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Fellowship of Christian Teaching Homes
FCTH supports and assists parents in the Panama City area with their God-appointed responsibility of training (which includes educating) their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.The Homeschooler's Friend
THF is a homeschool support organization open to all homeschoolers. THF offers the unique opportunity of belonging to a group where each member shares benefits. Bay County forms available.
Brevard Alternative Homeschool
A active support group for Brevard County, Florida Homeschoolers practicing or exploring alternative philosophies such as agnosticism, atheism, humanism, Paganism, Native American spiritualism or Wicca.Brevard Homeschool
an active group of homeschooling parents in Brevard County, Florida, offers friendship; support and encouragement; field trips; and book club ordering. We welcome all homeschoolers in Brevard County, regardless of religious or other affiliation.The Homeschool Link
A resource for people new to homeschooling, or just considering it in the State of Florida, and geared towards those in Brevard County.
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.Broward County Christian Homeschoolers
A home school group located in Hollywood, FL, which supports Palm Beach, Broward and Dade county homeschooling families and those interested in home education.Broward County Parent Support Group
The largest and oldest homeschooling organization in South Florida. Our resources are vast and our support is limitless.Christian Homeschool Fellowship
Palm Beach County. Made up of Christian families dedicated to observing Biblical commands as outlined in Deuteronomy 6, Proverbs 22, and Ephesians 6.Dade Homeschoolers
A group of families in Dade and Broward counties who understand our children deserve the best and homeschool. Membership is open for families who are currently or planning to homeschool/unschool. Mail list.Early Years Homeschooling Club
The club 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.Home Educators Association of Palm Beach County
HEAPBC is an excellent source for comprehensive home education information specific to Palm Beach County including over a dozen local groups, area resources, discounts and more.Home Educators Lending Parents Support
H.E.L.P.S. is a well established group that serves Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach Counties in South Florida. We have over 90 families in our group, and offer many activities and events ranging from feild trips and specialized support groups to 4-H and regular group picnics. We are the only all-inclusive group in South Florida.League of Observant Jewish Homeschoolers
LOJH is a not-for-profit league that was designed to satisfy the growing demand for Orthodox Jewish Homeschooling in the South Florida Area.Nature Coast LIFE
An inclusive homeschooling group for Hernando, Pasco,and Citrus County, Florida (Nature Coast). All are welcome regardless of race, religion (or lack of), lifestyle, or educational philosophy.Parents Educating Children
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.Radical Unschoolers of Broward
A group of families who have applied the Unschooling philosophy to our whole lives. Anyone who is interested in changing to a radical unschooling lifestyle is welcome. Come to the Dark Side.... they have cookies!Society of Parents Lending All-inclusive Support for Homeschoolers
SPLASH's purpose is to lend support to families in their efforts to educate their children through field trips, special events, clubs, encouragement, and various other opportunities regardless of race, culture, religion, lifestyle or individual teaching methods.South Broward Homeschool Support Group
We are located in beautiful, sunny Broward County, Florida. South Broward Homeschoolers is a completely inclusive support group for families that have chosen to homeschool their children.South County Home Schoolers
Provides networking and support to homeschooling families regardless of race, religion, teaching style, marital status or politics. Member of FIHEN.Weston Alternative Education Network
A great group of homeschooling families from all over the South Florida area. All are welcome. Parents and kids of all ages come together for games and socialization. Please join us for two hours of fun and sharing. For directions to our events and more information e-mail shira@levsoftware.comor alexandra_db@yahoo.com.
CaloosaHomeschoolers
Lots of events and classes. Look at their calendar.Classical Education Method Discussion Group
Meets monthly in Ft. Myers to encourage homeschool parents in their quest to provide the best possible education for their children. Together we preview materials, share our collective wealth of knowledge of those materials, offer community resources, and place group book orders.ChoiceEmail
Charlotte Harbor Org. of Ind. Child Ed. Homeschool discussion for families in Charlotte County Florida Area.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.Gulf Coast Home School Association
We welcome all families regardless of their religious views or educational philosophies. We believe that our group is enriched by the diversity of our members. Serving Lee, Hendry & Charlotte Counties.Heart & Home Homeschoolers
A Christian-based, cooperative group of homeschooling families in Lee County, Florida. We welcome homeschool families of all faiths and educational philosophies.Homeschoolers of Collier County
HOCC is a group of homeschooling families in Collier County, Florida, who provide support to each other regardless of religious beliefs, home education philosophy, or choice of curriculum.Southwest Florida Homeschooling Families
A volunteer-based homeschooling support group serving the area of Southwest Florida, including Collier and Lee Counties. We welcome all homeschooling families, regardless of religious beliefs, educational philosophy, or curriculum method.Support Groups for the Tri-County Area
Find additional support groups that may not yet have a website or email list as yet.
