs of homeschool experience and their only job is to support your homeschooling journey.  

(New!) More Allotment

An allotment is money set aside for your child’s educational needs. For the 22-23 school year, families now get $2,200 for grades K-3, $2,400 for grades 4-8 & $2,600 for grades 9-12. Use funds to buy curriculum, technology, activities or services like classes or private tutoring. Using our FAST ordering system, you’ll have no out-of-pocket cost & materials shipped to your door. 

Ready to begin your homeschooling journey?

ENROLL online today

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 25 years of Homeschooling Brilliance, IDEA is still the LARGEST homeschool program in Alaska (although many similar programs have tried to imitate what we do).

By Homeschoolers, For Homeschoolers

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.

A few words from our IDEA FAMILIES

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.”

SOOOO Helpful!

“I’ve tried other homeschool programs but IDEA is sooooo helpful! IDEA has given me so much encouragement and support.”

– Anna, IDEA Parent, Region A

GREAT BIG (Homeschooling) Family

“IDEA is such a blessing for my family. I feel like I’m a part of a BIG homeschooling family!”

– Rebekah, IDEA Parent, Region F

CONTACT US

We’re enrolling for the 2022-2023 school year.

OR Speak with our field reps:

Whether you’re new to homeschooling or 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
Eagle River: Jacintha Mezzetti, 907-531-2062
Fairbanks: Jen Schutte, 907-456-1368
Kenai: Cherie Taylor, 907-260-7555
Wasilla: Heidi Mobley, 907-357-4896
Juneau: Emma Deats, 907-790-4755



GENERAL QUESTIONS

IDEA-MEDIA@ideafamilies.org