Vendors
Below you will find a list of vendors that will be present at the convention. Each vendor has a unique mission to help homeschoolers in our community thrive. We are so thankful to each and every vendor and their commitment to this mission!
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Curriculum samples and flyers include:
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http://classicalconversations.com
Classical Conversations empowers you to guide your child’s educational development at every age (and teaches you, too!). Our Christ-centered homeschool curriculum is rooted in the classical model and is in tune with the way children naturally learn.
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http://Soccershots.com/Charleston
Intro to Soccer Program for children age 2-12 infusing character development through the game and skills of soccer.
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Next Level Photo Education offers interactive photography courses for homeschool students ages 3-18. Our live Zoom classes and self-paced courses teach creativity, composition, lighting, and camera skills in a fun, supportive environment. Students can explore everything from beginner photography to night photography and even starting a photography business.
We created our Focus Academy Series with homeschool families in mind. This series offers photography courses for every grade level from Kindergarten through graduation while integrating standards-aligned, grade-level math, science, English, social studies, and art skills.
In addition to online learning, we host free monthly photo walks in the Charleston, SC area, giving students hands-on experience in real-world settings. Visit our booth for interactive activities and to learn how photography can enhance your homeschool curriculum!
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Our booth will provide homeschool families with resources, on-site assessments and products that will support families and help them set their children up for success.
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Drama Kids is an exciting, curriculum based opportunity for children ages 4-18. Our teachers are trained to use the magic of theater to teach ALL students valuable life skills in public speaking while developing self-esteem, confidence, creative thinking, and acting skills. This internationally recognized theater enrichment program helps student gain confidence in leadership and teamwork development. These are skills that are desperately needed for success in any career. We offer enrichments during the school year and camp opportunities.
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http://hopescholarsacademy.org
We are a University Model Classical Christian High School, which is a hybrid school. We offer a 3 day option with classes on campus 3 days, also a 4 or 5 day option with guided study sessions on the extra days. We also offer upper level science and math classes as a co-op option along with a senior level offering complete with internship options.
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https://www.homeschoolingsc.org/
The SC Homeschooling Connection is a free resource hub for all homeschoolers in SC (and beyond) no matter which association you choose. Please bookmark the site and visit often!
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We offer a homeschool Mud Club the first Tuesday and Thursday of each month where we sculpt a project out of clay!
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Provider of kinesthetic-based mathematics curriculum; RightStart Math offers an elementary and middle school math curriculum, math card games, and math tutoring materials to help students understand, apply, and enjoy mathematics. We use math card games to solidify understanding, while creating a love for math.
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We would like to share information about study guides, upcoming exhibitions, field trips, and family opportunities at the Gibbes Museum of Art.
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https://charleston.edu/school-natural-environmental-sciences/
Our booth will provide homeschool families with several STEM opportunities that students can participate in before attending the College of Charleston.
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We offer programming and field trip opportunities for the Homeschool community.
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http://charlestonsc.youngchefsacademy.com
At Young Chefs Academy, we inspire children to discover the joy and value of cooking! Through our culinary classes and workshops, students develop essential cooking skills, build confidence, and explore creativity in the kitchen. Our programs align perfectly with homeschool families by offering hands-on learning experiences that can complement their educational journey, fostering both practical life skills and a love for culinary arts.
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http://www.apogeecharleston.com
Apogee Charleston is a homeschool co-op for families in the Charleston area. We offer 2, 3, and 5 day opportunities for your child to participate in. At Apogee Charleston, we provide support, resources, and opportunities for our families to grow with intention, pursue freedom, and fulfill their potential.
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http://YouCanShineGymnastics.com
We have one of the largest (if not the largest) class offering for homeschool students. We offer exclusive homeschool gymnastics classes from 11 AM - 3 PM Monday-Wednesday at our location in Nexton (Summerville). We currently have over 50 students with us! We are new and very small, having a booth will really help us get the word out!
