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SUPPORT GROUPS, CO-OPS & LEARNING CENTERS

FACES, Inc.
County Served: Hamilton
Contact Person(s): Vanessa Alexander
Comments: FACES (Fishers Adolescent Catholic Enrichment Society, Inc.) offers social, academic and spiritual oppotunities for Catholic homeschool teens. Social events occur monthly and we only offer classes that work better with a group or are difficult to offer at home.

 

Hamilton County Homeschoolers (HCHS)
County Served: Hamilton County
Contact Person(s): Jessica and Tami
Group Info File: Hamilton County Homeschoolers (HCHS)
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Description: Contact info for HCHS File can be accessed by IndianaHomeschoolers list subscribers. Go to http://www.IndianaHomeschoolers.com to subscribe.
Web Site: http://www.geocities.com/jessradtke/HCHS.html
Comments: HCHS is an inclusive support group for homeschoolers and unschoolers in and around the Hamilton County Indiana area. HCHS is a completely member-led group. Meetings are held the first and third Thursday of every month. We also have a variety of activities in between meetings. To join our members-only e-mail list, send an introductory e-mail to Jessica or Tami.

 

Oxford Learning Center
County Served: Hamilton, Marion, Boone
Contact Person(s): Kevin Klee
Phone: 317.844.6565
Web Site: http://oxfordlearning.com/
Comments: Thinking and Learning Skills When you come down to it, academic success is largely about how well a child thinks and integrates new information. Oxford Learning's program develops a child s general thinking and learning skills. We teach young students how to analyze information, think figuratively, use mental aids and integrate new information to build on what they already know. No other program is geared to developing these core skills that form the bedrock of the deep-seated confidence needed to do well academically. Our teachers impart to students the importance of paying attention to the learning process, seriously questioning new information and checking that it makes sense. With these new skills, Oxford Learning students tackle the academic basics and curriculum materials with confidence.

 

Pilgrims in Progress
County Served: Hamilton (also Boone, Marion, Hancock)
Contact Person(s): Toni Hughes Graff
Phone: 317.388.9622
Comments: We are a Christian homeschool cooperative consisting of up to 15 families. We meet near 136th/Merdian. Since 1991, we've remained a hands on learning co-op for children from K-12. Mom's participate in the teaching weekly on Thursdays Sept.-April. We include field trips etc... We currently have openings for families which include children in the middle school grades.

 

Roots and Wings: A Northside Homeschooling Cooperative
County Served: Hamilton
Contact Person(s): Cara Lyons and Michele Turner
Web Site: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Roots_and_Wings_Co-op/
E-mail Address(es): Roots_and_Wings_Co-op-owner@yahoogroups.com
Comments: To provide a community of support for homeschooling families on the north side of Indianapolis who are seeking to enrich their children's social and learning experiences through regular activities and a learning cooperative. Though secular in our approach, we are an inclusive group who welcomes diversity. Roots and Wings accommodates families with children of all ages!

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E-MAIL DISCUSSION LISTS

There are several good regional and statewide e-lists for homeschoolers throughout the state of Indiana. Because of the always changing nature of many lists, it's hard to keep up with them. If you are interested in finding a more specific or focused e-list, we suggest you search YahooGroups. You might also want to ask around on the IndianaHomeschoolers List for recommendations. IndianaHomeschoolers is the largest networking e-list in the state, and the best place to find answers to most all homeschooling questions.

 

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LIBRARIES

Indiana State Library Web Sites
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HOMESCHOOL SPORTS

Adamson's Karate Studio
County Served: Hamilton (Boone, Hendrick and Johnson)
Contact Person(s): Heather Adamson
Phone: 317.844.0657
Web Site: http://adamsonkarate.com
Comments: "Our mission is to progressively challenge our students in an environment that emphasizes goal setting, group/personal discipline, mental focus, physical fitness, personal character and EXCELLENCE through detailed Martial Arts training"

 

Starz Diving Club - Noblesville
County Served: Hamilton
Contact Person(s): Rebekah Hartley
Phone: 765.614.0091
Web Site: http://www.starzdiving.com
Comments: Starz Diving Club - Noblesville offers diving lessons to ages 5-18 in all levels from dive safe recreation to elite travel team. All Starz coaches are AAU and USA Diving certified as well as CPR and First Aid certified. Free trial lessons are available.

 

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OTHER RESOURCES

 

Meridian Music County Served: Hamilton Location: 12725 Old Meridian Street, Carmel, IN 46032 Contact Person(s): Hillary Blake, Director of Education Phone: 317.575.9588 Web Site: http://www.MeridianMusic.com Comments: Learn to play! Meridian Music's second floor houses 15 private studios, 2 state of the art group classrooms, and a brand new recital hall. Meridian Music offers private lessons on every instrument including voice. We also have wonderful group classes for children as young as 18 months to adult. Lessons and classes are available Monday-Saturday. Mornings, afternoons, and evenings are available. For more information, please contact Hillary Blake, Director of Education by e-mail or call 317.575.9588.

 

The Home School Exchange
County Served: Hamilton
Contact Person(s): Tina Pavich
Phone: 317.877.8161
Web Site: http://www.thehomeschoolexchange.come
Comments: This unique web site provides a forum to exchange information and ideas regarding your homeschooling needs. It is a one-stop shop to find tips, ideas and information for home educators.

