Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

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Learn and Thrive with the Park Authority’s Homeschool Programs

winter rangers at huntley meadowsExplore a world of learning through our engaging homeschool programs available at Fairfax County Parks and Rec Centers. Designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for learning, our programs offer a diverse range of educational experiences for homeschoolers. From interactive science labs to history programs and physical activities, our offerings can help enrich your child's educational journey.

The Park Authority has more than 15 course offerings available, including:

  • Homeschool Science- Vertebrate Classification (6-12 years) at Huntley Meadows Park (Sunday, Feb. 11, noon to 2 p.m., $14)
  • Homeschool at the Lake Winter (7-12 years) at Burke Lake Park (Monday, Feb. 12, 10 to11:30 a.m., $12)
  • Mapping the Past for Homeschoolers at Historic Huntley (Wednesday, Feb. 21, 1 to 3 p.m., $14)
  • Homeschool at the Lake Winter (7-12 years) at Lake Accotink Park (Thursday, Feb. 22, 2 to 3:30 p.m., $12)
  • Homeschool at the Lake Winter (7-12 years) at Burke Lake Park (Monday, Feb. 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m., $12)
  • Homeschool Environmental Science (8-14 years) at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park (Feb. 29 through March 21, 1:30-3 p.m., $49)
  • Homeschool Stroke & Swim (9-17 years) at South Run Rec Center (Feb. 28 through April 24, 11:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m., $129)

Join us in creating a dynamic and supportive community for homeschool families where educational exploration meets fun!

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