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Welcome to PEACH

Plano Educators Association of Christian Homeschoolers

PEACH is an all-volunteer, nonprofit Christian homeschool community serving Plano and surrounding North Texas areas. We exist to support families with fellowship, encouragement, practical resources, field trips, clubs, and Christ-centered connection.

Mission, Vision & Core Values

PEACH exists to connect and support Christian homeschool families through community,encouragement, and shared resources.

Mission

PEACH exists to support Christian homeschool families in Plano and the surrounding North Texas communitiesby providing fellowship, encouragement, and practical resources that strengthen parents and help children grow academically and in character.

Through shared activities, communication, and collaboration, PEACH helps families navigate the homeschool journey together.

Vision

Our vision is to cultivate a thriving Christ-centered homeschool community where families are connected, encouraged, and equipped to educate their children with confidence and purpose.

We aspire to strengthen relationships among homeschooling families, promote the freedom to homeschool,and create opportunities for students and parents to grow spiritually, academically, and socially.

Core Values

🙏 Faith

Encouraging Christ-centered homeschooling rooted in Biblical truth.

🤝 Community

Building strong relationships among homeschooling families.

🌿 Support

Providing encouragement and practical help for parents and families.

📚 Collaboration

Sharing curriculum ideas, resources, and experiences with one another.

🙋 Service

Encouraging volunteer leadership that strengthens the PEACH community.

⚖️ Freedom

Supporting and promoting the freedom for families to homeschool.

Membership Requirements

  • Your family is actively homeschooling at least one child.
  • Your homeschooling is Christ-centered and parent-led.
  • You read and agree to the PEACH Statement of Faith.
  • You read and understand PEACH’s Statement of Purpose.
  • You agree to the PEACH Code of Conduct for field trips and group events.
  • You complete the online application and membership fee once approved.

PEACH also offers complimentary memberships for active duty military families and for full-time Christian missionaries and pastors. Please contact the Secretary for additional information.

Leadership & Organization

PEACH is organized through a volunteer Board of Directors and a network of members who serve in committees, clubs, communications, field trips, and special events.

Officers

President: Patrick Dooley
Vice President: Carrie Dela Pena
Secretary: Derek Hendry
Treasurer: Shauna Dooley
Membership Chair: Dereck Hendry

Directors

Communications Director: Michael Wright
Activity Director: Tina Licea
Group/Fellowship Director: Corsicana Smith

Statement of Faith & Purpose

PEACH is founded on Christian beliefs and exists to support homeschooling families through fellowship, encouragement, practical support, and shared resources. Families joining PEACH acknowledge and agree to the organization’s Statement of Faith, Statement of Purpose, and membership expectations.