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South Carolina law provides three legal options for home schooling: Statutes 59-65-40, 59-65-45, and 59-65-47 of the Compulsory Attendance law. The full text of the law is found here: www.scstatehouse.net/code/t59c065.htm
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OPTION #1: 59-65-40
South Carolina Department of Education
http://ed.sc.gov/schools
Click on your local school district on the map or click on "Districts & Schools" tab for telephone directory and website of your local school district.
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OPTION #2: 59-65-45
*South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools (SCAIHS)
- 930 Knox Abbott Drive, Cayce, SC 29033
- Phone: (803) 454-0427
- FAX: (803) 454-0428
- Email: scaihs@scaihs.org
- Website: www.scaihs.org
- Services provided by SCAIHS include:
- Curriculum and educational counseling and heart-to-heart encouragement by an experienced staff available from 9:30-5:00, Monday-Friday
- Permanent records for each student
- High School Program including an official transcript, diploma and commencement ceremony
- Special Needs Program
- Curriculum resource room
- Enrichment seminars, informative newsletters, and timely e-mail updates
- SCAIHS provides a Home School Bookstore at its location open to the public. It carries most home-school favorites. Phone (803) 227-BOOK or 227-2665, email HomeSchoolBookstore@scaihs.org .
- For More info click here
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OPTION #3: 59-65-47
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Carolina Foothills Home School Association
Lisa McAbee, Director
PO Box 1137, Inman, SC 29349
Phone/FAX: 864-472-3471
Email: cfha2@juno.com
We accept membership statewide and are not linked to any support group nor do we require any particular faith.
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Grace Home School Association
- Gloria Ferber, Director
- PO Box 12672, Florence, SC 29504
- Phone: 843-667-9777/ Toll-Free: (888) 690-4229/ FAX: 843-667-8833
- Email: Email: contactus@graceemail.org
- Website: www.gracehomeschools.org
- We are statewide and accept members year-round. We have been established since 1993. We offer a transcript service, report cards, student IDs, testing, and hold an annual graduation for our members. The GRACE Resource Center is located at 137 South McQueen Street, Florence. Located near the I-95 and I-20 junction, the resource center offers new and used homeschool books.
- For More info click here
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* Greenwood Christian School Home Educators Association
Melissa Doll, Director
PO Box 49362, Greenwood, SC 29649
Phone: 864-229-9003
Email: admin@gcshea.org
Website: www.gcshea.org
Curriculum educational counseling consulting; Guidance for struggling learners; Strong high school assistance college preparation. Statewide membership; Membership acceptance thru March 15; School records and high school transcripts; Diploma graduation ceremony. Annual workshop; Resource library; Standardized testing administration; 501(c)(3) non-profit organization; Led by experienced home educators.
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CHASE SC – Christian Homeschoolers of South Eastern South Carolina
Ava Miller, Director
172 Johnson Lane Ruffin, SC 29475
Phone: 843-866-7208
Email: CHASESC@chasesc.com
Website: www.chasesc.com
We have lots of great resources for South Carolina homeschoolers. There are over 130 free forms for homeschoolers to use, designed by us at our site. Additionally, we have information on high school transcripts, diplomas, SC Colleges, SAT, PSAT, and the ACT testing. Other great resources available include information on Standardized Testing, Special Needs Homeschoolers, Learning Modalities/Styles and Timelines.
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* Foothills Accountability Association
Kim Williams, Administrator
PO Box 351 Seneca, SC 29679
Phone: (864) 972-2460
Email: briarwd@bellsouth.net
Website: www.scfoothillshomeschool.com
Our group serves Oconee, Pickens, and Anderson counties. Membership dues are $30.00 per year. Additional $5 fee per student for high school students—$20 fee if student is a high school senior. A $10.00 discount is given to members of Tri-County Home Educators support group. Our group offers accountability provided by member volunteers. All members must bring a plan book, portfolio, and progress report to two “check-off” meetings annually, in January and May. Check-off meetings are held in the Seneca and Clemson/Pendleton areas.
For More info click here
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* Palmetto Independent Educators (PIE)
Denise Merchant, Director
P.O. Box 2475, Aiken SC 29802
Contact: Denise Merchant
Phone: 803-643-0807
Email: admin@homeschoolingwithpie.org
Website: www.homeschoolingwithpie.org
PIE was created out of the belief that education should be both affordable and non-intrusive. The purpose of PIE is to provide a legal means to home school your children at a minimal cost to families residing in South Carolina. The office of PIE takes a unique approach to achieving our purpose. Our approach is based on a mutual interest and mutual responsibility between the office of PIE and each member where the administration and its members work together.
