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Christian Home Educators of West Virginia
There are three levels of participation:  Senior High (9-12), Junior High (7-9), and Elementary (4-6).  9th Graders may choose the division of  participation.  The festivals are not a competition, but rather each participant is rated on a predetermined set of criteria and receives a rating according to his or her performance.

It must be understood that CHEWV is not a member of the AACS.  Therefore, at the Senior High level our students are not eligible to advance to the National Competition at Bob Jones University.  WVCEA has graciously invited our home educated students to participate at the state level for many years.  This invitation is very much appreciated, because it gives home schoolers an opportunity to improve talents and earn state-level recognition from a recognized organization.  This recognition is valuable to include on college entrance applications and in college portfolios.

Each student is critiqued and rated by at least two judges who have expertise in that area.  These ratings are then averaged to determine whether the student will be given a Superior Award, an Excellent Award, or a rating.  At the Senior and Junior High Levels, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places are also recognized.



What is the WVCEA Fine Arts Festival?
Quick Overview of Fine Arts Requirements


  • CHEWV Membership is current
  • Begin preparing your selection now!
  • Carefully read the guidelines and category requirements
  • Assure the scheduled dates are convenient for you

Senior High – March 14, 2008       
Appalachian Bible College 

Jr. High/Elem – April 25, 2008
              Grace Christian School
Huntington, WV  

  • Print out and complete Registration Form
  • Make a video taping or take a picture (digital or still) to submit with entries
  • Any copies of music, etc. that is required for your category
  • Make a check to CHEWV for all fees
  • Submit ALL the above to the coordinator prior to deadlines

Deadlines:   Senior High and all Testing – 1/11/08
       Jr. High/Elem – 2/22/08

Mail to:
Melody Sheppard
PO Box 495
Jane Lew, WV  26378

  • Using the sample judging forms and guidelines on the Fine Arts General Information page, continue preparing for the festival


















Upon receiving registrations, the coordinator will critique entries to determine who will be selected to represent CHEWV in each category at the festival.  (See rules for category limits.)  Critiquing will be conducted through the use of the submitted video recordings and pictures.  Participants will then be notified.
If your group would like to learn more about the oppurtunities the Fine Arts Festival provide, Melody Sheppard will be happy to give a presentation to your group.  Please see contact information for requests.

Registration Closed