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Christian Home Educators Coalition (CHEC) of Illinois Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 34885, Chicago, IL 60634-0885
Phone/Fax: (773) 278-0673
Email: chec@chec.cc
http://www.chec.cc
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
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
11110 Revere Road, Mokena, IL 60448
Contact: Brenda Luchene
Phone: (708) 479-2728
Fax: (708) 479-9045
Email: homeducator@sbcglobal.net
Chicago Homeschool Coop Edit Remove More
Based in Chicago, IL
Contact: Alice Hollowed
Phone: (773) 463-0711
Email: ahollowed@hotmail.com
We are a group of homeschooling and unschooling families that meet in the City of Chicago. Currently we meet twice a week. Our activities include group play, field trips, park days, and member-led learning activities, classes and experiences.
Children's Educational Institute, Inc. Edit Remove More
1319 Scott Avenue, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Contact: Kathryn Durkin / Amy Wolf
Email: mkebrn@aol.com
http://hometown.aol.com/mkebrn/juniorgolfclubindex.html
We are a homeschool group which meets regularly to provide children with additional learning experiences. We organize field trips, educational classes and athletic activities.
Christian Chicago Area Relaxed Educators (CCARE) Edit Remove More
1334 Gunderson, Berwyn, IL 60402
Contact: Julie Polanco
Phone: (708) 484-5014
Email: ejsjp@earthlink.net
Our group is for those Christians who are committed to a lifestyle of learning in a relaxed way. We have monthly support meetings, an e-mail list, regular park days and children's activities, and more.
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@comcast.net
CWF is a co-op of families that meet weekly 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. Classes start at $2 per semester and do not exceed $12 per semester. Read more...
College of DuPage Youth Education Homeschool Enrichment Edit Remove More
425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Contact: Jane Trotter
Phone: (630) 942-2849
Email: trotterj@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, and girls high school.
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 where I-74, I-55 and I-39 connect by providing information about activities and academic opportunities. We offer field trips, annual testing, a chapter of Eta Sigma Alpha (National Homeschool Honor Society), B.A.C.H.S. (Homeschool Choir), Homespun 4H Club, Toastmasters, Enrichment Group, Mom's Night Out, Teen Group, Google Discussion Group and The Connection newsletter.
Eastern DuPage for Godly Education (EDGE) Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 134, Lombard, IL 60148
Email: edgehomeschoolers@yahoo.com
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: info@grassrootshomeschoolers.com
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 Educators Loving Parents (HELP) Edit Remove More
Meeting at the Elk Grove Village Library
Contact: Amy Burnham
Phone: (847) 537-9184
Email: vicepresident@help-home.org
http://www.help-home.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.
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: info@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 Center exists to provide information, advice, encouragement and resources to Christian homeschooling families. We conduct monthly meetings that include discussions on various subjects pertaining to the heart of homeschooling and home discipleship. Read more...
Homeschool-Illinois Edit Remove More
Based in Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Contact: Nikki Mackovitch
Email: earthstorm@comcast.net
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschool-Illinois/
Homeschool-Illinoi 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.
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.
Joliet Area Christian Co-op (JACC Inc.) Edit Remove
P.O. Box 2935, Joliet, IL 60434
Contact: Amy Doty
Phone: (815) 744-5795
Email: amydotyrn@yahoo.com
http://www.jaccinc.org
JACC inc is a private Christian group run by volunteers that exists to provide high quality classes and experiences to supplement the education of homeschoolers. To accomplish this purpose, families cooperatively provide academic and enrichment classes. We have a fall and spring semester and meet for approximately 12 weeks each session at Crossroads Christian Church in Joliet. Spring registration is open until January 7th and Fall registration is open until July 31st. Read more...
Kankakee Christian Home Educators Edit Remove More
520 S Cleveland Ave, Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Phone: (815) 939-3470
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.
Mighty Oaks Edit Remove More
P.O. Box 1253, Lake Villa, IL 60046
Contact: Leba Miller
Phone: (815) 404-7606
Email: info@mightyoaksonline.org
http://www.mightyoaksonline.org
Mighty Oaks is a local, non-denominational Christian homeschool group for students in 6th to 12th grade. We meet year-round, and our summer activities include educational field trips, community service projects, physical education, arts and crafts, and monthly family picnics. Our academic program begins after Labor Day and supplements homeschool curriculums through classes in debate, public speaking, foreign languages, drama, cooking and 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
Based in Lake Zurich, IL
Contact: Karen Dempsey
Email: gkdempsey@gmail.com
http://www.ilchc.org
A network of 38 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.
Peoria Area Homeschoolers (PAH) Edit Remove More
Serving the Central IL area
Contact: Rhonda Jockisch
Phone: (309) 353-6848
Email: rhonda1969@gallatinriver.net
http://friends.peoria.lib.il.us/community/pahgroup/pahgroup.html
The mission of Peoria Area Homeschoolers is to enhance the home education experience. PAH provides an an opportunity for members to provide support, playdates, field trips, and networking opportunities to each other.
Plainfield Area Homeschool Edit Remove More
Serving the Plainfield area
Contact: Angie Avers
Email: aversfamily6@msn.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/plainfield-area-home0school-e-group/
The intention is for our group to better network us and inform us of events of interest to homeschoolers. Events may include field trips in Chicago, or state-wide; parties and gatherings; lectures; playgroups; or even something as big as a weekend at the state capital!
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: Carrie Floyd
Phone: (618) 467-8190
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
11092 Luther Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071
Email: hazelnuts61071@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. Our support group meetings are on the 3rd Tuesday evening. 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/
We are a group of military, homeschooling families that live on or near Scott AFB. We are active duty, retired, reserve, National Guard or previous military families. If you are in any way affiliated with Scott AFB or other surrounding military organizations you may join us. We are a Christian group of many different faith backgrounds. Members are not required to share our Christian faith but must recognize the nature of our group and understand that we will not in any way compromise our beliefs.
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
30 Village Drive, Swansea, IL 62226
Contact: Urban & Carrie Gaxiola
Email: sccche@charter.net
http://www.sccche.org
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 More
Based in Naperville, IL
Contact: Karine Bauch
Email: learningvine@yahoo.com
http://www.thelearningvine.org
A Christian homeschool enrichment coop meeting at Community Christian Church in Naperville, IL offering classes including music, art, karate, gym, science, voice, language arts, Spanish and some high school level courses. Classes are taught by both home school parents and professional teachers.
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
205 E. Kendall Drive, Yorkville, IL 60560
Contact: Sheri Klaas
Phone: (630) 553-0317
Email: fsklaas@sbcglobal.net
http://www.appraisalservices.com/tchenews.htm
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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