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Arizona Homeschool Law at a Glance
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ARS §15-802 G 2. Homeschool means a nonpublic school conducted primarily by the parent, guardian or other person who has custody of the child or nonpublic instruction provided in the child’s home.
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- 15-763. Plan for providing special education; definition
- 15-745. Children instructed at home testing prohibition; enrolling in a public school after homeschooling
- 15-802.01. Children instructed at home eligibility to participate in interscholastic activities
- 15-802. School instruction; exceptions; violations; classification; definitions
- 15-828. Birth certificate; school records; exception
ALTUS FAMILY LIBER ACADEMY
ALTUS Family Liber Academy is a liberal education commonwealth community in Tucson, Arizona. We are a group of families who share knowledge, resources, and experiences to provide their children with an environment rich in classics, inspiration, and principles. ALTUS is dedicated to supporting families in their pursuit of providing a leadership education to their children. We refer to Thomas Jefferson education frequently, and use its guiding principles in mentoring and homeschooling our children.
TYPE OF GROUP: Homeschool Co-op
AREA: Tucson – Pima County plus families from Pinal and Cochise counties participate as well.
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: Parent-led co-op classes Thursdays from 9:15 am to 2:30 pm. Monthly parent meetings, monthly scholar nights for youth 12 and up, and monthly field trips, Semester Membership Fee - $136+
CONTACT: Olivia Votaw, oliviasvotaw@gmail.com
CHRISTIAN HOME EDUCATORS OF TUCSON NORTHWEST
A Christian support group comprised of parent-directed homeschooling families in the northwest Tucson area who seek to provide encouragement, fellowship, information, etc. via email and activities led by our parent volunteers.
TYPE OF GROUP: Independent Support Group
AREA: Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, Catalina
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: Community service clubs, PE, game days, teen groups, field trips, various co-ops between member families, and sharing information on curriculum, etc. Annual Membership Fee - $30
CONTACT: Candice Avey, chet_nw@yahoo.com
WEBSITE: Christian Home Educators of Tucson Northwest, opens a new window
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 89621 Tucson, AZ 85752
CHRISTIAN HOME EDUCATORS OF TUCSON SOUTHEAST
Encouraging Christian families in homeschooling and providing children with wholesome socialization.
TYPE OF GROUP: Independent Support Group
AREA: Tucson, Sahuarita, Vail, Wilcox, St. David
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: Weekly park days, PE, “Sister to Sister” mentoring moms group, field trips, youth group, junior high girls club, junior high boys club, Mom’s night out, Annual Membership Fee - $25
CONTACT: Laura Denker, chetseprez@gmail.com
WEBSITE: Christian Home Educators of Tucson Southeast, opens a new window
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 18555 Tucson, AZ 85731
LOCATION: Christ Community Church Oasis Auditorium, 7801 E. Kenyon Dr. Tucson, AZ 85710
FAITH HOMESCHOOL COMMUNITY CO-OP
A Christian Homeschool co-op supporting families in the northwest area of Tucson comprised of parent volunteers
TYPE OF GROUP: Homeschool Co-op
AREA: Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, and surrounding areas
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: We are a weekly co-op that meets for 12 weeks in the fall and 12 weeks in the spring. We also offer other support through field trips, park days, and Mom’s night out, Annual Membership Fee - $70
CONTACT Caroleen Young or Mara Gieseke, faithhomeschoolcoop@gmail.com
WEBSITE: Faith Homeschool Co-op, opens a new window
ADDRESS: 2551 w. Orange Grove Rd. Tucson, AZ 85741
HOLY FAMILY HOME EDUCATORS
A gathering of Catholic families assisting each other in training and teaching our children at home to animate them with love for God and others. Our model is the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.
TYPE OF GROUP: Independent Support Group
AREA: Tucson and surrounding area
EMPHASIS: Catholic
FORMAT: Co-op classes for grades 3-12, field trips, PE, teen activities, fine arts performances, celebrations of the liturgical year, Mom’s Night Out, annual curriculum seminar, and preschool play group. Annual Membership Fee - $30
CONTACT: Shannon Federoff, 520-762-0469, info@hfhetucson.org
WEBSITE: Holy Family Educators of Southern Arizona , opens a new window
NORTHWEST TUCSON HOMESCHOOLERS
NTH is an independent, inclusive support group providing encouragement and community for those pursuing or considering home education/homeschooling for their children.
