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California Homeschool Network Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 55485, Hayward, CA 94545
Contact: Janis Stuart
Phone: (800) 327-5339
Email: chnmail@californiahomeschool.net
http://www.californiahomeschool.net
Christian Home Educators Association of California Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 2009, Norwalk, CA 90651-2009
Contact: Susan Beatty
Phone: (562) 864-2432
Email: info@cheaofca.org
http://www.cheaofca.org
Homeschool Association of California (HSC) Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 77873, Corona, CA 92877-0128
Phone: (888) HSC-4440
http://www.hsc.org
See our web site for a thorough discussion of the legalities, excerpts from the ed. code books, and links to the state dept. of education web sites. HSC is a sponsor of the annual California Home Education conferences.
Antelope Valley RoseRock Homeschool Group Edit Remove More
Based in Antelope Valley, CA
Contact: Karin
Email: homeschooling@roserock.org
http://www.av.roserock.org
We are an inclusive group of homeschooling families located in the Antelope Valley. We have park days, field trips and many other activities.
Association of Christian Home Educators of Ventura County Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 6657, Ventura, CA 93004
Email: achev@cablerocket.com
http://www.achev.org
Christian homeschooling support group. All welcome. Weekly, monthly activities for home schooling families. Yearly membership fee. Serving Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo and surrounding cities.
Association of Private Christian Educators Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 66, Orangevale, CA 95662
Phone/Fax: (916) 989-8723
California Teen Homeschoolers Edit Remove More
Serving California Teens
Email: CaliforniaTeenHomeschoolers-owner@yahoogroups.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CaliforniaTeenHomeschoolers/
This is a secular non-political support group for families with teen homeschoolers. Please send information that will aid other teen homeschoolers, set up teen activities, classes or other learning activities.
Christ the King Homeschooling Support Group Edit Remove More
Brookside Park, Pasadena
Contact: Jacqueline Halpin
Phone: (626) 798-4690
Fax: (626) 798-0143
Email: jackiejo5@hotmail.com
We welcome any homeschooling families, but we are a Catholic group, so the focus of our activities is Catholic. Some of our activities: poetry recitation, spelling bee, field trips, May Crowning, Catechism bee, Stations of the Cross, talent show, fencing class, weekly park days, volleyball, science class for K-3 grade, and many more!
Christian Home Educators of Humboldt County Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 1363, Ferndale, CA 95536-1363
Phone: (707) 786-4866
Email: pierce@humboldt1.com
http://www.humboldt.net/~douger/che/che_home.html
Christian Home Educators of the County of Kern (CHECK) Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 42101, Bakersfield, CA 93384
Email: info@checkca.org
http://www.checkca.org
Newcomers' social, park play days, field trips, homeschool fair, used curriculum fair, graduation / promotion, Circle of Friends, Mentor Moms.
Conejo Valley Homeschoolers Edit Remove More
Based in Ventura County, CA
Contact: Diane Hawkins
Email: wechoosehome@yahoo.com
http://www.cvhomeschoolers.org
Considering Homeschooling Ministry - Morningstar Educational Network Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 2305, Orange, CA 92859
Contact: Denise Kanter
Phone: (714) 633-8074
Fax: (714) 633-5978
Email: info@consideringhomeschooling.org
http://www.consideringhomeschooling.org
A Christian ministry helping parents with babies, toddlers, preschoolers and with older children discover the blessings of a biblical home education. Free DVD and brochure, mentors and meetings.
Crossroads Christian Homeschool Group Edit Remove More
Serving Vacaville, Fairfield, CA
Contact: Meredith Wylie
Email: wylie7@sbcglobal.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/crossroadshomeschooling/
Meets Thursdays regularly and has additional meetings/events as listed on groups page. Open to all Christian homeschoolers.
Desert Christian Home Educators Association (DCHEA) Edit Remove More
72685 Pitahaya, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: (760) 341-4667
Fax: (761) 341-4667
East County Homeschool Group Edit Remove More
Based in San Diego, CA
Contact: Chris Conway
Email: christabeth@cox.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EastCounty_Homeschool/
We are a homeschooling support group in the East county of San Diego supporting El Cajon, La Mesa, Ramona, Santee, Lakeside, Spring Valley and surrounding areas. We offer field trips, park days, swim days, and lots of educational resources. We are open to all homeschoolers.
East San Gabriel Valley Homeschoolers Edit Remove More
Based in East San Gabriel Valley (LA County)
Contact: Zandra
Email: zandra@tarazandra.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EastSGVHS/
We are a new group who gets together once a week for park days and general support. All homeschoolers may join us regardless of homeschooling methods or personal beliefs.
