Growth PathsHomeschool discounts
Homeschooling as a family often qualifies you for the same educator and student discounts that classroom teachers get — on software, technology, supplies, memberships, and days out. Most just need proof that you homeschool. With an active Growth Paths account, you can print an Enrollment Certificate and educator ID from Account → Homeschool certificate to use as that proof.
Software & creative tools
- Adobe Creative Cloud — student/teacher pricing is dramatically cheaper than standard (often well over half off) via the Adobe Education Store; academic resellers (e.g., Academic Superstore) advertise even deeper software discounts. Homeschool parents typically qualify as the teacher with enrollment documentation.
- Microsoft Education Store — education pricing on devices, Office/Microsoft 365, and accessories; academic resellers discount Microsoft software further. Indicate homeschool-educator status when registering.
- Apple Education Store — education pricing on Mac and iPad to homeschoolers who meet their state’s requirements (look for the education/graduation-cap pricing).
- Grammarly, IXL, Rosetta Stone, Teaching Textbooks and more — commonly available as homeschool group buys through the Homeschool Buyers Co-op (free to join).
Stores & school supplies
- Michael’s — a standing teacher/educator discount (typically ~15% every visit, including sale items) once you verify educator status in their rewards account.
- Target — a Teacher Prep Event (usually mid-summer) gives a percentage off school supplies; verify as a homeschool educator through Target Circle.
- Staples & Office Depot/OfficeMax — teacher rewards programs with exclusive coupons and rewards back on classroom supplies.
- Books-A-Million — a classroom/teacher discount card for a standing percentage off.
- JOANN, Hobby Lobby & other craft/education retailers — frequently run teacher/educator discounts; ask in-store and register their rewards.
Homeschool ID cards & buying clubs
- Homeschool Buyers Co-op — free membership, a free homeschool ID card, and group-buy pricing on curriculum and tools.
- State & local homeschool associations / co-ops — membership often doubles as accepted documentation and unlocks its own member discounts (HSLDA is a good starting point).
- Your Growth Paths certificate & ID — a curriculum enrollment letter and educator ID you can print anytime your account is active.
Museums, zoos & science centers
- Reciprocal membership networks — a membership at one participating institution can get you free or discounted admission at hundreds of others: NARM (North American Reciprocal Museum), ASTC (science centers), the Association of Children’s Museums (often ~50% off), and AZA (zoos & aquariums).
- Homeschool days — many museums, science centers, and historic sites host discounted homeschool days through the year.
Days out & travel
- Homeschool days at attractions — places like Colonial Williamsburg, LEGOLAND, Dollywood, Great Wolf Lodge, and various aquariums offer sharply reduced homeschool-day or weekday pricing during the school year. Dates and prices change each season — check the venue’s education page.
How to qualify
Vendors vary, but the documentation they accept usually includes any of: a homeschool enrollment/curriculum letter (your Growth Paths certificate), a homeschool ID card, your state’s notice/letter of intent or registration, a co-op or association membership, or curriculum purchase receipts. Keep a copy handy — a photo on your phone is usually enough.
Please note: Discounts, percentages, and eligibility rules are set by each company and change often — always confirm current terms on the vendor’s own site before buying. Homeschool laws and what counts as valid documentation vary by state; it’s your responsibility to meet your state’s requirements. Growth Paths and Ahlchemy are not affiliated with or endorsed by the companies named here, and list them only as a convenience.