Mid-Willamette Valley to Central Coast
Homeschool Support Groups
Oregon Coast Homeschoolers
This is an open group for homeschooling families on the central Oregon Coast.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/orcoho/
Mid-Valley Homeschoolers
Mid-Valley Homeschoolers is an email support group intended to strengthen our local homeschooling community by enhancing communication between homeschoolers who reside in the mid-Willamette Valley. Here we can exchange information about events and activities, classes, workshops, performances, library programs, ideas and resources that would be of interest to local homeschoolers, plus share our fears and concerns.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/M-Vers/
McMinnville Independent Home Educators Network (MIHEN)
McMinnville Independent Home Educators Network (Mee-hen) is a resource for homeschoolers in the Willamette Valley, Yamhill County: McMinnville, Newberg, Dayton, Amity, Yamhill, Carlton, Sheridan, Willamina.... You get the idea. We are an inclusive group and welcome anyone, from any locale who would like to participate. In addition to local activities, we schedule activities in the Portland-metro and Salem areas.
http://mihen.webs.com/
Newberg Area Home Educators Network
The goal of this group is to offer a meeting place for homeschoolers in Newberg and the surrounding area including Yamhill County, Sherwood and Scholls. We have organized a local park day and a Mom's night out. We would also like to see outings, classes and other special events developed as interest arises. We encourage the formation of age appropriate special interest groups. This group is all-inclusive. We have members of varying personal and homeschooling philosophies.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NAHEN/
Polk County Homeschooling Resources
Networking for parents of homeschoolers in Polk County Oregon. A place of support for parents and to arrange social events for homeschoolers; such as, field trips, picnics, parties, etc.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/polk_homeschooling/
Stayton Area Homeschoolers
A homeschooling group for families ONLY in the Stayton, Sublimity, Aumsville, Turner, Mehama, Lyons, Silverton, Scio, Mt. Angel, Mill City, Jefferson, Detroit areas. ANY AGE: toddlers, preschool, kindergartners, elementry school, middle school and high school, and special education. We meet 1-2 times a month to discuss curricula and education methods along with sharing resources. Projects/crafts/activities are provided for the children at this time.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/StaytonAreaHomeschoolers/
Salem Area Support for Homeschoolers (SASH)
SASH is a support group for Salem area homeschoolers, who meet monthly to discuss issues around homeschooling, share resources and information, and plan activities and field trips. SASH welcomes members from all religious, ethnic and racial backgrounds as well as all styles and methods of homeschooling. We also welcome homeschooling newbies and the merely curious – get your questions answered here!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SASHweb/
Salem Homeschool Independent Network of Educators (SHINE)
SHINE is an organization for support, educational fieldtrips and socialization of homeschooling families in Salem and surrounding areas. SHINE holds park days, meetings and annual get-togethers such as camping trips and picnics. Families are invited to plan social activities and/or field trips of their choice. We are open to ALL homeschool families regardless of reason for homeschooling, and religious or political affiliations. Emphasis is on group activities with respect, compassion and tolerance toward others. SHINE welcomes all homeschoolers, however we do strive to uphold Christian morals and values.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SHINEweb/
The Learning Community of Corvallis (CorvallisTLC)
TLC is a support and activity group for families who are homeschooling in the Corvallis area. We are an inclusive group and use many different approaches to learning with our children. We have weekly park or gym days, a monthly Mom’s brunch, family potlucks, field trips, hands-on activities, clubs, celebrations, and online as well as in person support. We have formed for the sole purpose of establishing a community of local homeschooling families. We are a cooperative support group, meaning that all members need to contribute to the group in order to make us grow and thrive.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CorvallisTLC/
Homeschool Central
THE place for all homeschoolers in Oregon's Willamette Valley! We welcome families of all homeschooling styles. Our common ground is that we are all homeschooling, and we have children who just want to have some fun! We value and respect our different educational philosophies as well as our diverse religious views and affiliations. Homeschool Central exists to bring area homeschoolers together at the incredible Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis to connect, explore, and play during school hours. We hope you'll join, and tell a friend too! This Yahoo group is a place to discuss activities, projects and connections made at Homeschool Central. This list will be moderated to ensure a positive experience for all.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolcentral/
Teen Homeschool Events Board
This is a board for ALL teen activities/events to be posted for the MidValley (Corvallis, Albany, Salem, Lebanon, Eugene areas). If you have an activity that you would like other home school teens to know about, then this is the place to post it.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/teeneventsboard/
Corvallis Homeschool Teens
A group for homeschooling, unschooling, questioning, or interested teens in the Corvallis and Benton County area (though you don't have to live here to join). Be friendly, respect others and no spamming. Teens only please (ages 12 to 19).
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/corvallishomeschoolteens/
Libraries and other Resources
Central Coast Libraries
Newport Public Library, 35 NW Nye Street in Newport, 541-265-2153
http://newportoregon.gov/dept/lib/
Driftwood Public Library, 801 SW Hwy 101 #201 in Lincoln City, 541-996-2277
http://www.driftwoodlib.org/
Waldport Public Library, 460 NW Hemlock Street in Waldport, 541-563-5880
http://www.waldportlibrary.plinkit.org/
Hatfield Marine Science Center
There are many ways for homeschooling families to learn at the HSMC Visitor Center: exploring the Vistor Center's exhibits on your own, attending one of our public programs, arranging a private class for your homeschool group, and/or attending our Homeschool Day events held in the Fall and Spring.
Next Homeschool Days: March 15 or March 19, 2010, 10am-4pm
2030 SE Marine Science Drive in Newport, 541-867-0100
http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu/visitor/education-programs/homeschool
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Offers special education programming to homeschool groups through out the school year, with over 26 lab and theater programs to choose from.
2820 SE Ferry Slip Road in Newport, 541-867-3474
http://www.aquarium.org/edHomeSchool.asp
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