Home Educated with Learning Potentials
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.
Independent Thinkers Homeschool Support Group
Currently serving families in the Florida panhandle. They offer a variety of fun activities and assistance with testing requirements.West Florida Home Education Support League
Assists parents and children who are engaged in parent-directed education at home in Escambia County and Santa Rosa County, Florida. Lively community website with lots of pages for kids.
Cornerstone Home Educators
CHE is a Christian homeschool organization located in Lake County. Agreement to Statement of Faith required.Lake County Home School Network
Home schooling is alive and well in the larger towns which include: Clermont, Lady Lake, Leesburg, Mount Dora and Tavares, as well as in the smaller towns.South Lake Home Educators
We are open to any home schooling family needing support, despite race, creed, or religion, though most of our members are born-again Christians. SLHE offers numerous activities for grades Pre-K-12. Attendance is not required, so families can participate as they choose.
Sarasota Area Homeschoolers
The group is open to all religions and lifestyles. We will share field trips, curriculum and resource ideas, co-ops and come up with more wonderful ideas on how to make this educational journey an exciting one for all of us.Support Homeschool Activities Reaching Everyone
SHARE is an organization for support educational fieldtrips and socialization of homeschool students and their families. We uphold Christian morals and values. We are open to ALL homeschool families regardless of covering, reason for homeschooling, and religious or political affiliations.
Hogwarts Homeschoolers
Ocala. We look to expose our children to many diverse activities that we feel will enrich and complement our homeschooling efforts. Our weekly meetings include social, academic and community service related projects.Marion County Home Educators
Encourage and support for families in and around Marion County, Florida, who educate children at home. Membership is open to all home educators, regardless of race, religion, political affiliation, or homeschooling style.
North Okaloosa Association of Homeschooling
NOAH is an organization of families devoted to the education of children in a home environment. Over 70 families in the Crestview, Baker, Dorcas, Laurel Hill, and Niceville areas of Okaloosa County, Florida, are active in our organization.
Central Florida Pre Teen/Teen Homeschoolers
Central Florida's original and only teen homeschool group! This group is for homeschooling families with children age 11 and up living mostly in Seminole and Orange counties, but all are welcome.Daytona Beach Florida Homeschool Support
Lighthouse Homeschool. Homeschool Support for all of Volusia county, including Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, DeLand, Holly Hill, Port Orange and New Smyrna.East Orlando Mommies Group
The place to find fun and educational activities for you and your little kids in the East Orlando area -UCF, Waterford Lakes, Union Park, Bonneville, Bithlo, Christmas etc. Check the calendar for fun things to do.HCECF-H.E.A.R.T.S.
The Central Florida chapter of H.E.A.R.T.S. is uniting ALL local home educator volunteers for the good of our community.Homeschool Cooperative Educating in Central Florida
An inclusive and eclectic group of home educating families with young children - early elementary age (Kindergarten or first grade level, approximately ages 6 or 7) AND YOUNGER (Preschool or below) in the Orlando area (basically Orange county and Seminole county). Yahoo Group.Learning In Freedom Everyday-Central FL
Our membership gathers together for cooperative and social reasons and welcomes families of all backgrounds who share our respect for each other's likenesses and differences.Love2Learn Home Education
AA democratic, inclusive, secular group of home schoolers in the Central Florida area. We share our experience, strength and hope to enrich our children's minds and characters with co-ops, field trips, and holiday celebrations. Our members are equals; we conduct polls and maintain a democratic process.Mid-Florida Homeschoolers
A support group for parents of homeschooled children in the Orlando-area. We accept all residents who currently homeschool, or are considering homeschooling, regardless of religious persuasion or beliefs.Orlando Home Educators
Greater Orlando, FL area. A secular and eclectic group of homeschooling families. Offers weekly co-ops, fieldtrips, clubs, and recreational activities. Activities geared toward elementary aged children.Sacred Heart of Jesus Home Educators
SHJHE is a group of Catholic homeschool families in central Florida (greater Orlando).South Orlando Homeschoolers
We are a growing group of homeschoolers located in the South Orlando/Kissimmee Florida area.South Orlando Homeschool Christian Group
South Orlando and Kissimee area. We have kids ranging from ages 1-15. We offer classes, field trips, clubs,testing resources and homeschool guidance.West Orange Home Educators of Florida/strong>
We are an average size group of Christ-filled families, serving several local cities in the West Orlando area.
