RISE Education Resource Center
Homeschool Friendly Resources
| NAME | Phone # | Topic | Description | Las Vegas | |
| Larry Rush | 702-658-3558 | bbidell@cox.net | Art Instruction | X | |
| Barnes & Noble | Books | 20% off for educators/homeschoolers | X | ||
| Borders | Books | % off for educators/homeschoolers | X | ||
| Bernadette Quander | 499-3438 office / cellular | quandergraphics@earthlink.net | Art Instruction | X | |
| State Bar of Nevada- Law Related Education Coordinator: Marcia Ellis | (702) 317-1408 | marciae@nvbar.org | Civics | We The People training and Project Citizenship Training | X |
| Co-op Elementary: Shelly Moore | (702) 526-5357 | Co-op | Early Elementary Drop-in Days for 1st and 2nd grade homeschool students Hands on,interactive learning including engaging science experiments, creative art activities and cooking projects. Located in the Advent Methodist Church, 3460 N. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89130 | X | |
| Pillar of Light Commonwealth | (702) 810-5799 | pillaroflightacademy@yahoo.com | Co-op | Offers four mentored programs: 5 Pillars Tutorial for parents, Scholar for youth ages 12-18, and Love of Learning and Core for younger children. | X |
| Patricia Setlock | (702) 363-1350 h (702) 205-8668 c | Dance | Instructor | X | |
| Cap'n Dave Eisenstein | (702) 352-8424 | dave@capndavedinosaurs.com | Dinosaurs | Lectures and Shows | X |
| The Acting Workshop: Kristine | (702) 433-6651 | SADERWWJD@aol.com | Drama | Drama & Improv classes in Boulder City. Preschool-High School | X |
| Lakeshore Learning | (702) 396-2890 | Educational Supply Store | Specializes in pre-K through 8th grade and has a plethora of teaching and play items | X | |
| Learning is Fun | Educational Supply Store | 2 locations | X | ||
| Jr Master Gardener Classes : Karyn Johnson | (702) 257-5523 | johnsonk@unce.unr.edu | Gardening | X | |
| Go For It USA | (702) 658-9003 | Gymnastics | Classes and Drop In Times | X | |
| Preston’s Class Act | (702) 451-3939 | Dance & Gymnastics | X | ||
| Steve Nasser | (702) 239-9000 | Holocaust Survivor | author of My Brother’s Voice Available for speaking to homeschool groups | X | |
| Traditional Karate-Do and Aikido: Sensei Stan Smith | (702) 263-2255 | Martial Arts | X | ||
| Premier Music Academy | (702) 656-0999 | Music | Private Instruction, Group Guitar, Rock Band Summer Camp, Kinder Musik | X | |
| Music Lessons In Your Home: Sue | homemusiclessons@yahoo.com | Music | Private or group lessons, including children with special needs. Group recorder lessons; Recorder students can play in local medieval reinactment events. | X | |
| Josie Swanson | (702) 326-0868 | Music | In home or at her home | X | |
| Hidemi Essex | (702) 378-2822 | keyboardfingerz@cox.net | Music | Piano | X |
| David Bruley (B. Music, B. Ed) | (702) 240-4178 | druley@earthlink.net | Music | Beginner to Advanced Private and Group lessons Classical-Jazz-Popular-Theory | X |
| Suzuki Flute and Piano :Cynthia Man | (702) 869-1953 | Music | Group Classes and Private Lessons Piano and Flute | X | |
| Karen Cole | (702) 987-3441 | kcole03@marykay.com | Music | Students participate in Jr. Festival, Musicianship, Ensemble Festival, studio recitals and other competitions depending on their levels | X |
| Richard Cooper | (702) 360-9201 | coopyeshua@embarqmail.com | Music | Private or group lessons in recorder and flute | X |
| Richard Cooper | (702) 360-9201 | coopyeshua@embarqmail.com | Tutor | private or group lessons in Remedial Math, English and Reading (uses your curriculum) | X |
| Erin Beck | (702) 313-3777 | Music | Teaches a simple method of guitar called Instant Guitar | X | |
| Anthony Loeber | (702) 285-3756 | tonyatcapitolrecords@sierranv.net | Music | Guitar in private or group settings | X |
| American Heritage Academy :Frank Stringham | (702) 949-5614 | SCapades@hotmail.com | Music | Band/Orchestra/Choir/Guitar Classes Private lessons also available | X |
