Jordan Kiss is in eighth grade and attends Excelsior Co-op in Birmingham. He loves to read, which has contributed to his great vocabulary and spelling ability. He also enjoys playing soccer and his violin. He and his family are very thankful to have represented Alabama Homeschool students for this year’s spelling bee. He made it through four rounds, from 53 kids down to 18.


Homeschool Alabama Goes to Montgomery

A Capitol Day Adventure
Thursday April 4, 2024

Join homeschooling families from across the state to tour the state capitol building, visit historic sites, meet your legislators, and support homeschool freedom. Register now! We will update with more details as tour schedules and other events are set.

  • Tour of State House

  • Tour of Capitol Building

  • Deliver cookies to state legislators

  • Speakers

  • Field trip activities

  • REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.



Amendments to AHSAA Bylaws

Allowing Non-Traditional students to participate in interscholastic athletics with AHSAA member public schools.



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— Debbie Landry, Executive Director

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Homeschool Alabama (formerly CHEF of Alabama) is a 501-C(3) non-profit organization that exists to inform and connect Alabama homeschoolers. We provide accurate legal advice; seek to influence the legislative process to protect our freedom to home educate; support and encourage homeschool parents; and provide resources for local and state groups.