Region 1

Appalachian Christian Homeschool Group (Murphy/Cherokee County)
We are a private homeschool group. We serve all homeschool aged children & their families in the Cherokee County, NC area. We offer frequent field trips & gatherings, some geared for differing ages (elementary age parties, teen socials, etc), and support. You can find more information at Appalachian Christian Homeschool Group on Facebook or send us an email: appalachian.christian.homesch@gmail.com
Contact:  Brenda Bryan bbbryan4cm@aol.com
Krystle Donald krystle_donald@yahoo.com
 www.facebook.com/groups/1912505735638445/

This group is for connecting with secular homeschoolers in Rutherford and Polk counties of western NC. We are primarily a social group that offers support and community for homeschooling families. You can request joining by contacting “Barefoot Homeschoolers” on Google groups.

Biltmore Homeschool Ministry (Buncombe County and adjacent counties)
A fun group of over 200 families thrives at Biltmore Church.  We are thankful many families travel from many towns and counties to be a part of our group. We provide enrichment classes, field trips, Moms Night Out, support group, etc.  Our purpose and desire is to provide loving encouragement, quality enrichment and social interaction for students, as well as essential support for parents as they develop their children to Christ-like character; enabling them to stand firm in their belief in the teaching of the Bible as the complete and inerrant Word of God, thereby equipping them to glorify the name of Jesus Christ. Visit www.biltmorehomeschool.com  for full information about our group.
Contact:  Angela Parker homeschool@biltmorechurch.com   

Blackberry Cove Homeschool Co-op (Buncombe County)
www.facebook.com/groups/261799096113667

Brevard Rock Gym (Transylvania County)
Homeschool activities available  Call 828-884-7625

Bryson City Homeschoolers  (Swain County)
www.facebook.com/groups/1420066898249089/

Cashiers-Highlands Christian Homeschoolers (Jackson/Macon County)
Field trips and activities, PE classes at local recreation center, occasional “mom’s night out”, general support and encouragement for homeschooling families. Elementary through high school age students, no membership requirements.
Contact: Christy McKibben  cmckibben6@gmail.com

Classical Conversations Western NC Area Representative
Contact: Jennifer Riels  jriels@classicalconversations.com

Classical Conversations of Andrews (Cherokee County)
Our mission is to know God and make him known! We present math, history, science, grammar, and Latin from a Christian world view. We provide class one day a week for PreK-6th grade but we also have 7th-10th grade classes that meet on campus.
Contact: Bethany Clark  bclark@classicalconversations.com
bethanyclark30@yahoo.com

CC Foundations & Essentials (Cherokee County)
Contact: Brittany Ragon  brittanynragon@gmail.com

Classical Conversations of Arden (Buncombe County)
Long Shoals Baptist Church (meets each Friday)
Contact: Aimee Patterson  aimee@moosepower.net
Aubry Good   aubry_good@yahoo.com

Classical Conversations of Brevard (Transylvania County)
First Baptist Church, Brevard NC on Tuesdays
Contact: Wendy McFarland, BrevardChallengeA@gmail.com

Classical Conversations of Franklin (Macon County)
Meets on Thursdays, and helps provide a classical, Christian, community for preschool through high school.
Contact: ealbers@classicalconversations.com

Classical Conversations of Hendersonville (Henderson County)
Contact: Rebecca Brake  hendersonvilleCC2017@gmail.com

Classical Conversations of Murphy/Marble (Cherokee County)
Contact: Bethany Clark  bclark@classicalconversations.com

Classical Conversations of South Asheville (Buncombe County)
Contact:  Aimee Patterson  aimee@moosepower.net

Classical Conversations of Sylva (Jackson County)
Meets on Fridays, and helps provide a classical, Christian, community for preschool through high school.
Contact: Amanda Steward fiddlingdills@hotmail.com

Classical Conversations of Waynesville (Haywood County)
Currently not meeting, but hoping to start soon!
Contact: ealbers@classicalconversations.com

Classical Foundations of Hendersonville (Henderson County)
Meet in Hendersonville on Mondays and Tuesdays. For 4th – 6th graders.
Visit classicalfoundationshomeschool.com for more information.
Contact:  Eliza Hardin   thehardinfive@gmail.com

Elevate Life & Art is a program that has both homeschool tutorials and after school classes in the arts for ages 3 through adult. We are located downtown Asheville and serve Buncombe County and the surrounding areas.
Visit  www.ElevateLifeAndArt.com or call (828) 318-8895 for more information.
Contact:  info@elevatelifeandart.com

Forest Floor (Buncombe County)
Area served: Asheville
forestfloorasheville.com/homeschool-programs/

