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What is Your Group’s Mission and Purpose?
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Three steps to start your group
Creating a homeschool group from scratch can feel overwhelming! HSLDA Group Services is here to help you from start to finish. We cover everything you need to know about starting your group in three steps.
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STEP ONE
Find Your Purpose
First, form the foundation of your group by deciding what your group’s purpose and structure is.
Step Two
Establish Your Plan
Next, determine the big picture plan for your group. Regardless of your group’s size or scale, we recommend thinking through these six things.
Step Three
Develop Your Policies
Finally, we recommend crafting policies for your group. These seven policies are a great place to start.
Meet Darren Jones!
Darren is the director of Group Services at HSLDA. He's also an attorney, homeschool grad, and homeschooling father. He enjoys supporting group leaders in their vital role of helping families homeschool successfully.
Have a question about group leadership? Want help brainstorming an idea or solution? Reach out to Darren and his friendly team!
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