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There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly.
~ Buckminster Fuller
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Georgia Email Lists, Support Groups, Message Boards, Forums and Newsletters (I - R)
- JCHE - To increase communication between homeschoolers in the Jackson, GA area. Sponsored by JCHE (Jackson Christian Home Educators)
- To Subscribe, visit JCHE.
- LightSuppGrp - The purpose of this elist is to provide members of LIGHT with time-sensitive information that cannot wait for the newsletter. This egroup is restricted to members of LIGHT, but messages are not moderated.
LIGHT is a Christian organization that is dedicated to the support of Godly home teaching of children. Our purpose is to provide encouragement, prayerful support, and communication among all home educating families; information on teaching techniques and curriculum; coordination of group activities, and monitoring of legislation relating to home study programs. LIGHT membership is open to all interested home educators regardless of their religions, but all should understand that the meetings and activities will often reflect a distinctively Christian emphasis and flavor.
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- To Subscribe, visit LightSuppGrp.
- Madison_Co_Christian_Homeschoolers (Madison Co. Christian Homeschoolers) - This group provides support, encouragement, and activities for homeschoolers in and around Madison County, GA. (Please note: this is located in Madison COUNTY, not the city of Madison.) Although we welcome members of any background, this group will primarily reflect a Judeo-Christian belief and worldview.
We have a regular playgroup every 1st and 3rd Wednesday morning (weekly during the summer). It's a wonderful time for the kids to play, the teens to hang out and play games, and for the moms to get some much-needed adult conversation and encouragement! We have children and teens of all ages.
All homeschoolers in the Madison County, GA area are welcome. When you join this group, you will receive an email asking you to answer a few simple questions. This helps ensure that our members are legitimate and discourages spammers.
We encourage new members to post an introduction to the group. We would like to get to know you!
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- To Subscribe, visit Madison_Co_Christian_Homeschoolers.
- NorthGaHomeEducators (North Ga Home Educators) - This is a group site dedicated to the homeschooling families of North Georgia. This eloop is Christian based and will uphold the values that are important to us as Christians. Information relevant to homeschooling our children is of great importance to all and is welcomed. This is not intended to be a forum for debate of political, religious or denominational issues. Such posts will be deleted and repeat postings of these topics will result in a member being banned. Keeping our focus on our children and how we may use this page as a tool for furthering their education is our primary goal. Thanks for your participation.
- To Subscribe, visit NorthGaHomeEducators.
- NWGAhomeschooledteens (NWGA Homeschooled Teens) - This is an email list for social events and field trips for Homeschooled Teens in NW GA - including but not limited to Cobb, Cherokee, Paulding & Bartow Counties. This list is not a homeschooling support group. ~ Sharon & Kathleen
- To Subscribe, visit NWGAhomeschooledteens.
- NWGeorgiaandChattanoogaHomeschoolers (NW Georgia & Chattanooga Homeschoolers) - This email list was creative to serve homeschooling families in the northwest Georgia and Chattanooga area. Please feel free to introduce yourself, announce activities you know about, ask questions, and offer support.
At present this is an email loop only. It could become more than that, if someone comes forward offering to coordinate play dates, field trips or other activities.
Express opinions respectfully (no flaming.)
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- To Subscribe, visit NWGeorgiaandChattanoogaHomeschoolers.
- NWGeorgiaHomeEducators (North West Georgia Home Educators) - North West Georgia Home Educators is an intra-denominational Christian Homeschool Group whose purpose is to promote a fun but family oriented learning and fellowship environment, providing encouragement to our members and their families. The way we intend to do this is through Co-Operative Learning Experiences, field trips and non-traditional learning experiences. The ages for children participating in these activities is from four years old to teenagers, with nursery care available for younger children. While our homeschooling group is based in Pickens County, families from all over North West Georgia (Gilmer, Cherokee, Fannin, and etc.) are welcome to join our Group.
For more information, visit North West Georgia Home Educators.
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- To Subscribe, visit NWGeorgiaHomeEducators.
- OACHE (Ogeechee Area Christian Home Educators) - Ogeechee Area Christian Home Educators (OACHE) is a Christian home school support group serving Bulloch County, Georgia, and surrounding counties. This website serves as an informational resource for OACHE members.