Franklin Homegrown Families (Macon County)
Franklin Homegrown Families mainly includes elementary students/middle schoolers and started as a low-key social group. We meet weekly for park/social time, enrichment class, or field trips and activities.
Contact: Jocelyn Lister  bookwormmama57@gmail.com
Kristina Morales  morales.kristina4@gmail.com

Franklin Melting Pot (Macon County)
The Franklin Homeschool Melting Pot is a secular activities group in Franklin, NC (Macon County). We are an open and accepting group wanting to offer the local homeschool community a fun, social outlet to learn. Our activities are geared toward 5th to 12th graders. We are open to new members joining at any time.  There is no fee to join, however, some events (such as field trips, science classes, pool dates, etc.) may require a small fee to participate.  The group operates primarily September through May, however if activities come up during the summer months that the group would like to do together (such as a pool date or movie) or other family events, the information will be sent out.  At the beginning of the month, I put out a calendar of activities. We do not meet on any one particular day.  If you do not see activities that interest your family, I am very eager and open to suggestions and encourage you to be apart of the activities planning. You may contact us through email: franklinhsmeltingpot@gmail.com or gregwalker2@frontier.com . You may also check out our Facebook page at : https://www.facebook.com/groups/FranklinMeltingPot/
Contact: franklinhsmeltingpot@gmail.com
Angie Walker  gregwalker2@frontier.com

Front Porch Classroom (Clay County)
Front Porch Classroom is a free, home school support group for students of all ages, as well as the people who teach them.
Meetings are open to everyone who cares about homeschooling- whether new to the adventure or someone with years of expertise.
We believe each person has a unique perspective and we try to share information, resources, field trips, curriculum, tips, and anything we think will help each other. Activities at regular meetings have included educational speakers, visits from Veterans, book sharing, arts and crafts and small field trips around the county. A couple of fun, pot-luck picnics are usually held each year, too, but no one is ever required to participate in any event or activity.
This group is open to anyone in Clay County as well as the surrounding counties of western North Carolina and north Georgia. 
Area(s) Served: Clay County, Hayesville, North Georgia counties
Contact: Lorrie Ross at 828-389-8455  lorrieaross@gmail.com
Stacey Owens-Molton at 828-389-6119  staceyowens22@yahoo.com
Samantha Anderson

Admins: Candra Campbell, Rachel Buller, Christa Blackman, Danielle Olsen

HARC (Homeschool Association of Rutherford/Polk Counties)
Welcome to HARC – The homeschooling support group for families in Rutherford County and surrounding areas. We are a non-profit educational-support organization that approaches homeschooling from a Christian perspective. People of all faith backgrounds are welcomed to join, but we do aim to carry out activities in accordance with Biblical standards.
Area(s) Served: Rutherfordton, Bostic, Union Mills, Forest City, Columbus, Ellenboro; We are open to all Rutherford and Polk County residents. We also have accepted Cleveland County residents.
Visit www.harchomeschool.org for more information.
Contact: Eddie Reynolds  reynoldstec2@yahoo.com
info@harchomeschool.org
HARC – Homeschool Association of Rutherford/Polk Counties
PO Box 904
Forest City, NC 28043
https://www.facebook.com/groups/308669219794426

Haywood Christian Home Educators (Haywood County)
Newsletter, co-op groups, group graduation, group classes, talent show.
Area(s) Served: Balsam, Lake Junaluska, Waynesville, Canton, Clyde
Contact:  hchemail@haywoodhomeschoolers.org

Haywood Homeschool Connection (Haywood County)
www.facebook.com/groups/1659562784261697/
Contact: Sharon DeGrasse  DeGrasseFamily@gmail.com

Haywood Haven (Haywood County)
Contact: Melanie Williams  info@HaywoodHaven.org

Henderson County Homeschool Association
Henderson County Homeschool Association (HCHA) is a cooperative support organization for homeschooling families which provides a wide range of benefits and opportunities for its members. HCHA membership is open to all homeschoolers, but as a Christian organization we embrace traditional biblical values and viewpoints. Drawing from the gifts and talents of our member families, HCHA offers encouragement, academic and social activities, and resources to promote excellence and integrity in homeschooling. Visit https://www.homeschool-life.com/222/ for more information.
HCHA Board of Directors –  hchomeschoolassociation@gmail.com
HCHA Membership Director  – hchamembership@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/hendersoncountyhomeschoolassociation

Hendersonville NC Area Homeschoolers (Henderson County)
This Facebook page is for homeschoolers in and around the Hendersonville, NC area to connect.  www.Facebook.com/groups/604489552915676/

Home School Partners (Henderson County)
Home School Partners offers 30+ Christian-worldview dual enrollment college credits in high school (in person in Hendersonville, or online).  Fun, engaging, trustworthy classes, meeting live once per week, with organized assignments and help for students from instructor Scott Clifton.
homeschoolpartners.net
Contact: Scott Clifton  scott@homeschoolpartners.net