 

International Business Language Culture Institute
County Served: Hamilton (Marion)
Contact Person(s): Blake
Phone: 866.758.3841
Web Site: http://www.KanjiCamp.info
Comments: The International Business Language & Culture Institute is an extended learning program outside regular business and school systems aimed at building the academic and professional excellence in the Japanese language. With specialty in developing personal capacity of promising youth through additional and enriched learning opportunities in the Japanese or English languages. Focused on the vital questions about how to optimize young person s development in Japanese and inspire them to achieve personal and professional excellence, the tutoring programs offers varying levels of instruction of the Japanese language and culture to American students that is applicable to real-world environments. Additionally, the school teaches English as a Second Language and English for Professional Purposes to Asian students and other non-American nationalities.

 

JCC Fitness Center
County Served: Marion/Hamilton
Contact Person(s): Ruth Shirley
Phone: 317.251.9467
Web Site: http://www.JCCindy.org
Comments: The JCC, located at 6701 Hoover Rd., Indianapolis, is a community center dedicated to enriching the lives of the people in our community regardless of social, economic, or religious background. The JCC is a full fitness facility and offers a wide range of educational, fitness, and social programming for all ages. Many programs and activities are open to nonmembers. Members can enjoy the fitness center, other programs, and discounted rates on programs/classes.

 

Monart Drawing Schools
County Served: Boone & Hamilton County
Resource Contact: Barb Hegeman
Resource Contact E-mail: 317.774.3729
Resource Web Address: http://www.indydrawingschool.com
Comments: Learn to draw at the Monart Drawing Schools located in Noblesville, Carmel, Fishers, and Zionsville. Monart Drawing Schools create a peaceful atmosphere where students can experience the joy of artistic expression. We teach students how to draw based on the Monart method described in the books Drawing with Children and Drawing for Older Children and Teens, by Mona Brooks. We are offering classes during the daytime hours for homeschoolers at all of our locations or can schedule special classes based on your needs.

 

Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding Center
County Served: Boone/Hamilton
Contact Person(s): Blair McKissock
Phone: 317.769.5161
Web Site: http://www.morningdovetrc.org
Comments: Morning Dove provides Equine Assisted services to children with and with out disabilities. We also offer community education programs for home school groups developed around horses including composting and physics. Our programs are listed in the Hamiliton County Parks and Recreation summer guide as well as our web site. We can create custom acedemic or leadership based programs using horses in partnership for any group. Call for information.

 

Museums Carmel Clay Historical Museum County Served: Hamilton (Marion and nearby counties) Contact Person(s): Tom Rumer Phone: 317.846.7117. Web Site: http://www.carmelclayhistory.org/ Comments: The Monon Depot Museum., at 211 First Street SW (one block south of Main Street on the Monon Trail) is open all year every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9-12, and 1-5. From March through November, it is also open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1 - 4 p.m. Open at other times by special appointments. Call 317-846-7117. Nearby Museum of Miniature houses, parking and restaurants within walking distance The museum is housed in the former Monon Railroad depot built in 1883. Exhibits include many aspects of local history, from the founding of the village of Bethlehem (Carmel), to the mid twentieth century. There are also displays of railroad artifacts and memorabilia. [0804]   The Museum Of Miniature Houses & Other Collections County Served: Hamilton (Marion and nearby counties) Contact Person(s): Ellen Bilo Phone: 317.575.9466 Web Site: http://www.museumofminiatures.org/ Comments: Wonderful Museum containing 6 rooms of dollhouses, vignettes and roomboxes , artist miniatures and changing displays of other collections. Open Wed-Sat 11-4 Sun 1-4.Plenty of nearby parking , restaurants and nice Carmel Clay History museum within walking distance . Admission fees $4.00 for adults, $2.00 for children which includes treasure hunt. [0804]

 

Performing Arts Arts Alive, Inc. County Served: Madison (also Delaware, Hamilton, Henry) Contact Person(s): Sue Anderson Phone: 765.552.9991 Web Site: http://artsaliveindiana.org Comments: Arts Alive is a collaboration between Wilson's Boys and Girls Club and Life Learning Center of Anderson. We provide performance based education (workshops) and develop performances within the greater Madison County area. Most of our activities are geared toward homeschool families. We believe that active engagement in the cultural arts strengthens our citizens and the communities they live in. See our web site for information on events, classes and workshops.   Indiana Young Men's Chorus County Served: Hamilton, Marion, Boone Contact Person(s): Marie Palmer Phone: 317.698.8665 Comments: All male choir called "Momentum" for grades 6-12. Using music for community service, cultural awareness, character development, and creative expression. Wide variety of repertoire specifically for young men. Rehearsals at Meridian Music in Carmel, IN on the first and third Monday of each month.

 

Teachers / Tutors Kimberly Hill: Licensed Teacher/Tutor County Served: Hamilton Contact Person(s): Kimberly Hill Phone: 317.379.3204 Comments: Need a tutor who is a licensed teacher?!? I am a teacher living in the Fishers, IN area. I am interested in tutoring homeschoolers. I am licensed to teach in the following areas: 1st-6th all subject areas and 7th-9th science and French. I can meet groups at the Fishers or Noblesville public libraries. The starting rate is $35/hour. If you are interested, please email me. I can forward to you my resume with references if interested. Thank you!! 071002   Moriah Music County Served: Hamilton Contact Person(s): Cynthia Baney Phone: 317.657.3500 Web Site: http://moriahmusic.com Comments: Award winning author, composer and music educator, Cynthia Ensign Baney, founded Moriah Music--a multifaceted organization devoted to stimulating the child's imagination and creativity through music. Moriah Music also provides innovative children's programming and teacher workshops, moriah music seeks to strengthen the quality of adult/child interaction through the joy of shared music experiences. She is also the author of several award winning musicals performed in the summer in which parents can enroll their children. Ask about our Early Childhood Educational Music CD.

 

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