- To Subscribe, visit OACHE.
- Operation_Homeschool (Operation: Homeschool) - If you are serious about home education, and you live in the Polk County area, we'd like to have you.
This group was designed for those that are serious about home education. If you are looking for a play group only, we ask that you visit the appropriate board for your area.
Although we understand the need for children to make new friends and have social interaction, education comes first.
We have a combination of 12 years of home education experience, dealing with a variety of grade levels, cirriculums, and electives to provide plenty of help and support for those that are new to the homeschooling experience, as well as the veteran home educator.
Please be aware that, although we are not affliated with any religious group or organization, there may be times when different events will be held at area churches.
We have few rules to follow, but we do expect everyone to follow them. You must agree to the rules of the group before membership can be approved.
Unschooling, eclectic education and relaxed learning are NOT supported by this group.
We believe that homeschooled children should have a structured, disciplined, and well planned learning environment.
We will NOT tolerate discrimination based on race, religion or political view.
For a copy of the rules, contact the owner, or visit us at the related link shown at the bottom of this page.
For more information, visit operationhomeschool wiki.
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- To Subscribe, visit Operation_Homeschool.
- PEACHBuySell - This is a buy/sell e-mail loop for the benefit of parents involved with Parent Educator's Association for Children at Home (PEACH). All sales and transactions are at your own risk and neither the moderator nor PEACH assume any liability for transactions resulting from posts on this loop.
For more information, visit PEACH Homeschoolers Association of Gwinnett County.
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- To Subscribe, visit PEACHBuySell.
- PeachCobblers (The Peach Cobblers) - This group is for homeschoolers and families inspired by Waldorf methods living in Georgia.
- To Subscribe, visit PeachCobblers.
- PEACHHomeschool (a list for the P.E.A.C.H h.s. network) - This is an email loop for participants of Parent Educator's Association for Children at Home (PEACH). The group is located primarily in Gwinnett County, GA. This list is to keep those subscribed, updated on field trips, park days, homeschool political concerns, conferences, etc.
This loop is not intended as a place to advertise products or promote individual businesses. For Sale and Want to Buy items may be posted at PEACHBuySell. If you are looking for a way to support or promote the business of a homeschooling family, check out our database.
For more information, visit PEACH Homeschoolers Association of Gwinnett County.
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- To Subscribe, visit PEACHHomeschool.
- Pickenshomeschooler (Pickens County Homeschoolers) - This is a homeschooling support group for Pickens County homeschoolers and surrounding counties in North Georgia. We have various activities each month to meet the needs of all ages in our homeschool community. We offer preschool playdates, park days for older children, mom's night out, field trips, parties, community projects, sports, unit studies, curriculum help, and online support.
There are no membership fees and no specific requirements to participate in our group. We are a very casual group, giving you the opportunity to join us for one activity each month or all activities every month; whatever meets your particular needs. We are here to help you as you teach your children.
Many lasting friendships are formed as our children grow up together. Won't you be a part of our growing family?
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- To Subscribe, visit Pickenshomeschooler.
- Pierian Springs Home School Group, Sandy Springs, GA - Our primary interest is to offer classes, clubs and leadership opportunities for middle and high school home schooled students. Our classes are non-sectarian and we bring in highly qualified subject area experts to teach courses from college prep composition to chemistry, philosophy, latin and AP calc. We also offer open gym time, a student lounge, and the ability for students to go through the GAC accreditation program if they desire.
- For more information, visit Pierian Springs.
- Polk_County_Home_School_Group (Polk County Home School Group) - Welcome to the Polk County (and surrounding areas of Georgia) Home School Group! We are families who strive to do everything in the best interest of our children, thus any activities, field trips, meetings, etc. will be geared toward being kid friendly. We also have strong beliefs in Christianity but do not claim one certain denomination but hold an individual relationship with Jesus Christ our Saviour and God our Creator. This is not just a cyber group, we also physically get together for meetings, learning activities, field trips, etc. To join the group we only ask that you at least be respectful of the other member's views/beliefs, read the rules below and send an email with "I agree"(stating that you agree with and will abide by rules) in the body along with your name, as your signature, to Polk_County_Home_School_Group-owner@yahoogroups.com.