IGNITE Hybrid Homeschool Community (Henderson/Transylvania)
IGNITE Hybrid Homeschool Community has a location in both Hendersonville and Brevard. We are a once per week class option for students in 4th-12th grade. IGNITE strives to be a safe and encouraging environment for all students. There are a variety of classes to choose from both in person and online.
http://www.ignitehomeschool.org
Contact: Amanda Mohammed 828-974-2826   ignitehomeschool2020@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1086838681739109

Kids Today, Leaders Tomorrow Homeschool Group (Cherokee County)
This is a free group focusing on educational field trips & classes, local community service, and fun & fellowship within our homeschool community. We’re located in Cherokee County & serving any homeschoolers around our area.
Contact: Harmony Tersanschi  harmony.tersanschi@gmail.com

Macon County, NC Homeschoolers
www.facebook.com/groups/362434417159957/

Macon GEMS (Growing, Educating, Mentoring, Supporting) Co-op (Franklin/Macon County)
Once a week class(es) and activities for ages 5-17. Classes run on a semester schedule.
Area(s) Served: Franklin, Otto, Highlands, Scaly Mountain, northern Rabun County (Georgia)
Contact: Kate Greenley  greenlady1421@hotmail.com
Miranda Downs miranda.downs11@gmail.com
Jerri Neal jerrisneal.5865@gmail.com

North Point Baptist Homeschool Ministry (Weaverville/Buncombe County)
Our ministry consists of Christian families who support and encourage one another in their efforts to home educate and train up their child(ren). There are many opportunities for friendships to be developed and fellowship to take place with field trips, Mom’s Night and workshop classes.
As part of our ministry, we offer workshop (co-op) classes twice a year for twelve weeks. Since we are a true co-op, we require parent participation throughout. Our classes are meant to be challenging, uplifting and of good quality. The classes are meant to supplement, support and encourage but not replace, what is being learned at home. You must have at least one school-aged child to participate. Visit http://www.northpointbaptist.org for more information.
Contact: Kristi Bailey  chkrb@msn.com

Parents Educating Children at Home (PEACH) (Hayesville/Clay County)
Contact: Janann Fine  janannfine@msn.com

Plateau Homeschoolers (Transylvania County/Macon County)
Homeschool group for Highlands, Cashiers, Sapphire area families. We meet monthly for fun field trips.
Contact: Erin Carter Esslagle@yahoo.com  

Smoky Mountain Eclectic Unschoolers (Sylva/Jackson County)
This group is for homeschoolers in the Smoky Mountains. We have no religious affiliation, and all religions (or lack thereof) are welcome. Although our group focuses on eclectic unschooling, all styles of homeschoolers are welcome. This group is for supporting each other on our homeschooling journey.
Contact: Kalindi Conaway  kalindiconaway108@gmail.com
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/231593824031352/

Smoky Mountain Homeschool Fair and Book Sale:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/124018654292119

Swain County Homeschoolers
Holli Taylor  hollitaylor@ymail.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/827964544448932 

Sylva Homeschool Cooperative (Jackson County)
Meets weekly for play time and we have regular field trips along with other activities.
Sierra Orr  sylvahomeschoolcoop@gmail.com
 https://www.facebook.com/groups/1110566383032199

Transylvania County Homeschoolers
Support groups and field trips. Visit Facebook page for more information.
Area(s) Served: Brevard and surrounding areas; Southern Jackson, Henderson, Buncombe Counties
Contact: Elizabeth Jennings Elzjenns@gmail.com
  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1865799933652463

WNC Homeschool Co-op (Buncombe/Madison/Haywood Counties)
We are a secular group that meets in person regularly. We offer a range of classes and activities for kids. Our age range currently is 3 to 12 but we are open to older or younger children as well.
Area(s) served: Buncombe county, Madison county, Haywood county and surrounding area
Contact: Brianna Echerd  fullmoonlifecoaching@gmail.com

WNC Homeschoolers  (NCHE Region 1)
https://www.facebook.com/wnchomeschoolers/

WNC Homeschoolers (NCHE Region 1) Email Group
There is a very active online email Group that you can join. You will find a lot of information on our area, be able to ask questions and just stay informed.
https://groups.io/g/WNC-Homeschoolers

WNC Tween/Teen Homeschoolers
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1592215557740745

YMCHE (Young Macon County Home Educators)
We meet 3 or 4 times during the school year, usually for a Mom’s Night Out. We have a curriculum review meeting in the Spring where we meet to show curriculum we use and like or even what we didn’t like. Mainly for parents of students 12 years old & under, but any homeschooling parents are welcome!  We meet to encourage each other on our homeschooling journey.
Contact: Jocelyn Lister  bookwormmama57@gmail.com
Kate Greenley  greenlady1421@hotmail.com