Edwards AFB Homeschoolers Edit Remove
Edwards Air Force Base, CA 93524
Email: eafbhomeschoolers-owner@yahoogroups.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/eafbhomeschoolers/
Active group serving families associated with Edwards AFB, military and civilian, and families living in the EAFB area. Free membership; Group fitness activities; Park days; Field trips; Holiday activities; etc. Read more...
Exploring Homeschooling Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 5372, Buena Park, CA 90622-5372
Contact: Mbuyi Khuzadi or Mong-Tham Khuzadi
Phone: (714) 686-3353 or (714) 686-3353
Email: info@exploringhomeschooling.com
http://www.exploringhomeschooling.com
Exploring Homeschooling helps teach Christians about the blessings of a private Biblical home education. We offer free email and phone consultation in starting homeschool outreaches, as well as tools such as brochures, a national e-letter, News and Tips for Homeschool Evangelists, and other resources.
Families for Him Edit Remove More
Fremont / Milpitas, CA
Contact: Maria Burns
Phone: (510) 409-4292
Email: familiesforhim@aol.com
http://www.familiesforhim.com
Families United Supporting Each other (FUSE) Edit Remove More
Based in Temecula, CA 92592
Contact: Joana Johnson
Phone: (951) 506-2623
Email: joanajohnson@gmail.com
Active Christian group meeting several times a month for park days. family days, field trips, educational activities, parties, and special events.
Family Centered Education of Los Angeles (FaCE-LA) Edit Remove
Based in the San Fernando Valley, serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
Contact: Jennie Balise-Zsarko
Phone: (818) 445-1908
Email: wordsofpower@gmail.com
We are a very active secular homeschool support group with reading clubs, science clubs, a movie-making club & more. We have park days on the first and third Thursday of every month as well as a monthly newsletter: the FaCE-L.A. Gazette. Annual membership of approximately $25 covers the cost of subscription to the newsletter and our Yahoo announcement group. Read more...
Foothill Area Christian Home Educators (FACHE) Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 32, Greenwood, CA 95635
Email: fachemail@yahoo.com
http://www.facheonline.org
Providing encouragement for private, independent home educators in the Placer, Nevada and El Dorado county areas of Northern California. HSLDA discount group. We provide a yearly newsletter with various field trips offered throughout the year, annual used book sale, conferences, project fair and local Mom's Chat groups.
Freedom Valley Home Learners Edit Remove More
Serving Temeulca, CA and surrounding areas
Contact: Kris Dalton
Email: kbdalton92591@yahoo.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/freedomvalleyhomelearners/
Active, inclusive group of homeschool families living in and around Temecula. Features park days, field trip opportunities, coops, Tween Group, Teen Group, Mom Book Club, etc. FVHL Teens also assist Home'sCOOL regional events planners in planning dances and events for homeschooled teens living in southern California.
Grass Valley Apples of Gold Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 20, Chicago Park, CA 95712
Contact: Kevin and Linda Paddock
Phone: (530) 274-8716
Email: applesofgold@truevine.net
Encouragement and support for Christian, private home educators in the Grass Valley, Nevada City, Colfax, Penn Valley area. Providing newsletter, field trips, Mom's Night Out, networking, information and referrals.
Heartland Christian Academy Edit Remove More
1480 Santa Ysabel, Los Osos, CA 93402
Contact: Karen Dillis
Email: heartland@heartlandacademy.org
http://www.heartlandacademy.org
We are a nonprofit cooperative Christian private school support group that files its own R-4. We serve the California Central Coast of Los Osos, San Luis Obispo, Cayucos, and Morro Bay and others in the near area.
Home Educators' Resource Center Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 1504, Bakersfield, CA 93302
Contact: Peggy Turner
Phone: (661) 366-9173
Email: herc@atsecure.net
http://www.hercbakersfield.org
Specialized classes, email information network, convention, home school packets, formal graduation ceremony, seminars, testing, and more!
Homegrown Kids Edit Remove More
Based in Albany, CA 94706
Contact: Katrina
Phone: (510) 232-1213
Email: info@homegrownkids.org
http://www.homegrownkids.org
We are an inclusive group covering the Richmond-El Cerrito-Berkeley-Oakland area. We meet weekly for park days and organize field trips, classes, potlucks, and other events according to our interests and schedules.
Homeschool Garden Edit Remove More
Based in Studio City, CA 91604
Contact: Erica Orosco
Phone: (818) 766 2088
Email: erica@homeschoolgarden.org
http://www.homeschoolgarden.org
Families have the opportunity to participate in classes, field trips, park days, and festivals.