| Laura Friedlander | (702) 736-6196 (702) 513-3751 c. | lessonsbylaura.com | Music | Piano and woodwind instruments | X |
| Sharp Music | (702) 283-5141 | sharpmusiclessons@gmail.com | Music | In-home music instruction. Most instruments taught. | X |
| Linda Davis | ldavisflute@juno.com | Music | Homeschool Music Class taught at Foothills Montessori School in Henderson ages 5 through 12 years old | X | |
| Family Music Center | (702) 360-4080 (West Side) (702) 435-4080 (Grn Valley) | Music | Offers rentals, repairs and lessons | X | |
| Leann Robertson, B.A. Flute Performance | (406) 239-6833 | leanna84@gmail.com | Music | Private flute lessons | X |
| Andrew Travers | (702) 501-9478 | dracul13@mac.com | Music | Private or Group Lessons Cello, beginning Violin, Viola, Bass, and Guitar | X |
| Kelly Paper Supply | (702) 736-2722 | Paper | Bulk paper | X | |
| South West Fitness: Kevin T. Callahan | (702) 204-7941 c. (702) 293-6986 | kevincallahan@cox.net | Physical Fitness | Offers in home fitness programs through the use of personal trainers, group instructors and email coaching | X |
| Desert Outfitters | (702) 362-7177 | Rocks | Equipment for rocks, hikes, prospecting and more | X | |
| Jewelry and Mineral Store of Las Vegas | (702) 733-7166 | Rocks | Minerals, fossils, petrified wood, rocks, African Art, jewelry and more! | X | |
| Amy Lish | (702) 240-9313 hm (702) 595-5487 c. | dlishes@cox.net | Sewing | Instructor beginning skills on up Ages 8 and up | X |
| Northwest Speech and Language Center, LLC : Alice Ferland, MCD, CCC/SLP, Director | (702) 449-5105 | alice@northwestspeech.com | Speech | Accepts Self-Pay | X |
| Las Vegas Zoo | (702) 647-4685 | nvzoolv@aol.com | Zoo | Group Discount Rate, Educational Tours, Animal Husbandry Program | X |
| Awesome Tutors | (702) 435-HELP | Tutor | Tutor in most subjects, all grades. | X | |
| Mark Meier | (702) 360-1489 | radar_promo@earthlink.net | Tutor | X | |
| Katrina Letourneaut | (702) 247-7029 | ReadingLasVegas@aol.com | Tutor | Dyslexia Specialist | X |
| Lindamood Bell Learning Processes | (702) 228-6942 | lasvegas.center@lindamoodbell.com | Tutor | Teaches the underlying sensory-cognitive skills to read, spell, comprehend, and express language. | X |
| Tutor Doctor | 1-877-9TUTOR9 (988-8679) | Tutor | X | ||
| Leann Robertson | (406) 239-6833 | leanna84@gmail.com | Tutor | Spanish, English, and basic math, all ages, your home | X |
| The Tutoring Workshop :Kristine | (702) 433-6651 | SADERWWJD@aol.com | Tutor | X | |
| Rich DiGiacomo | (702) 353-5707 c. (702) 897-5204 | richicw@powernet.net | Tutor | Specializes in Special Education Tutors in all subject areas, and music | X |
| Jeremy Herman | (702) 321-6610 | jeremyherman9899@yahoo.com | Tutor | Math - calculus English/reading/writing Other subjects as well All ages | X |
| Gil Pacheco | (702) 636-1330 | gilpach3904@teleport.com | Tutor | Speaks 12 languages Math – number crunching, trig/geometry, algebra, and calculus | X |
| Stephanie Campise | (702) 896-7584 | sm5389@hotmail.com | Tutor | Specializes in English and Math 1-8 grade ALL subjects High school – Algebra I & II and Geometry | X |
| Kristi Jolley | (702) 878-3389 | electabelinda@yahoo.com | Tutor | Specializes in Reading, English and Writing | X |
| Laurel Peters | (702) 260-7773 | lpeters@vpmusic.com | Voice Lessons | A member of the Exaltation Choir at Central Christian Church, a professional singer and also a voice teacher for American Music | X |
| Amy Hunsaker | (702) 219-8416 | sopranojo@gmail.com | Voice Lessons | offers “Classical Training for the Modern Performer” utilizing classic teaching methods to promote healthy, artistic singing in all levels of performance. Along with individual vocal instruction, Amy includes master classes and ‘Opera Nights’ to enhance the students’ musical experience. | X |
| Driver's Ed.com | Drivers Ed | A course designed to help teenagers fulfill the Nevada State Department of Motor Vehicles’ requirements for driver education, to prepare teens for the challenges of the road, to teach them defensive driving skills, and to get them ready to take and pass the DMV test. This course is not only for homeschoolers. | Register for LV Programs | ||