LIFE of Osceola
AA newly formed homeschool support group actively seeking new members living in the St.Cloud/ East Kissimmee area. As a group, we promote diversity and tolerance- families of all faiths and lifestyles are welcome!Same Shirt Club
We pick a fun color and then wear the same color shirt to the once a month field trips so that the kids can identify each other. Park days are once a week at Greenwood Lakes Park in Lake Mary.
Homeschool Alternatives
A subgroup of FPEA meeting in Pinellas County. Has newsletter, email list, and a calendar full of interesting things to do.Pinellas Christian Homeschool Sports
A non-profit organization offering FHSAA sanctioned sports for middle school and high school homeschooled students in Pinellas County, Florida./p>
Tallahassee Evangelical Association of Christian Homeschoolers
Currently we average about 100 families a year. We are comprised of a healthy mix of both veteran home educators and many who are just starting out on this wonderful journey.
Holistic Homeschoolers-Tampa Bay
AA list for Tampa Bay area homeschoolers who want their children to have a natural childhood and seek healthy alternatives in play and in life.Homeschool-TampaFl
This list is mainly for Christian Homeschoolers living in Tampa, Florida and the surrounding areas but we gladly welcome all Christian Homeschoolers in Florida.LIFE of Tampa
An inclusive support and networking group for home and alternative learners in the Tampa area. We meet regularly for 4H, interactive science classes, and a variety of social and educational programs.
Valdosta Area Homeschooling Association/strong>
A support group for homeschooling families and those interested in homeschooling. Membership is open to any person or family who has an interest in homeschooling. Serves S. Georgia, N. Florida.
Volusia Homeschoolers
This is a secular homeschool group for Volusia and Seminole county homeschoolers to get to know each other, share ideas and information and form friendships. The group will include park days, field trips and activities.
District Resource Listings
List with links provided by the Florida Home School Network. To update listings, contact schoolmaster@notry.com.Florida Support Groups
List from Home Education Magazine. To be listed, email HEM-Info@homeedmag.com.
Florida Home
School Network
This site is oriented towards homeschooling in the State of Florida. Offers
an email list, events calendar, resources and more. (Just hit CANCEL when
asked for ID and password.)
Florida Information Resource
Network
Site designed for Florida's educators with lots of links and ideas. Check
out "Instructional Resources" in particular.
Home Learning Center
A resource center for homeschool and educational materials. We carry
curricula from hundreds of publishers, along with manipulatives, science
kits; history projects; games; critical thinking books and activities;
parent helps and a whole lot more.
Sunshine Learning
Center
Classes are now being offered in the areas of math, science, and PSAT/SAT
prep specifically for the homeschool community in Margate and Davie,
Florida.
Tampa Area Homeschool
Information
An extensive online resource that could develop into a local support group.
Florida Parent Educators Association
State-wide homeschooling resources. P.O. Box 50685, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32240-0685. Toll free: 1-877-275-3732.Home Education Foundation
HEF was established in 1991 to raise support and direct lobbying for home education in Florida. HEF exists to safeguard existing legislation and evaluate future legislation. Brenda Dickinson is the current lobbyist.
Things to do in Brevard County
From a day at the beach, to visiting colleges or state government buildings, this homeschool resource site has lots of great field trip ideas.Florida Association of Museums
Our searchable database of Florida's Museums is your online invitation to explore the cultural, historic, and scientific resources of the more than 340 museums in the state.Florida Secrets
An insiders guide to unique destinations.What's Happening Manatee
Contains family information and resources. We are currently having a community wide event - "Do-it-Yourself" Summer Camp. One weekly theme for each week of summer. Each theme includes field trips, workshops, reading, links, things to do at home.
