The Billerica Homeschooling Association (BHA) is a resource and support group for new and experienced homeschooling families in and around the Billerica area.  Our goal is to connect families with each other and the communities we live in.  BHA was founded in January 2010 and has provided homeschooling support to over 100 like-minded families.  The BHA respects all homeschooling philosophies and approaches.

The mission of BHA is to:

• Increase homeschool awareness, understanding and visibility in and around Billerica

• Provide information and assist new homeschooling families

• Plan local homeschooling classes, events and activities

• Recognize the accomplishments of children who are doing school at home
  

• Provide a means for homeschooling families to connect, communicate and network

• Give back to the communities we live in
  

What People Are Saying About BHA

"Thanks for hosting this group.  There are many families who really need to network and it's people like you who make it happen."  Marlena, homeschooling parent in Southern NH.

"I really appreciate your help and the work you have put into creating and maintaining this group and its fun and enriching activities.  You have made our homeschooling experience so much easier and really enjoyable." Cheryl, homeschooling parent in Tewksbury.

"Every year the Billerica Minuteman recognizes people in town who work hard to make the town a better place, however they do it.  Over the past year or so, I've watched the BHA develop from your idea into an educational movement unlike any other."  Max Bowen, Editor of The Billerica Minuteman.

"I like to get involved with people and ideas that make Billerica better.  That's what you are doing."  Jimmy McFeeley, founder of Billerica.org.

"Makes me proud to be a homeschooler in Billerica.  And to think just a year ago I thought I was the only homeschooler in Billerica."  Julie, homeschooling parent in Billerica.

"I want to thank you both for providing this wonderful resource for my family.  Finding this group has made my children's lives as homeschoolers more fun and filled with more social get togethers."  Darlene, homeschooling parent in South Lawrence.

"I've been reading your articles in the Billerica Townie News.  They are helpful, informative and encouraging for me.  Thanks for all the work you put into writing them.  I am personally benefiting from them."  Emily, homeschooling parent in Billerica.

"(The support group meeting) really helped me understand the different aspects of homeschooling.  I am feeling very encouraged to see the support here.  Thanks for all the great work you do."  Ashok, homeschooling parent in Lowell.