Oregon’s homeschool scene is booming, and Evergreen Virtual Academy (EVA) is standing front and center in this transformation.
1. Homeschooling in Oregon: The Post-Pandemic Boom
KATU ABC Channel 12 reports that “homeschooling is booming,” noting that “there is now double the amount of homeschoolers post‑pandemic than pre‑pandemic.” Many families’ kitchens are still functioning as classrooms—five years later, highlighting a seismic shift in how education happens in the region.
2. EVA’s Mission: Flexibility Meets Personalized Learning
EVA isn’t your average online school—it’s a tuition-free, fully accredited public charter for Pre K–12 learners across Oregon, sponsored by the North Bend School District. As EVA puts it on its “Who We Are” page, they believe “no two students are alike… our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment that values individual growth and achievement.”
This isn’t just schooling, it’s a personalized learning revolution that adapts to each child, meets them where they are, and fuels their potential.
3. EVA @Home: Blending Homeschooling With Structure
For families full throttle into homeschooling, EVA offers EVA @Home. This model supports K–8 students in a guardian-supported environment—without live instruction—with a Learning Facilitator to support academic questions yet keeps the academic standards tight and attendance monitored. EVA emphasizes “priority standards to allow families more flexibility throughout their day,” while remaining fully accredited.
4. Community, Support, and Inclusion – Online and In-Person
EVA goes beyond the screen. Whether it’s EVentures outings, in-person events, or clubs, students get to connect, collaborate, and grow with peers. Their inclusive approach equips families and learning coaches with the tools they need to thrive—from supportive tech infrastructure to live workshops and engagement coaches. This model ensures that both students and families feel connected and supported at every step of their learning journey
5. Measured Excellence & Expanding Reach
With a student–teacher ratio around 19:1 and state test proficiency percentages comparable to Oregon averages (about 30% in math, 44% in reading), EVA is delivering structured learning and measurable results—while growing its footprint.
Why EVA Is a Game-Changer for Homeschooling in Oregon
- Empowered Families: They offer flexibility and control homeschooling parents crave—without sacrificing academic rigor or support.
- Accredited and Accountable: EVA provides a fully licensed teaching staff and state-mandated compliance, giving families structure without rigidity.
- A Hybrid Approach: EVA @Home seamlessly bridges homeschooling enthusiasm with academic standards and community inclusion.
- Built for the Future: As post-pandemic homeschooling continues to rise, EVA is already hardwired into Oregon’s evolving educational landscape.
Final Take
If you’re looking for how homeschooling is evolving in Oregon, EVA isn’t just part of the movement—it’s powering it forward. With its inclusive mission, flexible models, and rooted community, Evergreen Virtual Academy isn’t just fitting into the future of education—it’s building it.
Original article by KATR ABC Channel 12: https://katu.com/news/project-education/homeschooling-surge-reshapes-northwest-education-five-years-post-covid