Homeschoolers of the Central Coast Edit Remove
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Contact: Jen
Email: jenhen16@yahoo.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Homeschoolers_of_the_Central_Coast/
We are an inclusive group of homeschoolers, meeting together on a regular basis for interaction and scheduled field trips. We meet to talk about issues and to allow the children to play together. We keep a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Membership is free. Read more...
Homeschooling in Central Orange County Edit Remove More
Serving Orange County, CA
Contact: Cheryl Ahia
Email: cherylahia@earthlink.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HomeschoolingCOC/
We are a local homeschool support group with a weekly parkday. We are inclusive and member-directed.
Homeschooling In SCV - Homeschool Santa Clarita Valley Edit Remove More
Based in Santa Clarita Valley, CA 91350
Contact: Vicky
Email: homeschoolinginscv@yahoo.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HomeschoolingInSCV/
We are an inclusive homeschool support group with 300+ member families. We offer 3-5 field trips a month, homeschool discussion group meetings, homeschool classes, Book Club, Park days, and more!
Indigo River Academy Edit Remove More
6604 Filbert Ave., Orangevale, CA 95662
Contact: Kristin Hogue Villasenor
Phone/Fax: (916) 988-2373
Email: indigoriveracademy@yahoo.com
http://www.indigoriveracademy.com
We are a group of homeschoolers located in Northeast Sacramento County with a focus towards unschooling, Montessori and Waldorf methods and eclectic/relaxed homeschool styles. We organize outings and field trips, exchange curriculum and ideas and ultimately support one other in our choice to homeschool our children. We also support our other area homeschooling groups and occasionally join in their activities.
Inland Empire Catholic Homeschoolers Edit Remove More
Serving the Inland Empire area, and parts of Orange County and LA County
Email: InlandEmpireCatholicHomeschoolers-owner@yahoogroups.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/InlandEmpireCatholicHomeschoolers/
A place to plan field trips, park days, and get-togethers, buy and sell curriculum, make new friends, and share ideas and support each other.
L.A. Christian Families Edit Remove More
Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas, including the San Fernando Valley
Email: christianfamilies@gmail.com
http://www.freewebs.com/daughtersofsara/lachristianfamilies.htm
L.A. Christian Families is a fellowship of families supporting Christian childrearing. We invite parents to join us for a monthly family gathering.
Lake County Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
Serving all of Lake County
Fax: (707) 263-8769
Email: area127@area127.com
Mostly Homeschooled Girlscout Troop #643 Edit Remove More
Based in Irvine
Contact: Elizabeth
Phone: (949) 857-6394
Email: mommabear32@earthlink.net
We are a service oriented troop open to all girls from Pre-K-12th grade. We meet twice monthly at Irvine Community Church on Sand Canyon in Irvine. This year we will be doing a lot of cool projects, crafts and games. We will earn badges, have interesting speakers, go on some field trips and have a lot of fun!
Nevada County Homeschool Network Edit Remove More
Serving Western Nevada County, CA
Contact: Cindy Pawlowski
Phone: (530) 274-8646
Email: cinpaw@juno.com
Formerly known as Twin Ridges Homeschoolers.
Oakdale Christian Homeschool Support Group Edit Remove
P.O. Box 305, Oakdale, CA 95361
Contact: JulieBeth Lamb
Phone: (209) 838-6062
Email: cowgirl4ever@clearwire.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OakdaleHS/
Provides Christ-centered support and activities for homeschoolers in the Oakdale, CA and surrounding areas, including bi-monthly newsletters, e-mail group, park days, parties, field trips, co-op classes and Mom's Morning Out meetings. Cost $25/year/family, limited associate membership $10/family Read more...
OC Homeschool Events Edit Remove More
Serving Orange County, CA
Contact: Sabrina
Email: sabrinalu@aol.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OCHomeschoolEvents/
An active secular homeschool group with lots of ideas thrown around, groups to find, and field trips to find friends!
Orange Coast Musical Arts Edit Remove More
5652 Harold Place, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Contact: Donn Hallman
Phone: (714) 222-5079
Email: hallmanrfun@verizon.net
http://www.ocm-arts.org
We are a homeschool band and orchestra program located in Orange County, California. There are 3 levels of band and 2 levels of orchestra including very beginning classes for new musicians. Tuition is inexpensive and scholarships are available. Rehearsals are located at Village Bible Church, Cornerstone, and Calvary Chapel of Huntington Beach. Our marching band took 2nd place at the Lompoc Flower Festival Parade and our jazz bands have won numerous awards and cash prizes at the Orange County Youth Expo.
