Instruction, Curriculum and Assessment Branch
Homeschooling Office
Independent Education Unit
1567 Dublin Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3E 3J5
T 204-945-8138 F 204-948-3870
E [email protected]
www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12
Dear Homeschooling Parent(s):
Welcome to homeschooling for the 2016-2017 school year. We hope that homeschooling will be a very
rewarding experience for you and your children.
This package includes a Student Notification Form that must be completed annually for each student and
submitted by September 1st or 30 days after establishing your homeschool.
There are four steps in the process to homeschool in Manitoba:
STEP 1: Notifying
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) complete and submit a Student Notification Form (see
page following) for EACH school-age child every year they are homeschooled.
• Adult Learners, please contact the Adult Learning and Literacy Branch at
204-945-8247 or toll free 1 (800) 282-8069 extension 8247.
• First Nations (FN) parent(s), whose children are band-funded, please contact your
FN Education Director or INAC at 204-983-5989.
STEP 2: Processing
Manitoba Education and Training processes the Student Notification Form(s).
• Homeschooling liaisons may contact parent(s) to clarify information.
• A Student Notification Form for any student who has been previously
enrolled cannot be processed until the June Report from the previous year has
been received.
STEP 3: Enrolling
Manitoba Education and Training mails a confirmation of enrolment letter to
parent(s) after Student Notification forms are processed.
STEP 4: Reporting
Parent(s) complete, sign and submit a January and June Progress Report for
each student.
To assist you in completing the forms, sample comments for Progress Reports
are included in this package. You may find these helpful in reporting your
student’s progress.
If you have any questions about any of the process, please contact the Homeschooling Office.
Notification Packages are also available online at http://edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/schools/ind/homeschool/notification.html
We will continue to mail Notification Packages unless otherwise indicated.
Best wishes for a successful year.
Homeschooling Office
For Office Use Only:
 New Family #
 New Student
 June Report o/s
Last enrolled:
2016 -17 Student Notification Form
as per The Public Schools Act, Part XIV, Section 260.1 (3)
One form is required for each student to be homeschooled.
Parent Information
Student Information
Surname
First and last name of parent(s )/guardian(s)
Legal given names
Birth Date: _______ / _______ / __________
Name of main instructor (if different from above)
day
month
year
Mailing Address:
Gender:
Street Address/Box No.
 male
 female
Grade Level in 2016/17 School Year: _______
City/Town
Postal Code
MET#: (if known)_____________________________
Phone Number(s):____________________________________
Email: (used to provide information to homeschooling families):
Resident School Division:
Language of Instruction: ______________________________
Program Outline
(e.g., program, text, planned units, and/or learning activities)
Language Arts: _____________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Mathematics: _______________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Science: ___________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Social Studies: ______________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Other (e.g. physical education, music, religious studies): ______________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
If additional space is needed, please add attachment(s).
Is the student attending any classes at a local school?  Yes
 No
Signature(s): ____________________________________________
Date: __________________________
(Please print, sign and return form to the Homeschooling Office)
Please return all Notification Forms to:
Email: [email protected]
Manitoba Education and Training
Homeschooling Office
1567 Dublin Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3E 3J5
Tel: 204-945-8138 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 (ext. 8138) Fax: 204-948-3870
January 2017 Homeschooling Progress Report
as per The Public Schools Act, Part XIV, Section 260.1 (4)
Parent Information
Student Information
First and last name of parent(s)/guardian(s)
Name of main instructor (if different from above)
Surname
Legal given names
Grade Level in 2016/17 School Year: ___________
Mailing Address:
MET #: (if known)__________________________
Street Address / Box No.
City/Town
Postal Code
Phone Number(s):____________________________________
Email (used to provide information to homeschooling families):
Please indicate satisfactory progress by placing a check mark (✔) in the space provided.
Satisfactory
Progress
Subject

Language Arts:

Mathematics:

Science:

Social Studies:

Other:
Comments
(e.g. physical education,
music, religious studies)
If additional space is needed, please add attachment(s).
Please return all forms to:
Manitoba Education and Training
Homeschooling Office
1567 Dublin Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3E 3J5
Email: [email protected] Tel: 204-945-8138 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 (ext. 8138) Fax: 204-948-3870
June 2017 Homeschooling Progress Report
as per The Public Schools Act, Part XIV, Section 260.1 (4)
Parent Information
Student Information
First and last name of parent(s)/guardian(s)
Surname
Name of main instructor (if different from above)
Legal given names
Grade Level in 2016/17 School Year:___________
Mailing Address:
MET #: (if known)__________________________
Street Address / Box No.
City/Town
Postal Code
Phone Number(s):____________________________________
Email (used to provide information to homeschooling families):
Mark(optional) Subject
Comments
_______ Language Arts:
_______
Mathematics:
__________________________________________________________________
_______ Science:
_______ Social Studies:
_________ Other:
(e.g. physical education,
music, religious studies)
If additional space is needed, please add attachment(s).
 I will access the 2017-18 Homeschooling Notification package online at www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/schools/ind/homeschool/notification.html
 Please mail me the 2017-18 Homeschooling Notification Package(s).
Please return all forms to:
Manitoba Education and Training
Homeschooling Office
1567 Dublin Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3E 3J5
Email: [email protected] Tel: 204-945-8138 Toll Free: 1-800-282-8069 (ext. 8138) Fax: 204-948-3870
January and June Progress Report Samples
The following samples are provided in response to requests for clarification on preparing and submitting progress reports.
Parents are encouraged to provide detailed comments on the progress reports to ensure that the child has a comprehensive
homeschooling academic record.
Language Arts
•
(89%) Sebastian completed the grammar portion of the program early in the year, with no apparent problems. He concentrated on
writing assignments in the second term. He reads avidly, and has read several fiction and non-fiction books this term.
•
(63%) Hannah has been progressing steadily with consistent effort. As she becomes more comfortable with reading, and
continues to read more, her writing skills are improving. This year she started writing her thoughts about her learning in a journal
another way to enhance her written communication skills.
•
Reads 2-4 hours per day, with choice of reading material becoming more diverse. Enjoys public speaking. Vocabulary has
expanded. During the year, he wrote daily, showing more interest in grammar, composition and structure.
•
Reads daily. Uses table of contents and index. Writes daily in journal, revising and editing work. Understands synonyms,
antonyms, homonyms, alliteration, similes, metaphors, and personification. During the year gave 3 to 5 minute informational
speeches.
Mathematics
•
(78%) Danika completed her Independent Study Option course in early June. Initially, she was having some challenges with the
becoming an independent learner. Other resources were also used to assist in some concepts and she is ready for Grade 10
Introduction to Applied and Pre-cal Mathematics next year.
•
Manuel has completed Saxon 5/4, with no apparent problems. Topics such as place value, fractions, decimals, roman numerals
and working with triple-digit numbers were covered this year.
•
Calculation skills advancing with age and life level appropriateness. Elissa enjoyed working with additional help from online
math apps. She has expressed an interest in pursuing an online business accounting course next year.
•
Knows multiplication tables and 2- or 3-digit division. Works with fractions and decimals. Can figure area, perimeter and volume
calculations. Uses line, pie and bar graphs. He had a great year!
Science
•
(Incomplete) - Kiren is half way through his course units. His marks are very good, and he is enjoying the course very much. He
enjoys experimenting, and is inquisitive as to how things work.
•
(94%) Dakota loves science and is doing extremely well. He completed a environmental science unit that caused further studies in
sustainable development.
•
(A) We found the book too open ended, and have opted for a more structured approach. As a result, beginning in October, we
transferred to the A Beka program.
•
Observations and hypotheses are becoming more defined when exploring life sciences. Recycling and environmental impacts
have been an area of interest and study.
•
Works in partnerships with local science club. Special interest in study of quality of drinking water, including testing, collecting
and sorting data, recording data, and interpreting data.
Social Studies
•
(Incomplete) Malhon has to write the final exam for the Grade 9 Canada in the Contemporary World Independent Study Option
course. He will complete the course in the summer to attain this full credit towards his High School Diploma.
•
(84%) Judah is doing very well and is able to connect current events to the historical perspectives in Canadian History.
•
(C) Nicholas chose to cover the entire Social Studies curriculum in the first term. This allowed him to complete his Science
requirements in the second term.
•
Jean has developed an expanded awareness of community, culture and world. Specific community work has excited the passion to
understand and study poverty and social class issues in developing countries.
•
Interest in Manitoba history has led to study of Fur Trade in Manitoba. Resources include Manitoba Museum and Lower Fort
Garry. Further study into Fur Trade routes in Canada and enhanced map reading skills.
Other (optional) Reports might consist of marks achieved or comments in:
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•
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external examinations taken (e.g. piano)
projects completed (e.g. carpentry)
activities taken part in (e.g. membership in the YMCA Fitness program)
involvement in group activities (e.g. member of the local youth choir)
highlights (e.g. named captain of the local midget hockey team)
Provincial Homeschooling Contacts and Supports
Homeschooling Office
1567 Dublin Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3E 3J5
Telephone: 204-945-8138
Toll-Free:1-800-282-8069 ext. 8138
Fax: 204-948-3870
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/schools/ind/homeschool/index.html
Manitoba Education Library
Main Floor, 1181 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3G 0T3
Telephone: 204-945-5371
Toll-Free: 1-800-282-8069 ext. 5371
Fax: 204-945-8756
Website: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/mel/index.html
Manitoba Learning Resource Centre
Manitoba Curricula and Support Documents
Box 910, 130-1st Avenue West
Souris MB R0K 2C0
Telephone: 204-483-5040
Toll-Free: 1-866-771-6822
Fax: 204-483-5041
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.mtbb.mb.ca
Provincial Curriculum-Aligned Courses
Manitoba Grades 9 – 12
Independent Study Option (ISO)
555 Main Street
Winkler MB R6W 1C4
Telephone: 204-325-1700
Toll-Free: 1-800-465-9915
Fax: 204-325-1719
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/dl/iso/index.html
Provincial Curriculum-Aligned Courses
Grades 1-8
Alberta Distance Learning Centre
Product and ordering information is available at:
Toll-Free: 1-866-774-5333
Fax: 780-674-7593
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.adlc.ca
French Support Services
Éducation Manitoba
200, avenue de la Cathédrale, local 0140
Winnipeg (MB) R2H OH7
Tél.: 204-945-8594
Sans frais: 1-800-667-2950
Téléc.: 204-945-0092
Courriel: [email protected]
Site web: dref.mb.ca
Computers for Schools
75 Terracon Place
Winnipeg MB R2J 4B3
Telephone: 204-988-1790
Fax: 204-988-1799
Website: www.cfsl.mb.ca
Homeschooling Support Organizations
Hearth Families Incorporated
Telephone: 204-362-2455
Website: www.hearthfamilies.com
Manitoba Association of Christian Home Schools Inc.
(MACHS)
Telephone: 204-488-8361
Website: www.machs.ca
Manitoba Association for Schooling at Home (MASH)
Telephone: 204-477-5338
Website: www.manitobahomeschool.com
Westman Homeschool Connection
Telephone: 204-726-5479
Facebook: Westman Homeschool Connection