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Christian Home Educators Coalition (CHEC) of Illinois Edit Remove More
2405 Essington Rd. PMB. 122, Joliet, IL 60435
Phone: (815) 341-8805
Email: info@chec.us
http://www.chec.us
Illinois Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 307, Russell, IL 60075
Phone: (847) 603-1259
Fax: (847) 360-9875
Email: info@iche.org
http://www.iche.org
Association of Peoria Area Christian Home Educators (APACHE) Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 5203, Peoria, IL 61601-5203
Phone: (309) 589-1307
Email: info@apachecentralillinois.org
http://www.apachecentralillinois.org
Beacon Homeschool Group Edit Remove More
Meeting at the Elk Grove Village Library
Contact: Amy Burnham
Phone: (847) 537-9184
Email: vicepresident@help-home.org
http://www.beaconhomeschool.org
A Christian group that seeks to provide opportunities that relate to the education of children and support of families. Our supportive efforts include time set aside for fellowship and encouragement through supportive speakers and discussions and also through offerings of resources, workshops, field trips and group activities.
C.H.O.I.C.E. Homeschooling Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 425, Wheaton IL 60189
Email: info@choicehomeschooling.org
http://www.choicehomeschooling.org/
Meets monthly, September through May.
CHESS of Illinois Edit Remove More
16620 Grant Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60467
Contact: Steve & Sandi Grutzius
Phone: (708) 873-0015
Fax: (708) 579-0261
Email: mail@chessof.org
http://www.chessof.org
Chicago Homeschool Co-op (CHC) Edit Remove More
Based in Chicago, IL
Contact: Alice Hollowed
Phone: (773) 463-0711 or (773) 463-0711
Fax: (773) 463-0711
Email: ahollowed@hotmail.com
http://ahollowed@hotmail.com
We are a group of homeschooling and unschooling families that meet in the City of Chicago. Currently we meet once a week. Our activities include group play, field trips, park days, and member-led learning activities, classes and experiences.
Chicagoland Homeschoolers Inclusively Learning and Discovering (CHILD) Edit Remove More
Western suburbs of Chicago (primarily DuPage county)
Contact: Elena
Email: child_illinois-owner@yahoogroups.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CHILD_Illinois/
CHILD is a group for families who seek to connect with others for support, ideas, and enjoyment. The group is secular and inclusive, with children currently ranging in age from young toddlers to teens. All are welcome! Playgroups and meet-ups will typically be on Fridays within the general areas of Villa Park (NE border) and Woodridge (SW border). However, as the group strives to be member-driven, dates and locations may vary depending on the organizer.
Christian Home Educating Families (CHEF) Edit Remove More
Based in Crete, IL 60417
Contact: Carl Triebold
Phone: (708) 672-5158
Email: ctriebold@aol.com
Monthly meetings, monthly newsletter, field trips, guest speakers.
Christian Home Educators of Rockford Edit Remove More
311 Ellsworth St, Rockford, IL 61103
Email: homeschoolrockford@sbcglobal.net
We are a Christian support group for mothers who are, or will be, teaching their children at home. We have a lending library, a monthly newsletter, several meetings a year, and an annual used curriculum sale.
Christian Workshops of the Fox Valley (CWF) Edit Remove
Currently meets in Elgin, IL and includes members from Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, Elgin, South Elgin, St. Charles, and Hanover Park
Contact: Susan Russell or Dawn Kincaid
Phone: (847) 697-6990 or (847) 854-8556
Email: rruss6868@att.net
http://www.cwfhomeschool.org
CWF is a co-op of families that meet weekly (Mondays) during the spring and fall semesters at at Grace Evangelical Church in Elgin. A wide variety of enrichment classes are offered for preschool through high school students. Because parents volunteer their time to teach, we are an affordable option compared to some of the more expensive co-ops. Individual class fees range from $2-$12 per semester. Read more...
