Homeschool Resources
ECCHO has a wishlist on Amazon: linked here. This list features items needed/wanted for classroom and program purposes. We quickly go through items such as trash bags, printer ink, paper goods, hand soap, etc., and donations of these items help to keep our registration fees down as low as possible. Thank you!
The Homeschool Buyer Co-op is a free homeschooling organization for both new and veteran homeschoolers. Co-op membership is free and confidential, and entitles homeschooling families to discounts from over a hundred educational suppliers. They also sponsor "GroupBuys" for curriculum packages that save homerschooling families lots of money. On the site you'll find lots of free information, such as databases of free curriculum, field trips, and educational contests and scholarships. Highly recommended. Click here for more information.
Homeschooling High School seems intimidating. Check out this link to a document with great resources!
Other Area Homeschool Groups
Please note: These groups are not affiliated with ECCHO. We share this information because, as homeschoolers, we root for each other and want others to know there is a wide variety of homeschool support available to them. This list is not complete, there are more out there! It is up to the discretion of your family to vet the groups however you choose, as not all of these groups hold the same values or belief system as ECCHO.
Village - social group in Ferris. No Fees. 1st and 3rd Thursday 1pm-4pm. Contact Cheryl - cherl_duck@yahoo.com . Ages all. Village homeschool gathering is a group of families who come together to support one another, share in homeschooling their children and is centered around social time for both children and parents. Village gathers on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 1:00pm-4:00pm @ First Baptist Church Ferris gymnasium, unless otherwise stated on our Facebook page. Feel free to bring footballs, basketballs, scooters, skateboards, etc. Village Facebook Group
Ennis Homeschoolers - We are an open play hang out enjoy each other's company type of group. No fees. We meet twice a month every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Ennis, Texas from 1:30 to 4:30. We also offer MNOs, different events, and field trips from time to time. Contact Lisa Marak 972-897-7549 - Ennis Homeschoolers Facebook Group
Science Experiment Fun - Science Experiment Fun Facebook Page Science Experiment Fun is a science lab class that meets once a month from 1:30-3:30 on the 4th Thursday of the month (Aug-Nov for Fall and Jan-April for Spring) at Fundamental Baptist Church in Palmer, TX. We offer science labs for elementary, jr high and high school students. The cost per student per semester is approximately $20. Sign ups for the Fall semester will be in July and Spring semester sign ups take place during December. Contact Kellie Watson at kwatson8745@att.net (972)741-0947 for more information.
Cool CO-OP-Co-op group in Waxahachie. Meets at Ellis County Cowboy Church. Meets weekly on Thursday. Contact Wendy Johnson @ 469-732-6586
FED - "Family Education Days is a homeschool co-op that meets on Wednesdays in Midlothian. We exist to assist families in furthering their homeschool educational opportunities through classes and support in a Christian environment. FED offers both academic and elective classes taught by qualified tutors for K-12th grade in addition to parent support groups, student social activities, graduation, and other opportunities for homeschooled students. Families can find more information at www.familyeducationdays.com."
Sunflower Nature Co-op- We meet every Thursday at Wagon Wheel Cowboy Church in Waxahachie. Contact Ashley Leonard sunflowernaturecoop@gmail.com . Ages Prek-8th Sunflower Nature Co-op is a Christian homeschool co-op whose focus is on nature, community, and hands on learning. Each semester we offer 6 days of extracurriculars (PE, art, music, and Spanish) and 6 days of student chosen electives which are usually STEM, nature, or life skill based. We also host holiday parties, field trips, a Christmas market, scouting, and other community opportunities for both students and moms. Sunflower Nature Co-op
Waxahachie Wild N Free- social group/nature group who meets throughout Ellis County. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 9:30 am. Contact Veronica Marie Tovar. Ages all.
DASCHE- Dallas Christian Home Educators (DasCHE) is a Christian homeschool cooperative that has been serving the DFW homeschool community for over 20 years. We offer a large variety of classes for pre-K through high school and recently we have expanded to offer dual-credit classes, partnering with LeTourneau University, as well as trade school options. Our association also offers an annual graduation ceremony, Gala event, National Honor Society opportunity as well as many contests and competitions for our students. For our 2023/2024 school year we will be meeting at the South Oaks campus of Fielder Church located in south Arlington near the Arlington/Mansfield border on Wednesdays. For further information on our organization please visit our website at http://www.dasche.org
Waxahachie Homeschool Fun - Waxahachie Homeschool Fun is an accepting and inclusive group of homeschool families in the Waxahachie/Ellis County area. We strive to be a safe and fun environment for all families, celebrating all neurodiversities, abilities, orientations, religious beliefs, political beliefs, family, and homeschool styles. We have a co-op, weekly recess, weekly nature day, & weekly Friday meet-ups, along with monthly ladies' nights... basically we're super active. No website, everything is on FB. Contact Helen Bonlie - waxahachiehomeschoolfun@gmail.com Waxahachie Homeschool Fun Facebook Page
DeSoto & Cedar Hill Area Homeschoolers - Desoto & Cedar Hill Area Homeschoolers
Waxahachie Wild N Free- social group/nature group who meets throughout Ellis County. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 9:30 am. Contact Veronica Marie Tovar. Ages all.
Home School T(w)eens Outdoors – Home School T(w)eens Outdoors Outdoor fun and friendship for home school teens/tweens ages 11-18 in the Ellis County area. Hikes, parks, sports, area attractions, Nerf battles, scavenger hunts & more. Various events each week. Free to attend. Parents must be present at all events, younger siblings welcome. Facebook Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1260289937906646 Meetup Calendar: www.Meetup.com/homeschool-teens-outdoors-ellis Email: hsteensoutdoors@gmail.com
CHARA (Christian Homeschool and Recreational Activities) is a small Christ-centered co-op/enrichment program that meets one day week. For more information you can check out our website at https://www.homeschool-life.com/3558/custom/96663 or email charainformation@gmail.com
Leading Little Arrows Homeschool Learning Center is located at 600 S Davis, Arlington, TX 76013 We exist to provide rest and rejuvenation to the stressed out, overworked, and overwhelmed home educator. Our programming includes: -2 Day/ Week Hybrid Microschool (T/TH) -1 Day/ Week All-Inclusive Tutorial (F) -No Parent Teaching! -Various Outings and Meet-Ups -Homeschool Coaching -Family Events Website: leadinglittlearrows.com
Barefoot University connects families to nature and each other. Our forest schools nourish the holistic health & education of children. Through child led learning, engaging STEM & science-based activities, community service projects, creating communities, & equipping families to observe & explore our natural world, Barefooters thrive. https://barefootuniversity.org/ Lancaster BU group Meets Fridays at 10 Contact: Leigh Stauffer (214)620-9050 Natalia Andresen (469)716-0757