Florida Homeschool Organizations & Support Groups

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Florida State Homeschool Organizations

Florida Parent Educators Association
We are an association of thousands of families in the state of Florida who educate our own children. This site is dedicated to assisting our members to ensure the highest quality of education, and to provide help and information to to other families who are considering homeschooing.

Home Resources & Education, Inc
H.E.R.I. is a volunteer organization, of almost 800 families serving homeschoolers in the northeast Florida region. Essentially, we are a support group of other smaller support groups, home-based private schools and individuals, and as such offer unlimited opportunities for serving and encouraging one another.

Florida Homeschool Support Groups

Brevard County
Brevard Homeschool
An active group of homeschooling parents offering friendship; support and encouragement; field trips; and book club ordering. We welcome ALL homeschoolers, regardless of religious or other affiliation. Membership is FREE.

Brevard County
The Homeschool Link
Your Link to homeschooling in Brevard County and the State of Florida.

Brooksville
Grace Homeschool Support Group
We are a homeschool support group ministry that is hosted by Grace World Outreach Church in Brooksville, Florida. It is the goal of GRACE Homeschool Support Group to give our children the opportunity to interact with other Christian home schooled children. We will offer educational support through group events and a weekly co-op program. You may be a part of the support group without joining the co-op program.

Broward County
Broward Homeschool Parent Support Group
The purpose of the Broward County Homeschool Parent Support Group (the PSG) is to encourage our membership of approximately 400 families to grow and thrive in their respective homeschool environments. We take great strides to help facilitate our members success by providing information and support services while upholding the philosophies of the PSG (which are founded upon traditional Biblical Judeo-Christian values as defined by the Old and New Testaments of the Holy Scriptures).

Cape Coral
Gulfcoast Homeschool Association
GCHSA, a non-denominational support group in SW Florida for all families who choose homeschooling. We celebrate diversity and welcome others regardless of individual differences. We work together to provide our children with a variety of fun and exciting learning experiences.

Central Florida
Disney Schooling Orlando
This group is designed to help homeschoolers who love to explore the educational opportunities available at Walt Disney World a place to share ideas, plan visits to the parks, socialize and learn together.

Charlotte County
Charlotte Harbor Org. of Ind. Child Ed.
Homeschool discussion for families.

Clay County
Clay Homeschoolers
Clay Homeschoolers, located in Clay County, Florida, is a group founded on Christian principles believing the Bible to be the only inspired word of God. A group providing support and encouragement for home school parents, as well as, park days, field trips, and other activities for their children.

Collier County
Christian Home Educators Association of Collier County
The purpose of CHEACC is to provide information, support and encouragement to local Christian homeschool families. We encourage all members to initiate and coordinate activities that would enhance each other's homeschooling efforts.

Ft. Myers and surrounding areas
Southwest Florida Homeschooling Families
We welcome all homeschooling families, regardless of religious beliefs, educational philosophy, or curriculum method. We have founded this group in the hopes that homeschooling families in SW Florida will feel welcome and encouraged by our support. We are not a leadership-based group run by rigid bylaws. We are all volunteers. We believe this system will enable members to concentrate more fully on their families and give attention to the important matters of homeschooling rather than the politics of a group. We will meet for field trips and association to help support and encourage one another and our children.

Gainesville
Titus 2 Homeschoolers
This is a F.P.E.A. recognized support group of Christian families with the weekly e-mail newsletter of area events, meetings, and opportunities.

Hernando, Pasco and Citrus counties
Nature Coast LIFE
An inclusive group welcoming homeschoolers regardless of race, religion (or lack of), lifestyle, or educational philosophy. We believe there are as many different ways of homeschooling as there are homeschoolers.... That we all want the best for our children,that regardless of the path we chose we are richer for the company of each other on the Journey.

Hillsborough
Brandon Homeschool Cooperative (BHC)
Brandon Homeschool Cooperative (BHC) is a nonsectarian group of families that shares resources, ideas, and support for all methods of homeschooling in the Brandon area.

Hillsborough County
Christian Homeschoolers in Hillsborough
An on-line support group for Christian families that homeschool in Hillsborough County, Florida. This homeschooling list is available for homeschoolers to share: homeschool activities, prayer requests, advice, concerns, discussions, encouragement, experiences, ideas, information, links, resources, suggestions, support, scripture, God, church, parents, kids, home cleaning, lessons and curriculum, on-line courses, and web sites.