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Tutoring & Spanish classes using Montessori materials
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Trident Technical College is your community college. Our mission is simple: to change people’s lives and improve our community. Discover a big college that acts like a small college with support systems in place to ensure your success. Why Trident Tech? Credits transfer nationwide, Instructors who are experts in their field, Flexible schedules and class options including online, 30+ student organizations, Student support services from admission to graduation, and Partnerships with area businesses that provide unique opportunities for students.
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http://www.heartbeatzdanceacademy.com/
We would have a fun interactive booth to showcase some of our fun dancing and inviting kids to dance too! We are a fun non-compete studio that prides ourselves on building community in addition to creating a supportive safe space to dance and move in.
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https://www.magnoliaplantation.com/
Our booth will highlight Magnolia Plantation & Garden's immersive learning experiences, designed to ignite curiosity and support education through hands-on, meaningful activities. Families will discover a range of engaging programs that foster active learning and critical thinking. We’re excited to partner with the homeschool community to programming in Lowcountry history, Ecology, Life Science, and more. Attendees will learn about our tours and specialty classes, such as Birding, Plant Adaptations, Visual Literacy and activities like sensory walks and bridge-building challenges that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork. Additionally, we’ll provide information on family membership discounts, discounted group tours, and our 2025 summer STEM/STEAM programs. Lastly, we will be on-site to meet with families and explore how we can customize our tour experiences to best meet the needs of the local homeschool community.
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http://www.trtutoringsolutions.com/
At TR Tutoring Solutions, we provide homeschool families with expert teaching support from two certified teachers with multiple advance degrees who are also homeschooling parents. We understand the beauty and challenges of home education, and our services allow parents to outsource core subject instruction—particularly in ELA and math—to experienced professionals who know how to engage and challenge students at every level, from preschool through 12th grade, to yield academic growth.
We offer flexible session options to fit families' needs, including private one-on-one tutoring, small group pods, summer enrichment classes, both in-person and virtual instruction, test prep and proctoring services, homeschool support, grading, and educational coaching. Our pricing is designed to accommodate different budgets, with 30, 45, and 60-minute session options, as well as flex-based pay or discounted tuition for families seeking frequent weekly sessions.
What sets us apart is our dual expertise—we are certified teachers and homeschooling parents. This gives us a unique perspective that traditional teaching services can't match. We understand the balance between structured learning and the flexibility homeschool families value, and we tailor our instruction to support each child’s academic success while complementing each family's homeschool approach.
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We are an option 3 accountability association serving the entire state of South Carolina. Our mission is to provide the integrity and support you need with all the freedom you deserve.
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/817930068343624/
Formerly James Island Learning Co-op is a nature based co-op currently welcoming families with children ages four through six with plans to grow with our children. We meet three to two days per week to explore group learning experiences and provide the children with time to play freely together in nature.
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GLOW Homeschoolers has GLOW Accountability Association (all SC) & GLOW Events (greater CHS) memberships, and a GLOW Homeschool Community Support (free) on Facebook.
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Our booth will provide homeschool families with a resource to enhance their educational experience through handwriting and cursive writing. Additionally, we aim to connect with parents by sharing strategies, tips, and support for developing good penmanship.
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We are a Christian co-op and hybrid program for kiddos k-5th!
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http://www.athomeinthelowcountry.com
At Home In The Lowcountry Homeschool Association has served home educators in South Carolina since 2007. We have grown to be one of the largest third option associations in the state. We offer a variety of unique services to our members. A graduation ceremony for seniors is held each May.
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https://www.oakandsparrowlearninglab.com/
Oak and Sparrow is a learning lab dedicated to homeschooled students. We have hired instructors and students are dropped off at our location. At Oak and Sparrow we use a neutral curriculum. We strive to make all students welcome.
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CHASC is a Third Option Homeschool Accountabilty Association. We serve homeschool families in South Carolina by providing the accountability required by law and the support needed while allowing freedom for each family to enjoy the educational journey that is best for them.
