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Bridges ACADEMY

A Hybrid School

BRIDGES Academy Hybrid School 


Seeking a homeschool experience that mirrors Acts 2 community?

Located in West Hillsboro, Bridges Academy is your Christ-centered haven, where faith, learning, and fellowship converge.

Our parent-led co-op desires to empower you as your child's primary teacher while offering classes, optional professional support, and a tapestry of enriching events—from Bible groups to fall festivals, & field trips to family camp.

More than a support group, we're a koinonia where families share knowledge, bear burdens, and celebrate milestones together. Whether you homeschool part-time or full-time, Bridges Connects transforms your solitary path into a shared, joy-filled journey toward truth, growth, and Christ-like character.

​Join us, and let's build educational bridges that lead our children to wisdom, service, and the heart of God.

THE DETAILS

The cooperative aims to offer:
  1. Weekly Encouragement: Helping families stay motivated and connected with others in the homeschooling community.
  2. Support: Offering resources and assistance to enhance the homeschooling experience.
  3. Weekly Chapel Services: Providing spiritual enrichment and community worship opportunities.
  4. Enrichment and Elective Classes: Facilitating additional learning opportunities in diverse subjects to complement the core homeschool curriculum ​
  • ​Location:  
    We rent space from a local church in Hillsboro, Oregon
  • Denomination: 
    Bridges is a non-denominational Evangelical Christian group. Please see our Statement of Faith.
  • Ages/Grades:
    We serve 1st- 12th grades. Please inquire if you have young children you'd like activities or childcare. ​
  • Day and Time: 
    ​Thursdays 8:45 am to 3:00 pm
Membership Benefits
Joining the Bridges Connects co-op provides several benefits and resources for member families, including:
  1. Structured Weekly Meetings: Access to all activities during the Thursday meeting times, which include chapel services, and up to three elective/enrichment classes each week.
  2. Field Trips: Participation in educational and recreational field trips that are announced throughout the year.
  3. Community Social Events: Involvement in various social activities such as fall and spring teen socials, game and movie nights suitable for all ages, retreats, and more, which help build a strong, supportive community.
  4. Educational Support: Access to tutoring and special support services tailored for learners with special needs, including assistance in subjects like reading and math, as well as life skills classes.
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Bridges Connects offers a comprehensive support system and enriching experiences for homeschooling families, fostering both academic growth and community engagement.

FAQ

Teachers
Bridges Connects chooses classes based on the interests and talents of its members. The classes and activities are led and taught by parents who are part of the cooperative, leveraging their skills and knowledge to enrich the homeschooling community.

Special needs, can they come? 

Yes, your child with special needs is welcome at Bridges Connects! The cooperative supports the entire family, including those with special needs. To best accommodate your child, it would be important to have an open conversation about their specific needs and discuss creative ways to effectively include them in the learning environment. This ensures that they receive the support and resources necessary to thrive alongside their peers.

Is this a drop-off program or do I have to stay?
Unlike Bridges' other program, Bridges Connects is NOT a drop-off program, as we emphasizes the role of parents in the education of their children, in line with our faith-based values. HOWEVER, the cooperative understands the unique challenges faced by some families, such as those with single parents, and both parents working full-time. To maintain a supportive and involved community, the program encourages parents, when possible to volunteer or arrange for a grandparent or friend to assist and participate in cooperative activities. This involvement helps foster a strong, collaborative environment for both the children and the broader community.  If this is not possible due to your circumstances please reach out.  Bridges other programs may be able to support your families needs.

Our family wants to meet other kids and families, is this something you provide?
Yes! That is one of our primary goals! Through our unique structure and connection Bridges Connects actively facilitates opportunities for families to meet and build relationships with other like-minded families who share similar values focused on faith and education. The cooperative not only provides structured activities during connects days but also encourages families to connect outside of these times. This approach helps create a large, supportive network and community, enhancing the homeschooling experience through shared learning and growth in faith and Christ.
I’m exploring homeschooling, do I have a place with Bridges?
Yes, you certainly have a place with Bridges. Bridges is committed to supporting every parent in their involvement with their child's education, tailored to meet the needs and circumstances of each family.  The core belief of Bridges is that all parents can teach and train their children, but how this looks is unique to the family.  It is not required to be a full-time homeschool family to be a part of a program Bridges offers.

However, Bridges also recognizes that deciding to full-time homeschool involves many factors that make that option difficult for some. We are prepared to support you in whatever educational decisions you make for your family. This includes providing resources, guidance, and community support to ensure that you feel empowered and informed in your role as a parent in your child's education. Click here to explore all programs we offer. 

Whichever side of the bridge you come from, Bridges desires to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all families, while upholding the uncompromising truth of the Word of God. 
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​To apply for either program

  1.  fill out a family application
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