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Classes / Activities
Classical Conversations
You’re Their First Teacher. Be Their Best Teacher. When you homeschool with Classical Conversations, we connect you with a local community of like-minded families who not only learn together but do life together. We equip homeschool parents with the confidence to raise bright, observant students who have a lifelong love of learning. Student ages 4 years old through high school. www.classicalconversations.com
The Animation Course
Chad Stewart, former Disney animator and veteran home school Dad, offers a 12-week LIVE - online Animation Course for ages 11-18. He also teaches 4 online Drawing Classes as well for both elementary and upper grade level students. Each assignment is given a review by a professional animator/artist with feedback for the individual learning of each student! We have live and recorded classes, so there are options available for many different needs.
Now Registering for Spring (February 2nd through April 20th) and Summer! https://www.theanimcourse.com/register
Celestial Strings Fiddle Lessons
Celeste Johnson is a nationally renowned fiddler and teacher who offers fiddle lessons and ensembles in North Portland. Celeste is an expert at helping kids develop a lifelong love of music. Students learn by ear and develop technique, rhythm, improvisation skills, musical confidence, and performance skills to apply in jams, bands, fiddle contests, and beyond. Several of Celeste's students hold national champion titles, while others take pleasure in playing in more casual community settings. Great for all ages (4+) and levels, fiddle lessons provide a solid musical education on their own or as a fun complement to classical study. celestejohnsonmusic.com
Alliance Charter Academy
Alliance Charter Academy partners with homeschooling families to support flexible, personalized learning at home. We provide one-on-one academic learning plans, optional on-site classes in core subjects, music, arts, and technology, and enriching social opportunities for all grade levels. ACA is designed to empower parents while ensuring students feel supported, connected, and part of a thriving homeschool community. https://www.alliancecharteracademy.org/
Northwest Fencing Center
Northwest Fencing Center is a non-profit training facility
specializing in fencing education. We are an inclusive and diverse
community with top tier fencing classes taught by three fencing
masters. We host training camps taught by International Olympians and
private lessons for people of all ages and skill sets. Start fencing
today! nwfencing.org
Harmony Road Oregon
At Harmony Road Oregon, we believe that music education should begin early, be joyful, and include the whole family. Our classes are built on a research-based, whole-child approach that blends group interaction with hands-on musical exploration. Each session includes ear training, movement, rhythm instruments, and solfège, all designed to build musical skills step by step. We also offer choir classes for ages 7-16. www.harmonyroadoregon.com
Portland Symphonic Girlchoir
The Portland Symphonic Girlchoir, with singers in PreK – Grade 12, thrives under the direction of nationally recognized leaders, Roberta Jackson and Debra Burgess. The award-winning Girlchoir “where every singer finds their voice” has been inspiring singers and audiences in Portland, nationally, and internationally for 37 years. Come Sing and Shine with us at summer camp—or make music with us all season long!
