We are a not-for-profit cooperative support group of homeschoolers and other educators interested in exploring alternatives to public/private schools. We are concerned about the state of our educational system today, and we are committed to involve ourselves in the education of our children to help insure a future that matches our hopes and visions. As an organization, we have no religious affiliation and welcome people of all belief systems, ethnic backgrounds, educational styles and ages. We seek diversity for the educational experience it is.

We have been active since 1991, making us one of the oldest homeschool groups in the Atlanta Area. One of our founders wrote this brief history of AAEN to celebrate our 14th birthday in 2005.

AAEN is staffed entirely by volunteers. AAEN management structure is non-hierarchal and we are led by our steering committee, making decisions by consensus. The steering committee is made up of the active volunteers who provide AAEN services, and any member is welcome to volunteer their talents and time and thereby become a steering committee member. All members are welcome to attend and participate in business meetings - we welcome input from all our members!

We operate as a cooperative support group and a network to allow members with similar styles and goals to connect. Through the network, our members share information about available classes, activities, teachers & tutors, learning aids, curriculum, books, educational catalogs, etc. We have periodic business meetings, seasonal family potlucks and weekly play days. We also plan frequent field trips and other activities. Our weekly play date is on Tuesdays at Roswell Area Park.

Our members come primarily from the north Metro Atlanta area, although many members live inside the Perimeter, and some drive all the way from Stone Mountain and Peachtree City to participate in classes and parkday. The lifestyles, religious and philosophical beliefs, ethnic backgrounds, parenting and educational styles of our members vary considerably and we view that as a strength and an opportunity for growth.

The AAEN membership fee is $20 per year and entitles our members to early notification of upcoming classes, field trips, Mom's Night Out, and other activities; discounted room rental fees for classes; and access to a members-only list server. Membership fees cover bank fees, insurance and administrative costs. There are no salaries in AAEN - members generously volunteer their time. Click here to join AAEN.