PEL Prep Ministries - A Classical Christian Scholé Community

06/07/2026

06/06/2026

PEL PREP is looking for music, gym and art teachers. Friday only position . DM if interested.

06/02/2026

DONUT STRESS It’s just a test. Bluebook time😇💪🏼💕

05/30/2026

This article provides demographic characteristics of the U.S. homeschooling population and the reasons that parents choose to homeschool; summarizes the findings of studies on the homeschool learne...

05/29/2026

THIS IS HUGE!!!

The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC), also known as ECCA or §25F. Up to $1,700 federal credit for K–12 scholarship donations, beginning January 2027. State-by-state status, donor and family guides, and implementation news.

05/29/2026

PEL Prep’s Student Council blessed our community with an incredible donation of new recess sports equipment. We are so thankful for these amazing students—their leadership, generosity, and school spirit continue to make PEL Prep a joyful place to learn and grow.

05/28/2026

If you want special education services for your homeschooled student for the 26-27 school year, please make sure you do the following:

1️⃣ Watch the "Section 3602-c: Special Education Services & Accommodations for Homeschool Students" Zoom workshop available to our members in The Homeschool New York Minute.

2️⃣ Read Section 3602-c for homeschooled students:

https://www.nysed.gov/special-education/requirements-provision-special-education-services-home-instructed-home-schooled

3️⃣ See the sample letter to request / link to SED education law Section 3602-c:

https://www.leah.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Info_Sample_Letter_Svc_Eval_NYS.pdf

HOMESCHOOLED students…
✅ Are entitled to the same special ed services and/or accommodations as public schooled students
✅ Must have an IHIP on file with the superintendent deemed in compliance with C.R. 100.10
✅ Must put a request in writing by June 1 preceding the school year you are requesting services and/or accommodations for
✅ Can request an initial evaluation for a student suspected of having a disability at any time
✅ Have 30 days from the date a student is first identified (if after June 1 preceding the school year for which the request is made and prior to April 1 of such current school year) to request services and/or accommodations in writing
✅ Have 30 days to put in your written request for services and/or accommodations once you move into a new school district

04/29/2026

We recently had a chance to thank Governor Ron DeSantis for all he's done for classical Christian education and homeschooling in Florida 🙌

Did you know that Florida and a growing number of other states offer School Choice funds that can be used with Veritas Press and a variety of other curriculum providers and private schools?

💡 Comment and we’ll send you a link to view the full list of states that allow you to use your School Choice (ESA) funds at Veritas Press!

04/23/2026

This is my response to all the criticism being leveled at homeschool enrichment centers in NY. Sadly some of the critics are folks tasked with protecting our right to homeschool in NY.

I am genuinely thankful that here in New York, parents still retain meaningful rights when it comes to directing their children’s education. As long as the majority of homeschooling is done at home—even if a family hires a private tutor—parents are fully permitted to have their children participate in group tutoring and homeschool enrichment programs. Long Island is blessed with many wonderful centers led by dedicated directors, and many of them are truly affordable and accessible for families. In a state where so much of life is heavily regulated, I’m grateful that we still have the freedom to choose what is best for our children. Some of the criticism aimed at enrichment centers often comes from misunderstanding, especially from moms who homeschool exclusively at home. I understand that perspective deeply—I was a purist myself for nearly 20 years. But over the last six years of running PEL Prep Ministries - A Classical Christian Scholé Community, I have seen firsthand how life‑giving this model can be. I’ve had the privilege of supporting so many moms and employing some of the most beautiful, godly women and men—people who are truly excellent at what they do—to come alongside families a couple of days a week. This work has been a blessing. It has strengthened families, encouraged mothers, and created a community where children can flourish academically, spiritually, and socially. I’m grateful every day for the opportunity to serve in this way.