TYPE OF GROUP: Independent Support Group
AREA: Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina, surrounding areas
EMPHASIS: Secular
FORMAT: Year-round activities including PE, field games, co-op classes, clubs, field trips, and 4-H, Annual Membership Fee - $10
CONTACT: Michele, michele@northwesttucsonhomeschoolers.com
WEBSITE: Northwest Tucson Homeschoolers on Facebook , opens a new window
SONORAN DESERT HOMESCHOOLERS
SDH provides social and creative outlets for homeschooling families. SDH is not devoted to any homeschooling approach, political platform, religious outlook or philosophical ideal, and it supports all families in the area of home education, regardless of their personal lifestyles or educational choices
TYPE OF GROUP: Independent Support Group
AREA: Tucson, Southern Arizona
EMPHASIS: Secular
FORMAT: Newcomer packets, monthly newsletter, annual group event like a medieval festival.
CONTACT: Deborah Gubernick, 520-791-9942, sdhtucson@yahoo.com
SOUTHWEST TUCSON HOMESCHOOLERS
Providing a support network for homeschooling families in and around the area of Southwest Tucson.
TYPE OF GROUP: Independent Support Group
AREA: Southwest Tucson, Valencia West, Three Points, and Sahuarita
EMPHASIS: Eclectic
FORMAT: Homeschool support, field trips, mom’s nights, park days, evening meetings, etc.
CONTACT: swtucsonhomeschoolers@yahoo.com
WEBSITE: Southwest Tucson Homeschoolers, opens a new window (Private Facebook group by invitation only.)
Other Pima County Homeschool Resources
WE MAKE HISTORY
We Make History is an educational enterprise devoted to bringing history and the arts to life in the context of a creative, inspirational, family-friendly environment. As homeschoolers ourselves, our primary focus is serving the homeschool community.
TYPE OF GROUP: Homeschool Club or Association
AREA: Statewide – Events held in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Queen Creek, Anthem, Litchfield Park, Prescott, Flagstaff, Tucson, and more.
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: Historic Balls, Portrayals, Reenactments, Socials, Educational Workshops, and more. We also organize the American Heritage Festival and an annual Arizona State Homeschool Picnic and Park Day. Numerous historic balls per year, plus socials, picnics, workshops, and demonstrations. Several thousand homeschoolers are involved in the course of a typical year.
CONTACT: wemakehistory@aol.com
WEBSITE: We Make History: Where history and the arts meet, opens a new window
QUEST FOR EDUCATION AND ARTS
Quest for Education and Arts is a 501c3 education forward non-profit ministry where industry leaders bring hands on experiences to curious learners in a Christ-centered environment. We are dedicated to providing freedom in education to students in Southern Arizona.
TYPE OF GROUP: Homeschool Club or Association
AREA: Tucson, Southern Arizona
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: Quest offers families innovative, hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) instruction in a flexible and fun atmosphere.
CONTACT: (520) 818-8064, office@questforeducationandarts.com
WEBSITE: Quest for Education and Arts, opens a new window
ADDRESS: 7570 N. Paseo del Norte
ARIZONA FAMILIES FOR HOME EDUCATION
Arizona Families for Home Education (AFHE) is the statewide organization that has been serving the needs and protecting the rights of Arizona’s homeschooling families since 1983. AFHE is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational, religious, and charitable corporation run by a Christian board of directors.
TYPE OF GROUP: Homeschool Advocacy Group
AREA: Statewide
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: AFHE exists to inspire parents to home educate their children; promote parent-directed home-based education; preserve the freedom to homeschool; and support parents who choose a home-based education option for their children. Annual Membership Fee - $35
CONTACT: (602) 235-2673, homeschool@afhe.org
WEBSITE: Arizona Families for Home Education, opens a new window
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 2035 Chandler, AZ 85244-2035
HOME SCHOOL LEGAL DEFENSE ASSOCIATION (HSLDA)
Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) is a nonprofit advocacy organization established to defend and advance the constitutional right of parents to direct the education of their children and to protect family freedoms.
TYPE OF GROUP: Homeschool Advocacy Group
AREA: National
EMPHASIS: Christian
FORMAT: HSLDA is a non-profit advocacy organization that makes homeschooling possible by protecting homeschooling families and equipping them to provide the best educational experience for their children. Annual Membership Fee - $130
CONTACT: (540) 338-5600
WEBSITE: HSLDA.org, opens a new window
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 3000, Purcellville, VA 20134
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