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 North Carolina.
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 North Carolina.
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.
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Homeschool Alliance of North Carolina (HA- NC)
Established in 2003, the Homeschool Alliance of North Carolina (HA- NC) is a grass roots, statewide advocacy group supporting independent homeschooling families in North Carolina.
Charlotte Mason Mothers - North Carolina
CM-MothersNC is a local homeschool support group in the Triangle area of North Carolina for mothers who are utilizing Charlotte Mason's teachings in home education. This is a Christian homeschool group, but welcomes anyone who aspires to provide a Charlotte Mason style home education for their children.
McDowell County Home Schoolers S.T.A.N.D.
This email group is a Christian-based homeschool support group for homeschoolers in McDowell, Rutherford, and surrounding counties.
NCAfricanAmericanHomeschoolers
NCAfricanAmericanHomeschoolers is an online group that facilitates homeschooling discussions and networking.
Charlotte Mason eLEARN (CMeLEARN)
CMeLEARN (Charlotte Mason eLEARN) is a homeschool group serving families in the Greater Charlotte area, composed of Christian families who welcome anyone interested in learning about the Charlotte Mason philosophy of education. CMeLEARN offers an ongoing study of Charlotte Mason for teachers using various resources.
Georgia Homeschool Network
This Facebook group offers a place where homeschool families can come together and stay up-to-day on what's going on in the homeschool world in Georgia.
North Carolina African-American Homeschoolers
The mission of North Carolina African-American Homeschoolers is to provide a central point of community and resources for homeschoolers of color in North Carolina. Offers opportunities for homeschoolers to socialize with other children who are like them in order to create a community atmosphere and lasting friendships. NCAA Homeschoolers online is a community building resource for parents and guardians of home schooled children to share experiences, teaching styles and curricula.
NC Secular Homeschool Network
Email list for homeschoolers in North Carolina, regardless of religious affiliation.
Cary Homeschoolers
Cary Homeschoolers is an all-inclusive, secular homeschool support group based in Cary, NC. Membership is open to all homeschooling families in and around the Cary area. Their primary purpose is to help their children develop and maintain social connections with other young people in the Cary area. They offer park days, game days, play dates, field trips and classes. They also hold regular gatherings for parents to share ideas about homeschooling and to act as a sounding board and source of supp...
Gifted Home Scholars in NC
A group for parents who are educating their gifted children at home in NC, or have an interest in home education in our state. This group will give parents an opportunity to network, share experiences, and bounce ideas around. This group is open to all types of homeschoolers.
Homeschoolers of Color
Homeschoolers of Color is a group based in the piedmont of North Carolina, dedicated to supporting homeschoolers of color and their families. Member come from Chatham County, Lee County, Durham County, and Orange County, and include homeschoolers of African, Asian, Latino, and Native American heritages.
NCHE Region 2 Connect
NCHE Region 2 Connect is an inclusive, Christian-based, e-mail loop for all homeschoolers in the NCHE Region 2 area, which includes: Avery, Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Rutherford, Polk, and Yancey counties in NC.
North Carolina Homeschool
This is a mailing list for people who home school or are thinking of homeschooling in North Carolina, kids and parents alike. Here you can exchange ideas, support each other, and share resources and information.
NC Homeschoolers
The NC Homeschoolers list is organized for the sole purpose of sharing thoughts and ideas about homeschooling. This is an inclusive group.
North Point Homeschool Ministry
North Point Homeschool Ministry is an outreach of North Point Baptist Church. This group supports parents who are homeschooling or are considering it. They offer meetings, events, and activities for parents and children.
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