College of DuPage Youth Education Homeschool Enrichment Edit Remove More
425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Contact: Carol Smith
Phone: (630) 942-2193
Email: smithcaa@cod.edu
http://www.cod.edu/youth/
Taught by experienced and qualified instructors, our home enrichment program provides affordable courses throughout the traditional school year for students grades 3-12, including literature, writing, science labs, mathematics, robotics, economics and so much more! Additionally, our youth education program also offers many other enrichment opportunities, including music lessons, computer lessons, talent search classes, etc.
Crestwood Cavalry Edit Remove More
5457 W. 137th Place, Crestwood, IL 60445
Contact: Dino Pavoni
Phone: 708-388-9381
Fax: 708-388-8737
Email: crestwoodcavalry@sbcglobal.net
http://www.crestwoodcavalry.com
Crestwood Cavalry is a homeschool basketball organization. We currently have boys primary, junior high, junior varsity, and varsity.
Crossroads Area Homeschool Association (CAHSA) Edit Remove More
Based in Bloomington, IL 61704
Contact: Shelly Nelson
Phone: (309) 662-8396
Email: cahsa.info@gmail.com
http://www.cahsa.info
CAHSA unites Central Illinois homeschoolers in and around Bloomington/Normal. Our public website provides info about activities & resources available to both religious and secular homeschoolers, including our curriculum resource center, formal homeschool prom, graduation, choir, and many educational activities. There is no cost for membership.
East Central Illinois Home Educator Network (ECIHEN) Edit Remove
Mattoon, Charleston, Effingham and outer areas
Contact: Christine Martin
Phone: (217) 895-3917
Email: christine@ecihen.net
http://www.ecihen.net
We are a Christian home education support group based in Mattoon, Illinois. We have members from Mattoon, Charleston, Oakland, Gays, Greenup, Casey, Effingham, Humboldt, Neoga, Sullivan, Shelbyville, Toledo and Wheeler. Read more...
Eastern DuPage for Godly Education (EDGE) Edit Remove More
Based in Lombard, IL
Email: edgehomeschoolers@yahoo.com
http://www.edgehomeschoolers.com
EDGE is a Christian homeschool support group in DuPage county Illinois. We operate a Friday co-op called Gym & Enrichment which is based in south Lombard. We have members from Villa Park, Elmhurst, Wheaton, Oak Brook, Carol Stream, Westmont, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, Lombard, and Warrenville. We also have members from Cook and Will counties.
Family of Christian Home Educators (FOCHE) Edit Remove More
115 Prairie Manor Drive, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Contact: Mark & Kyla Unick
Phone: (618) 692-1839
Email: foche@charter.net
http://www.foche.net
A Christian, family-oriented homeschool group whose membership can be found in St. Clair County, Macoupin County, as well as Madison County. We meet every other month informally to encourage, answer questions, and support beginning homeschoolers. Various activities are held for children throughout the year, although our emphasis is more on family activities.
Fun Club Too Edit Remove More
Based in Lake County, IL
Contact: Linda Strauss
Email: the_mominator_4@hotmail.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fct_inquiries/
An inclusive group that accepts all religious beliefs and all types of schooling at home, Fun Club Too desires to provide opportunities for social interaction, friendship, and educational experiences. We meet on Thursdays, 2-3 times a month, from September through May. We do field trips and activities mostly in the northern part of Lake County, but do occasionally travel further, like Milwaukee.
Grassroots Homeschoolers H.O.U.S.E. Edit Remove More
Based in Matteson, IL 60443
Contact: Arlene Olson
Phone: (708) 720-1637
Email: Form / Contact Page
http://www.grassrootshomeschoolers.com
We are a non-profit organization offering meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wed from Sept through June, a monthly newsletter, field trips, clubs, activities, and more. Open to all!
Greenhouse Home Educators Edit Remove More
1756 N 2525 East Rd, Moweaqua, IL 62550
Phone: (217) 768-3214
Highland Hope's Family Homeschool Group Edit Remove More
12846 Daiber Rd, Highland, IL
Contact: Karen Paubel
Phone: (618) 654-5315
Email: kmpaubel@ezeeweb.com
A Christian-based homeschool group. Emphasis on support and loving interaction with children. Excellence in academics and training our children in the Lord through homeschooling.
