Whether you’re brand‑new to homeschooling or a seasoned parent‑teacher, finding a supportive co‑op can turn your year from “just fine” to fantastic. These groups give your kids the social buzz they crave, open doors to hands‑on learning, and help you find your tribe of like‑minded families.
In our little corner of Colorado—Monument, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Teller County, and Douglas County—you’ll find a blend of tuition‑free hybrid programs, parent‑run co‑ops, nature schools, and faith‑based communities ready to welcome you.
Think of this as your bee‑line map to local homeschooling magic .
Welcome to the Colorado Homeschool Adventure
Whether you’re just starting or are a seasoned veteran, this guide gives you the foundation to thrive. Discover how to:
Navigate Colorado’s homeschool laws and calendar
Connect with groups, co‑ops & support across the state
Access curriculum help, social opportunities & field trips
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Key Homeschool Resources in Colorado
CHEC (Christian Home Educators of Colorado)
The cornerstone resource for statewide homeschoolers since 1990, offering:
Intro seminars, conferences (e.g., Rocky Mountain Homeschool Conference), curriculum fairs, speller bees, civics days
A searchable directory of 80+ local groups, co‑ops & enrichment programs (EC, Parker, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Teller & Douglas Counties included) research.ppld.org+12Christian Home Educators of Colorado+12Christian Home Educators of Colorado+12TheHomeSchoolMom+1homeschoolingincolorado.com+1Christian Home Educators of Colorado
Helpful online materials, a magazine, podcasts, and legal support Christian Home Educators of ColoradoChristian Home Educators of Colorado
Rocky Mountain Education Connection (RMEC)
Provides a comprehensive look at Colorado homeschool law via the “Rookie Workshop” plus secular and Christian educational options for new families dmns.org+4TheHomeSchoolMom+4Christian Home Educators of Colorado+4.
Colorado Department of Education
Maintains a vetted list of co‑ops, umbrella schools, enrichment programs like Alpine International Prep Academy and APEX Homeschool Program options.cherrycreekschools.org+4Colorado Department of Education+4research.ppld.org+4.
Local Enrichment Centers
Catamount Institute runs outdoor education, OWL programs, and group field trips fourmilepark.org+3research.ppld.org+3research.ppld.org+3
Legacy Academy, AIPA, APEX, and Thrive Home School Academy offer tuition‑free enrichment weekly and supporting parents across Colorado Springs, Elizabeth, Longmont and beyond thesummitacademysouth.org+8legacyk8.org+8apexhomeschool.org+8
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NOVEMBER HOMESCHOOL EVENTS & FIELD TRIPS (CO)
🛰️ Homeschool Days: “Mars Rovers” — Space Foundation Discovery Center (COS)
Date/Time: Wed Nov 5, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Ages: K–12 (families welcome)
Price: Non-member $15 first child, $12 each additional; Passport Members: Free (includes full-day admission)
RSVP: Space Foundation event page & registration. Space Foundation Discovery Center+1
🧭 Homeschool Day – “Artifact Analysis” — Western Museum of Mining & Industry (COS)
Date/Time: Wed Nov 12, 1:00–2:30 PMAges: Program designed for roughly 3rd–5th grade (siblings welcome; supervising adult required)
Price: Listed at registration (see event page)
RSVP: WMMI event page (includes Register Here link). Western Museum of Mining and Industry+1
🦒 Hands-On Homeschool: “Rooted in Wildlife” — Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (COS)
Date/Time: Fri Nov 21, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Ages: Elementary & Middle School
Price: Posted during registration
RSVP: CMZoo program listing (scroll to Nov 2025). CMZoo
🐝 Thrive HSA Community Holiday Craft Fair (Homeschool Community) — Colorado Springs
Date/Time: Sat Nov 1, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Ages: All ages (family-friendly)
Price: Fair admission typically free; vendor fees vary
RSVP: Thrive HSA event page. Thrive Home School
🏛️ Molly Brown House Museum — Homeschool Day (Denver)
Date: Early Nov (museum & CHEC list Nov 6 as the date; confirm time on registration)
Ages: Program varies by theme; elementary–middle friendly
Price: Posted at checkout
RSVP: Molly Brown Homeschool Days page; CHEC calendar also lists it. Molly Brown House Museum+1
🏞️ Garden of the Gods — School Field Trips (great for co-ops)
Season: Through Thu Nov 20 (Fall 2025 season)
Times: Typically 10:00 AM (plus 12:00 PM Thu sessions); group reservations required
Ages/Price: Group packages; see details
RSVP: Field-trip info & scheduling pages. gardenofgods.com+1
🧪 Bonus STEM @ Space Foundation (Homeschool-Friendly) — Colorado Springs
Cool Science (Sat experience): Sat Nov 15, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM — included with general admission
Nikola Tesla’s Toolbox (maker workshop): Sat Nov 22 — times on listing
RSVP: Discovery Center listings. Space Foundation Discovery Center+1
🧠 Denver Museum of Nature & Science — Fall Break Camps (Field-Trip-ish)
Dates/Times: Nov 24–26, 9:00 AM–3:30 PM
Ages/Price: Camp pricing on DMNS site
RSVP: DMNS camp page. Denver Museum of Nature & Science
The Space Foundation listing includes pricing, K–12 scope, and full-day admission details right on the page—super handy for planning. Space Foundation Discovery Center
WMMI gives you the exact time window and a direct register link; topic rotates each month. Western Museum of Mining and Industry
CMZoo shows the homeschool session plus other teen/outdoor options the same weekend if your hive wants to stack learning. CMZoo