| Home School Legal Defense Association | (540) 338-5600 | info@hslda.org | Attorney | Specializes in defending homeschooling and parental rights | |
| Springer Company | 1- 800-237-0065 | Graduation | Graduation Caps, Gowns and Accessories | ||
| Silver Mesa Recreation Center | (702) 633-2550 | Physical Fitness | Homeschool PE every Friday morning, plus wide range of classes and sports available | X | |
| Crystal Palace | (702) 645-4892 | Physical Fitness | Offer Homeschool RollerSkating every 3rd Friday 10am-1pm $6/per skater | X | |
| Sky Zone | (702) 436-6887 | Physical Fitness | Indoor Trampolines Offer Homeschool Days every 2nd Friday , 1-2pm | X | |
| Driver's Edge | (702) 896-6482 | info@driversedge.org | Drivers Ed | Free defensive driving course. Must pre-register | X |
| Artful Potter | (702) 638-1775 | Art | Pottery painting Group discount | X | |
| Scholastic Warehouse Sales | (877) 483-2665 | Books | Warehouse offers many sales. Register as a homeschooler. | X | |
| Traveling History Trunks | (702) 486-5205 x 227 | sirvin@nevadaculture.org | History | A trunk-on-wheels loan program of artifacts, reproductions, reprint books and informational materials on: Women in Nevada 1850-1920, Pioneer Children 1850-1920, Mining in Nevada, Centennial Las Vegas | X |
| Explorers Program | Fire Fighter Youth program | Ages 16-212 | X | ||
| Horseman's Park | (702) 455-8200 Reservations Only | Park, Horses | Equestrian Events, show arenas, exercising and riding times | X | |
| Nellis BMX Track | (702) 632-4439 | Bikes, Sports | 20 acres, lighted track. Call ahead for clothing restrictions and requirements. | X | |
| William Bennett Radio Control Airfield | Hobby | 100'x700' east/west runway with pit areas for competition. Valid AMA open flight card required. Visitors welcome. Various clubs coordinate schedule. | X | ||
| Las Vegas Radio Control Club | Hobby | Radio Control Airplane Club | X | ||
| Las Vegas Soaring Club | Hobby | Radio Control Airplane Club | X | ||
| Radio Control Car Track | club reservations: 455-8200 | Hobby | Silver Bowl complex, runs 1/4,/1/8, and 1/0 scale cars. Local RC clubs welcome newbies. Paved and dirt track. | X | |
| Remote Control Boats | NAMBA # 735-2975 | Hobby | Remote Control Boats-must belong to NAMBA, south end of SUnset Lake. | X | |
| Samaritan Ministries* | (877) 764-2426 | smchcn@smchcn.net | Health Care | Christian community sharing medical costs | |
| Medi-Share* | (800) 772-5623 | info@medi-share.org | Health Care | Christian community sharing medical costs | |
| Nevada Check Up* | 1 (877) 543-7669 | Health Care | State insurance for children, low-middle income | ||
| Holocaust Library-Las Vegas | (702) 433-0005 | History | Gertrude Sperling Resource Library for Holocaust Studies is located at 4794 South Eastern Ave. Las Vegas, Nevada 89119. | X | |
| Boot Camp for Kids | jastinemetz@ cox.net | Sports | once or twice a week intense cardio workout. | X | |
| Patrick Henry College | College & Distance Ed | Christian College-very homeschool supportive | |||
| Generation Joshua | (540) 338-8608 | GenerationJoshua@hslda.org | Civics | Citizenship for Youth , camps, classes | |
| The Leadership Institute | (800) 827-5323(LEAD) | Civics | Training Conservative Leaders | ||
| Pacific Archery | (702) 328-9931 | Ginger McLaughlin | Archery | Basic Archery Skills & Safety Classes and more! | |
| Pam Fullerton | (702) 596-9655 | pamfullerton@gmail.com | Tutor | A licensed upper elementary teacher with experience in Montessori and traditional teaching styles. | |
| SHINE | Cindee Huddy , 702-489-8045 | cindeepatrick@mac.com | Social Etiquette | SHINE is a company devoted to teaching skills and providing tools on social graces through classroom instruction for all ages | |
