Herzog Foundation Announces 2025 Homeschool Co-ops of the Year

The Herzog Foundation is proud to recognize the 2025 Homeschool Cooperatives of the Year, reflecting the continued growth and impact of parent-directed Christian education nationwide.

• Kingdom Education for Young Scholars (KEYS) – Chesapeake, Virginia
• HEARTS for the Lord Homeschool Academy – Ashburn, Virginia
• Christian Homeschool Fellowship of Lake Houston – Humble, Texas

This marks the second year that the Herzog Foundation has recognized homeschool co-ops as part of its Excellence in Christian Education program. These co-ops have demonstrated exceptional dedication to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and community-building among homeschooling families.

“We are witnessing a historic shift in education, and Christian homeschool co-ops are playing an increasingly vital role,” said Herzog Foundation President Darrell Jones. “These organizations are equipping parents, serving students, and creating vibrant learning communities rooted in Biblical truth. We are thrilled to honor these three outstanding co-ops in 2025.”

The Herzog Foundation selected this year’s honorees in collaboration with the Home Educators Association of Virginia and the Texas Home School Coalition, two organizations that have been instrumental in supporting and advancing parent-directed education in their regions. Each co-op was chosen for its rapid growth, innovative approaches, and commitment to Christ-centered education.

The 2025 Homeschool Co-ops of the Year will be celebrated alongside the 2025 Teachers of the Year in Washington, D.C. this fall. The event will include professional development opportunities and special recognition of each honoree’s impact on Christian education in America.

About Kingdom Education for Young Scholars (KEYS)

Founded in Chesapeake, Virginia, KEYS serves students in grades 1–12 by partnering with homeschooling families to impact the world for eternity through a biblical worldview and excellence in arts and academics. KEYS trains young people to be strong and encouraging voices for the next generation, grounded in a solid framework of biblical principles, education, ministry, and fellowship—all carried out with excellence as unto the Lord. Together, they seek to nurture students as Christ-followers who influence the world around them. KEYS encourages students to be lifelong learners and committed servant leaders, equipped to impact their world with God’s truth.

About HEARTS for the Lord Homeschool Academy

Located in Ashburn, Virginia, HEARTS for the Lord Homeschool Academy serves students in grades 7–12 by providing a Christ-centered learning environment, fellowship, and instruction that are both academically and Biblically sound. For over 25 years, HEARTS has walked alongside families in their community, supporting their desire to live a lifestyle grounded in biblical truth and morals.

About Christian Homeschool Fellowship of Lake Houston

Based in Humble, Texas, Christian Homeschool Fellowship of Lake Houston serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Focused on helping homeschool families impart the gospel to their children, CHF of Lake Houston has built a community of like-minded homeschool families who can be in community with one another regularly.

To learn more about the Herzog Foundation’s Excellence in Christian Education program and other initiatives, visit HerzogFoundation.com.

About the Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Foundation

The Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Foundation is a charitable foundation dedicated to catalyzing and accelerating the development of quality Christ-centered K-12 education so that families and cultures flourish.  

Learn more at HerzogFoundation.com.