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Please note that membership is valid for the current school year only. This runs until May 31st of the current school year, regardless of date of joining LCHEA. Membership fees are not refundable.

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Additional Questions

1. Please select the reason for your application. New LCHEA Family
Renewing LCHEA Family
New Homeschooling Family
2. Please select the school year for which you are registering.
(Note that the current school year will end on May 31st, 2024.) 2023-24 school year (valid 6/1/23-5/31/24)
3. Have you updated/renewed your accountability group for the current school year?
(1 required) Yes, My accountability group is current
4. What is your family homeschool option?

Option 1: Families choosing to homeschool through option one agree to have their local school district approve their choice of curriculum as well as their methods of evaluation.

Option 2: Homeschooling with (SCAIHS) South Carolina Association of Independant Home Schools.

Option 3: Enroll in a homeschool association that has at least 50 member families.

State law requires homeschool associations to maintain the following minimum requirements for homeschooling parents:

You must have at least a high school diploma or GED.
You must teach your child for at least 180 days per school year.
Your curriculum must include reading, writing, math, science, social studies, and, in grades 7–12, composition and literature.
The educational records you keep must include: a plan book or other record of subjects taught and activities; a portfolio of samples of your child’s academic work; and a semiannual progress report including attendance records and individualized documentation of your child’s academic progress in the required subjects.

Option 1: Under Public School
Option 2: SCAIHS
Option 3: with Homeschool Association
5. What is the name of your accountability group? (LCHEA is a support group. It is NOT an accountability group, which is required to be legally homeschooling in South Carolina.) 6.

LCHEA BYLAWS AGREEMENT STATEMENT

I/we hereby concur with LCHEA's Bylaws (available on top tabs). I/we understand that LCHEA is a support group for Christian homeschool families and assumes no responsibility as to instruction, curriculum, testing, or college recommendations. I/we understand that LCHEA is not taking the role of an accountability group, and it is our/my responsibility to ensure that I/we have complied with South Carolina education requirements. I/we hereby release, discharge, and covenant not to sue LCHEA, its leadership, participants, or hosting churches and organizations from any and all claims, demands, losses, or damages to myself, my child(ren), or my property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or part by the negligence of any of the listed parties. I/we further agree to indemnify LCHEA in the event that my acts or omissions or the acts or omissions of my child(ren) cause loss or damage to the organization, its leadership, participants, hosting churches, or third parties.

LCHEA ByLaws Document (1 required) I/we agree to the statements in LCHEA's Bylaws
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LCHEA MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY AGREEMENT STATEMENT

I/we hereby concur that I/we have no children currently living in my/our home that are enrolled in Virtual Charter School (VCS) education (public school at home). Note: VCS is not to be confused with Homeschool Option 1, the public school district (Section 59-65-40 of SC Code).

Note: Please notify LCHEA leadership of any changes to this status during the school year, as it will affect your membership eligibility. For more information concerning LCHEA's policy on Virtual Charter Schooling, see the Eligibility link on the LCHEA website.

Membership Eligibility

(1 required) I/We agree to the LCHEA Membership Eligibility
8. LCHEA STATEMENT OF FAITH

A requirement for Association membership is adherence to the following Statement of Faith:

We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God.
We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in the three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory.
We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, regeneration by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential and that this salvation is received through faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and not as a result of good works.
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life and to perform good works.
We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation.
We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.

(1 required) I/We agree with LCHEA's Statement of Faith
9. LCHEA/s Code of Conduct

Lowcountry Christian Home Educators Association Code of Conduct

Section A. A requirement for Association membership is adherence to the following Code of Conduct which will be the standard for all LCHEA activities and events and other LCHEA-related matters.