Orange County Exploring Homeschooling Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 5372, Buena Park, CA 90622-5372
Contact: Mbuyi Khuzadi or Mong-Tham Khuzadi
Phone: (714) 686-3353 or (714) 686-3353
Email: info@exploringhomeschooling.com
http://www.exploringhomeschooling.com/oc/
A chapter of the national Exploring Homeschooling. Our organization offers weekly field trips, classes, nursing home ministry, park days, entrepreneur club, and other fellowship opportunities, mainly for the parents of babies, toddlers and preschoolers who are looking into Biblical homeschooling. We also have veteran homeschoolers share at our monthly meetings.
Queen of Angels Homeschool Support Group Edit Remove More
Serving the Monterey / Salinas area
Contact: Amy Powell
Email: sal3school@netzero.net
A Catholic homeschool support group welcoming all homeschoolers.
Sacramento Christian Organization of Parent Educators (SCOPE) Edit Remove
P.O. Box 376, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Contact: Ruth
Phone: (916) 646-0401
Email: scopenews@scopehome.org
http://www.scopehome.org
Encouraging the private Christian home educator since 1984. We offer local chat groups, annual project fair, annual homeschool convention and curriculum fair, high school graduation,field trips, and publish 11 monthly newsletters per year. Read more...
Sacramento Homeschool Meetup Group Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 1498, Galt, CA 95632
Contact: Shellie Collins
Phone: (209) 744-1785
Email: momsteachingathome@yahoo.com
http://homeschool.meetup.com/14/about/
A group for Christian homeschooling mothers and their children. We get together for park days, field trips, games, skating, bowling, and more! We also offer an Art co-op and a teen group. Free membership!
Saints and Angels Catholic Home Educators of the Central Valley (SACHECV) Edit Remove More
Serving San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Calaveras, and Merced Counties
Contact: Suzan Doer
Phone: (209) 669-0777
Email: suzan@saintsandangels.net
http://www.saintsandangels.net
Newly formed in 2006, we are a support group through which Catholic parents can share and exchange ideas, activities, and Faith. We especially believe in being available to families new to homeschooling.
San Diego Homeschool Resource Center Edit Remove More
Serving central San Diego
Contact: Christine
Phone/Fax: (619) 255-1719
Email: info@sdhomeschoolcenter.com
http://www.sdhomeschoolcenter.com
We have an information packed website, sponsor an annual homeschool fair, and run a cooperative. We have a monthly online E-zine to which you can subscribe for free. We also offer phone support to families considering homeschooling as an option.
Seeds of Truth Home-School Academy Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 790, Suisun City, CA 94585
Contact: Ben Marshall
Phone: (707) 816-7065
Email: tttministries@mail.com
We are a Christian-based homeschool support group meeting once a month for fellowship and support. We also have an Academy where students can learn together twice weekly, and provide educational counseling, a library, sports days, and field trips.
Sierra Nevada Homeschoolers Group Edit Remove More
Serving El Dorado and Sacramento County
Contact: Beth
Email: sierranevada_homeschoolers_group@yahoo.com
http://homeschool.meetup.com/555/about/
Our group is welcome to any homeschool family from El Dorado County and Sacramento County (or outlying areas) that wants to network with others. Meeting weekly at different locations along the 50 corridor, our group can help enrich your homeschooling experience. We have members of every age range from preschool to high school, and meet for social activities, small group classes, family field trips, and exchange of ideas and educational support.
South Orange County Christian hOmeschoolers (SOCCO) Edit Remove More
Based in south Orange county
Contact: Terri Bonstrom
Email: terrib@californiahightechresearch.com
http://www.ochomeeducation.com/socco/
SOCCO is a group where Christian families can support one another in home educating with a Biblical worldview. A private website allows members to keep connected, and to post events they volunteer to host, including park days, Mom's Night Out, celebrations and anything that disciples home education while honoring our Lord Jesus Christ.
South Orange County Homeschooling Group (SOCHS) Edit Remove More
Mission Viejo, RSM, San Clemente, CA areas
Contact: Debi Richtman
Email: mom2meg@kjsl.com
http://www.kjsl.com/~soc-hs/
A member directed support group for families in the South Orange County Area. We have weekly events including member sponsored activities & field trips.
Spirit Life Co-op Edit Remove More
North County Area, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Contact: Maria White
Phone: (805) 239-3601
Email: emjrsaw6@charter.net
We are a Christian co-op that gathers weekly on Thursdays for friendship, unit studies, field trips and other activities decided upon by the group. We are currently ages 1 - 13, but everyone is welcome to contact us. We charge no fee. All group members file their own affidavit.
