SOS home-based education network is an inclusive group, offering support regardless of religion, race, politics, or homeschooling method. We are secular,  meaning not religiously or politically affiliated. Freedom and diversity, open-mindedness and compassion are the qualities we hope to celebrate with our children in our coming together. We offer this site as a gateway to a wealth of helpful information for all home educators, whether just thinking about homeschooling, taking beginning steps, or well on the way on this challenging and rewarding path of homeschooling.


SOS is a member-directed network. Ideas for activities, classes, learning co-ops, field trips and other events may be offered by any member at any time. Any member may take charge of coordinating an event, outing or field trip. We do encourage every member to attend two meetings per month: one family meeting for parents and children, to keep in touch and share experiences; and one parents' meeting, for planning and uninterrupted discussion purposes. Of course, every member is free to choose the level of participation they are most comfortable with. Offer learning opportunities and other ideas according to your family's interests; attend or plan whichever events meet your family's needs.


Please check the Yahoo group calendar before planning or posting. Remember, events or classes may have posted minimums, or maximums, filled on a first-come, first-served basis. All planned events posted to the calendar are open to all. Feel free to invite other friends or family members who are not currently members of SOS to attend events or activities.