girlchoir.com
Goldfish Swim School
Goldfish Swim School is proud to provide a state-of-the-art aquatic swimming facility that is dedicated to indoor swim lessons and programs for children ages 4 months to 12 years old. https://goldfishswimschool.com/sherwood/swim-lessons/
Oregon Rainbow for Girls
The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a nonprofit youth leadership organization for girls ages 10–20, guided by caring adult mentors. Run by girls, Rainbow helps members build confidence, communication skills, and character while serving their communities. Activities include leadership development, public speaking, service projects, and fun social events. Rainbow provides a safe, supportive environment where girls form lasting friendships, learn teamwork, and grow into capable, kind young leaders. A wonderful enrichment opportunity that complements homeschool education and values. Learn more at oregonrainbow.org
Echo Theater Company
Echo Theater Company offers Circus Theater and Movement classes for students of all ages and abilities in a safe, inclusive and collaborative environment. Curriculum includes trapeze, aerial silks, tumbling, partner acrobatics, juggling, stilt-walking, creative movement, and physical theater and is adaptive to the interests and skill-level of each group of students. Students build confidence, strength, and body awareness through physical challenges; creativity, communication and collaboration skills through partner tricks, theater games, and building a unique end-of-term show for family and friends. https://www.echotheaterpdx.org/
Trackers Earth
Trackers Earth homeschool classes cultivate curiosity, creativity, and connection. Our expert Trackers Guides act as mentors to youth ages 5-17 learning in a small team of fellow homeschoolers. Kids share epic adventures while learning fantastic outdoor skills. Adventuring outdoors entails learning with the seasons. During our journey, each seasonal term draws form the curriculum of our Four Guilds. Our Rangers Guild trains in archery and wilderness survival. Our Mariners Guild goes fishing and boating. Our Wilders Guild helps out with farm animals and gardens. Our Artisans guild teaches natural arts and folk crafts. https://trackerspdx.com
Experiences
Products
Resources
Oregon Association for Talented and Gifted
The Oregon Association for Talented and Gifted (OATAG) is a non-profit, all-volunteer membership organization that:
– Advocates for the needs of all talented and gifted children
– Serves as a resource for families, educators, and communities
– Provides direction for excellence in education
OATAG welcomes everyone interested in supporting excellence and equity in education including homeschoolers.
For more information visit our website at https://www.OATAG.org/
Oregon Student Aid
Oregon Student Aid provides financial aid for post-high-school education. https://oregonstudentaid.gov/
Pass It On Sales
Pass It On Sales hosts a consignement pop-up event to help families sell clothes that no one fits in anymore and toys not being played with, along with just about anything else in sellable condition. Consignors make money AND get to shop early, before the general public. Thousands of shoppers benefit from paying way less than retail while helping the environment, hundreds of sellers make money, and we donate to local charities at the end, whatever is not picked up by the sellers. This fabulous community event is run by a former homeschooling family (kid is now 20 and a college grad!) since 2006. https://passitonsales.com/
Multnomah County Library
Books and resources to support the curriculum you choose and your child’s learning style. https://multcolib.org/
Services
Amy McClish, MS Ed: Tools for Communication
Are you looking to expand communication opportunities for your non, minimally or unreliably speaking loved-one through the use of a multi-modal approach? Options include high and lite tech AAC, signs, symbols, spelling, accessibility technology and more. I work with people of all ages and particularly have a passion for educational settings PreK-college and homeschool. Please call, text or email me: 503-515-7089 or mcclishes@gmail.com Sessions are in-person (my home or yours). I give ongoing support through Session Reports, supplemental resources and timely feedback through text and/or email, at no additional charge.
Literacy Speaks
At Literacy Speaks in Sherwood, Oregon, we work with kids who are having a tough time with reading and writing. Using our background in speech-language pathology and training in structured literacy, we offer support that’s tailored to your kiddo’s needs.
Whether your child is just beginning their literacy journey or has been hitting some bumps along the way, we’re here to help them gain the skills—and confidence—they need to succeed! We also know how hard it can be as a parent when you’re not sure what the next step should be, so our clinic is here to support you, too—with practical guidance and a clear plan to move forward. literacyspeaksor.com
The ABClinic
Northwest Reading Clinic
Homeschool Family Legacy
Amanda Schenkenberger helps busy homeschool moms calm the chaos, find their flow, and build a homeschool life they love. A second-generation homeschooler and mom of four boys, she teaches moms how to manage their time, mind, and emotions so they can create sustainable routines, strong academics, and joyful connection. Learn more at HomeschoolFamilyLegacy.com.
Sunbreak Therapy Services
Many children, teens, and adults struggle with communication and occupational skills. At Sunbreak Therapy Services we understand that there are many aspects to you or your loved one’s treatment and work closely with you, in person or online, to maximize the health outcome ensuring confidence in everyday challenges. We offer Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Psychological Testing. sunbreakclinic.com
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