Merced County Homeschool Support Group & Private ISP or PSSP Directory

Merced County Homeschool Support Groups

The most important thing for homeschool success is to surround yourself with like-minded people who share information and resources, answer your questions, and ease your concerns. Your local Homeschool Support Group is where you can get connected with other homeschooling families. To find a Homeschool Support Group near you, simply click on the county where you reside from the list below.

IMPORTANT:  Both Homeschool Support Groups as well as Private Independent Study Programs (ISPs), which are now being called Private School Satellite Programs (PSSPs) to differentiate them from public school programs, are listed in this California Support Group Directory.

What's the difference? In general, Homeschool Support Groups are gatherings of homeschool families who get together for park days and may also organize some field trips and co-op classes. (Some of these groups require a small membership fee, most do not.) Private ISPs or PSSPs are small private schools. Homeschool families may enroll (paying a tuition fee) to receive administrative support and attend support meetings, park days, and events. To help you distinguish Homeschool Support Groups from Private ISPs or PSSPs, the letters (ISP) or (PSSP) have been designated in ITALIC BLACK BOLD CAPS next to the name of the group.

Merced County Directory
of Homeschool Support Groups with Home Study Programs

Central Valley Homeschool Scholars (C.V.H.S.) - Offers monthly co-op meetings that include science and art as well as field trips and quarterly Parent Support Meetings. We are open to all homeschoolers in Los Banos and the surrounding areas of central CA and the Bay Area. You do not have to attend the monthly meetings to participate in the field trips or any of our other special events, all are welcome! Contact: Leah Ramirez or phone 209-752-8888.

Merced Home Learners - An all-inclusive homeschool group that meets for field trips, area activities and PE. Mainly serves the Merced/Atwater area but are open to Stainslaus, Madera, Fresno, and Mariposa County. Contact: Michelle Beutel or join Merced Home Learners Yahoo discussion group.

Saints and Angels Catholic Home Educators of the Central Valley (SACHECV) - Provides support and fellowship for Catholic homeschool families in the central valley. Private membership, no fees. Free activities. Contact: Suzan at 209-669-0777.

Shooting Stars 4-H Club - Daytime co-op 4-H Club that meets in Modesto. All parents help lead a full day of 4-H projects for members ages 3 to 19. Sign-Ups in July/August. Meets on selected Fridays between Aug and May. Members serve as club officers. 4-H strives to help youth grow in the areas of life skills, citizenship/community service, and leadership. Contact: Cheryl Westberg for more info.