Group Rules
- Be respectful of personal views, beliefs, teaching methods, etc.
- No flaming/No gossiping
- No profanity/vulgarness, nudity, no alcoholic beverages at group functions
- Try to keep on topic (ie; homeschooling, family, etc.) as much as possible and for the few off topic threads Please label with OT in front of the title.
- Any messages that do NOT abide by the above rules may be deleted with discretion used by the group moderators
- Please set your email settings to special notices.
- These rules may be added to or revised at any time but notices will be emailed to members or posted on the group if/when this happens.
- To Subscribe, visit Polk_County_Home_School_Group.
- raisingexplorers (W. Cobb Home School Raising Explorers) - Home Study, Home School, Unschool group for meets and discussions in the West Cobb, East Paulding and Surrounding Area.
The group is open to any type of home study folks. This includes, but is not limited to, traditional home schoolers, unschoolers, deschoolers, eclectic home schoolers and anyone else who had to file a "Declaration of Intent" & send in monthly attendance forms to the home study office. It also includes folks who are considering Home Study for their children and would like to learn more or meet up with some more experienced folks before they decide. The group also has no religious affiliation, no statement of faith, and doesn't intend to change.
Remember: The sun doesn't rise to hear the rooster crow. We all know your way is the best way, so there's no need to push it. Feel free to be open about your decision, activities, etc. But, there's no need to make yourself out to be like the Queen (or King) of England. I don't have a bunch of lame rules. But, I do expect folks to treat each other with respect and to have an open mind. This group is open to and shows respect to a diverse variety of folks. That's what makes it cool.
For more information, visit Raising Explorers @ The Whild Child Reserve.
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- To Subscribe, visit raisingexplorers.
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This is an ongoing project - please check back often for updates.
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Georgia Atlas & Gazetteer
DeLorme
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| The first choice of outdoors enthusiasts. Beautiful, detailed, large-format maps of every state. Perfect for home and office reference, and a must for all your vehicles.
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The Student Bible Atlas
by Tim Dowley
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| Describes and details the many journeys included in the Bible and puts into context the important geographical places mentioned.
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Family Matters
Why Homeschooling Makes Sense
David Guterson
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| Guterson, a high school English teacher and renowned author, makes a well-reasoned case for accepting parents as their children's chief educators after a year homeschooling his own child.
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Birds of Georgia
by John W. Parrish Jr.
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| Lots of pictures and very informative. Easy to find the bird you're looking for.
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P Is For Peach
A Georgia Alphabet
by Carol Crane
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| As you travel through the Okefenokee Swamp, keep an eye out for Tiger Swallowtails and Brown Thrashers, and be sure to pick some Yellow Confederate Daisies before taking a nap under a Live Oak Tree. This is the Georgia that becomes a wondrous reality within the beautiful rhyming verses of Carol Crane and the colorful images of Mark Braught.
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The Georgia Coast
Waterways and Islands
by Nancy Schwalbe Zydler
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| The Georgia Coast: Waterways and Islands is a new kind of boater's guide to the intricate, unspoiled, and exciting coast of Georgia. The guide describes the flora and fauna of varied rich ecosystems as you travel through the natural and human history of over 1,500 miles of waterways.
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For The Children’s Sake
Foundations of Education for Home and School
by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
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| A book about what education can be--for your child, in your home, and in your school. It is based first on a Christian understanding of what it means to be human--to be a child, a parent, a teacher--and on the Christian meaning of life. At the same time it is deeply practical.
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National Geographic Our Fifty States
by Mark H. Bockenhauer
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| This visually appealing book is organized by regions: the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, and West, with a map of each region and a short history.
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Peterson First Guide to Clouds and Weather
by John A. Day, Vincent J. Schaefer
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| This Peterson First guide contains easy-to-understand answers to questions about the weather, such as why the sky is blue, what makes it rain, and what causes rainbows. The book also features 116 color photographs that show how to identify clouds, with explanations of what each cloud type tells about the weather to come.
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