Home Educated Teen Group Edit Remove
McHenry and Lake County IL
Contact: Jacci
Email: hetg2010@yahoo.com
All home educated teens (ages 13-18) and their families are invited to join our teen group. Participate in projects, take field trips, classes, plan and run community service events! Read more...
Home Oriented Unique Schooling Experience (HOUSE) Edit Remove More
Based in Chicago, serving the state of IL
Contact: M O'Grady
Phone: (847) 676-2440
Email: contact@illinoishouse.org
http://www.illinoishouse.org
A network of dozens of nonsectarian support groups throughout Illinois.
Homeschool Resource Center Edit Remove
6645 W Steger Rd, Monee, IL 60449
Contact: Brian & Kristi Boss
Phone: (708) 235-1901
Email: hsrc@homediscipleship.org
http://www.fofchomeschool.org
The Homeschool Resource Center exists to provide information, encouragement, fellowship, and resources to Christian homeschooling families. The Center also hosts periodic events that support homeschooling and home discipleship. Read more...
Homeschool-Illinois Edit Remove More
Based in Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Contact: Nikki Mack
Email: earthstorm@att.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschool-Illinois/
Homeschool-Illinois is an online support group for the discussion of topics related to homeschooling in Illinois and surrounding states. Posting of events, organizations and homeschool websites is welcome. We have many offline activities and events as well.
IL Teen and Family Activities Edit Remove More
State of IL and surrounding areas
Contact: Diane Keen
Email: teenactivities@gmail.com
We are a support group for homeschoolers that offers activities and major events year-round for teens, pre-teens, and families who homeschool, including the Snowflake Ball, Valentine Dinner Dance, Spring Prom, Summer Luau, Costumed Murder Mysteries, Holiday Parties, Bowling, Ice and Roller Skating, Movies, Museum Outings, Jean Dances, etc. We are open to all who homeschool.
Illinois Christian Communicators - Chicago CHARGE Edit Remove More
1481 Applegate Dr., Naperville, IL 60565
Contact: Diana Wolfson
Phone: (630) 778-7310
Email: illinoischristiancommunicators@gmail.com
Illinois Christian Communicators provides a wide variety of communication activities - classes, camps, and competitions for students ages 7 - 19. Chicago CHARGE is a club/team which meets weekly September to June. Summer camps include a Young Speakers Camp for students age 7 - 11 and the Summer Debate Institute for junior high and high school students.
Illinois Home Education Edit Remove More
Serving the Illinois Homeschool Community
Contact: Karen Hoogland
Phone: (708) 388-1496
Email: info@illinoishomeeducation.org
http://www.illinoishomeeducation.org
This site is dedicated to providing information on homeschooling in the state of Illinois.
Jackson County Home Educators (JCHE) Edit Remove More
801 N. Almond, Carbondale, IL 62901
Phone: (618) 549-3333
Email: lakejen@peoplepc.com
Meetings every other month, activities, field trips, email network. We also have a high school commencement ceremony once per year.
Kankakee Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 354, Manteno, IL 60950
Email: kche200@sbcglobal.net
http://www.homeschool-life.com/il/kche/
Lake County HOUSE Edit Remove More
Lake County, IL
Contact: Karie Mitchell
Phone: (847) 693-6038
Email: karie.mitchell@gmail.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/lhouse/
We are located in and around Lake County, Illinois. Our mission is to provide non-sectarian and non-political support and information for homeschooling families as well as providing socialization and shared educational opportunities for our children.
Lincoln Area Homeschoolers Edit Remove More
Serving Lincoln, IL 62656
Phone: (217) 445.2560
Email: lincolnilhomeeducators-owner@yahoogroups.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/lincolnilhomeeducators/
A group for home educators in the Lincoln, IL area.
Macomb @ Home Edit Remove More
Serving the Macomb, IL area
Email: helen@macombathome.com
http://www.macombathome.com
We are a free online resource that provides information for homeschoolers. We invite discussion from all over and on all types of topics, but provide localized support and activities in McDonough County and surrounding areas. We are primarily based on Christian principles, but invite everyone from all backgrounds.
