CT Homeschool Network, Inc.
C.H.N., Inc. is a non-profit organization, that was founded as a network in 1995. It is represented by a Board of Directors.Its purpose is to offer truly inclusive homeschool support and information to over 20,000 CT homeschool family members, particularly via our local support groups, & educate the public about homeschooling. We recognize the diversity among homeschoolers, and celebrate various styles of groups. We also support homeschool freedom and privacy.CHN has a legal advisory board and acts as a legislative watchdog to monitor potential threats to homeschool freedom issues.
Requirements: None
Benefits: To become a member is simple. Current (and alumni) CT homeschoolers in good standing may join our membership ranks free of charge. We offer membership cards, discounts at various stores, and certain sponsored events. You may subscribe to a free online periodic newsletter and calendar of events. To join, visit our "Membership" page, listed to the left under "Services". We value the dedication of our support groups and work to build a sense of community among them. We have resources available for them, member benefits for them to offer, support group leader luncheons, an annual fair, and a private website area for information and support. Start a support group in your town! We also have a very active Facebook page that you can access from the CHN main website, under "Facebook". CHN has a Yahoogroup for homeschoolers at https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/ConnecticutHomeschoolNetwork/info
The Home School Connection
We are a free fine arts and enrichment program designed to enhance the education our students are receiving at home.
Requirements: Students must be in Kindergarten through 6th grade to attend & may not be enrolled in any other publically funded program.
Benefits: Enrichment
Rocky Mountain Homeschoolers
We meet the 3rd Thursday of the month, August through May, 2:00 pm. We have members mainly from Fort Collins and Loveland, but are not restricted to that area.
Requirements: We only ask that each family organize an event at least once a school year.
Benefits: We provide a monthly newsletter, field trips, arts and crafts, family game nights, Kid together (park, pool, bowling, hanging out time) and book group.
Homeschool Treasury
Homeschool Treasury is a collection of resources for those who live along the Colorado Front Range. There's a wealth of information for local field trips, enrichment programs, and classes. There's also a collection of popular curriculum, living books, games, and events. If just getting started in homeschooling, there's a page for that too, as well as where to buy curriculum, a sample letter of intent, a summary of the homeschool law, record keeping, umbrella schools, and support groups.
Requirements: None
Benefits: Many homeschool resources for activities and curriculum
Home School Association for Military Families
Mission: To bring community, resources, and support to military homeschool families worldwide. Vision: To support families with information, educational opportunities, scholarships, and special programs. To encourage, support, and unite military families regardless of duty station and branch of service. To unite home education with the local community through educational, charitable, and volunteer opportunities.
Requirements: Our families are connected with each other. The military supports our nation and civilians support our military. HSAMF is open to both types of families. Together we can change the world.
Benefits: subscription to Home School Enrichment Magazine, Pen Pal Program, Summer Reading Club, hundreds of discounts from supporting businesses
High Country Home Educators
The home schooling families of New Life Church offer a three-part program. High Country is first of all a support group. We offer a variety of services, group activities, and events for support and fellowship to our member families. A monthly newsletter, family directory, and legislative updates, field trips, and HSLDA discount are included.Secondly, we operate an independent school, High Country Christian Academy. HCCA is incorporated as a private school and children enrolled are considered off-campus students. They are not under the homeschool law, but under the private school regulations. In addition, High Country offers a variety of enrichment classes geared toward supplementing your home schooling program.The three divisions of High Country Home Educators are optional services and each division must be joined separately. You need only join the division(s) that suit your family needs.
Requirements: No requirements except for paying membership fee
Benefits: Our support group offers a monthly newsletter, fieldtrips, and other group meetings and support. Please see our website for other perks of membership. www.hche.org