Jacksonville
Home Education Resources Support Groups

Jacksonville
And Now For Something Completely Different
Secular Home school support group

Jacksonville
Jacksonville Home School Kids
This group is based in Jacksonville, Florida. All grade levels are welcome, but at this time we are focused more on Kindergarten through Early Middle School. We are an open minded group, who would love to have you join us!

Jacksonville
H.E.R.I.
H.E.R.I. (Home Educational Resources and Information) is a volunteer organization, of almost 800 families serving homeschoolers in the northeast Florida region. Essentially, we are a support group of other smaller support groups, home-based private schools and individuals, and as such offer unlimited opportunities for serving and encouraging one another.

Jacksonville
H.E.R.I. Simply Charlotte Mason 2-Day Conference
2 Day Charlotte Mason Seminar in Jacksonville Hosted by River City Homeschool Adventures Our co-op is hosting this event. Cost is $35 per day or $60 for both days. All are welcome to attend. San Jose Baptist Church (map) 6140 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, Florida 32217 For more information visit our website at www.herijax.com or call (904) 783-8197 (904) 783-8197

Jacksonville
T.O.R.C.H Homeschool Group
T.O.R.C.H. - Teaching OuR Children from Home. We are excited to be starting a new and unique homeschool group! We offer all the fun and structure of a traditional group, such as field trips, service projects, Mom's night out, holiday parties, etc., but without all the "pressure" of having to attend every single event. We are also a "Support Group" for people who are wanting to homeschool or are already doing so!

Jacksonville/Orange Park
Home Educated with Learning Potentials (H.E.L.P.)
Special Needs Support Group!! We are a homeschool support group of special needs children and their families in the Jacksonville/Orange Park, Florida areas. It is an all inclusive and diverse group of parents providing enrichment, socialization, and support for the entire homeschool family. Our members provide advice and friendship to each other through monthly parent information and support meetings. We warmly welcome any homeschool family of a child with learning and/or medical special needs, regardless of homeschooling styles and philosophies.

Lee County
Heart and Home Homeschoolers
A Christian-based, cooperative group of homeschooling families. We welcome homeschool families of all faiths and educational philosophies. Our purposes are to support homeschooling parents, to share resources and ideas, and to encourage families in the planning of social and educational activities for their children. We also provide a network for keeping homeschoolers aware of political issues affecting the rights of homeschoolers.

Marianna
Chipola Home Educators
Homeschool support serving Jackson County.

Marion County
Christian Home Educators Association of Marion County
A Christian support group offering: acitivies, opportunities, fellowship, support, and encouragement for homeschooling families

Miami, Broward, Palm Beach areas
Alternative Homeschool Educators
We are a homeschool group based in South Florida. We are eclectic homeschoolers who believe in the Earth's spirit, kindness, and respect for all homeschooling styles and religions. We offer park days, field trips, monthly newsletters,educational co-ops, craft and cooking classes, Spiral Scouts, Book-It, Troll books, and many other exciting adventures.

North Central Florida
North Florida Homeschool Support Group
North Florida Homeschool, a group of homeschooling parents in North Central, Florida, offers friendship; support and encouragement; and buying and selling of curricula.

Ocala
Ocala Homeschooling
This group is for homeschoolers, or those interested in becoming one, who live in Ocala Florida and the surrounding areas. We welcome all homeschoolers, regardless of the method used.

Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Walton counties
Gulf Coast Christian Home Educators Association
Christian Homeschool Group serving homeschool families in Northwest Florida

Orlando
Orlando Home Educators
Where Education and Friendships Last a Lifetime!!!

Orlando
Walt Disney World Homeschooling Families
Our members are always interested in the educational experiences that we can have at Walt Disney World in Florida. In this group, we can share the educational experiences, ideas and resources that we notice there, and even ideas for pre-trip and follow-up activities at home. Sharing appropriately related websites, links, and resources will be appreciated. Members can post details about when they will be attending and invite others to join them.

Orlando (Northern Suburbs)
NearHim Home Educators
A Christian homeschool support group which exists to support and encourage families whom God has called to the task of teaching their children at home. It is the desire of NHE to be a model of Christ's love and to serve the families of both NHE and the greater homeschooling community.

Orlando and surrounding areas
Mid-Florida Homeschoolers (MFH)
Central Florida's Homeschool Resource! Mid-Florida Homeschoolers is an inclusive support group for homeschooling parents in the Orlando area. We accept all residents who currently homeschool or are considering homeschooling regardless of religious persuasion or beliefs. Our purpose is to support local homeschooling families, disseminate information to the public and foster positive attitudes about home education in the general public. By using the word inclusive we TRULY mean everyone! egroups:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/midflhomeschoolers/

Orlando area, Orange, Seminole and eastern Lake Counties
Homeschool Cooperative Educating in Central Florida
Homeschool Cooperative of East Central Florida is an inclusive and eclectic group of home educating families in the Orlando area (basically Orange county, Seminole county and eastern Lake County) working together for weekly co-ops, fun educational fieldtrips, sports/pe days, etc for a diverse age group while maintaining and supporting the individual valuable educational choices each family has made.