| Crystal Clear Results | Lauren Vogel, (702)373.2983 | lvknox1028@gmail.com | Life Coach for Children | With my proven innovative techniques, I will work with these children to establish and meet personal goals through a variety of activities. My role is to determine their point A, guide them in determining their point B, and support them on the road to success. They will receive skills they will use over the span of their lifetime. This journey will never be easier or more productive. | |
| Art Starts Here | Debbie Levy | Art Classes | ages preschool through adult. We offer a variety of programs to suit your schedule and needs. Our philosophy is to make sure our students feel good about creating. There are no mistakes in art and your imagination means the sky's the limit! | ||
| Music and Arts of Las Vegas | (702)248-1288 | Music & Art | A Part of Nevada Arts Academy; Private Lessons: Piano, Violin, Cello, Guitar, Flute, Vocal, and Chinese Instrument. Group Classes: Music class for Children (18 months to 5 years old); Music Theory, Ensemble; Choir. | ||
| Nevada School of Dance | (702)248-1288 | Dance | A part of Nevada Arts Academy; Ballet for children and adults; Jazz; Tap Dance; Hip-Hop; Body-Shaping; Chinese Dance; Fundamental of Dance Music. Fundamental of Dance Music Performances are host regularly and participate actively in national competitions. | ||
| Art School of Las Vegas | (702)248-1288 | Art | A part of Nevada Arts Academy; Basic Cartooning; Painting and Drawing; Little Picassos; Intro to Watercolor; Chinese Painting; Prepare for College Portfolio, etc. | ||
| YogaKids | Dora Lai, YKA | dora@findyourbliss.net | Yoga | ||
| The Dance Factor | (702) 580-5666 | Offers a wide assortment of classes... Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Acro, Lyrical, combo and more. They also offer the ability for the kids who want to compete on team. | |||
| Civil Air Patrol | Military, Flying | Offers different squadrons; Nellis, Henderson, etc. | |||
| Sweet Tomato Test Garden | Leslie Doyle; (702)490-5217 | Gardening | Master Gardener who opens up her home for classes; offers a newsletter and more | ||
| Tonopah Community Garden | (702) 636-4152 | tonopahcommunitygarden@gmail.com | Gardening | The city's first and only urban farm; bringing together diverse community partners - including schools, universities, corporations, non-profit organizations, community groups, and individual residents - to engage together in the process. | |
| Love Dog Adventures | Sue; 917-301-4710 | sue@lovedoglasvegas.com | Animals, therapy, reading | All Animal-Assisted Therapy” provides visiting therapy teams with a variety of species to health facilities. | |
| Appleseed | info@appleseedinfo.org | Gun, rifles, marksmanship | Project Appleseed is a nationwide family-friendly rifle marksmanship course which uniquely combines the teaching of fundamental rifle marksmanship skills with the story of our American heritage. | ||
| Water Wings Swim School | 702-227-7949 | Swimming, PE | Physical Education Program and swim classes | ||
| Apples In A Seed | Order Fresh Apples | Order dates Sept and November | |||
| Math Tutor | Teresa Prezgay; 234-2984 | tprezgay@cox.net | Math Tutor | PreAlgebra, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus and Probability and Statistics. Licensed CCSD High School Math Teacher. Also trained to tutor for the Nevada High School Math Proficiency. Northwest Las Vegas. Can meet at Rainbow, Centennial, or Alexander Library | |
| Fox’s Rest Stable | Scianna Augustine (702) 630-9825 | saugustine@magistra.info | Horses | Offers horsemanship lessons to youth and adults. We have a program that truly suits homeschooling families, as it combines history, animal science, and horsemanship. NW part of the valley | |
| Fairy Tales and Tutus | Alene Hochstetter (702) 489 3603 | Ballet | offers storytime dances and more | ||
| Soulfire Studios | Nadia Jaafar 702-207-7685 | Ballet | |||
| Clay Arts Las Vegas | 4information@clayartsvegas.com | Clay Studio | A place for ceramic artists to create and exhibit their work. | ||