Imaginarium Hands-On Museum & Aquarium
Hours of fun and entertainment for the entire family, with over 60 interactive exhibits plus live fish, sharks, turtles, swans, iguanas and live animal programs. P.O. Box 2217, Fort Myers, (941) 337-3332The Pier Aquarium
A private, not-for-profit aquarium and community marine education center located at The Pier in downtown St. Petersburg. (727) 895-7437.
Gulfcoast Wonder & Imagination Zone
G.WIZ offers field trip programs throughout the year to preschool age through adults from dedicated staff and volunteers. 1001 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 906-1851
Ghost Tours of Historic Haunted St. Petersburg
If you choose to emphasize the 'teambuilding' aspect for your students in particular, your students may get even more benefits from our program than most. Two locations. Group rates $10 ea. For tickets in advance, call 727-894-4678.Heritage Museum
An extensive array of exhibits that illustrate the history of northwest Florida; an excellent local history reference library; field trip tours for school, scout, and civic groups; special programs for young people each summer; classes in such heritage crafts as quilting, bobbin lace, and basketry. 115 Westview Avenue, Valparaiso. 850-678-2615Historic Bok Sanctuary
Florida's most abundant opportunities for aesthetic, cultural and personal enrichment. The lush landscapes of the Olmsted gardens, the majesty and music of the carillon tower and the splendor of Pinewood Estate create an experience that inspires all who visit. In Polk County (between Orlando and Tampa).
Cypress Gardens
It started with a dream in a Cypress swamp more than 70 years ago and grew into a landmark of grace and beauty recognized around the world. In Polk County (between Orlando and Tampa).Fairchild Tropical Garden
Homeschool Programs will immerse the Homeschool student in a world of science and exploration at Fairchild. 10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami, FL 33156, (305) 667-1651Florida Museum of Natural History
Offers a variety of fun and educational programs for visitors of all ages. SW 34th St & Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, (352) 846-2000Pelican Harbor Seabird Station
WWe are a non-profit wildlife rehabilitation center in Miami specializing in brown pelicans. On-site programs include a tour of our facility and off-site programs include a live pelican. 1279 NE 79th Street Causeway, Miami, FL 33138. Phone: 305-791-9840Weedon Island Preserve
Combines a wonderful nature experience on a site with fascinating historical significance. 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33702. Phone: 727-453-6500.
Brevard Museum of Art & Science
Located in Old Eau Gallie, one of Brevard County's historic districts and one block from the Indian River. The focal point of an ever-expanding artisticand cultural center. 1463 Highland Avenue (street address), P.O. Box 360835, Melbourne, FL 32936-0835, (407) 242-0737 (Art), (407 242-7782 (Science) Includes the Ruth Cote Clemente Science Center Explor-a-Tron, hands-on science center for kids./p>
Emerald Coast Science Center
YYou will find a museum for children and families filled with more than 250 touchable, interactive exhibits that teach about natural phenomena and basic scientific principles. 139 Brooks St. Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548, (850) 664-1261Jacksonville Museum of Science & History/strong>
Strives to increase the knowledge and understanding of the natural environment and history of Jacksonville as wellas Northeast Florida. 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207-9053, (904) 396-7062
The Museum of Arts and Sciences
Volusia County residents receive half price admittance on the first Tuesday of each month (with proof of residence). 1040 Museum Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (904) 255-0285MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry)
Lots of educational programs. Register for MOSI Home School programs online. 4801 East Fowler Ave., Tampa, (800) 995-MOSIMuseum of Discovery and Science
Join online club to get discounts. An exciting hands-on learning adventure. 401 Second St., Ft. Lauderdale, (954) 467-6637Orlando Science Center
Hands-on learning and discovery opportunities lie ahead as you visit four levels of interactive, totally immersive exhibits. 12/6. 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando, (407) 514-2000South Florida Science Museum, Inc.
Serving the homeschool community for a decade with lots of special science classes. 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach, FL 33414, (561) 832-1988