Many Rivers Unschoolers Edit Remove More
Based in Naperville, Aurora, Joliet and surrounding communities
Email: manyriversunschoolers@gmail.com
http://www.manyriversunschoolers.org
An all-inclusive unschooling support group of families from Will County, DuPage County and surrounding counties in the west, far west, and southwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. We meet weekly in Plainfield, Illinois and for other special events.
Metro East Catholic Home Educators (MECHE) Edit Remove More
Serving the Belleville, IL area and Scott Air Force Base
Contact: Dorothy Burke
Phone: (618) 222-9575
Email: burkefamily@yahoo.com
We are a Catholic homeschool support group. Our activities include field trips, first Friday masses, geography night, etc. We have a Yahoo group for member communication.
Mid-Illinois Cooperative Adventures in Homeschooling Edit Remove
Serving the greater Decatur, Illinois area
Phone: (909) 20MICAH (voicemail)
Email: information@micahcooperative.org
http://www.micahcooperative.org
MICAH is an inclusive, nonsectarian, homeschooling support group in the greater Decatur, Illinois area. We also offer co-op classes. Membership is $10 per school year. Read more...
MRU North Edit Remove More
Based in the Naperville/Aurora area
Contact: Cathy Kramer
Email: kramercathy@sbcglobal.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mrunorth/
MRU North is made up of unschooling families based in the Aurora/Naperville area and draws from many communities in the western suburbs of Chicago. We are currently planning field trips and other organized events on Wednesdays.
Network of Illinois Catholic Home Educators (NICHE) Edit Remove More
Serving Illinois
Contact: Margaret Ryan
Email: ryan-margaret@att.net
http://www.ilchc.org
A network of Catholic home schooling support groups around Illinois. Web site is for this year's conference.
Northside Unschoolers Group (NUG) of Chicago Edit Remove More
Serving Chicago, IL
Email: juliwalter@mindspring.com
http://www.northsideunschoolers.org
An open support group for unschoolers and homeschoolers in and around Chicago.
Our Lady Queen of Peace Home Schooling Group Edit Remove More
Northwest suburbs of Chicago
Email: info@catholichomeschoolinggroup.com
http://www.catholichomeschoolinggroup.com
We are a Catholic homeschooling group offering clubs, field trips, group prayer opportunities, support meetings, social opportunities, and holiday parties for our members.
Peoria Area Homeschoolers (PAH) Edit Remove More
Central IL area
Email: homeoflove69@gmail.com
http://friends.peoria.lib.il.us/community/pahgroup/pahgroup.html
PAH provides an an opportunity for members to provide support, playdates, field trips, and networking opportunities to each other.
Plainfield Homeschool Group Edit Remove More
Serving Plainfield / Joliet and surrounding areas
Contact: Plainfield Public Library or Suzanne
Phone: (815) 436-6639
Email: slw4@earthlink.net
The Plainfield Homeschool Group, started formally in 2000, welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds to gather, support, and celebrate homeschooling our children and young adults! We have some annual events and many field trip opportunities throughout the year. There are no membership fees.
Potters Hand Home School Group Edit Remove More
Based in Joliet/New Lenox, IL
Contact: Lorri W.
Email: pottershand@prodigy.net
http://www.pottershandhomeschool.com
Monthly "Activity Days" provide several classes for kindergarten through 12th grade students. These classes vary and can include topics such as gym, meteorology, reptiles, cooking, occupational info, and professional "assembly-style" programs. Monthly newsletter lists field trips, contests, events, activities.
Riverbend Christian Home Educators Coalition (RCHEC) Edit Remove More
Meets @ Abundant Life Community Church, 3986 Humbert Road, Alton, IL
Contact: Rachel Robins
Phone: (618) 570-9821
Email: teachmetenderly@aol.com
We meet September through May on the first Friday of every month (parties in Dec, Feb, and April), Bowl on the 4th Friday of each month and have Sign Language, Choir & PE on most Thursdays. We also have at least one field trip per month. In January we had a Science/History/Geography fair and in May we have an "End of Year" celebration where the kids are invited to share their talents and parents can give children diplomas.