LCHEA seeks to glorify Christ and encourage members in their home education endeavors. As Christians, we strive to “keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” in all of our communication and interaction with one another. This includes face-to-face interaction as well as written communication on our LCHEA forums (Ephesians 4:1-3).
LCHEA member families (parents and students) agree to act in such a way that their words and actions promote encouragement of fellow LCHEA families and provide a witness of our relationship with Christ. Language, dress, and behavior should exemplify Christ (Colossians 3:17).
LCHEA activities/events, upon arrival to departure, should be smoke-free, alcohol-free, and free of any other mood altering substances. Potentially offensive or harmful items should be left at home, ensuring that every activity/event remains as safe as possible for our membership and the community (Romans 12:12-13).
LCHEA member families (parents and students) agree to avoid disrespectful, immoral, intimidating, or rude behavior at LCHEA activities/events or in the presence of other members. We want to encourage one another with the love of God and seek to glorify Him at all times. (Romans 16:17-18)
LCHEA member families agree to refrain from gossip, libel, and slander (Ephesians 4:29-32). If a personal conflict situation arises with another member during a LCHEA activity or event, pursue peace and forgiveness by first speaking with the individual member privately. If the situation cannot be resolved individually, please contact the LCHEA Activity or Event Coordinator or a LCHEA board member. (Matthew 18:15-16).
LCHEA member families agree to be responsible for their own children’s behavior to ensure that they comply with this standard of conduct for all LCHEA activities and events (Colossians 3:20).

Section B. In addition to the above, we have outlined the following guidelines and steps to help with conflict resolution, whether it be personal, at a LCHEA event or activity, or on the LCHEA forums. Resource: The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Conflict written by Ken Sande.

1. Overlook the Offense (Proverbs 19:11)

In his book, Mr. Sande points out that simply overlooking an offense is actually a healthy response to problems and is considered a type of forgiveness. Proverbs 19:11 confirms that quickly forgiving an offense is a wise move. You may choose to overlook a slight offense and move on in peace with your brother or sister.

2. Larger Offenses: Reconciliation (Matthew 18:15)

Some offenses are too large to be overlooked and need to be addressed. Reconciliation is a way to gently restore the relationship and follow the Biblical instruction of Matthew 18:15 by speaking to your brother or sister privately about the offense.

3. Bring in Help: Mediation (Matthew 18:16)

The next step, mediation, should be used when overlooking and reconciliation have not been fruitful. Please seek out the coordinator of the LCHEA event/activity or a LCHEA Board member to accompany you during this mediation step. (1 required) I/We agree to LCHEA's Code of Conduct
10. We understand that LCHEA is a volunteer organization and all activities, events, field trips, clubs, etc are all organized, planned, and facilitated by member volunteers. The success of LCHEA is based on the idea that "many hands make for light work". We ask that you find opportunities to help in some way throughout the school year.

If you are uncertain of how to begin planning an event, activity, or field trip; there are board members and volunteer coordinators that are willing to offer guidance and advice. We are happy to help others add to the great things LCHEA has to offer to our students and families.
(1 required) I know that LCHEA is a volunteer organization.
I will look for opportunities to volunteer.
11. IF YOU ARE JUST UPDATING YOUR PROFILE, PLEASE ANSWER HOW YOU WILL LIKE TO PAY. YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED TODAY.

How will you be paying for your LCHEA membership today?

Debit or Credit card (This must be paid using the LCHEA Paypal link at the end of the application.)
personal check (This must be mailed to: LCHEA Membership; PO Box 60057, N Charleston, SC, 29419. This method of payment will delay active membership, as your account will not be activated until your personal check has been received.)

*Please note that payment must be received within 7-10 days after completing your registration, otherwise your account will be automtically deleted by the system. 12.

LCHEA does not prorate membership throughout the school year. It is a flat fee for the entire year, regardless of join date.
Membership year ends on May 31st each year.
Your membership approval requires a completed & approved application along with the yearly membership fees, paid in full.
Once your membership has been approved, membership fees are nonrefundable. This includes, but not limited to moving out of the area or retunring your child(ren) to public or private school.

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Payment Instructions

How will you be paying for your LCHEA membership today?

Debit or Credit card
- This must be paid using the LCHEA Paypal link at the end of the application. You do not need your own Paypal account to use this link.
- If you miss the payment screen, you can lof into the LCHEA website using your username and password, where you will see your pending balance in the upper right portion of the screen. You will ONLY have access to this payment area. Click on your balance and follow the prompts on the screen to complete your payment of LCHEA fees.
personal check
- This must be mailed to: LCHEA Membership; PO Box 60057, N Charleston, SC, 29419.
- This method of payment will delay active membership, as your account will not be activated until your personal check has been received.

*Please note that payment must be received within 7 days after completing your registration, otherwise your account will be automtically deleted by the system.

Payment Options

$50.00 – Registration