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http://www.discipledyouthacademy.com
Discipled Youth Academy is a hands-on and active Christian Academy for homeschoolers. We cover everything students need and make homeschooling easy for families. We meet for two days in class, covering Bible, Art, Science, PE, Literature and History. We have tutors to help with Math and English. We also have clubs, Culinary Arts, Garden and Adventure and Survival class.
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Turning Point USA is a nonprofit student organization that empowers students to share their beliefs through peer-to-peer conversations, eye-catching materials & resources, and exciting events. TPUSA High School chapters learn about the Constitution, American exceptionalism, and free enterprise. Students gain valuable leadership skills and training while sharing the values of freedom with their peers. Students are able to bring the ultimate patriotic club to their community by starting a TPUSA Students chapter.
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We provide competitive sports opportunities for home educated athletes in the Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley Tri-County Area of South Carolina. We compete against public, charter, and private schools as well as other home school associations. Currently we have boys soccer, girls volleyball, and basketball for both boys and girls.
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South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools (SCAIHS)
SCAIHS, operating in accordance to the SC code, Section 59-65-45, is a non-profit association which provides a legal, alternate source of approval and supervision for home schooling families in South Carolina. The mission of SCAIHS is to coordinate and establish academic standards, to document the course of study, and to provide support services for member home schools.
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Our Adrenaline Monkey booth will connect homeschool families with each other and with local resources. Families can share tips, experiences, and educational resources, fostering a sense of community among homeschoolers.
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http://publicworksartcenter.org
Our 11,000sf building in the heart of downtown Summerville is always free to visit, with 3 galleries that rotate every 8 weeks. We offer affordable art classes for children ages 3+ to adults, as well as classes just for homeschoolers! We also host 12 studio artists who each create in their own spaces, so you have the opportunity to interact with working artists.
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http://scienceeverywhereadventures.com
I run a hands-on science program in Mount Pleasant for homeschool children ages 5-10. In addition to fun experiments, we also hike the trails and fish in the creek behind my house. Children can participate in hands-on experiments at my booth during the convention.
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http://www.rightfitcollegeplanning.com
Many homeschool families are without a professional to help guide them in the college admissions process. I have advised and supported homeschool students on their journey to college for over two decades. My services are fully comprehensive including essay coaching.
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An experienced elementary teacher and a pediatric occupational therapist have teamed up to create engaging workshops that prepare young learners for success in education. These sessions focus on essential skills like social-emotional development, fine motor coordination, early literacy, and reading readiness. Through hands-on activities, small group instruction, and interactive play, children build the confidence and foundational skills needed to thrive as learners. By combining expertise in education and child development, these workshops offer a well-rounded approach to learning, ensuring students are equipped with the tools they need to be engaged, independent, and successful learners from day one.
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Field Trips - I am offering field trips to the Bell Tower. We can go all the way into the belfry. Students can see how everything works and try it out themselves. I will play a couple tunes to let me here it in action.
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Columbia International University is a fully accredited, private Christian university located in Columbia, SC. Our mission is to educate students from a biblical worldview to impact the nations with the message of Christ.
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SHEEP: Summerville Home Education Enriching Program.
We are a homeschool partnership. We exist to help families with their homeschool journey and to come alongside parents with courses to supplement their student’s home education experience.
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Founded in 1975, Oak Meadow provides a flexible education for independent learners in preschool to grade 12. At Oak Meadow, we see you as a traveler on a journey of learning—a fellow educator, not just a customer. We’re here for you, we listen to you, and we’ll support and guide you through one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent: how to educate your child. Our book-based curriculum can be used independently by homeschool families or through micro schools and collaboratives. Our approach is compassionate and student-centered because we believe that children are sensitive and intelligent and that learning can be joyfully integrated into life. Oak Meadow’s curriculum aligns with rigorous academic standards, and it can be customized to meet students’ interests, skills, and learning styles.