The ultimate objective is to provide an association that members are proud to be a part of, where we meet state requirements at a minimum cost to the parent, and where we can find the resources and support we need through affective communication.Timelines
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* Homeward Education Association
Rachel Ward, Administrator
6 Professional Ct. Sumter, SC 29150
Phone: 803-469-4927
Fax: 803-469-4928
Email: homeward@ftc-i.net
Website: www.homewarded.com
For More info click here
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Covenant Ministries
Dr. Donald C. Jolley, Administrator/Principal
524 East Willow Street Scottsboro, Alabama 35768
Phone: 256-259-9449
Email: dr_jolley@scottsboro.org
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Laurens Educational Association Resource Network (LEARN)
Phyllis Borden, Director
1021 Meadowview Drive Gallatin, TN 37066
Phone: 864-684-7373
Email: sistersact2@bellsouth.net
Accepts members statewide. Curriculum guidance available for members. Test administration available for BJU Testing Services.
For More info click here
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Piedmont Home Educators Association (PHEA)
Mark & Martha Freitag, Administrators
115 Buist Avenue, Greenville, SC 29609
Phone: 864-268-6880
Email: phea@att.net
Website: www.phea.org
PHEA provides members a monthly newsletter and offers HSLDA group membership discount.
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First Base Home School Association
K. Nicholas, Director
514 Lewis Lane Summerville, SC 29483
Phone: 843-875-9153
Email: firstbase@sc.rr.com
Website: firstbase_hsa.tripod.com
First Base specializes with home schools in their first and second year only. Our Home School Year is from August 01-July 31 annually.
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New Beginnings Home School Association (NBHSA)
Ann Ashley, Director
975 Bacons Bridge Rd., Unit#148 Summerville, SC 29485-4189
Phone: 843-851-9832 Ext. 09
Email: NewBeginningsSupport@sc.rr.com
Website: home.sc.rr.com/nbhsa
Our association is free. We only accept home school applicants who have home schooled less than 3 years and renewal memberships.
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Insights On Education
Jill Boone, Director
Post Office Box 6702 Greenville, SC 29606
Phone: 864-335-9265
Email: IOE@charter.net
Website: www.InsightsOnEducation.org
Statewide Home School Association - Family Membership of $35 per year which includes all academic transcripts and high school diploma.
For More info click here
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Palmetto Homeschool Association, Inc.
Merritt Morris, Director
P.O. Box 486, Lancaster SC 29721
Phone: 803-285-3916
Email: director@palmettoha.org
Website: www.palmettoha.org
PHA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers member homeschools freedom in choosing methods and materials, and flexibility in testing and school calendars. We also provide a periodic newsletter, legislative and State Department of Education updates, resource handbook, membership certificate, membership cards, limited curriculum counseling, Palmetto Fellows Scholarship application assistance, and an optional transcript and diploma program.
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Parents Association for Christian Education in South Carolina (PACESC)
Phyllis Lowder, Director
PO Box 1767, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
Phone: 843-899-4333
Email: pacesc@pacesc.com
Website: www.pacesc.com
We are a team of dedicated homeschooling families who have a strong commitment to the homeschool movement. Our purpose is to help families build strong foundations in the homeschooling arena by: (1) providing an umbrella organization which allows families to homeschool under SC law Section 59-65-47, (2) be a tool for information, and (3) to give support. Our goal is to provide all of the above at a cost that will not burden our members.
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Academic Advantage Association
Barbara Lopez, Administrator
P.O. Box 806 Lyman, SC 29365
Phone: 864-968-1118
Email: info@aaa-sc.com
Website: www.AAA-SC.com
The basic package of $50 per family will insure that you are in compliance with the state law. The complete package of $100 will entitle you to one free curriculum consultation, free testing (the only cost will be the cost of the tests), graduation service, diplomas, transcripts, and special sale days at Children’s Books.