Palm Beach County
Early Years Homeschooling Club
This group is specially geared toward the needs of exclusively homeschooled children ages 3 to 7 and their siblings. All like-minded families sharing "natural family living" philosophies are welcome. Our goal is to have fun, learn from each other, and facilitate child socialization skills.

Palm Beach County
Parents Educating Children
PEC was created out of a need for homeschooling parents to come together to offer each other support and to share information on different aspects of home education. The purpose of PEC is to support and encourage its member families who are engaged in a home education program, as well as those considering home schooling as an academic option. Our philosophy is founded on traditional, Biblical, Judeo-Christian values. Membership is open to all who are engaged in a home education program and pay annual dues.

Palm Beach County
Christian Homeschool Support
CHS has been established to provide support, encouragement, social opportunities, and information related to home education for its members. We offer monthly field trips, fellowship opportunities, monthly park days, FPEA membership, family care & prayer support. The CHS organization and all of its activities and publications will consistently and forthrightly honor the Lord God.

Palm Beach, Broward and Dade Counties
Homeschooling South Florida
Homeschooling South Florida is a Yahoo Group designed for homeschooling kids (and their moms/dads) from the Palm Beaches, Broward County, and Dade County. Members on this board are open to discuss homeschooling issues such as curriculum selection, unschooling, the pros and cons (when mom/dad becomes overwhelmed), offer advice to new homeschoolers and share articles found concerning homeschooling issues.

Panama City and Bay county area
Fellowship of Christian Teaching Homes (FCTH)
Our mission is to support and assist parents in their God-appointed responsibility of training (which includes educating) their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. It is our express desire and intent that as a result of our efforts, the Lord Jesus Christ is honored and exalted in our families, home schools, and community. Some of the benefits of membership are Fellowship, Mom's Night Out (MNO), Father's Night Out (FNO), Co-op, classes, Park Days, Beach Days, Field Trips, e-Loop Used Curriculum Sale, e-Loop chat line, "offloop", e-News Updates, Promotion/Performance/Project/Pizza Night and Legal Updates

Panama City, Bay County
Bay Homeschools
Bay Homeschools is here to provide help, information, and opportunities to homeschool families in the Panama City, Bay County, Florida area. We hope to provide helpful information on our site to enhance your homeschooling experience. Visit the Calendar page to see what's happening in the area.

Pasco County
Pasco Christian Homeschooling Association
Welcome to PCHA. We are a nondenomination Christian support group for homeschooling families in the area. We join together for educational support, spiritual support and fellowship. We have informational monthly meetings, with yearly, monthly and weekly activities to choose from. Our Association has a decidedly Christian emphasis, as is evidenced by the Statment of Faith. It is important for all members to realize, when they apply for membership in our group that all activities and meetings will be conducted with the New Testament emphasis. Any group sponsored by our Association will be conducted in a Christian manner as well.

Pasco County
New Port Richey Homeschoolers
Information, Resources, Events, Classes, Support, Weblinks, News

Pasco County
Pasco Florida Homeschool Fun in the Sun
Homeschooling can be fun and successful with your online buddies cheering you on and supporting your best effort to educate your children in whatever manner you feel suits your needs. Ask questions and share ideas. Connect with other homeschoolers in Pasco County. We welcome anyone with an interest in homeschooling.

Pasco County
Help for Pasco Florida Homeschoolers
This is an all-inclusive chatting homeschool group for families in Pasco County, Florida. We're here to share our homeschooling experiences with the "newbie" that may be having some questions, concerns or doubts about their homeschooling journey; and we're happy to have veteran homeschoolers here to share their wisdom with others.

Pinellas County
Christian Homeschoolers in Pinellas
An on-line support group for Christian families that homeschool in Pinellas County, Florida. This homeschooling list is available for homeschoolers to share: homeschool activities, prayer requests, advice, concerns, discussions, encouragement, experiences, ideas, information, links, resources, suggestions, support, scripture, God, church, parents, kids, home cleaning, lessons and curriculum, on-line courses, and web sites.

Pinellas County
St.Pete Co-operative Homeschoolers
We are a secular, open-minded community of homeschooling families in the Tampa Bay Area. We strive for tolerance, respect and friendship for our children and ourselves. We are supportive of AP parenting and natural family living, and welcome families of all faiths and cultures.

