BCHA Membership
You don't have to travel this homeschool journey alone! Community and shared learning experiences are incredibly valuable. So, whether you are new or a seasoned veteran, we aim to benefit you. BCHA offers support and encouragement to Christian homeschool families in Bastrop and surrounding areas. Our goal is to show the love of Christ and equip our homeschool community for God's glory!
Benefits of becoming a member:
- Access to our Curriculum Library
- Educational Fairs (Science, Art, etc.)
- End-of-the Year Talent Show
- Field trips
- High School Graduation
- Mom's Nights Out
- Support and Encouragement in our Private Facebook Group
- Mentoring
- Music Recitals
- Open House
- Winter Formal Discount (Middle & High School)
- Student ID’s
- Yearbooks
- Google Apps for Education
- BCHA is also the parent organization of the Bastrop Independent Christian Co-op (BICC)
Are You Ready to Join Us?
If so, the process is simple!
- Read the BCHA Handbook. Agree with and abide by the contents.
- Complete the BCHA Application found in the Handbook.
- Submit the $25 one-time, non-refundable application fee.
Homeschool Co-op (BICC)
Under the umbrella of BCHA, the Bastrop Independent Christian Co-op (abbreviated BICC) was formed over twenty years ago to provide an opportunity for our home-educated students to receive specialized instruction in a variety of courses. We are not a school, but rather something much richer; we are a cooperative learning center. It is by team effort we succeed.
At our Co-op, families come together for group learning experiences, academic enrichment, elective courses, friendship and social time, encouragement, spiritual growth, and more.
Note: Membership in BCHA does not necessarily guarantee membership in BICC. There is an additional process for becoming a BICC family, including application, fee, and interview. At times, our homeschool co-op is full and interested families can be added to a waitlist. For more information about BICC, click here.
COMPLYING WITH TEXAS’ HOMESCHOOL LAW
Are you just getting started and wondering about the Texas homeschooling laws? We're here to help!
In Texas, homeschools are considered to be private schools. To legally homeschool, you will need to follow these requirements:
1. TEACH THE REQUIRED SUBJECTS
The required subjects are: math, reading, spelling and grammar, and a course in good citizenship. Although science, history, foreign languages, and electives are not required by state law, colleges will require them for admittance; you’ll want to make sure to teach those too. Does it sound like too big of a job? Hang in there; we're here to help!
2. USE A WRITTEN CURRICULUM
The private school law as interpreted by the Texas Supreme Court requires that you use some form of written curriculum (online programs do meet this requirement), and that you operate your homeschool in a “bona fide” manner. Easy enough, right?
For more information on how to homeschool in Texas, visit the Texas Home School Coalition Association web site.