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P.C.A. Home School Association
A division of Piedmont Christian Academy
Bill Jenkins, Administrator
750 Oil Mill Road Piedmont, SC 29673
Phone: 864-845-5154
FAX: 864-845-4791
Email: pcaboss@yahoo.com
Website: www.mypca.org
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Palmetto State Association of Homeschools
Susan Moore, Administrator
P.O. Box 638 Gaffney, SC 29342
Phone: 864-487-5947
Email: palmettostate@bellsouth.net
Website: www.palmettostate.org
PSAH is administered by a homeschool mom with 12 years of experience, who has a heart for encouraging other homeschooling families. Membership in Palmetto State Association of Homeschools (PSAH) is offered exclusively to residents of the upstate and mid-lands of South Carolina, designated by the 864 or 803 telephone area code. Membership fees are: K-Lite (for 4K and 5K only) $5 annually; Family membership $50 annually. Members receive many benefits including one free curriculum consultation, laminated membership cards, certificate of membership, transcript assistance, access to membership website with downloadable handbook, files and forms helpful to your homeschool. Members are accepted at any time throughout the academic year.
For More info click here
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Vine and Branches Homeschool Association
Melinda Tavernier, Association Director
PO Box 16075 Surfside Beach, SC 29587
Phone: 843-504-8193
Email: community@vine-branches.org
Website: www.vine-branches.org
Vine and Branches is a statewide non-profit organization. We are a Christian organization formed to help families as they begin their homeschooling journey. We offer convenient online registration, testing services, curriculum consultations, a lending library and various workshops. We also have a local representative in the Horry and Georgetown Counties areas. For more information please check our website.
For More info click here
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help Compliance Association
Mary Kay Palyok, Administrator
Post Office Box 61078 Columbia, SC 29260-1078
Phone: 803-695-1282
Email: mike@paltravel.com
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The Upstate Association of Homeschools
Connie Bailey, Executive Director
PO Box 718, Inman, SC 29349
Phone: 864-598-9996 (office voicemail)
FAX: 864-349-2070
Email: UAH@aol.com
Website: www.tuah.org
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Faithful Scholars, LLC
Kate Bach
PO Box 1417 Fort Mill, SC 29715
Phone: 803-548-4202
Email: katie@faithfulscholars.com
For More info click here
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Spartanburg Homeschool Association
Sherry Mayes, Director
4 Lamotte Street Spartanburg, SC 29301
Phone: 864-587-4824
Email: Shahmsc1@msn.com
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LEAH, LLC
Grace Bolin, Director
717 Old Trolley Road, Suite 6304, Summerville, SC 29485
Phone: 843-834-1907; Fax: 866-929-9126
Email: grace@leahsc.com
Website: www.leahsc.com
To offer services and support to homeschooling families, regardless of religious affiliation or ethnic background, needing membership in Homeschool Associations as provided by SC Code Section 59-65-47.
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Accountability Associations (59-65-47) with restricted group membership
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HEART
Jill Brewer, Director
PO Box 2591, Anderson, SC 29622
Email: ahsainfo@charter.net
For members of Anderson Home School Association. Closes 11/30 for membership year.
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SAFE in HERALD 5
Coordinators: Jami Morris & Brooke Cohoon
PO Box 1743, Irmo, SC 29063
Email: cohoons@bellsouth.net
Only for active members of HERALD 5 (Home Educators of Richland and Lexington District 5).
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REACH the TOP
Sabrina Camacho
PO Box 3525, Irmo, SC 29063
Email: RTT@reachgroup.org
Website: www.reachgroup.org
REACH the TOP is a third-option accountability group available to renewing REACH (Resources, Encouragement and Activities for Columbia area Homeschoolers) members only.
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Community Bible Church Christian Academy (CBCCA)
Deborah A. Forschner, Administrator
PO Box 119, Beaufort, SC 29901
Phone: 843-525-0089
Email: deb@wagp.net
Website: www.cbcofbeaufort.org
For members of Community Bible Church only.
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New System School
Karl J. Becker, Headmaster – Officer
Post Office Box 84247
Lexington, SC 29073-4247
Phone: 803-996-0539
Membership Restricted to Jehovah’s Witnesses
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Oconee County Third Option Group (OCTOG)
Kathy K. Carroll, Coordinator
1030 Safety Harbor Road
West Union, SC 29696
Phone: 864-638-5997
Email: kirbycarroll@netzero.com
Members of Oconee County only. Limited membership.
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* HOPE (Homes of Prayerful Education)
Kathy Barker - Director
P.O. Box 793
Belton, SC 29627
Phone: 864-338-0918
Email: hope_director@yahoo.com
Website: www.scchoice.org
You must be a member of CHOICE to become a member of HOPE.
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* Denotes SCHEA Member
