Links
State & National Support
Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA)
Questions about the laws around homeschooling? Great resource! Beacon Co-op members SAVE $15 on the HSLDA membership price when you enter our Discount Group code
Go to the Store to purchase STUDENT & TEACHER IDS!
Screen Strong
ScreenStrong is a 501(c)3 non-profit providing alternative ways to raise kids in a screen-dependent world. If you are ready to stop the screen conflicts in your home and prevent screen addiction, we can help.
Through our ScreenStrong program, we empower parents to take the lead and rethink cultural childhood screen trends, rebuild life skills, and reconnect families distracted by screen overuse.
Texas Homeschool Coalition (THSC)
As a THSC Partner Group, we’d like to extend a special invitation to join one of the largest growing homeschool communities in the state! THSC helps to empower member families in their homeschool journey by providing lots of valuable resources, such as:
- Over $600 in discounts on curriculum and homeschooling tools
- Expert homeschool coaches to help answer your questions and provide helpful guidance in a wide range of topics
- Our monthly inspirational Home Educator Express newsletter
- Free Called to Teach Homeschool Convention registration for 2
- Legal advocacy and protection
- Homeschool tools
and much more!
Use this special link to get $20 off an annual membership today!
Save $20 on your membership with THSC.
https://www.joinit.org/o/thsc/8GEbiWvPydE5pGXnz/?discount=txgroups2022
https://thsc.org
Homeschool Resources and Tools
26 Credits Needed for HS Transcripts
Need more information about what credits your HS Student needs? The 7 Sisters Homeschool website has a treasure trove of information. Please always look at the Universities or Colleges that you are planning for their specific requirements as they may be different.
Christian Book
a great place to get Christian books and curriculum
Homeschool Convention: Teach them Diligently
Workshops, Encouragement, Vendors. Usually held in the Spring.
Organized Homeschool Life
Dr. Melanie Wilson, Homeschooled 6 of her own. Planner, organizer and has worked with FLYLADY (another extraordinary organizer). Podcasts, blogs, planners and books.
Science Help - Apologia Bookextras
To access the additional content for your course, please input the Course Password from the introductory pages in your textbook in the textbox to access.
The HomeSchool Mom Homeschooling Resources
a great resource for the homeschooling family
World (Journalism & News)
Biblically objective journalism.
World Watch News
World Watch is also a news report that covers: History, Techonology, Science, Government, World Cultures, and Economics. Daily Episodes, desigend for Christian Homeschools: stream in Ten Minutes
Local Groups and Activities
AAAA Swim NISD
Great local swim team that meets at the NISD Natatorium. Also has branches throughout San Antonio.
Great Homeschool Conventions
Homeschool Convention - Workshops, Vendors and Encouragement. Streaming available.
Homeschool Orchestra & Music Education
H.O.M.E. Music Program for K-12th
Strings, Guitar, Ukulele, Piano and Band*
Please visit our website for class descriptions or call us at: 210-867-1159
NCFCA Christian Speech & Debate League
NCFCA is a Christian Speech & Debate League. Their stated goal is to "challenge and equip ambassadors for Christ to communicate truth with integrity and grace." And we agree!
NorthWest Home Educators
This is a wonderful Christian support group that offers field trips and celebrations, that many of our Beacon Families are a part of.
TrailLife & AHG Troop 2407
Traillife Homeschool Scouts. Troop meets with AHG (American Heritage Girls) and TrailLife off of Boerne Stage Road in Leon Springs.
Track & Cross Country
San Antonio Swift is a nationally ranked and multiple award winning youth Cross Country and Track & Field club. Founded on the principles of honesty, integrity and hard work, Swift has become a premier XC I T&F club in San Antonio, TX. Our experienced coaches train atheletes from the ages of 5-18 to compete at their maximum level.
Not a homeschool team, however some athletes from our group are members!
FEAST (Sports and Support)
Family Educators Alliance of South Texas
is a Christ Centered non-profit organization.
We are called to serve, honor, and glorify God through our year-round services that are dedicated to promote, assist, and inform the families and homeschool support groups in the South Texas Region.
Podcasts
Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network
Podcasts that Educate, Inspire, and Encourage Home Educators