Alternative K-12 Education Options
By Paul Simmons.
As parents our prime goal is to prepare our young people for their adulthood and careers. How can we make certain that we’re choosing the optimum education system for our youth? This article provides contact information for K-12 education alternatives and supplemental options to our public schools in (or near) Butler County. Included are charter schools, faith-based schools, and homeschooling support programs that boast successful track records.
Feel free to contact any of the organizations listed. It will be exciting for you to discuss how you can achieve the goal of your student(s) having access to an education that equips them with the knowledge and skills they need to be self-reliant and successful in the 21st century.
Homeschool Groups & Resources
“Classical Conversations proudly serves over 45,000 homeschooling families globally, providing home education resources for every level and age of child development…. Classical Conversations communities are groups of local homeschooling families who meet once a week during the academic year to learn together and do life together.”
Based in North Carolina, there are presently four Classical Conversation communities in Butler County: Butler, Valencia, Cranberry and Zelienople.
Find a nearby community | Facebook | Instagram
Journey in His Grace Homeschool Co-op
“At Journey in His Grace, we believe in leading, teaching, and learning with grace. Our homeschool co-op provides a supportive community for families on the journey of homeschooling…. Our program offers a variety of classes for students from nursery through high school. We focus on teaching the whole child, providing not only fun extracurricular activities but also opportunities for spiritual growth and character development.”
Email: JourneyinHisGrace@gmail.com | Facebook
“Our mission is to provide community and educational opportunities to homeschool families. Our vision is for all our students to get the education they need to reach their fullest potential and for homeschooling parents to feel supported in their journey to educate their children.”
Roots Learning Academy is a hybrid school with a co-op option. Presently located in Rochester, PA, we were informed the school is moving to Allegheny County in 2025, not far from the Butler County line.
Phone: (724) 996-2956 | Email: Info@srrootslearningacademy.com
Sky’s The Limit Homeschool Group
“Sky’s the Limit Homeschool Group provides a safe, encouraging environment for homeschool or alternate learning families by offering support, resources, and educational opportunities to enrich at home curriculum, cultivate learning and socialization experiences that are positive and promote a growth mindset to further facilitate relationship building, education, and self-confidence.”
Email Brandi Craig: brandie@skysthelimithomeschoolgroup.com
“Wild + Free groups are for homeschoolers, nature lovers, and those who have simply resonated with this community and want to know more. No matter what approach you take - we're all in this together. This beautiful homeschool community is meant to be a welcoming place for all. No curriculum, race, philosophy, or religious affiliation should get in the way because we have so much to learn from each other. We want every group to be open to all mamas who desire to give their children a quality education, while also preserving the adventure and wonder of childhood.”
Email | Find a Group | Wild + Free Group Inquiries | Facebook | Instagram
Private & Charter Schools
“The mission of Butler Catholic School, a community of faith, is to proclaim the message of Jesus and ensure the development of students who are self-motivated leaders, humble stewards and life-long learners, through a rigorous academic program and Christ-centered values.”
515 E. Locust Street | Butler, PA, 16001 | Phone: 724-285-4276 | Email: bcsoffice@butlercatholic.org
“Eden Christian Academy is the largest nondenominational Christian preschool through high school in the greater Pittsburgh area… An Eden education combines rigorous academics in the foundational disciplines with training in the values of sound living to develop young men and women who will honor the Lord, work hard, value their families, and serve Christ and others.”
Locations nearest Butler County: Preschool - 6th Grades: 12121 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA 15090 | 724-935-9301 | 7th-12th Grades: 318 Nicholson Road, Sewickley, PA 15143 | 412-741-2825 | Facebook | Instagram
"The vision of Portersville Christian School is to graduate students with a heart for God who are prepared to serve Him in every area of life… The mission of Portersville Christian School is to glorify God by preparing students to serve Jesus Christ as Lord, partnering with family and church, and instilling high spiritual, academic, social, and physical standards."
343 E. Portersville Rd. | Portersville, PA 16051 | Phone: (724) 368-8787 | Facebook | Instagram
“God has given us a mission: to partner with parents to provide children with an excellent education that is centered in Christ… Rhema Christian School is committed to providing a Christ-centered and Biblically-integrated education emphasizing three core pillars: Biblical Worldview, Academic Excellence, and Character Formation.”
1301 Coraopolis Heights Road | Moon Township, PA 15108 | Phone: 412.269.9555 | Facebook
Have you had success with a private school or homeschooling option that is not listed? Please share in the comments!