Sauk Valley Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
2010 W 4th Street, Dixon, IL 61021
Email: kcnjmiller@hotmail.com
We are a Christian group serving families in the Sterling, Rock Falls, & Dixon area. We have a Friday School which meets twice a month in the fall & spring. We hold monthly support meetings as well. We also plan parties, picnics, and field trips. We have a $15 yearly membership fee and ask you to sign our statement of faith.
Scott AFB Homeschoolers Edit Remove More
2675 Brookmeadow Drive, Belleville, IL 62221
Contact: Susan Lawson
Phone: (618) 277-1794
Email: sammysue6@charter.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Scottafbhomeschoolers/
Scott AFB Homeschoolers is a group of Christian, military, homeschooling families that live on or near Scott AFB. We are active duty, retired, reserve and National Guard. If you are affiliated with Scott AFB or other surrounding military organizations you may join us. Base access is required. We are a Christian group of many different faith backgrounds but all are welcome.
South Suburban Home School & Gym Group, Inc. Edit Remove
125 Kathleen Lane, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Contact: Michelle Ewers
Phone: (708) 754-2436
Email: sshsgg7@aol.com
We are a Christian-based group organized to meet the physical education needs of homeschool families in the south suburbs. We meet on Monday mornings throughout the nine-month school year. Our annual membership fee primarily covers the expenses for the activities. We also include cooperative education classes, field trips, and annual curriculum fairs. Read more...
St. Clair County Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
Based in Belleville, IL 62221
Contact: Urban & Carrie Gaxiola
Email: sccche@att.net
http://www.sccche.org
Supporting Homeschoolers of Northern Illinois Edit Remove More
Jo Daviess County, IL
Contact: Brenda
Email: shoni-owner@yahoogroups.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/shoni/
We are a homeschool group that has group park days on Thursdays.
Teaching Homes for Christ Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 113, West Chicago, IL 60186
Email: info@teachinghomes.org
http://www.teachinghomes.org
The Learning Vine Christian Enrichment Co-op Edit Remove
Based in Naperville, IL
Contact: Karine Bauch
Email: learningvine@yahoo.com
http://www.thelearningvine.org
A Christian homeschool extention program that meets at Community Christian Church in Naperville, IL offering academic and enrichment classes for all levels including math, science, literature, history, music, art, karate, gym, voice, language arts, and life skills. Classes are taught by both home school parents and professional teachers. Read more...
The Prairie Connection Edit Remove More
Based in DuPage County, IL
Email: emludtke@sbcglobal.net
http://www.geocities.com/emludtke@sbcglobal.net/prairieconnection.html
The Prairie Connection is a non-profit, Christian-based homeschooling support group that is open to families of all faiths. We meet several times each month in fellowship for fun and educational meetings and activities.
Tri-County Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
7609B River Oaks Dr., Yorkkville IL 60560
Contact: Sue Brandau
Phone: (630) 636-6547
Email: retepeus@comcast.net
We are a Christian homeschooling group that meets once a month in Yorkville for support. We also offer many other activities, classes, and opportunities for our members to get together and educate our children.
Wabash Valley Home Educators Edit Remove More
Rt 1 Box 760, Sumner, IL 62466
Phone: (618) 456-9004
West Suburban Home School Band (aka The Patriots) Edit Remove More
Membership from W, NW, SW suburbs, primarily DuPage and parts of Will, Kane,and Cook counties.
Contact: Karen Borow
Email: director@wshsb.com
http://www.wshsb.com
Students range in age from 9 to 19. There are four band levels to accommodate those with no musical training whatsoever to those with advanced experience and abilities. The levels are Cadet, Concert Junior, Concert Senior and Symphonic. There is also The Patriots Marching Band that performs during the summer, and The Little Patriots marching corps for younger siblings.
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