TEACH of the California North Coast Edit Remove
5278 North Ridge Rd. Eureka, CA 95503
Contact: Norma McClary
Phone: (707) 442-5188
Email: 1teach1@suddenlink.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/1TEACH1/
As a volunteer, Christian-run support group, we offer a supportive environment for organizing recreational and social, as well as academic, opportunities for our members, including classes, field trips, curriculum resources, and monthly moms' evenings together. All are welcome to join. Read more...
Tehachapi Homeschool Co-Op Edit Remove More
Based in Tehachapi, CA 93561
Contact: Debra Tangren
Phone: (661) 822-6308
Email: tangrenfamily@sbcglobal.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tehachapihomeschoolco_op/
This group is all-inclusive. We do not discriminate to religon, ethnic background or style of homeschooling. We have park days, co-op activities, clubs and all sorts planned. If you live in surrounding towns, Bear Valley, Stallion Springs, Mojave, Rosamond, California City or Edwards AFB you are welcome to join.
The Link Homeschool Newspaper Edit Remove More
741 Lakefield Rd, Ste J, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Contact: Mary Leppert
Phone: (805) 497-3311
Fax: (805) 497-3368
Email: mary.thelink@verizon.net
http://www.homeschoolnewslink.com
The Link is a free, all-inclusive homeschool newspaper, serving religious and non-religious families alike in a respectful atmosphere.
Tulare/Kings Homeschoolers Edit Remove More
1515 Oakwood Court, Lemoore, CA 93245
Contact: Susan Paulk
Phone/Fax: (559) 924-2691
Email: sbpaulk@onemain.com
We are a homeschooling group in central California. We have park days and field trips.
Valley Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 697, Riverdale, CA 93656
Contact: Mark and Verna Hornbaker
Phone: (559) 867-3800
Email: hsmomto3@pacbell.net
Valley Home Educators Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 4016, Modesto, CA 95352-4016
Contact: Leisa Proctor
Phone: (209) 544-6892 Cell (209) 303-3986
Email: information@valleyhomeeducators.org
http://www.valleyhomeeducators.org
An alliance of Christian homeschool parents. We sponsor an annual Homeschool Convention, an Educational Swap Meet and make resources available to all homeschoolers in CA's Central and Northern CA.
VC-LIFE Homeschool Network (formerly Ventura County Young Homeschoolers) Edit Remove More
Serving Ventura County, CA
Contact: Ninette Shorter
Email: vc-life_homeschool_network-owner@yahoogroups.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/VC-LIFE_Homeschool_Network
An inclusive, secular, eclectic support group for parents / caregivers homeschooling children of all ages (infants on up), or those exploring the possibility of homeschooling. It's never too soon to start creating community! Activities are member-generated - park days, field trips, etc.
West Bay Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
652 Edgemar Ave, Pacifica, CA 94044
Phone: (650) 359-8905
West Valley Homeschoolers of Los Angeles Edit Remove More
Los Angeles County
Contact: Lisa Jackson
Email: lisajackson@arboracademy.com
http://wvhomeschoolers.tripod.com
Secular and open to all homeschooling styles and methods. Democratic support group where membership is able to host classes, fieldtrips and activities. Online support for questions and links to helpful information. Rotating park days and other activities.
Woodland Area Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
Serving anyone in or near Yolo County, CA
Contact: Ruth Forney
Phone: (530) 662-5928
Email: wache_pres@sbcglobal.net
http://www.w-a-c-h-e.org
We provide monthly support meeting, park days, field trip, co-op classes
and more.
Words Of Hope Christian Academy Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 421501 San Diego CA, 92124
Contact: Christina Grimes
Phone: (858) 292-5473
Email: wohca@aol.com
We are a Christian ISP that has record keeping; support groups and park days; help with Special needs learning; prayer and family support.
Yolo Homeschool Central Edit Remove More
In and around Yolo County
Email: yolohome@dcn.org
http://www.dcn.davis.ca.us/~yolohome/
Coordinates the many local homeschooling resources in and around Yolo County, including Park Days, support groups, events and activities.
Yuba-Sutter Homeschool Meetup Group Edit Remove More
Serving the Yuba-Sutter area and beyond
Contact: Lisa S.
Phone: (530) 695-2944
Email: firefly78@comcast.net
http://homeschool.meetup.com/532/
Meet other local homeschooling families for park days, field trips, family gatherings, and other fun activities for both kids and parents! We have members from Yuba City, Marysville, Olivehurst, Live Oak, Wheatland, Sutter, and beyond.
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