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I’m a local piano teacher and I love teaching homeschoolers! I teach Music for Little Mozarts (ages 4-6) in small groups or private lessons and all ages over 4 including adults. Piano and music study has been proven to give students a better foundation for math/science and helps students with compassion and empathy towards others. The benefits are too many to name here, but that is a start.
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http://www.bjupresshomeschool.com
BJU Press Homeschool is a publisher of K-12 textbooks and video courses for homeschool families. HomeWorks by Precept is a partner with BJU Press Homeschool because we share their core values of Biblical worldview, academic excellence, and critical thinking. Our consultants draw from their own personal homeschool experience and their knowledge of BJU Press Homeschool curriculum to offer solutions that help you to prepare lessons, become more efficient in homeschooling, and be able to meet your child’s unique learning needs.
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As a local children’s lit writer for middle grade readers (ages 8-12), the book series (THE ISLANDERS) I’ve co-written with local novelist Mary Alice Monroe… our books serve as positive, educational, and relatable stories that celebrate our coastal landscape and encourage children to spend more time outdoors exploring nature through this three-book series. Our books also have curriculum guides as enrichment materials for teachers and students.
Our books are realistic fiction set on the remote nature sanctuary off the Charleston coast called Dewees Island! Children can learn about SC’s coastal landscape through the wild adventures of Jake, his grandmother Honey, and his two best friends Macon and Lovie.
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VirtualSC is a free supplemental online learning program in South Carolina that serves students in grades 6-12. The VirtualSC booth will provide general program information as well as specific details about Summer 2025 course registration for students and their families.
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http://www.lowcountrywildcats.com
Competitive sports opportunities for home educated athletes in the Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley Tri-County Area of South Carolina.Item description
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http://discoverytoys.com/francross
Discovery Toys is a company with educational books, games, toys, puzzles and more! Our product line has products from infants to middle school, with family games for all ages. Teach... Play... Inspire!Item description
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https://highlandslatin.org/charleston/
HLS is a hybrid school that offers classes taught by expert faculty for homeschooling families. We provide families with the opportunity to give their children a rigorous classical education while maintaining the primacy of the family.
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I currently teach a Parent & Me Art class in Nexton for ages 1-5yrs. I hope to add homeschool classes ranging from ages 5-12yrs in the near future. I will also be teaching adaptive art classes very soon.
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Carolina Kids Co-op is an outdoor, secular, academic co-op with 13 locations throughout the country (two in Charleston!). We look forward to connecting with other homeschoolers!!
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Children who are struggling academically may have an undiagnosed vision issue in visual focusing, visual tracking, or eye teaming. Parents are frequently frustrated they did not consider vision as the problem since they had been told by other doctors their child has “perfect” 20/20 vision. We would like to teach as many parents and educators as possible that vision is MORE than 20/20. Draisin Vision Group offers comprehensive eye exams, binocular skills evaluations, vision therapy, myopia control, glasses, and contacts. Our doctors have specialty training and board certification in pediatrics, vision therapy, and vision rehabilitation.
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https://lifeessentialshealth.com/
As local homeschool parents, we know the value in raising healthy children. Our mission is to share the principles of health and healing one family at a time through nutrition, fitness, detoxification and structural correction.
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We are a Christian University devoted to the Great Commission and want to assist families with helping their students find their passport to purpose.
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College PrepXcel provides comprehensive college admissions advising and proven SAT/ACT Prep Courses. We are owned and staffed by homeschoolers. Our goal is to help students understand the college admissions process, important timelines, and plan strategically and effectively to position students well not just for college admissions, but also for merit scholarships. The ultimate goal is to get the education required to serve our communities professionally and be gainfully employed as responsible adults without taking on a large college debt burden. The more a student and their family know and understand about this process, the easier it is to reach that goal.
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We are a code school / camp that introduces and teaches students coding, ar/vr, minecraft, robotics and much more from a technology learning module. At PlayToCode, we inspire creativity and ignite a passion for technology in children and teens ages 8-18.