Support Groups
Homeschoolers have created networks of support to provide a way to make friends, get ideas and information, and to offer positive socialization opportunties to their children. You can join in! There are many groups to choose from, many with specific affiliations, like Christian groups or unschoolers' groups. Some are eclectic, inclusive, and open to anyone. Whatever your interest, you are sure to find other like-minded parents. And if you don't find what you are looking for, we've put together tips for starting your own group.
Local & State Groups
Support groups offer a way for those interested in homeschooling or new to home education to get information and support. They also offer opportunities for social activities, group learning, and networking. Find a support group near you in Florida.
National Groups
Tap into the national homeschool movement by connecting with these national homeschool groups and support organizations.
Social Media
Connect with other homeschooling using social networking tools. You can share tips and ideas, get support, collaborate on lesson plans, upload photos, and much more.
Co-Ops
A co-op offers a way to share teaching duties with others who are excited and knowledgeable about a subject. It also offers an opportunity for your children to learn in a group and to make friends. Browse through this list of co-ops in Florida.
Umbrella/Cover Schools
An umbrella or cover school provides an alternative way for parents to fulfill governmental educational guidelines and requirements. Most offer a variety of services, which can include curricula, social activities, field trips, standardized testing, portfolio reviews, evaluations, and graduation materials, including diplomas. While umbrella schools do tend to the needs of homeschoolers, they are considered a type of private school in most states.
Resource Centers
Homeschool resource centers offer classes, materials, field trips, and other activities for parents and children alike. They are great ways to get new information, engage in group activities, and network with other homeschoolers.
Public School Programs
Public schools are increasing offering programs to appeal to homeschooling families, from classes to educational materials to computer and distance learning. In most cases, students enrolled in these programs are considered public school students rather than homeschoolers. Learn more about these programs and decide if these are right for your family.
Group Management
Learn how to start and manage a homeschool support group, including how to stay organized, how to handle conflict, and ideas for your support group.
What's Popular
CrossPointe Co-op
CrossPointe Co-op is an academic based, Christian co-op, grades Kindergarten up to 12th. We offer nursery and preschool for our participating families.
Brandon Homeschool Cooperative (BHC)
Brandon Homeschool Cooperative (BHC) is a fully inclusive group of families that shares resources, ideas, and support for all methods of homeschooling. There are currently over 50 member families. They have regular activities for children in a wide variety of ages, including park days, field trips, and subject sessions. Parents also enjoy the monthly Parent's Night Out, as well as sessions that provide information and support for homeschooling. Other activities and benefits include Scholastic bo...
Learning & Families
Learning & Families is a Christian homeschool support group serving families in and around Sarasota and Bradenton, Florida. Our desire is to provide educational opportunities for both the homeschool parent and for our children and to also provide a community of support and encouragement.
Home's Cool Co-op
Home's Cool Co-op is a small, family oriented, Christian co-op that offers low cost, quality classes for children in grades K-12.
Florida Homeschool Leaders (FL Leaders)
This list is for all homeschool leaders in the state of Florida. It is a forum for open sharing of ideas and information. This list is not affiliated with any specific support groups. It is open to all homeschool leaders in the state of Florida.
Florida Unschoolers Network
This discussion group is for the use of parents of students enrolled in Florida Unschoolers, the private school for homeschoolers.
Homeschool-TampaFl
This list is mainly for Christian homeschoolers living in Tampa, Florida, and the surrounding areas.
LIFE of Osceola
LIFE of Osceola is a homeschool support group in the St.Cloud/Kissimmee area. They offer support and activities such as field trips and other group activities.
Christian Home Educators Fellowship of Florida (CHEFF)
CHEFF was founded in 2003. Their goal is to encourage one another as they endeavor to educate their children for the Lord's glory. The group has many different families, some of whom are just beginning their homeschool journey and others who are 2nd generation homeschoolers. They also offer a weekly co-op.
Homeschoolers Offering Mothers Encouragement (HOME)
Homeschoolers Offering Mom's Encouragement (H.O.M.E.) was started in North Port, FL with the intent of parents encouraging each other with words and resources.
Home Education Organization Providing Encouragement (HOPE)
Home Education Organization Providing Encouragement (HOPE) is a group of Christian home educating families in North Broward and South Palm Beach Counties that are seeking to support and encourage one another through their homeschooling years.
Arlington Explorers (AE)
The Arlington Explorers (AE) is an eclectic homeschool support group serving Arlington and surrounding areas that meets for weekly park dates, monthly field trips, and quarterly service projects.
Mid-Florida Homeschoolers
MFH is a support group for parents of homeschooled children in the Orlando-area. They offer weekly park dates, co-ops, field trips, and more. Most of the activities are targeted to children aged 4-13, but all are welcome.
District Contact Information (Home Schools)
This is a complete listing by school district of district contacts for home schools. Includes names, phone numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses.
Covenant Christian Academy
5325 Pen Ave.
Sanford, FL 32773
Phone: 407-324-0203
Covenant Christian Academy provides home education resources, group classes, music lessons, field trips, tutoring and record keeping services at a reasonable rate to meet the children’s individual needs.
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