Pinellas county and surrounding area
Homeschool Alternatives
The World is our Classroom. We are an ever-growing group of families who come together for socialization, ideas and support. We offer opportunities for homeschooling families,regardless of political, religious or educational beliefs. Our common goal is our children's educational future.

Quincy/Tallahassee
M.O.M's - (Mom's On A Mission) Homeschool Group
M.O.M's exists to do just that: we offer many opportunities to assist you in your efforts to educate your children, and on a personal level, we are here to encourage you on a bad day, offer support when you need it, laugh with you over a “homeschool” moment or share feedback on a curriculum choice.

Sanford
Covenant Christian Academy
A program for home educated students. We offer classes, both enrichment and academic, as well as music lessons, field trips, support for parents, testing, tutoring, and portfolio evaluations.

Sarasota
Learning and Families
Learning and Families is a South Florida Home Education Support group located in the Sarasota/Bradenton, SW Florida area. LAF provides a wide array of benefits to members including website access and communication, special events throughout the year, small groups to fit homeschoolers of every age, parent meetings to equip and encourage you in your role as a home educating parent.

South County
South County Home Schoolers
SCHS exists to provide support to homeschooling families regardless of race, religion, or teaching style. We seek to honor and respect the diversity that exists in the homeschool community, while working to strengthen our common bond.

South Florida
Society of Parents Lending All-inclusive Support for Homeschoolers in Florida
SPLASH is a society of homeschooling parents endeavoring to promote home education in the community.

South Pasco
South Pasco Florida Homeschoolers
This is an all-inclusive chatting group for for the discussion of homeschooling information, curriculums, activities, events, homeschool evaluations, and homeschooling support. One function of the group is a calendar/bulletin board and play group or meet up group for activities/events throughout the county; also to help homeschoolers, new homeschoolers and relocated homeschoolers find support groups in their area and strengthen homeschooling support.

Statewide
FPEA Support Groups
Find your district for information about local homeschool organizations.

Statewide
Florida Parent Educators Association - Districts
Click on your district for information about local homeschool organizations and your district director.

Statewide
League of Observant Jewish Homeschoolers
LOJH is a not-for-profit league of families designed to satisfy the growing demand for Orthodox Jewish Homeschooling. Although our resources should be helpful to Jewish educators everywhere. LOJH is looking to team up with observant, Jewish families that are committed to homeschooling their children.

Statewide
Florida Homeschoolers
The World is our Classroom. FL Homeschoolers bulletin board system is open for FL Residents who are looking for more out of homeschooling. It is a resource designed to grow and expand with out families. Post your favorite park, find out about what cool things lie in the next area, check the calendar for upcoming events or just sit back and meet new people!

Statewide
LIFE of Florida
LIFE of Florida is Florida's statewide homeschool support and networking chapter of Learning is for Everyone, Inc. LIFE welcomes everyone of all races, ethnicities, religions, family compositions, sexual orientations, learning and life styles, abilities and disabilities,and asks only that rules of civility, kindness and compassion be honored by all, for all.

Tampa and Hillsborough county area
Learning Is For Everyone of Tampa
LIFE is a collaborative, alternative learning group that believes Learning Is For Everyone, and should be a rich and satisfying experience that creates a never-ending desire to learn more! LIFE welcomes everyone, of all races, ethnicities, religions, family compositions, sexual orientations, diets, learning styles, abilities and disabilities, and asks only that rules of civility, kindness and compassion be honored by all, for all.Our webpage and online discussion group serve as an announcement and resource list for the Odessa Trailblazers Camp Fire Family Club, science programs and other activities and events. Email LIFE Info with questions or suggestions. mailto:pubmail@tampabay.rr.com egroups:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/L_I_F_E/

Tampa Bay
Holy Word Ministry Homeschool Group
A group looking for people who need emotional, spiritual, and mental help in homeschooling in the Tampa Bay area.

Volusia, Seminole & Flaglert counties
P.A.C.E. Parents Advancing Christian Education
P.A.C.E. is a non legalistic christian support group offering fpea,co-ops,field trips,etc.

West Florida
West Florida Home Education Support League (WFHESL)
WFHESL members help organize a wide variety of activities and events that are announced to members in the monthly newsletter. WFHESL is a Christ-centered, family oriented, volunteer organization established by homeschooling fathers and mothers desiring to help, support, and encourage homeschoolers in Northwest Florida, according to Biblical principles. mailto:pres@wfhesl.org